My godfather gave me N5m to pay SAN for pardon, says Bobrisky in new tape (Vanguard)
Controversial cross-dresser Idris Olanrewaju Okuneye, popularly known as Bobrisky, has allegedly claimed he paid N5 million upfront to a Senior Advocate of Nigeria (SAN) in an attempt to secure a Federal Government pardon over money laundering charges filed against him by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC).
Bobrisky allegedly disclosed that the SAN had initially requested N10 million for the legal service but explained that he was unable to raise the full amount as his account had been frozen by the EFCC.
The revelation was made in a video shared by popular social media influencer, Martins Otse, also known as VeryDarkMan (VDM), on Monday, October 7, 2024. Read more
Lagos Assembly suspends council chair indefinitely (DailyTrust)
The Lagos State House of Assembly on Monday suspended the Chairman of the Alimosho Local Government Area, Jelili Sulaimon, indefinitely.
At the plenary, the lawmakers resolved that the vice chairman of the council, Akinpelu Johnson, should take over the running of the local government’s affairs.
The House further instructed the management of the council, including the manager and treasurer, to recognise the authority of the vice chairman and accord him all the support to make him work effectively. Read more
We are partners in crime fighting, Kekere-Ekun tells EFCC, ICPC, others (Channels)
The Chief Justice of Nigeria, Justice Kudirat Kekere-Ekun has assured the agencies saddled with the responsibility of tackling corruption in the country, namely the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) the Independent Corrupt Practices and other related offences Commission (ICPC) and the Nigerian Financial Intelligence Unit (NFIU) of the continuous support of the Judiciary in the fight against corruption in Nigeria.
She stated this at a 2-day capacity building workshop organised by the EFCC and the National Judicial Institute (NJI) for Justices and judges in Nigeria aimed at fostering collaboration between the Judiciary and the anti-graft agency towards enhancing the dispensation of justice in Nigeria.
According to her, the Judiciary plays a vital role in the fight against corruption and this requires a strong synergy. Read more
Police arraign woman over N2.8m failed marriage promise (Punch)
A 25-year-old tailor, Victoria Effiong, was arraigned on Friday before a Lagos State Magistrates’ Court in Iba for allegedly refusing to marry a suitor after collecting N2.8m from him.
Effiong is facing three counts bordering on breach of peace, cheating and obtaining by false pretence.
The police prosecutor, Inspector Chinedu Njoku, told the court that the incident occurred on September 25, 2024, at 10 a.m. at Ajanaku Street, Isashi. Read more
Rivers crisis: One feared dead as shootings rock Khana local govt (Nation)
At least one person was feared dead following shootings in Bori in Khana local government area of Rivers State on Monday, October 7.
It was gathered that the incident was part of the violent protest spreading in the state against the local government election and its outcome.
A source, who spoke in confidence, said that the gunshots were heard near Bori, saying people started running in different directions. Read more
Alleged money laundering: Court shifts EFCC’s case against Obiano to Nov 13 (Vanguard)
A Federal High Court in Abuja, on Monday, shifted the alleged money laundering charge filed by the EFCC against former Anambra Governor, Willie Obiano, to Nov. 13 for the continuation of trial.
The matter, which is before Justice Inyang Ekwo, could not proceed because the court did not sit.
The judge was said to be attending a seminar at the National Judicial Institute (NJI) in Abuja. Read more
IGP orders withdrawal of Police from Rivers LG secretariats (Leadership)
The Inspector General of Police, IGP Kayode Egbetokun has directed the prompt removal of police personnel who were stationed at the secretariats of the 23 local government areas in Rivers State.
The Commissioner of Police in Rivers State, Bala Mustapha also directed the immediate unsealing of the 23 local government secretariats across the state.
A statement on Monday by the Command’s spokesperson, Grace Iringe-Koko, said the move was in strict compliance with the IGP’s orders. Read more
Kunle Afolayan unveils new cast as Netflix renews Anikulapo series (Tribune)
Nollywood’s multiple award-winning director and filmmaker, Kunle Afolayan, has revealed that Netflix has confirmed the renewal of his film, Anikulapo, for another season.
The filmmaker made this announcement on Monday in a post on his verified Instagram account.
According to him, the new season promises more captivating narratives grounded in Nigerian history and culture. Read more
Andrew Garfield says sex scene with Florence Pugh in We Live in Time went a ‘‘little bit further’’ than intended (Variety)
The upcoming romance film We Live in Time stars Andrew Garfield and Florence Pugh as a married couple, which required them to film a few steamy scenes — one of which got a little carried away.
During an interview with “Happy Sad Confused” podcast host Josh Horowitz on Friday night in New York City, Garfield recalled a time during filming when he and Pugh didn’t hear their director of photography say “cut,” so they just kept going. Apparently, things got so heated that the cameraman stopped filming and turned away. Read more
Rwanda launches trial for Marburg virus as death toll climbs to 12 (AfricaNews)
Rwandan health authorities have begun a vaccine study against Marburg.
The U.S. non profit Sabin Vaccine Institute said it had “entered into a clinical trial agreement with the Rwanda Biomedical Centre.
The east african country declared an outbreak of Marburg on Sept. 27. Read more
Man killed in ‘almighty blast’ as neighbours describe moment house exploded (Metro)
A house in Scotland has been destroyed in an ‘almighty explosion’ which killed one person and injured three more.
The explosion happened at about 6pm on Sunday at the flats in Alloa in Clackmannanshire, Scotland.
