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Sunday, July 5, 2020

Fire Razes Calabar’s Second Biggest Market

Many sections of the popular Marian Market in Calabar, the River state capital was in the early hours of Saturday, July 4, gutted by a terrible fire outbreak.

According to AIT Live, the inferno, the cause of which is yet unknown, damaged many shops housing properties worth millions of Naira in the commercial hub.

However, official details on the extent of damage caused by the flames have not been given, including a record of possible casualties from the fire.
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FG Moves To End DSTV’s Monopoly, Says Multichoice Is Cheating Nigerians

The Federal Government has revealed plans to end the monopoly enjoyed by cable television service providers, especially Digital Satellite Television, owned by MultiChoice, a South Africa-based company.

The plan is said to include ending exclusive rights to sporting events.

Only DStv currently broadcasts major football competitions in Nigeria, especially the English Premier League.

The government said it had amended Nigeria’s broadcasting code to prevent DStv and others from monopolising their channels and contents.

The House has been probing DStv for allegedly cheating its Nigerian subscribers by restricting them to prepaid plans and increasing its subscription rates on June 1, 2020, despite the economic impact of COVID-19 pandemic lockdown on the people.

At the continuation of the investigative hearings organised by an ad hoc committee of the House on the matter in Abuja on Tuesday, Minister of Information and Culture, Alhaji Lai Mohammed, had dismissed claims by DStv that pay-per-view was not proper for the Nigerian market. 

Mohammed noted that StarTimes, the cable arm of the Nigerian Television Authority, was already operating for some years.

In an audio recording obtained by our correspondent, Mohammed could be heard responding to questions from the lawmakers.

The minister said, “On the issue of increase in price for subscribers, with the onset of COVID-19, one of the first things we did in the ministry with the NBC (National Broadcasting Commission) was to provide succour to broadcasters.

“We suspended payment for the initial two months to all broadcasters so that they would be able to absorb the impact of COVID-19. Therefore, it will be unfair for those for whom we have suspended payment to also at the same time increase their own fees. And I’m sure that the DG of NBC will take up this matter.”

On the issue of monopoly, Mohammed stated that the President, Major General Muhammadu Buhari (retd.), had in 2019 set up a board of enquiry to look into the activities of broadcasting stations, to ascertain the potency of the broadcasting code and broadcasting act to curtail and regulate the industry against excesses.

He added, “We took that opportunity also to make right recommendations to Mr President, including the breaking of the monopoly of the various giant operators. It is to the credit of Mr President that he did approve those recommendations.”

Mohammed noted that some recommendations would require that the National Assembly amend the provisions of the Nigeria Broadcasting Act.

The minister said, “You will notice, in recent weeks, a lot of attacks on the ministry as a result of these amendments. These amendments have actually struck at the heart of monopoly. These amendments are, for once, giving back to Nigerians their own industry.”

Earlier, Chairman of the committee, Mr Unyime Idem, asked Mohammed and the acting Director General of the NBC, Armstrong Idachaba, to order DStv to suspend its recent rates’ increment.

Mohammed immediately ordered the Idachaba to issue the notice.

Idem had stated that the minister and all stakeholders present should ensure and commence full implementation of its directives.

The House committee’s order included “a marching order to the service providers, particularly Multichoice’s DStv, to reverse the recent June 1, 2020 price hike and revert to the old price as this is not the best of times to increase the prices of services, no matter the reasons for such increase, taking into consideration the ravaging effect of COVID-19 on the economy of Nigerians.”

It added, “Come up with a robust strategy to break the monopoly and open up the industry for larger participation. PAYG regime for the digital TV broadcasting in Nigeria, with particular reference to DStv, GOtv, StarTimes and Kwese TV.

“Deregulation of content right by DTH (direct-to home), DTT (digital terrestrial television) and IPTV (Internet Protocol Television) operators. Encouraging local content participation through content sharing.

Source: Punchng.com
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Throwback: My Dream Was to Own Two Okadas, One Danfo, says Hushpuppi

Alleged international fraudster, Ramon Abbas aka Ray Hushpuppi, once said his dream was to own two commercial motorcycles otherwise known as okada and a commercial bus popularly called danfo.

He said this during a live Instagram video with social media influencer, Abisoye Michael, aka Oyemyke in 2018.

Ironically, 13 luxury cars including two Rolls Royce, a Bentley, a Mercedes Benz G Wagon, Ferrari, Maybach, Bugatti and others worth $6.8m (N2.5bn) have been seized from Hushpuppi.

The alleged fraudster, who is in the United States facing charges of money laundering, fraud, and conspiracy, said he grew up in Oworonshoki, a Lagos community of mainly low and middle-income earners.

Oworonshoki is very close to the Third Mainland Bridge that links the highbrow Island to the mainland.

Hushpuppi said the reality on the island was in sharp contrast with that of Oworonshoki and he was determined to make it in life.

