Author: Rashaad Harris

Men of the Nigeria Police, Federal Capital Territory(FCT) Command, on Monday shot and killed two suspected kidnappers. The two unidentified men were caught while forcefully conveying a farmer they had kidnapped around Galadimawa, near Gwarimpa which is in the heart of Nigeria’s seat of power. In a video seen by Switch Nigeria, the two men could be seen in a pool of their blood with their rifles resting on their chests. However, it is not clear if the farmer they kidnapped was saved or killed in the gun exchange between the hoodlums and the law enforcement officers. The video: https://twitter.com/Damkarwa2/status/1554093777769447426?t=uxxGJetphtT0mYBAx3msaw&s=19…

The Academic Staff Union of Univerties(ASUU) have extended the ongoing strike by another 4 weeks. The extension is effective immediately. The current strike has been on since February. According to ASUU, the extension is to afford the government more time to satisfactorily resolve all the outstanding issues. This was made known by President of ASUU, Prof. Emmanuel Osodeke, when he addressed members of the press on Monday. This was part of the resolution reached at the emergency meeting of the National Executive Council of the union held at the Comrade Festus lyayi National Secretariat, University of Abuja, on July 31.…

England Women brought joy to the nation, successfully ending a 56-year wait for a major international honour.Chloe Kelly was the star of the game as they overcame perennial winners, Germany 2:1 to clinch the UEFA Women’s Euro 2022 trophy.The game which recorded an attendance of 87, 192 fans at Wembley was also watched by over 17 million people across the world.Before Chloe’s 110th minute winner, England’s previous triumph at a final of a major international tournament was the 1966 World Cup.It was also a night for the substitutes, with both Ella Toone and Chloe Kelly coming off the bench to…

Paris Saint Germain cruised to win the French Super Cup, beating FC Nantes in the process. Lionel Messi opened the scoring with a well taken signature drive and finish before Neymar tucked in their second on the night. Former Real Madrid defender, Sergio Ramos also got on the score sheet before Neymar got his second from the penalty spot, after Nantes were reduced to ten men, convincingly burying the Coupe de France Champions. The Trophee Des Champions is new manager, Christophe Galtier’s first piece of silverware. The league champions were without star man, Kylian Mbappe, however he wasn’t missed as…

The head pastor of the Redeemed Christian Church, Pastor Enoch Adeboye has said a prayer for Nigerians for the month of August. The octogenarian said the prayer on his official Twitter handle on Monday, August 1st. He said, “In this new month, my Daddy will supply all your needs according to his riches in Glory. You will not have a better last month and you will rejoice all the days of your life in Jesus name.”

Skit makers seeking to use police uniforms in the skits would now get police approval before usage, the Inspector General of police, Usman Baba has said. Baba stated this in a statement issued on Sunday by the Force Spokesman, Olumuyiwa Adejobi, while warning actors and skit makers against misusing police uniforms or using same without prior approval. The statement said the IGP also vowed to ensure the prosecution of any unauthorised sales of police accoutrements. Baba cautioned film or skit makers who portray police officers in a bad light without applying and getting a permit letter for such portrayals to…

The leader of the Niger Delta People’s Volunteer Force, Asari Dokubo paraded the streets Rivers State accompanied by guards and fans.Asari, a former Niger Delta militant, was decked in complete traditional attire while being accompanied by a band of gun-wielding guards and well wishers. The armed men had with them high calibre weapons ranging from automatic rifles to rocket launchers. His actions generated diverse reactions from many Nigerians, with some criticising him, while others saw this as a sign of a failed State. [wpvideo GqePtsU9] Credit: Facebook| Cidi Dabo

A Nigerian-born medical doctor practicing in the United Kingdom has been sentenced to a 3-year jail term for manslaughter. Dr. Isyaka Mamman who is 85 years carelessly carried out a heart procedure on then 48-year-old Shahida Parveen at Royal Oldham Hospital in 2018, which led to her death. According to reports, Dr. Mamman who was suspended for age falsification, had in the past hodgepodgely carried out a similar operation that left his patient either paralysed or in worse condition. The then 81-year old had carried out the procedure, which led to Shahida’s death after he pierced her heart sac with…

Nollywood actor, Yul Edochie has warned young men to stay off his 17-year-old daughter, Danielle. Edochie stated this on his verified Instagram handle on Saturday, while flaunting Daniella. The actor and movie producer, who has faced a lot of backlash after marrying his colleague, Judy Austin as a second wife and having a son with her also bragged that his children are very good-looking. He also disclosed that his daughter is not just beautiful, but very intelligent. He wrote: “Omo leave am, I dey born fine children sha. My 17yr old daughter @danielleyuledochie now going into 200 level in the…

Veteran Nigerian actor, Zack Orji has declared his support for APC’s Bola Ahmed Tinubu. Tinubu who is one of three major contestants for the 2023 presidential elections, has divided opinion, with some saying his age is false, others making much of his academic qualification, while others cite his health as a setback. Still others see him as lacking required ideas to take the nature forward. The Nollywood actor gave his reasons for supporting the former Lagos State Governor, noting that he is a unifier. He said in a video clip, “I have always known Tinubu as a chief crusader for…