Police nab ‘most wanted’ serial rapist in Lagos (Guardian)
The Lagos State Police Command has arrested a suspected ‘most wanted’ serial rapist at the Egbeda area of the metropolis.The suspect, Chuks Emmanuel, is currently being interrogated at the Area ‘F’ Police Command Headquarters, Ikeja for alleged rape and fraud. Emmanuel, according to a police source has been on the police wanted list for a long time until last week when a special squad deployed by the Area ‘F’ Commander, ACP Olasoji Akinbayo, traced him to a hotel.
According to the police, female victims had complained bitterly on how Emmanuel lured them to hotel rooms where he subjected them to all sorts of blackmails after sleeping with them. Emmanuel was alleged to have forced his victims to pay him some amount of money or risked their nude photographs exposed on the internet. Luck however, ran out on Emmanuel as the police used a female to set him up and he fell to the bait. Read more
Danger looms in water transportation in Apapa (Vanguard)
FLOWING from the backdrop of the stifled road transportation in Apapa area of Lagos, the waterway alternative is now under threat over unsafe and inadequate regulatory oversight.
The area had witnessed the introduction of barges and tug boats to move containers from the ports to different parts of Lagos through the waterways. They also move human passengers inwards and outwards of the Apapa area.
However, some barge operators are now exploiting the situation to overload barges, thereby jeopardising the safety of humans and goods on board. Already, the effect of these overloaded barges has begun to take its toll on crew members as there have been two incidents where some crew members reportedly lost their lives after their ships sank. Read more
Sanwo-Olu tasks religious bodies on tolerance (Guardian)
Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has urged the religious bodies to continue to live in harmony and tolerate each other in the state as well in the country.
The governor stated this yesterday in his address at the celebration of 2019 International Day of Tolerance, which was organised by the Ministry of Home Affairs with the theme: “Enhancing Harmonious Relationship and Peace among Religious Bodies for better Socio-Economic Development in the state” held at Alausa, Lagos.
Sanwo-Olu, represented by wife of the Deputy Governor, Mrs. Oluremi Hamzat, said that the “programme was organised at a better time in a country where some people are still beating the drum of war over religions and tribes.” Read more
Ibrede celebrates cultural heritage in Lagos (Vanguard)
Ibrede community in Ndokwa East Local Government of Delta State, would hold its annual Ibrede Day next Saturday.
A statement by Messrs. Howard Daferede and Charles Ighogbefa said the event would take place the Basket Ball Court, Navy Barracks, behind Federal Government Press, Ajegunle, Apapa, Lagos. Activities lined up would commence at 12 noon.
The statement reads:”All sons and daughters of Ibrede community in Lagos and its environs shall converge as a one indivisible people with one language and tradition to celebrate her cultural heritage.
It is a day to consolidate on the peace recently attained after the war that tore the community apart for a period of five years. Read more
Father docked over cruelty to his baby (DailyTrust)
The police, on Wednesday, arraigned one Mr. Livingstone Okpezi in a Karshi Grade 1 Area Court, Abuja, over alleged cruelty to his child The defendant, who resides at Angwan Sarki Orozo, Abuja, pleaded not guilty to the one count charge. Earlier, the prosecutor, Mohammed Lawal, told the court that the complainant, Nwabeke Ginika, who lives in Orozo, Abuja, reported the matter at the Karshi Police Station on Oct. 21. Read more
Printer in court for allegedly stealing laptops worth N1.5m (DailyTrust)
A printer, Hakeem Okeowo, on Wednesday appeared in a Grade I Area Court in Mpape, Abuja, for allegedly stealing nine laptops, worth N1. 5 million. The police are charging Okeowo, 41, who lives in Piwoyi Area of Abuja with criminal trespass and theft.
