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Nigerians excited as COAS orders release of romantic soldier

Nigerians excited as COAS orders release of romantic soldier
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Nigerians on social media have been unable to contain their joy as the Chief of Army Staff, Lt.-Gen. Faruk Yahaya, ordered the immediate release of a detained female soldier, Private Sofiyat Akinlabi.

The COAS has pardoned and ordered for the release of the soldier on Saturday after being detained for 11 days.

She was held on December 14, 2021, following her public acceptance of the marriage proposal of a youth corper simply identified as Remi at the National Youth Service Corps Orientation Camp in Yikpata, Kwara State.

Many Nigerians and civil society organisations had since called for her release and littered social media with photos of male soldiers proposing to their love interests in uniform.

Also, two petitions on Change.org platform calling for her release had attracted over 10,000 signatures.

The family of the corper had also appealed to the military authorities to pardon Akinlabi, saying the duo met three years ago in Abeokuta where they started their love life.

In what appeared as a Christmas gift to the family and many Nigerians, the COAS ordered the release of the romantic soldier on Saturday.

Taking to social media, many excited users hailed the COAS and declared that wedding plans should commence forthwith.

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Ifa Priest says Queen Naomi Can’t Remarry Until She Is Purified

Ifa Priest says Queen Naomi Can’t Remarry Until She Is Purified
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Popular and renowned Ifa priest, Chief Ifayemi Elebuibon has advised Yoruba monarchs to consult Ifa before getting married.

He said this in respect to the collapse of the marriage between Ooni of Ife, Oba Enitan Ogunwusi, and Olori Silekunola Naomi.

Chief Elebuibon, in an interview, said that it wasn’t easy for outsiders to understand deeply marital issues between couples.

He, however, advised that Ifa oracle should be consulted as the divine directive was key to success in marriage.

“Today’s Yoruba monarchs should follow tradition while choosing partners. But anything that has to do with marriage, whether for a monarch or an ordinary person, no one can be perfect or wise enough to completely avoid mistakes. It is only God that can make one choose rightly. Yoruba monarchs must consult the oracle before choosing wives. They should not allow modernity to dictate who to marry to them. Saying God has directed me to choose you, may not be enough.”

He also advised the family of the couple not to meddle too much in the embattled marriage as too much involvement of relations might cause disrespect.

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Man dies in Christmas Day accident

Man dies in Christmas Day accident
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The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) in Anambra has reported an accident at Umuokpo, Awka South Local Government Area of Anambra that has claimed the life of a male passenger, on Christmas Day.

Mr Adeoye Irelewuyi, Anambra Sector Commander of the corps, confirmed the accident in Awka, on Saturday.

According to Irelewuyi, the accident occured at about 4 a.m along Awka-Enugu Expressway and could have possibly been caused by fatigue.

He said, “The accident involved an unidentified driver of a blue Passat Volkswagen Wagon with registration number: BEN658TP.

“Eyewitness report reaching us indicates that due to fatigue, the driver of the vehicle slept off while driving and crashed.

“Twelve persons, comprising two male adults, a female adult, four male children and five female children were involved in the crash.

“Six persons sustained some degree of injuries.

“They were taken to Princeton Hospital, Awka, by FRSC rescue team, where a male passenger was confirmed dead by the doctor on duty.”

The FRSC official also said the body of the deceased had been deposited at the hospital’s mortuary.

The Sector Commander sympathised with the family of the deceased and, in the same vein, urged motorists to ensure they observe rest periods when traveling to avoid getting tired.

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My wife threatened to kill my first wife, children, Man tells court

My wife threatened to kill my first wife, children, Man tells court
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A 59-year-old surveyor, Adeoye Akintoye, on Monday appealed to a Customary Court in Igando, Lagos to end his marriage to Modupe, reason being that she threatened to kill his first wife and children.

“When we met, I told her I had a wife and four children, along the line, she got pregnant for me.

“She threatened to kill herself if I refused to marry. Initially, Modupe wanted me to divorce my first wife so that she can be the only wife but when I refused. She swore to kill her and the children,” he said.

He accused his wife of being mischievous.

”She came to my church with her child and introduced herself as my wife. I warned her not to. Because I did not want my church to know that I had a second wife because I am a deacon and a chorister.

”My church is against polygamy. I will be severely punished now that Modupe has exposed me,” he added.