He stated that he also intended marrying an ‘amala girl’ who would own a small restaurant and they would live comfortably.

Responding to a question, he said, “I was born in Oworonshoki which is like the tip of the island. It is the place from where you go to the island. Everyone in Oworonshoki was used to the island and most of the people were working on the island. I saw how people lived.

“When I started going to the island, I saw that cars we never dreamt of owning in our lives, they were using them to take children to school. I wrote a post that my dream in life before was to have two okadas and one danfo. It was the definition of success to me at one point in my life.

“I was only dreaming of God giving me two okadas that would deliver daily payments to me every night then I would have one danfo and date the daughter of an amala seller which would be giving me steady food and she would have her own shop. It used to be our dream at one point in life.”

In the interview, Hushpuppi also opened up on his family.

He stated that he put his mum in one of the most expensive hotels in Dubai for several weeks and blessed her with the finest things of life.

He said, “My mum has been here in Dubai. She was enjoying one of the most expensive suites they have in one of the best hotels in Dubai. She was lounging every day. She was having the best medical attention in the world but I don’t have to tell anybody because this is my family.

“These are the people that were there for me before you people tried to come into my life. These are the people who made me, who sent me to school, who always receive me anytime I go to hustle and things don’t work out. These are the people I fall back on. They didn’t push me away so why should I now expose my mum to the world? I don’t have to.

“I am even closer to my dad than my mum. My mum is educated but my dad is not really educated. My mum schooled in London. I can bring my mum on the show to speak but my dad cannot really speak English but he is smart.

“The code I live by today is based on the advice of my dad. So, my dad has been my guide and backbone.”

Hushpuppi risks spending 20 years in a US federal prison if he is found guilty.

Source: Punchng
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FBI Release The Number of Years Hushpuppi Will Spend in Jail if Convicted

Investigations have commenced into the alleged fraudulent activities of Ramon Abba, popularly known as Hushpuppi, on how he and his gang attempted to dupe a Premier League club to the tune of £100m (N48bn).

Over 10 days after the arrest of the alleged fraudster, the Dubai police released a footage that captured the operation dubbed ‘Fox Hunt 2’ that led to the arrests.

The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) director, Christopher Wray, has extended his appreciation to the government of the United Arab Emirates (UAE), represented by the Dubai Police General HQ, for the concerted efforts in arresting alleged fraudsters.

The fresh allegation is contained in an affidavit according to Special Agent, Andre Innocenti, who is in charge of the Los Angeles Filed Office High-tech Organise Crime Squad.

Hushpuppi, according to the document, is facing charges of conspiracy to commit money laundering among others.

The affidavit read in part: “Abbas and others further conspired to launder hundreds of millions of dollars from other fraudulent schemes and computer intrusions, including one scheme to steal £100 million (approximately $124 million) from an English Premier League soccer club.”

According to the FBI Hushpuppi risks spending 20 years in jail once he is convicted.

“If convicted of conspiracy to engage in money laundering, Abbas would face a statutory maximum sentence of 20 years in federal prison,” the FBI said.

The Instagram celebrity and big money spender was recently arrested in Dubai, alongside one Mr Woodbery and several others, by Interpol and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) in Dubai.


The 12 suspects were arrested in six simultaneous raids carried out by the e-police unit of the Dubai Police. The gang was responsible for Dh1.6 billion (about N169 billion) fraud involving over 1.9 million victims. Items worth N15.845 billion (Dh 150 million) were also seized.

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Former Super Eagles Defender, Taye Taiwo Joins His 11th Club, Doxa Katokopias FC in Cyprus (Photos)

Former Super Eagles defender, Taye Taiwo has joined Cypriot top-flight side, Doxa Katokopias FC on a free transfer.

The 35-year-old left fullback who last played for Finnish side FC RoPs signed twelve months contract with Doxa Katokopias FC with the option of another year. He will wear No.33 jersey for the club.


Sharing photos of himself posing with the club jersey,Taye wrote: ‘Thanks God. Enjoy every moment of football God bless.’


Doxa Katokopias is Taiwo’s eleventh club since moving to Europe in 2005. The former Lobi Stars has played for Marseille, Milan, Queens Park Rangers, Dynamo Kyiv, Bursaspor, HJK Helsinki, Lausanne, AFC Eskilstuna, and RoPS.

He also made 54 appearances for the Super Eagles of Nigeria and scored eight goals.

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Singer Korede Bello Explains Why People Listen to Sad Songs

Nigerian singer and songwriter, Korede Bello has explained why people listen to sad songs.

The singer took to his twitter handle to asked his fans about why people listen to sad songs.

Korede Bello while answering the question he asked his fans, said that at times, people listen to sad songs as a coping mechanism, he added that it allows people to empathise with the singer.

See his post below:

The singer also reassured his fans that his new project, titled “Table For Two” will be out this July 24 will a news song will be released one 10th of July off the EP.