The prosecutor, Mr Stanley Nwaforaku, told the court that the defendant trespassed into Royal Family Academy, located in the premises of Family Worship Centre, Wuye District, Abuja, on different occasions and stole nine laptops valued at N1.5 million. He alleged that the defendant was caught in the act in a CCTV footage. Read more
FEC approves N200bn loan for Bank of Industry (DailyTrust)
The Federal Executive Council (FEC) has approved the issuance of a Sovereign Guarantee of 500 million Euros (N200bn) from the Credit Suisse AG London Branch and a syndicate of international lenders as collateral for 500m Euro facility to the Bank of Industry (BoI). The Minister of State, Budget and National Planning, Clement Agba, who spoke with State House Correspondents yesterday after the FEC meeting presided over by President Muhammadu Buhari at the Presidential Villa, Abuja, said the loan was basically to finance major industrialization projects and micro-small and medium enterprises values chains in Nigeria for up to five years tenure at affordable rates. Read more
Impeachment inquiry: Trump directed Ukraine pressure – Sondland (BBC)
A top US diplomat has told an impeachment inquiry that he followed President Donald Trump’s orders to put pressure on Ukraine to investigate his Democratic rival Joe Biden.
Ambassador Gordon Sondland said the instruction came from Mr Trump’s personal lawyer Rudy Giuliani.
The inquiry is assessing if Mr Trump withheld military aid to Ukraine as a precondition. He denies any wrongdoing.
It is illegal in the US to seek foreign help to gain electoral advantage. Read more
Boyfriend chokes girlfriend to death in unique sex style (Vanguard)
The defence in the trial of a man accused of murdering British backpacker Grace Millane has begun its case in New Zealand.
According to The Telegraph, the defendant, a 27-year-old New Zealander who cannot be named for legal reasons, claims Grace died accidentally during sex at the end of a Tinder date in December last year.
Today the court was told that British backpacker Grace belonged to BDSM dating sites and allowed a former partner to choke her during sex. Read more
Google to restrict political adverts worldwide (BBC)
Google will no longer allow political campaigns to target advertising at people based on their supposed political leanings.
Campaigns will also be unable to match their own database of prospective voters against Google’s user base, to target individuals across platforms such as YouTube and Google search.
The policy will begin in the UK “within a week”, with other regions later.
Campaigns will still be able to target based on age, gender and location. Read more
Dare urges Rohr to support Nigerian coaches (DailyTrust)
The Minister of Youth and Sports Development, Mr Sunday Dare has urged the Super Eagles’ coach, Gernot Rohr to work with local coaches in developing the Nigeria Professional Football League. The minister who made this known on Wednesday in Abuja in a brief meeting with the Franco-German tactician also thanked the former manager of Gabon for his contributions to football in Nigeria.
He said “Are we happy about where our football is at the moment? Not exactly but we know there’s an ongoing process that will make this country a better football nation. That process is on and you are part of the process. Read more
Jose Mourinho: Tottenham’s new manager says he will bring passion and happiness (BBC)
New Tottenham manager Jose Mourinho has promised to bring “passion” and “happiness” to the club.
The Portuguese, 56, was appointed on Wednesday morning, following the sacking of Mauricio Pochettino on Tuesday night.
Former Chelsea and Manchester United boss Mourinho praised the quality of Spurs’s squad and their “world class” stadium and training ground.
“I couldn’t be happier and look forward to the challenge,” he said. Read more
NPFL: Jigawa Golden Stars beat Pillars 1-0 in Kano (Vanguard)
Jigawa Golden Stars Football Club of Dutse on Wednesday beat Kano Pillars 1-0 at the Sani Abacha Stadium in a week 4 match of the Nigeria Professional Football League (NPFL) fixture.
Jigawa Captain, Yusuf Muhammad, scored the only goal of the game in the 7th minute with a solo effort in their adopted home, Sani Abacha Stadium, Kano.
Kano Pillars made several efforts to equalise thereafter, but the brilliant efforts of Jigawa defence line denied them of any goal. Read more
Bendel Insurance unveil Ogbe as new technical adviser (DailyTrust)
Bendel Insurance of Benin have unveiled new technical manager, Benard Ogbe, with a charge to bring the club back to the Nigeria Professional Football League. Unveiling the technical adviser yesterday in Benin, the governor of Edo State Godwin Obaseki represented by his deputy Philip Shaibu, said the club has recruited 15 new players from some of the top clubs in the country.