A neighbour who lives near the property says she is ‘still shaking’ in the aftermath of the incident, and ‘feels sick’ thinking about it. Read more
UK doctor admits trying to kill his mother’s partner with poison disguised as a COVID-19 vaccine (ABC)
A British doctor on Monday admitted trying to kill his mother’s long-term partner, who stood between him and an inheritance, by injecting the man with poison disguised as a COVID-19 vaccine.
Prosecutors say Thomas Kwan pretended to be a community nurse delivering booster shots and injected Patrick O’Hara with a toxic substance, likely a pesticide. O’Hara, 72, developed a rare flesh-eating disease that left him in intensive care.
Kwan, 53, initially denied attempted murder but changed his plea to guilty after prosecutors laid out their case at Newcastle Crown Court in northeast England. Read more
Major fire at Crimea’s largest oil depot forces Russia to declare emergency (Independent)
A Ukrainian drone strike has caused a major fire at the largest oil depot in occupied Crimea, forcing local Russian officials to declare an emergency.
The Ukrainian military confirmed it struck the Feodosia facility overnight and said it was being used to produce oil products for the invading Russian army.
Several fuel tanks were engulfed in fire after people in Feodosia heard a series of loud explosions, reported the Baza Telegram channel, which claims to have sources in Russia’s security services. Read more
Horror as ‘evil old man’ destroys October 7 anniversary memorial in Brighton (Mirror)
In the video, a man could be seen picking up a picture of a victim and throwing flowers and a plaque – and was seen hurling a football and teddy bears which were placed at the scene.
New images show the horrifying moment a pensioner destroyed a memorial to victims of the October 7 massacre and desecrated mementos left to commemorate the dead.
The vandal, who was dressed in beige trousers and a shirt with a black cap, was recorded throwing flowers and ripping off the plaque at the tribute in Hove, Brighton. The man was also filmed hurling a football and teddy bears which were placed at the scene. Read more
Russia jails 72-year-old American for nearly seven years on Ukraine mercenary charge (NBC)
A Russian court on Monday sentenced 72-year-old American citizen Stephen James Hubbard to six years and 10 months in prison after convicting him in a closed-door trial of serving as a mercenary for Ukraine, a Reuters reporter in the courtroom said.
Investigators said Hubbard, a native of Michigan, was paid $1,000 per month to serve in a Ukrainian territorial defense unit in the eastern city of Izyum, where he had been living since 2014.
They said Hubbard was provided with training, weapons and ammunition when he allegedly signed up in February 2022, the same month Moscow sent thousands of troops into Ukraine. He was detained by Russian soldiers on April 2 of that year, the RIA state news agency quoted the prosecutor as saying last month. Read more
Lakers’ LeBron James says first time sharing court with son ‘meant everything’ (UPI)
LeBron James said it “didn’t feel real” sharing an NBA court with his son Bronny for the first time, but it meant “everything” to experience the moment during a Los Angeles Lakers preseason loss in Palm Desert, Calif.
LeBron James and his eldest child played their first NBA minutes together to start the second quarter of the 118-114 loss to the Phoenix Suns on Sunday at Acrisure Arena.
Bronny James, who also celebrated his 20th birthday Sunday, lined up next to his 39-year-old dad on defense to start his night. Read more
Jhon Duran signs new Aston Villa deal: Colombia forward rewarded for blistering start to season (SkySports)
Aston Villa forward Jhon Duran has signed a new contract with the club after his blistering start to the season in the Premier League and Champions League.
The 20-year-old was close to leaving Villa Park in the summer after agreeing personal terms with West Ham, but having remained in the Midlands he has scored six times in all competitions, despite making only one start this campaign.
The Colombia international was already under contract until 2028, while the terms of his new deal have not been disclosed. Read more
Ikorodu City confirm Ozebagbe’s resignation (CompleteSports)
Bright Ozebagbe has quit his role as head coach of Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) outfit, Ikorodu City.
Ikorodu City announced the gaffer’s resignation on the social media.
“Ikorodu City Football Club can confirm the resignation Bright Ozebagbe as head coach of the team,” the Lagos club wrote on their X account. Read more
Former junior world 800m champion Bett dies aged 26 (BBC)
Former world under-20 athletics champion Kipyegon Bett has died aged 26 in Bomet, Kenya, following a short illness.
The 800m specialist won his junior world title in 2016 and then took bronze at the senior World Championships in London the following year.
However, his career was halted in 2018 when he was handed a four-year doping ban and he struggled on his return. Read more
Former cricket captain Sanath Jayasuriya named Sri Lanka’s head coach (AlJazeera)
Sri Lanka’s cricket board has named Sanath Jayasuriya as the national men’s team’s head coach until the end of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026.
The former captain’s appointment was confirmed on Monday, nearly four months after he took up the role temporarily from Chris Silverwood, who quit following the country’s early exit from the T20 World Cup.
The 55-year-old led Sri Lanka to a 2-0 home Test series win over New Zealand in September. He was also in charge when Sri Lanka beat England in an away Test match for the first time in 10 years last month. Read more
Lobi Stars sack Agagbe, appoints Amokachi as technical adviser (Leadership)
The board of the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) side, Lobi Stars F.C. of Makurdi, has relieved Coach Eugene Agagbe of his position as the Technical Adviser with immediate effect and appointed former Nigerian international, Daniel Amokachi, as his replacement.
This was contained in a statement on Sunday’s night by the club’s Head of Media Unit, Uja Emmanuel.
According to the statement, the decision followed the Board’s review of Agagbe’s failure to meet a five-match win target, managing only one victory while losing three. Read more