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« Last post by Morayo on May 11, 2025, 07:10:18 AM »
A DEADLY AMERICAN MARRIAGE is a new Netflix documentary. The runtime is around 100 minutes and it’s a real roller coaster ride, where you will undoubtedly change your mind a few times. It’s a well-made documentary that utilizes facts and presents the story of this true crime in a chronological way. At the heart of this story, is the murder of an Irish man, which is then followed by a custody battle of his two children. Watch Trailer
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« Last post by Morayo on May 11, 2025, 07:04:10 AM »
 Leroy Sane’s ‘desired destination’ has reportedly been revealed with Arsenal and Chelsea interested in signing him on a free transfer this summer. Sane’s contract with Bayern Munich expires next month and while the Bundesliga champions want to keep him, they have been unable to agree fresh terms with the player. The 29-year-old has been offered a three-year deal at a reduced salary which would still earn him around £12million per season but it is said he is not satisfied. With Bayern Munich refusing to bow to his demands, it is looking increasingly likely that the Germany international will leave the Bavarians and he is not short of suitors. Chelsea, Arsenal, Tottenham Hotspur and Newcastle United are keen on signing him. According to Sky Germany, Sane’s preference would be to return to the Premier League with an ‘ambitious club’, with Arsenal and Chelsea appealing prospects to him. The report added that Sane is not interested in a switch to Tottenham or Newcastle. This is a huge boost for both Chelsea and Arsenal as they aim to bolster their squad this summer. Sane has played in the Premier League before during his time at Manchester City.
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« Last post by Morayo on May 11, 2025, 07:02:02 AM »
 The JAMB Registrar, Prof. Ishaq Oloyede, during a press briefing at JAMB headquarters in Abuja on Friday said new methods of exam fraud were observed during the registration and examination processes. He said the new methods include identity and biometric frauds involving combined thumbprints of candidates and impersonators at registration points in connivance with some CBT centres, double registration, and attempted substitution of self by candidates. According to the data, Anambra had the highest number, with 14 suspects arrested for 13 cases of impersonation and one picture mismatch. Lagos follows with nine suspects arrested for cases of impersonation, spying, and possession of mobile phones. Other states with notable arrests include Delta with eight suspects for impersonation, Kano with seven suspects for impersonation and mobile phones possession, and Kaduna with six suspects for impersonation and mobile phone possession. Additionally, six suspects were arrested in Rivers for impersonation, possession of mobile phone and calculators, while Ebonyi and Enugu had five suspects each for impersonation. Oloyede had also on Friday disclosed that a blind candidate hired a fellow blind man as an impersonator to sit the 2025 UTME on his behalf. According to him, the blind impersonator is an undergraduate. The 2025 UTME results were officially released to the public on Friday. Ahead of the release, JAMB provided statistics on the performance of the 1.9 million candidates who participated in the exam. The figures show a staggering outcome as over 1.5 million candidates scored below 200, which is considered the average benchmark. The UTME, which is scored over a total of 400 marks, tests candidates across four core subjects. While the Use of English is mandatory for all, candidates are allowed to choose three other subjects relevant to their intended course of study.
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« Last post by Morayo on May 11, 2025, 06:49:46 AM »
 The 11th Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards, AMVCA, took place on Saturday in Lagos. Lisabi: The Uprising and Seven Doors emerged as the biggest winners of the night.
Below is a list of some of the winners:Best Costume Design Winner: Christmas in Lagos — Adedamola Adeyemi Best Make-up Winner: Lisabi: The Uprising — Hakeem Onilogbo (Hakeem Effect) Best Art Direction Winner: Lisabi: The Uprising Best Sound/Sound Design Winner: Suspicion Best Editing Winner: Inkabi — Tongai Furusa Best Writing in a TV Series Winner: Untying Kantai — Abel Mutua Musyoka Best Writing in a Movie Winner: Freedom Way — Blessing Uzzi Best Indigenous Language Film (Southern Africa) Winner: Mwizukanji Best Indigenous Language Film (East Africa) Winner: Makosa Di Tangu Best Indigenous Language Film (West Africa) Winner: Lisabi: The Uprising Best Cinematography Winner: The Legend of the Vagabond Queen of Lagos — Leo Purman Best Digital Content Creator Winner: Iyo Prosper Best Indigenous M-Net Original Winner: Onye Agbata Obim Best Scripted M-Net Original Winner: My Fairytale Wedding Best Score/Music Winner: Seven Doors — Tolu Obanro Best Supporting Actress Winner: Mercy Aigbe – Farmer’s Bride Best Lead Actor Seven Doors — Femi Adebayo – WINNER Best Lead Actress Seven Doors — Chioma Chukwuka – WINNER Best Supporting Actor Winner: Gabriel Afolayan – Inside Life Trailblazer Award Recipient: Kayode Kasum Industry Merit Award Recipients: Sani Mu’azu and Nkem Owoh Best Director The Man Died — Awam Amkpa – WINNER Best Documentary Dundun — Ifeoluwa Fatogun and Ebi Atawodi – WINNER Best Writing (TV Series) Untying Kantai — Abel Mutua Musyoka – WINNER Best Series (Scripted) Clarence Peters’ Inside Life — Clarence Peters – WINNER Best Series (Unscripted) Wa Milele? (Forever?) — Kefa Igilo and Jerryson Onasaa – WINNER
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« Last post by Morayo on May 11, 2025, 06:46:10 AM »