The governor assured that government will give the necessary support to the club in order to return them to the professional league. Read more
Lobi Stars trounce Heartland 3-0 in Makurdi (DailyTrust)
Nasarawa United’s striker, Anas Yusuf celebrates after scoring his side’s goal against Plateau United yesterday at the Lafia township stadium. The match ended 1-1. …as Plateau Utd, MFM, Wolves maintain unbeaten run 2018 NPFL champions, Lobi Stars of Makurdi were in imperious form yesterday as they trounced visiting Heartland FC of Owerri 3-0 in their midweek match played at the Aper Aku stadium in Makurdi.
Abdulwasiu Mahmud opened scoring for Lobi Stars in the 9th minute before Sikiru Alimi doubled the lead in the 16th minute.
The whitewash of Heartland was completed by John Lazarus in 29th minute to take Lobi Stars to the second spot behind Plateau united. Read more
Yaya Toure names Matic as his toughest opponent (DailyTrust)
Yaya Toure Manchester City legend Yaya Toure has named Manchester United midfielder Nemanja Matic as his toughest opponent. The former Ivory Coast international, who spent eight years with the Citizens before leaving last year, won three Premier League titles, two FA Cups as well as League Cup and Community Shield trophies.
The 36-year-old also enjoyed success with Monaco and Barcelona before teaming up with Pep Guardiola’s men in 2010. Read more
Ibrahimovic in talks over AC Milan return (DailyTrust)
Zlatan Ibrahimovic is in talks over a return to AC Milan but a deal is still a long way off, according to Sky in Italy. He played for the club between 2010 and 2012 and is looking for a new club after announcing his departure from LA Galaxy earlier this month. Milan officials met with Ibrahimovic’s agent Mino Raiola on Wednesday and the encounter was said to be cordial. Read more
Brazil End Winless Streak with Korea Victory (ThisDay)
Brazil ended their five-game winless run with a comfortable victory over South Korea in Abu Dhabi.
Tite’s side, who lost to Argentina on Friday, had not recorded a win since lifting the Copa America in July.
But Lucas Paqueta’s early header and Philippe Coutinho’s superb free-kick put the five-time World Cup winners in charge at the break.
Juventus full-back Danilo rounded off the scoring with a powerful drive from the edge of the penalty area.
Liverpool goalkeeper Alisson and his club colleague Fabinho both appeared for the Selecao, with Everton’s Richarlison and Manchester City forward Gabriel Jesus also starting. Read more
Ugbade, Agali, Udeze to grace Zenith Bank Delta Principals’ Cup final (DailyTrust)
At least three former Super Eagles players, Nduka Ugbade, Victor Agali and Ifeanyi Udeze are expected to grace the final of the 2019 edition of the Delta State Principals’ Cup sponsored by Zenith Bank.
The tournament is for post-primary schools in Delta State and is sponsored annually by the financial institution. Read more
FCV Gladiators Football Camp to Unearth Fresh Talents’ (ThisDay)
Director of UK-based FCV Academy, Martin Harris, has said that the second edition of the FCV Gladiators Football Camp holding in Port Harcourt next month will help to unearth talents for Nigeria.
Harris, who described Nigeria as a nation with talents said creating connection between sports and education is one of the core values of the camp.
The annual camp is being organised by the Dynaspro Sports Promotion and Advanta Interactive Ltd, in collaboration with the UK-based Football CV Academy and will be hosted by Bloombreed Schools, Port Harcourt. Read more
Doncic joins LeBron in NBA record books (DailyTrust)
Luka Doncic has joined LeBron James in an exclusive statistical club after firing for a 42-point triple-double in the Dallas Mavericks’ win over the San Antonio Spurs The Dallas Mavericks needed everything Doncic delivered in a sensational performance on Monday night. Read more