Responding to the allegations, the 36-year-old trader, Modupe, accused her husband of infidelity.

‘I’ve caught him in bed with his other lovers. He starved me of sex and turned me to a punching bag,” she said.

The Court President, Mr Adeniyi Koledoye, adjourned the case until Feb. 10, for further hearing.

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Photos Of Olori Ashley AKA “Aya Oba”, The New Wife Of Ooni Of Ife

Photos Of Olori Ashley AKA "Aya Oba", The New Wife Of Ooni Of Ife
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As prophetess Naomi has been ostracized from the palace of the Ooni of Ife after publicly divorcing the Ooni on instagram, the Ooni has welcomed in yet another wife, which would be his 4th in the short space of just 15 years.

Just like Naomi, the new Olori has has gotten into the role and renamed her page as the “Aya Oba”.  Her names are: Princess Ashley Afolashade Afolakemi. Below are some of her photos:

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Breaking: Titan Trust Bank acquires Union Bank

Breaking: Titan Trust Bank acquires Union Bank
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One of the fastest-growing and customer-centric financial service providers in Nigeria, Titan Trust Bank Limited (TTB), has acquired Union Bank of Nigeria Plc.


This was after an agreement by Union Global Partners Limited, Atlas Mara Limited and other majority shareholders to divest 88.39 per cent shareholding in Union Bank to Titan Trust Bank.

The Nigerian Exchange Limited (NGX) and the Securities Exchange Commission were notified by the board of Union Bank of Nigeria on Thursday. The board explained that the agreement, which is  subject to regulatory approvals and other financial conditions, would upon completion transfer 89.39 percent of Union Bank’s issued share capital to Titan Trust Bank.

Concerning the transaction, the Chairman, Union Bank, Mrs. Beatrice Hamza Bassey said: “On behalf of the Board, we congratulate all the parties involved in reaching this phase of the transaction and the Board looks forward to supporting the next steps to ensure a seamless completion of the process following regulatory approvals.

“We  are  grateful  to  our  current  investors  whose  significant  and  consequential investments over the past nine years facilitated the transformation of Union Bank, one of Nigeria’s oldest and storied institutions. Today, the bank is well-positioned with an innovative product offering, a growing customer base of over six million and consistent  year on year profitability.

“This is a solid foundation for our incoming investors to build on as we move into a new era for the bank.”

According to the chairman, Titan Trust Bank, Mr. Tunde Lemo, OFR: “The Board of Titan Trust Bank and our key stakeholders are delighted as this transaction marks a key step for Titan Trust in its strategic growth journey and propels the institution to the next level in the Nigerian banking sector.

“The deal represents a unique opportunity to combine Union Bank’s longstanding and leading banking franchise with TTB’s innovation-led model which promises to enhance the product and service offering for our combined valued customers.” He said.

Chief Executive Officer, Union Bank, Mr. Emeka Okonkwo noted: “This transaction marks a significant milestone in the journey of our 104-year old Bank. Whilst thanking our current investors for their unwavering commitment to the Bank over the years, we welcome our new core investor, TTB. We recognize the strategic fit between the two institutions and expect that this deal will deliver the best outcome for our employees, customers and stakeholders. We look forward to collectively writing the next exciting chapter for Union Bank.

On his part, Chief Executive Officer, Titan Trust Bank, Mr. Mudassir Amray said: “After completing over two years of operations with aggressive organic growth, we are excited to have an opportunity for a significant leap forward in market share. UBN’s widespread presence, state of the art technology platform, quality staff and strong brand loyalty fits well with our synchronized modular strategy. We look forward to delivering superior results for the benefit of our staff, customers, shareholders, and stakeholders.”

According to the statement, Rothschild & Cie acted as financial adviser and White & Case LLP and Banwo & Ighodalo acted as legal advisers respectively, to the selling shareholders of Union Bank, while Citigroup Global Markets Limited also acted as financial adviser, Pricewaterhouse Coopers as due diligence partner, Norton Rose Fulbright LLP, Drew Law Practise and G. Elias & Co. acted as legal advisers respectively to TTB.

Union Bank was established in 1917 and was listed on the Nigerian Stock Exchange in 1971. It is one the country’s long-standing and most respected banks. The Bank is focused on Retail, Commercial and Corporate Banking businesses.


On the other hand, Titan Trust Bank is one of the newest national commercial banks in Nigeria. It has been in existence for the past two years.

