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Actor and broadcaster Patrick Doyle has described his ex-wife and fellow actor Ireti Doyle as a first-class mother. In a recent interview with QEDNG publisher Olumide Iyanda, the veteran entertainer said he will not speak ill of his former spouse though their union did not end on a happy note. Mr Doyle and Ireti got married in 2004, five years after his first wife died of sickle cell anaemia. By 2017, they were no longer together. He told Mr Iyanda that their relationship now is “very cordial”. “Ireti is a first-class mother and provider for her children. She’s taking care…

Safiu Kehinde Kano State Police Command has arrested 35 year-old notorious armed robbery suspect, Hassan Iliya, while recovering a sum of 4.9 million naira allegedly stolen by the suspect. The command made this known in a statement issued on their official X handle earlier today. According to the law enforcement agency, the Police had, on Monday, responded to a distress call of a robbery attack at Yandadi village, Kunchi. Members of the force were deployed to the scene and eventually saw to the arrest of the suspect. “On 05/08/2024 at about 02:00am, a resident of Yandadi Village, Kunchi LGA, Kano…

Safiu Kehinde Abuja Police Command has arrested four suspects alleged of car hijacking across the Federal Capital Territory. As contained a in statement released by the Force earlier today, the Zone 7 Police Command Headquarters which supervises the FCT and Niger State Police Command, arrested 22 year-old Solomon Nuhu and 17 year-old Faruk Umar, who specialize in car snatching at gun points. Also arrested were 34 year-old Bolaji Yusuf and 38 year-old Lawal Yusuf for the crimes of Criminal Conspiracy, Armed Robbery, Murder, Being in Possession of Stolen Vehicles, Unlawful possession of prohibited FireArm. The Police also disclosed further arrest…

Safiu Kehinde The Nigerian Army has captured some suspected commanders of the Boko Haram terrorists group while rescuing kidnapped victims across various locations. The Armed Force made this known in a statement issued on their official X handle earlier today. Recounting their engagement across the terrorists-infested parts of the nation over the week, the Army disclosed how they apprehended the terrorists leaders and also arrested their logistics suppliers. They also narrated how they sabotaged plots by the terrorists group to attack IDP camp in Borno. “In a decisive move in the ongoing counter-terrorism operations, troops of the Nigerian Army (NA)…

By Halimah Olamide Said to be a 16 year old boy, the Army Director of Public Relations, Major General Onyema Nwachukwu, said the late boy was among the mob that tried to attack troops who responded to a distress call over some hoodlums who had gathered in the Samaru area of the city burning tyres. The Nigerian Army on Wednesday admitted that one of its men killed a teenage protester in Zaria, Kaduna state. Said to be a 16 year old boy, the Army Director of Public Relations, Major General Onyema Nwachukwu, said the late boy was among the mob…

Agency Report The Police in Rivers on Wednesday warned that criminal elements have hijacked the #EndBadGovenance protest in the state and targeting motorists and businesses. SP Grace Iringe-Koko, the command’s spokesperson, said in a statement in Port Harcourt. She expressed concern over the situation and stated that measures are being implemented to maintain order. “The ongoing protests in Rivers have devolved into criminal activities, with hoodlums harassing residents going about their lawful business. “They have been disrupting traffic, forcing motorists to attach leaves to their vehicles, erecting canopies on main roads, destroying billboards, and threatening traders,” she said. “The protesters…

By Kamil Opeyemi President Bola Tinubu on Tuesday approved the appointment of new federal commissioners of the Revenue Mobilization Allocation and Fiscal Commission (RMAFC) According to the presidential spokesman, Ajuri Ngelale, the appointments are subject to confirmation by the Senate. He said in his statement that the President expects the new federal commissioners to demonstrate absolute fidelity to the nation in the discharge of their duties. The nominees are as follows: (1) Mrs. Linda Nkechi Oti — Abia (2) Mr. Akpan Imo Effiong — Akwa Ibom (3) Mr. Enefe Ekene — Anambra (4) Professor Steve Ugba — Benue (5) Chief Eyonsa — Cross-River (6) Aruviere…

By Safiu Kehinde Rather than listen, PRP alleged, the APC has called those offering useful suggestions “rabble-rousers.” The opposition Peoples Redemption Party (PRP) has faulted President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for his alleged failure to apologise to Nigerians over the alleged hardship brought on the citizens with his government policies. PRP said that it expected the president to have pleaded with Nigerians on the hardship during his nationwide broadcast made on Sunday. In a statement signed by its National Chairman, Falalu Bello, PRP also accused the ruling All Progressive Congress of shutting out alternative opinions on the running of government. Rather…

Safiu Kehinde Brazilian female football team has on Tuesday defeated Spain to seal gold medal with the United States of America. The Samba girls proved a hard nut to crack for high-flying World Champion, Spain at the semi-final of the Olympics female football category. Despite their dominance, Spain fell to the pressure of the Brazilians as Irene Paredes’ own goal gave the Brazilians an early lead. The lead would, however, be doubled by Brazilian striker, Gabi Porthilo, before the end of the first half. As Spain failed to convert their chances in the early minutes of the second half, Brazilian…

Agency Report The Zamfara Government on Tuesday denied budgeting N19billion for Gov. Dauda Lawal’s kitchenware as it was wrongfully circulated in the social media. The State Commissioner for Budget and Economic Planning, Abdulmalik Gajam, at a media briefing on Tuesday in Gusau described the information as mischievous. He said, “I would like to clarify that the information being circulated in this regard on social media is unverified. “A government that reduced its spending to save for the better future of the state cannot budget N19billion for the governor’s kitchen and other canteen equipment. “Zamfara Government under Lawal is running an…