 The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has revealed that a blind candidate allegedly paid another visually impaired individual to impersonate him during the 2025 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME). Speaking during a press briefing in Abuja on Friday, Ishaq Oloyede, JAMB registrar, provided updates on the conduct and outcome of the 2025 UTME. Oloyede said the incident occurred during the examination of blind candidates under the JAMB Equal Opportunity Group (JEOG), which facilitates inclusive testing for candidates with disabilities. He said a total of 501 visually impaired candidates were successfully examined at 11 centres nationwide. “Sadly, one of them was also involved in impersonation by recruiting an undergraduate student who is also blind to come and write for another blind candidate,” he said. The registrar expressed disappointment over the development, noting that it shows desperation for access to tertiary education. He said JAMB refunds the registration fees of blind and other challenged candidates and covers transportation, accommodation, and feeding during the examination period. He reiterated the board’s commitment to supporting candidates with special needs. “The board remains committed to providing the necessary support for persons with disabilities aspiring to pursue tertiary education,” Oloyede said. “The Prof. Peter Okebukola-led JEOG continues to demonstrate exceptional dedication in ensuring that these candidates are able to sit examinations, regardless of their challenges.” The results of the 2025 UTME were released on Friday, with over 1.9 million candidates receiving their scores. However, the results of 39,834 candidates have been withheld. Ahead of the release, JAMB said over 40 individuals had been apprehended for their involvement in examination malpractice.
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« Last post by Morayo on May 11, 2025, 06:44:32 AM »
 Two Nigerian police officers have been accused of recklessly mishandling a rifle, resulting in the shooting of church worker John Bargo at the Baptist Church in Kaura District, Abuja—an incident that left bloodshed, trauma, and a wave of unanswered questions. It was gathered that Bargo, a staff member of the church, was sitting outside the premises on April 23, waiting to receive a guitar he had ordered. He was seated beside a police officer, identified as Umar, assigned to the church for routine security. Across the street, another officer, Ahmed, was on post at a school directly opposite. Beevan Magoni described a scene that began with casual horseplay but quickly spiralled into horror. “Ahmed just walked across the road and grabbed Umar’s rifle like they were playing,” one witness, who asked not to be named, recounted. “At first, it seemed like a joke, but then he cocked the rifle and released the safety. That’s when it got serious.” However, a brief but frantic scuffle ensued as Umar struggled to regain control of the weapon. He succeeded in recovering the rifle but, crucially, failed to clear the chamber, leaving a live round inside. Moments later, Ahmed returned. According to Beevan, this time, in what witnesses say looked like a continuation of their reckless tussle, Ahmed again seized the rifle. The muzzle was inadvertently pointed toward John, who sat relaxed with his leg folded in a casual position. “That’s not how to do it,” Ahmed allegedly said, tugging on the weapon. However, a shot rang out. The bullet tore through John’s shin and thigh, shattering his femur on impact. Beevan explained that John collapsed in pain, bleeding and confused. "Apart from an unarmed civilian felled by an officer’s careless handling of a firearm in broad daylight, more troubling than the incident itself has been the aftermath. Officer Ahmed reportedly absconded for days following the shooting, and while John was rushed to hospital for emergency surgery, Officer Umar quietly resumed duty at his original post without public inquiry or visible disciplinary action. "With no insurance and little financial support, the church was forced to suspend a major project and redirect over ₦5million to cover John’s surgery and immediate care. Though he survived, his recovery remains long and uncertain," Beevan added. However, despite the gravity of the incident, neither officer has been formally charged or publicly reprimanded.
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« Last post by Morayo on May 10, 2025, 07:38:26 AM »
 *MADE IN OSUN CEO: OsunReporters News offers Free advertisement to Osun-based businesses* By Abdullah Maruf Hassan, Osogbo In a bid to support and promote local entrepreneurship, De-Moon Media Links (Publisher of OsunReporters Online News/TV) has launched a free advertising initiative tagged MADE IN OSUN CEO, specifically designed for businesses based in Osun State. The initiative is part of a monthly production aimed at showcasing local businesses through short documentaries, which will be promoted across various social media platforms such as YouTube, Instagram, Facebook, X, TikTok @OsunReportersTV at no cost for an entire month. While announcing the initiative via his Facebook page on Thursday, Mukhtar Ajelogbon, the founder of OsunReporters Online News explained that the project seeks to contribute meaningfully to the growth and visibility of Osun-based business owners, especially upcoming and developing CEOs. The Osogbo born multimedia journalist further maintained that the goal is to give the Osun-based CEO a platform to display their products, services, and innovations to a wider audience. “This is the Osun for Osun project. We can do it together,” said Ajelogbon. To participate, businesses must meet the following criteria: Be located within Osun State; Have a traceable physical address; Be registered with the Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC); Operate a legitimate business; Be open to public interviews and showcase of their business by the CEO; Have at least one active social media handle; Be willing to host the OsunReporters Crew for on-site production. Ajelogbon, encouraging the public to refer and tag eligible businesses and CEOs in the comment section of his Facebook post and to support the project by sharing the post. He also called on the people of Osun to follow and subscribe to OsunReporters TV on social media for more updates. For business owners looking to gain visibility and growth, MADE IN OSUN CEO presents a timely and impactful opportunity. For more enquiries: 08062541708 or [email protected]However, at the time of filing this report, the MADE In Osun CEO Facebook post has gotten some comments where business owners are showing interest.
