"You are a class act champion" - Anthony Joshua to Usyk

Anthony Joshua finally congratulates Usyk after loss to the heavyweight champion twice.

The American boxer took to his Facebook page to congratulate Usyk.

He said,

"I wish Usyk continued success in your quest for greatness. You are a class act champ. 

Yesterday I had to mentally take myself into a dark place to compete for the championship belts! I had two fights, one with Usyk and one with my emotions and both got the better of me. 

I’ll be the first to admit, I let my self down. I acted out of pure passion and emotion and when not controlled it ain’t great.

I love this sport so so much and I’ll be better from this point on. 

Respect".

I will tell you the candidates to vote for come 2023 - Gov. Wike to supporters

Rivers State Governor Nyesom Wike has told his supporters that their votes should be reserved for candidates that have developmental agenda for the state.

Wike,  at the inauguration of the remodeled Waterlines House in Port Harcourt yesterday,  said he would at the appropriate time tell them “who and who”  to vote for during the general elections.

“I will not allow this state to go astray to fall into the hands of armed robbers,”  

He vowed, adding that he had “challenged the country in so many things that were against the interest” of the state.

Wike, a Peoples Democratic Party(PDP),  said some governorship candidates in other political parties have nothing to offer the state.

He said;

"I thank all Rivers people for the support you have given us and for the prayers you are offering on our behalf. I will continue to let you know that we will not let you down.

“We will continue to do the best for Rivers and that is why we also tell you to listen to us. We will tell you those to vote for because I will tell you who is who.

BBNaija: I didn't have s3x with Daniella but we kissed deeply - Khalid

Evicted BBNaija season 7 “Level Up” housemate Khalid has denied sleeping with Daniella while on the show.

The freelance graphic designer during a recent interview “divulged’ what went down between his love interest and him under the duvet.

Khalid and Daniella topped discourse topics on several social media platforms during his short-lived stay in the Big Brother House.

The duo was caught on camera at different times getting ‘freaky’ under the duvet at light-out.

In one of the occasions, it also caught a fellow housemate, Amaka sticking out her head from her bed just to probe the ongoing action.

But Khalid in the viral interview teaser with media personality, Victoria Eze aka Miz Vik denied having s3x on the show.

According to him, “My body is a temple. What happened was just aggressive kissing and cuddling. We didn’t forget the cameras but I didn’t neglect my feelings.”

Husband beats beautiful journalist wife in Adamawa(Photos)

The leadership of Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) Adamawa State council, has condemned in strong terms, an assault and battering of one of its female members, Nafeesa Vandi.

The mother of three and staff of News Department, Adamawa Broadcasting corporation Yola, was allegedly beaten to stupor by her husband, Mallam Ibrahim Aliyu, a sacked staff of PHCN, on Wednesday, 17th August 2022.

Reacting to the incident in a statement on Wednesday, signed by its chairman, Ishaka Donald Dedan, the union described the beating of a professional female practicing journalist as unacceptable, wickedness and barbaric. 

"Though the police has already swung into action in investigating and arresting the perpetrator of the domestic violence, the NUJ calls for a more speedy action towards the immediate arrest and prosecution of the said Mallam Ibrahim Aliyu according to the law and constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria," 

The statement read

"The union further calls on national and international organizations like FIDA,UNFPA,UNICEF as well as Civil Society Organizations that are propagating a total hault on violence against women to step on the matter for justice to prevail."

Heavy bomb explosion hits Kabul mosque many feared dead

A huge explosion has struck a mosque in Kabul, Afghanistan during evening prayers on Wednesday August 17, with many feared dead or injured.

Afghan police disclosed that there were multiple casualties with one Taliban intelligence official saying that as many as 35 people may have been wounded or killed, and the toll could rise further. 

The powerful explosion was heard in a northern Kabul neighbourhood, shattering windows in nearby buildings.

"A blast happened inside a mosque.... the blast has casualties, but the numbers are not clear yet," Kabul police spokesman Khalid Zadran told Reuters.

 

The publication stated that the Imam of the mosque was among those killed and the count could still rise. Intelligence teams were at blast site and investigations are still ongoing.

Afghanistan has been rocked by war the last two decades. Following the withdrawal of US troops from the country last August, there has been an increase in crime and poverty in the  country now controlled by the Taliban.

Naval officer dismissed from duty for Sodomizing a Teenager in Delta State

A naval personnel identified as SLT VN Ukpawanne has been dismissed for attempting to sodomize a teenager in Sapele, Delta State.

Ukpawanne who was arraigned before a court-martial set up by the Nigerian Navy in Delta State, was found guilty of disobeying standing order, attempting to commit sodomy; disgraceful conduct and wrong use of drugs.

The offences were said to be punishable under sections 57, 95; 93; 65 (1) of the AFA CAP A20 LFN 2004.

Other punishment handed to the officer was one-year loss of seniority, six months imprisonment, another six months imprisonment and lastly one-year imprisonment for all four offences.

The punishment was listed in a memo with Reference: NHQ: 08/68/93/A/Vol.XVIII/399 and titled "Confirmation of court martial punishment -SLT VN Ukpawanne NN/4440". 

It reads in part.

“Sequel to Reference A regarding NHQ approval and Confirmation of Court Martial Punishment for the officer named above who attempted to commit Sodomy amidst other offences on 27 Oct 21 with one teenager, (name withheld), close to Sapele Stadium, On 15 Aug 22 at about 1035, the officer was officially paraded and his sentences were read accordingly.

“The charges against the officer include the following: 2004: Disobedience to Standing Order – punishable under section 57 of the AFA CAP A20 LFN 2004. 2004: Attempt to Commit Sodomy – punishable under section 95 of the AFA CAP A20 LFN 2004. 2004: Disgraceful Conduct – punishable under section 93 of the AFA CAP A20 LFN 2004. 2004: Wrongful use of drug/Controlled Substance – punishable under section 65 (1) of the AFA CAP A20 LFN 2004.

“Accordingly, the officer in violation of all sections listed above was awarded one-year loss of seniority, six months imprisonment, another six months imprisonment and lastly one-year imprisonment for all four offences. Pertinently, all imprisonment sentences are to run concurrently.

“The dismissed officer is currently awaiting medical clearance from the Naval Medical Centre before handing over to Sapele Correctional Center for commencement of imprisonment term.”

Massive crowd welcomes Tinubu as he visits former President Obasanjo

The presidential candidate of the All Progressive Party(APC), Bola Ahmed Tinubu today Wednesday 17th August, 2022 visited former President Obasanjo in his residence in Ogun State.

The APC leader was received by APC supporters in their numbers as they where chanting his name.

The meeting between the two was held behind closed doors as many say it must be connected to the 2023 general election.

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Labour party Vice Presidential candidate visits former President Goodluck Jonathan

The Vice Presidential candidate of labour party, Sen. Yusuf Baba-Ahmed has visited former President Goodluck Jonathan on Sunday 14th August, 2022.

The meeting was held behind closed door at the residence of the former President in yenagoa, Bayelsa State.

Reasons behind the meeting remain unknown as at the time of filing this report.

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