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Claim that a Russian-owned nuclear missile called ‘Satan 2’ is capable of destroying the whole world has been dismissed as false. This was amid the ongoing Russia – Ukraine war, when a post shared on Facebook went viral on Monday, February 28, 2022. The post, which contains some texts and an image purported to be the missile, was published by a Facebook Page named Robert Mugabe Hilarious Quotes. Read also:  Russian troops abduct Ukrainian Mayor after invading the city So far, Russia allegedly Loses Three Generals in Ukraine invasion Russia Sanctions: UK Blocks Chelsea FC Sale by owner Abramovich “#RussiaUkraine: Satan 2…

Contrary to his purported removal from office by some mass media, Senator James John Akpanudoedehe, the National Secretary of Caretaker Extraordinary Convention Planning Committee (CECPC) of the All Progressives Congress (APC), has confirmed that he remains the national secretary. Akpanudoedehe who in an interview with journalists at the APC National Secretariat on Friday dispelled the rumour of his removal as the national secretary. According to him, this was in line with President Muhammadu Buhari’s directive that status quo ante should be maintained. This is as the Chairman of CECPC of the APC and Yobe State Governor, Alhaji Mai Mala Buni…

The country home of Ohanaeze Ndigbo leader, George Obiozor, in Imo State, South East region of Nigeria was reportedly burnt down early Saturday by unidentified armed men. A Nigerian journalist, Chiagozie Fred Nwonwu, made this claim on his known Facebook page on Saturday morning. Obiozor is a Nigerian professor and diplomat. He was the Nigerian Ambassador to the United States. Read also: Ohanaeze Ndigbo Faces Crisis As New Faction Emerges He was Director-General (DG) of the Nigerian Institute of International Affairs, and also a former high commissioner to Cyprus. He was the Nigerian ambassador to Israel, from 1999 to 2003.…

Nigerian Singer Innocent ‘TuFace’ Idibia and wife Annie have renewed their wedding vows after 10 years in the union. The renewal of vows to celebrate their wedding anniversary was done in a private intimate ceremony made public by Annie in an Instagram post on March 18. “Yes Fam… A guy and I re-newed our vows. 10 years anniversary! Was very intimate. But we wanted to also share it with the whole world. Will post pics n Videos. Read also: Annie, Tuface Idibia’s Marriage in turmoil “Enjoy the Show But don’t judge me too much ooo,” the actor posted, adding “Vulnerability…

Bianca, wife of late Odumegwu Ojukwu, the Biafran warlord, has explained why she slapped the immediate past first lady of Anambra state, Ebele Obiano. During the swearing-in ceremony of Professor Charles Soludo as Anambra governor on Thursday, March 17, Mrs Obiano and Ojukwu engaged in a physical combat which disrupted the ceremony. In a viral video, Bianca gave Ebele a slap after the latter left her seat to allegedly insult her. Mrs. Obiano who was left ruffled after her scuffle with Bianca was also filmed on camera calling Bianca ”Ashawo.” In an interview with Arise TV, Bianca, said Ebele was…

The hospitality industry in Akwa Ibom State has received a big boost as Majesty-Realm Hotels complex in Uyo unveiled a fully furnished state-of-the-art building for its teeming customers. Owned by Majesty-Realm Hotels Limited, the new building is the latest block in the Majesty-Realm Hotel Complex, containing 56 rooms and suits. Currently, the hotel which boasts of world-class facilities for recreation, relaxation and conferences has 106 beds. Located at Plot 166, Lagos Street in the prestigious Ewet Housing Estate, Uyo, the hotel is complete with swimming pool, standard gymnasium, internet facilities, restaurant that can comfortably take 150 guests while the conference…

Poland’s Karolina Bielawska won the Miss World 2021 crown amidst controversy in a gala that was held at the Coca-Cola Music Hall in San Juan, Puerto Rico. Bielawska beat finalists from USA, Indonesia, Mexico, Northern Ireland, and Cote d’Ivoire to emerge winner early on Thursday, March 17. Miss USA, Shree Saini, who is an Indian-American, emerged first runner up, while Miss Cote d’Ivoire, Olivia Yace, emerged second runner up. Read also: Miss World 2017 Emerges “When I heard my name I was shocked, I still can’t believe it. I am honoured to wear the Miss World crown and can’t wait to get to work. I…

Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Thursday evening, arrested Willie Obiano, the immediate past Anambra State Governor. Obiano was arrested at the Murtala Muhammad International Airport, Lagos at about 8.30 p.m. He was reportedly on his way out of the country to Houston, Texas in the United States after handing over to his successor, Governor Charles Soludo. Read also: Anambra Pensioners Turn Backs On Gov Obiano’s Christmas Rice On November 15, 2021, the commission wrote to the Comptroller-General of the NIS, requesting the Service to place the governor on watchlist and to inform it anytime he is travelling out of…

Eight teams qualified for the Champions League Quarter-finals Wednesday night. The last two teams were Chelsea and Villarreal. The Blues, who had beaten Lille 2-0 in the first leg of their tie, claimed a 2-1 win in France. Burak Yilmaz opened the scoring for the Ligue 1 side, before Christian Pulisic and Cesar Azpilicueta turned the game around. Read also: Liverpool, Ajax qualify for Champions League last 16 Villarreal, on the other hand, thrashed Juventus 3-0 in Turin. Gerard Moreno, Pau Torres and Arnaut Danjuma got the goals for the LaLiga side. Chelsea and Villarreal will join Manchester City, Bayern…

The fight between Ebelchukwu, wife of immediate past Governor Willie Obiano and Mrs Bianca Ojukwu almost marred the inauguration of Prof Chukwuma Soludo as the Anambra governor. News Agency of Nigeria correspondent who was at the scene of the event reports that the incident occurred immediately after Soludo took his oath of office. NAN reports that dignitaries including Ex-Governnor Obiano were already seated when Mrs Obiano stepped in and moved to the front row where the widow of Dim Odumegwu Ojukwu was seated and slapped her. Read also: Anambra Police detain six suspects over widow’s indecent assault Anambra Gov’s wife…