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« Last post by Morayo on May 08, 2025, 09:58:57 PM »
 White smoke rose from the chimney of the Vatican’s Sistine Chapel on Thursday, signaling that the 133 cardinals inside have successfully elected a new pope. The cardinals picked a successor to Pope Francis on the second day of voting, but the world’s 1.4 billion Catholics will have to wait for the official announcement from the balcony of St Peter’s Basilica to learn who he is. The smoke was met with loud applause from the thousands of pilgrims and tourists waiting in St Peter’s Square. They are happy because the smoke means that one of the 133 cardinals inside the chapel has obtained the necessary two-thirds majority required to win the conclave, the secretive centuries-old ritual of electing a new pontiff. In a further confirmation that the conclave is over, the bells of St Peter’s Basilica rang out. The pope was chosen on the second day of voting, after the fourth ballot, although his identity was not immediately made known. When Jorge Bergoglio, who became Pope Francis, was elected in March 2013, his identity was revealed about 45 minutes after the white smoke when he appeared on the balcony above St Peter’s Square.
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« Last post by Morayo on May 07, 2025, 08:39:25 PM »
 Governor of Osun State, Senator Ademola Adeleke, has said his administration is closer to fulfilling his campaign promises to the people of the state by strengthening fire safety and emergency response services. The governor made this known on Wednesday while commissioning three fire trucks to enhance fire service sector of the state. Governor Adeleke recalled that when he assumed office in 2022 he was deeply concerned by the bad state of the state fire service facilities. According to the governor: “The last procurement of fire trucks had occurred over fourteen (14) years ago, a situation that was both alarming and unacceptable. I knew that immediate and strategic intervention was necessary. Today, I am proud to announce that this administration has taken decisive steps to revive the Osun State Fire Service. We have so far procured seven (7) modern fire trucks and one (1) water tanker to significantly boost our emergency response capacity. “In addition, we have supplied essential firefighting equipment, including protective gears to ensure our brave officers are well-equipped, well-prepared, and adequately protected in the line of duty. We have also prioritized the training of our fire officers so they can respond to emergencies with professionalism and efficiency.” Speaking on the new three fire trucks, Governor Adeleke said: ” The commissioning of these additional three (3) fire trucks underscores our administration’s unwavering commitment to safeguarding lives and property. “These assets will greatly improve the responsiveness and efficiency of our fire service, giving our citizens peace of mind and renewed confidence in the system. With the commissioning of these three (3) trucks, we are now closer to fulfilling that pledge. Plans are already underway to procure the remaining trucks, ensuring that every region in our state is adequately equipped for emergency response.” He reiterated his commitment in ensuring equitable distribution of resources across the state saying “It remains my goal to provide at least one (1) fire truck to each of the nine (9) Federal Constituencies in Osun State and one at the Fire Service Headquarters.” He ,however, sought support for his administration saying “Let us all continue to work together to build a safer, more resilient Osun State.”
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« Last post by Morayo on May 07, 2025, 11:04:19 AM »
 Troops of Operation Hadin Kai have intercepted a large-scale fuel supply operation in Maiduguri, Borno State, intended for Boko Haram insurgents operating in the Gwoza axis and parts of Cameroon. The troops busted Hadiza and Sadiq Filling Station while its operators were brazenly loading fuel into 500 jerrycans, in what authorities described as a deliberate and treacherous attempt to empower the enemies of Nigeria. Intelligence sources confirmed to security analyst, Zagazola Makama that the troops had been tracking the activities of several unpatriotic fuel merchants engaged in black market sales, often using modified tanks in vehicles such as Gulf cars to transport large quantities of fuel to unknown destinations. These products were later transferred into jerrycans and smuggled to terrorist-controlled areas. But on this occasion, their luck ran out. Troops stormed the scene and arrested several suspects caught in the act. During preliminary interrogation, the suspects confessed to taking the fuel toward Pulka and the Cameroon axis, an area which harbours several terrorists from the Ali Ngulde faction. They, however, claimed ignorance about the identities of the recipients, revealing that individuals from “various destinations” collect the products.
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