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Jan

28

2025

TRAGEDY STRIKES: Family of 11 Perish in Ugwu-Onyeama Fire Incident

Lifestyle, Metro, NewsLifestyle, Metro, RIP

A devastating fire incident has claimed the lives of a family of 11 in Ugwu-Onyeama, Anambra State. The victims were traveling to their hometown in Ebonyi State for the burial of their patriarch, scheduled for this Friday, January 31st. Bro Jeremiah Nwaji, a devoted community leader and President of the Alter Boys Association at SS John and Paul Iba Pope, Awada Obodi, Anambra, his wife, six children, younger brother, maid, and apprentice all lost their lives in the tragic incident. The community is in shock and mourning the loss of this beloved family, who were deeply involved in their parish…

Jan

28

2025

By Amos Oge Kalu

Banking irregularity: Access Bank accused of granting N1b loan without collateral

Business, Metro, NewsAccess Bank, Business, Metro

More facts have emerged about how Access Bank granted an N1 billion loan to DDSS International Company Limited, using a property belonging to MOB Integrated Services as collateral without the owner's consent. According to details of the loan obtained by investigators, the property, owned by MOB Integrated Services, was first used to guarantee a loan of N193,139,200 to Balmoral International Limited on May 21, 2013. The credit facilities, referenced AOB/BB/VO/AD/031/05/2013, also included an N120 million term loan and an N20 million import duty facility. The term of the loan was 180 days from the date of disbursement at 20 percent…

Jan

27

2025

By Amos Oge Kalu

Tyrese Opens Up About Painful Divorce: “I Lost 50% of My Lifetime Savings’

Entertainment, Lifestyle, Metro, News, OpinionEntertainment, Lifestyle, Metro, United States of America

Actor and singer Tyrese Gibson has shared a heart-wrenching account of his divorce, revealing that his ex-wife took 50% of his lifetime savings. In a candid interview, Tyrese spoke about the emotional toll of the divorce and the importance of men speaking up about their feelings. Tyrese recalled how his ex-wife viewed marriage as a business transaction, leaving him financially and emotionally drained. "She got married to me for a few years, divorced, and took 50% of my lifetime savings," he said. "All her own money and properties were not in her name." The actor also revealed that rapper 50…

Jan

26

2025

By Amos Oge Kalu

POLICE PROUD: SP’s 3 Daughters Defy Stereotypes, Become Lawyers

Education, Lifestyle, Metro, NewsEducation, Metro, Nigeria, Police, Security

In a heartwarming tale that shatters common stereotypes, the daughters of a Senior Police Officer (SP) have made their family and the Nigeria Police Force proud by becoming lawyers. The officer, whose name has not been disclosed, has been hailed as a shining example of excellence in parenting, debunking the myth that police officers do not have successful children. The three daughters, who have chosen to pursue careers in law, have not only made their father proud but have also brought honor to the police force. Their achievement serves as a testament to the fact that police officers are capable…

Jan

25

2025

By Amos Oge Kalu

Anambra State Cracks Down On Crime: Government Demolishes Hotel Used as Kidnappers’ Hideout

Lifestyle, Metro, NewsAnambra State, Crime, Metro

The Anambra State Government has taken a bold step to ensure citizens' safety by demolishing a hotel used as a hideout by kidnappers. The hotel, Udoka Golden Point Hotel and Suites, also known as "La Cruise Hotel," was located along the Onitsha-Owerri Road in Oba, Idemili South Local Government Area. This move is part of Operation Udo Ga Achị, an initiative launched by Governor Chukwuma Soludo to tackle insecurity in the state. The operation, backed by the Agụnaehemba security network, aims to flush out criminal elements and restore peace to communities across Anambra. The government has made it clear that…