VsXtra Info: July 2021

Popular Nigerian Nollywood star, Rechael Oniga is dead

The Nigerian Nollywood industry has just lost one of it's most talented actress, Rechael Oniga to COVID-19.

Reports have it that the popular actress has been battling with the global pandemic, corona virus.

May her soul rest in peace.

IGP Orders immediate review of fraud allegation on DCP Abba Kyari by FBI

The Inspector General of Police has ordered the immediate review of alleged fraud involvement between Instagram celebrity popularly known as Hushpuppy and DCP, Abba Kyari by the FBI.

The IG made this known via it's verified Facebook page. It reads.
"ALLEGED INDICTMENT OF DCP ABBA KYARI: INSPECTOR-GENERAL OF POLICE ORDERS A REVIEW OF THE INFORMATION.

"Sequel to the receipt of allegation and indictment processes from the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) against one of the personnel of the Nigeria Police Force, Abba Kyari, the Inspector General of Police IGP Usman Alkali Baba psc (+), NPM, fdc has ordered an internal review of the allegations.

"The Nigerian Police Force reaffirms it's commitment to the pursuit of Justice and the strengthening of it's professional relationship with the FBI and other international partners.

"Further development on this case will be communicated to members of the public accordingly.

"CP FRANK MBA
FORCE PUBLIC RELATIONS OFFICER,
FORCE HEADQUARTERS,
ABUJA."

Former Vice President Atiku visits Rivers State as he tour round Southern States

Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar is currently on a tour visit to southern states in the country.

The former presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) is currently on a visit in Rivers State.

Earlier today the governor of Rivers State, His Excellency Governor Nyesom Wike received the former Vice President Atiku Abubakar at State house, Portharcourt.

Recall that former Vice President Atiku Abubakar had lost the 2015 presidential election to President Muhammadu Buhari of the All Progressive Congress(APC).

Fashola inspects 1.5km bridge linking Nigeria and Cameroon{Photos}

The minister of works, Babatunde Fashola has taken to the border between Nigeria and Cameroon to inspect the border bridge.

The honourable minister arrived the border with his team to inspect the border bridge linking Nigeria and Cameroon as it has been completed.

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#BBN2021: Peace emerges first head of house receives 18karat Gold chain from Biggie

The Big Brother Naija boss, Biggie has just gifted an 18karat gold chain to the first head of house on the show.

Peace received the gift from Biggie after emerging the first head of house on the TV reality show, Big Brother Naija 2021 shine ya eye edition.

Congratulations to peace.

#BBNAIJA: Whitemoney having nice time with Maria (Photos)

The BBNAIJA shine your eyes season 6 has began as house mates have already start cuddling.

Here is Whitemoney having nice time already with Maria in the house.

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Nnamdi Kanu case adjourned till October as SSS fails to produce him in court

The Federal High Court sitting in Abuja has adjourned the hearing of Nnamdi Kanu till October, 2021 following his absence in court.

The State Security Service had failed to produce the leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra, Nnamdi Kanu in court.

The preceding George, Justice Binta Murtala-Nyako stated that the action by the Federal Government of Nigeria not producing Nnamdi Kanu in court is disturbing noting that Mr. Nnamdi Kanu has been in the custody of the Department of State Services (DSS).

"I am also worried why the defendant is not here, the first step in a criminal matter is to provide the defendant in court." Justice Nyako said.

Meanwhile the Federal Government's lawyer, Mr. Abubakar stated that the government was willing to let trial of Nnamdi Kanu continue in his absence.

Reacting to the adjournment of the case Barrister Ejiofor, lawyer to Nnamdi Kanu told the court that Mr. Nnamdi Kanu's health condition has been deteriorated while in the custody of the DSS demanding that the Leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra should be released before the next adjournment.


JUST IN: Security Agency arrest two(2) Americans for taking pictures of Federal High Court Abuja

The Nigeria State Security Service has arrested two(2) suspected Americans for taking pictures of the Federal High Court Abuja.

The two(2) suspected Americans was said to be taking pictures of the court where the leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra(IPOB) will be facing trail today.

The Peoples Gazette reports that the suspected Americans where in their hotel room taking pictures of the court. The hotel named Treasure Suits which is located opposite the court was invaded by the DSS and the two(2) Americans where arrested.

It further revealed that the CCTV footage of the hotel was accessed by the security forces and the two Americans taken away on a white Toyota Hilux for interrogation.

Heavy Security presence at court premises as Nnamdi Kanu faces trail today

The Federal High Court sitting in Abuja has been surrounded by heavy Security forces.

The leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra, Nnamdi Kanu will today, 26th July, 2021 appear before the Federal High Court sitting in Abuja over an eleven(11) count charge on terrorism.

Security Agencies has flooded the court environment over a claimed rumored protest by members of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) at the courts premises.

Recall that the leader of the Proscribed group IPOB was arrested by the Nigerian security Agency alongside the Interpol and returned back to Nigeria.

Though the Federal Government of Nigeria has refused to give details on Nnamdi Kanu arrest but the Indigenous People of Biafra has accused the Kenya's Government on it's involvement to the arrest and extradition of their leader Nnamdi Kanu.

Meanwhile the Kenya's Government through it's Ambassador to Nigeria has debunk the claims stating that it's country has no hand on Nnamdi Kanu's arrest and extradition back to Nigeria.

#BBN Season 6: Meet the 21 year old Angel on #BBN

The reality TV show has begun as house mates are being introduced.

This is Angel a 21 years old house mate in the Big Brother Naija season six reality TV show 2021.

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CHAMPIONS: Italy wins UEFA EURO 2020 Tornament

The UEFA EURO 2020 tornament has just ended as Italy emerges the winner of the tornament.

The Champions of the UEFA EURO 2020, Italy defeated England in a penalty shoot out after both countries played 1-1 draw on the full time.

Both side where given extra times but still ended up with a draw which had lead to penalty kick as a winner must emerge.

Congratulations to Italy.

Nigerian Music Legend, Sound Sultan is dead

Popular Nigerian music star, Sound Sultan is dead. The music star died today Sunday 11th July, 2021.

The news has spark so many reactions on social media and left so many sad.

May his soul rest in peace.

FOREIGN: Isaac Herzog sworn in as Israels new President

The new President of the State of Israel, Isaac Herzog has just been sworn in has the 11th President.

The new Israeli President, Isaac Herzog was sworn in today 7th July, 2021 as the new President of the State of Israel.

Congratulations.

Watch Video: Benue State Governor demand fair judgement on Nnamdi Kanu

The Benue State governor, Samuel Ortom has aired his voice on the Leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB),Nnamdi Kanu.

In a briefing, the governor urged the Federal Government of Nigeria to follow due process on Nnamdi Kanu case as to follow the rule of law.

The governor also called on the Federal Government to also use the effort used in arresting Nnamdi Kanu in a foreign country to do same to bandits and Fulani Militias
terrorising the country.

Governor Samuel Ortom further argued that Miyetti Alah leaders terrorising the country, killing innocent people and destroying farm lands cannot be working freely and Nnamdi Kanu who is seeking the freedom of his people is arrested.

Watch Video below...