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Family Of Late Sylvester Oromoni Kicks Against N1million Bail Granted To Suspects

Family Of Late Sylvester Oromoni Kicks Against N1million Bail Granted To Suspects
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The father of late Sylvester Oromoni has frowned at the bail granted to alleged killers of his son. He wondered what the reason behind the bail was when the 21 days requested by the police for investigation was yet to elapse.

Recall that the deceased was allegedly bullied to death by his seniors for refusing to join cult. The five suspects were arrested but have been granted bail of N1 million naira each, by a Magistrate’s court in Yaba.

The Chief Magistrate, Olatunbosun Adeola, after hearing the bail application filed by the counsel for the defendants, ordered the defendants to produce two sureties each in like sum.

Sylvester’s father said,
“Yesterday I was called that those boys were granted bail by a Magistrate Court in Yaba, Lagos. I said, “why?” I now called the Commissioner of Police, Lagos State and he told me; I was not aware, and that they were not done with the investigation.

I called the DCP in charge of the case who later confirmed to me that the story is true.

But it was a surprise to me that the same judge gave them 21 days which expires on the 28 of this month when the police requested for the remand order. The court granted 21 days to keep those boys.

And the 21 days have not expired, and the court granted them bail. I am calling on President Muhammadu Buhari, the Lagos State Government and the Inspector General of Police to please take note.

Secondly, the police said they are not done with the investigation, that granting the boys bail will not help their investigation, they are getting more facts.

And they were even planning that after the 21 days if they are not done with their investigation, they will ask for an extension. I am surprised that the court granted them bail when the date given has not elapsed.

I am not a lawyer but what the family is saying is that they should allow the police to conclude their investigation. I am not saying that they should not be granted bail but it is the court that gave the police 21 days”

 

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“Despite The Awful Things I Did To Be A Big Girl, God Brought My Husband” – Lady Shares

"Despite The Awful Things I Did To Be A Big Girl, God Brought My Husband" - Lady Shares
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A Nigerian woman, simply identified as Jessica, has taken to social media to express her gratitude to God for sending her husband into her life.

The Delta-born lady had recently graduated from the university. He disclosed that she did a lot of awful things in the past, striving to be a ‘big girl’.
She said she’d considered taking her life at some point but God intervened and sent her husband her way.

They are happily married now with two adorable boys.

She wrote in part,

“I’ve done so many awful things to myself in the name of trying to be a Big Girl. And I thank God for sending his son (my husband) into my life and I thank God for growth because i dont know where I would have been today.

“When people thought my life would be ruined when I got married, I laughed because I knew it was just the beginning of a beautiful story for me.

“If you dont know all the details you wont understand how happy I am to be where I am today. The girl who almost took her own life is actually now successful. It’s still a dream.

See more photos below,

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Over 10,000 demand release of romantic soldier detained for accepting corper’s proposal

Nigerians excited as COAS orders release of romantic soldier
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Over 10,000 persons have signed petitions for the release of a female soldier, Private Sofiyat Akinlabi, who is currently being detained by military authorities for accepting the marriage proposal of an unnamed corper at the National Youth Service Corps Orientation Camp in Yikpata, Kwara State.

The first petition was started by activist Deji Adeyanju of Concerned Nigerians and has attracted over 5,000 signatures as of press time. It was titled, ‘FreeSofiat: Nigerian Army should release detained female Nigerian soldier immediately’.

It read in part, “We’re demanding the immediate release of the young female soldier being held by the Nigerian Army before it sparks national global outrage.

“Furthermore, we condemn the prolonged detention and alleged violation of her human rights by army authorities by denying Sofiyat access to members of her family and refusing to provide her with food, sanitary materials, and medical care. Such gross violation of human right, abuse of power and excessive use of force is absolutely uncalled for and condemnable.”


The next petition was started by activist Omoyele Sowore and has also attracted over 5,000 signatures. It was titled, ‘#FreeSofiyat: Release female soldier held over marriage proposal in Nigeria’.

It partly read, “It is Christmas time and Sofiat should be with her family and loved ones during the holidays and not held up.

“We are asking the Nigerian Chief of Army Staff, Lt. General Farouk Yahaya, to respect her constitutional rights and ensure that she is not stigmatised or dismissed from the military. We further call on the Nigerian military and security forces to review and remove all discriminatory rules against servicewomen in its books with immediate effect!”

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