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Emma Nyra Defends Hushpuppi, Says A lot of People Are Jealous of His Lifestyle

American-born Nigerian singer, Emma Chukwugoziam Obi better known as Emma Nyra has accused majority of Nigerians of being jealous about wealth of the alleged fraudster, Ramoni Abass Igbalodely, aka Hushpuppi.

She wrote :

A lot of people are happy about what happened to Hushpuppi because he was oppressing them on social media. The truth is that rejoicing in his downfall is not gonna put money in your pocket. I’m tired of reading about someone else’s downfall. Let me jeje hustle my own.

 

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[Music] Timmy Crown – Simil'Oluwa

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Nigerian fast-rising singer and songwriter, Timmy Crown unleashed another new single titled “Simil'Oluwa“.

Consequently, Timmy Crown’s new entry “Simil'Oluwa” had unique production preference following his recent released jam, Eledumare Ose.

Also, this is the third song in three consecutive weeks of dominance.

Furthermore, Rema has hinted on his forthcoming project due for releases in couple of months.

Download and Enjoy Timmy Crown – Simil'Oluwa below;


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Thursday, July 2, 2020

[Music] Qdot – Jegele (Prod. By DABEATHANDLE)

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Yorubadboi Music serial hit-maker, Qdot has released yet another new single titled “Jegele“.

Consequently, the new song “Jegele“ comes after his well-accepted record and visual for “Jaiye” released few months ago.

Download and Enjoy Qdot – Jegele below;


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[Music] Mayorkun – Betty Butter Ft. Davido (Prod. By Speroach Beatz)

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Nigerian Afro-Pop star, Mayorkun returns back with an impressive single titled, “Betty Butter“.

The Speroach Beatz produced single “Betty Butter“ features DMW superstar, Davido who did justice as usual.

However, the new song arrived shortly after his massive hit single and visual for ‘Of Lagos‘ released a few months ago.

Downloadand Enjoy Mayorkun – Betty Butter Ft. Davido below;


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[Music] Solidstar – Calling

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Shabba Entertainment singer, Solidstar comes through with a lovely new tune and this lovely single is titled “Calling”.

We totally love the vibe on this new single and think it’s a potential hit single.

Download and Enjoy Solidstar – Calling below;


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Nigerian Police Denies Detaining Seyitan after She Accused D’banj of Rape

The Nigerian police has denied detaining Seyitan Babatayo, the lady who accused singer, D’banj, of rape.

A police source who spoke to Vanguard, said D’banj reported on three separate occasions at FCID for interrogation and statement, while Seyitan repeatedly refused to show up. Her alleged non-appearance led to the prompt dispatch of officers by the Force CID to Lagos, to invite her for written statement and interrogation on the alleged rape incident.

The police source insisted that there might be a mix up by the legal representative of Seyitan over claims of being arrested and detained by Police operatives at Ikeja in Lagos for 24 hours.

The security official insisted that the alleged rape victim was only invited to give her written statement and also to be interrogated as it was necessary for her to come forward to give a statement to back up her accusation.

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Nigeria Records 790 New Case of COVID-19, Total hits 26,484

Nigeria has recorded 790 new cases of COVID-19 on Wednesday, July 1st, 2020.

Data from the NCDC showed that the cases were spread across 19 states including FCT, with Delta accounting for the highest number of infections for the day with 166 cases.

The states with the 790 new cases are Delta-166, Lagos-120, Enugu-66, FCT-65, Edo-60, Ogun-43, Kano-41, Kaduna-39, Ondo-33, Rivers-32, Bayelsa-29, Katsina-21, Imo-20, Kwara-18, Oyo-11, Abia-10, Benue-6, Gombe-4, Yobe-2, Bauchi-2 and Kebbi-2.

NCDC also announced that as of 11:50 pm on 1st July, there are 26,484 total COVID-19 confirmed cases reported in Nigeria.

10,152 patients have been discharged with 603 deaths across the country.

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You Are Stupid If You Have 6 Packs And You Are Broke – Bobrisky Says

Nigerian crossdresser Bobrisky is at it again as she takes a dig at men who have all the looks but are broke.

Bobrisky has stated that a guy is stupid if he has 6 packs and a handsome face but has no money.

She made this assertion on her Instagram page.

She wrote:

"Fine face, 6 packs,, 6 feet, beards gang etc and you are broke, you are just stupid. I will rather go for some pot belly with some billionaires cash."

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Burna Boy Celebrates 29th Birthday Today

Nigerian singer and songwriter, Damini Ebunoluwa Ogulu Rex (born 2 July 1991), known professionally as Burna Boy today Celebrates 29th Birthday.

He rose to prominence in 2012 after releasing “Like to Party”, the lead single from his debut studio album L.I.F.E (2013). In 2017, Burna Boy signed with Bad Habit/Atlantic Records in the United States and Warner Music Group internationally. His third studio album Outside marked his major-label debut.

In 2019, he won Best International Act at the 2019 BET Awards, and was announced as an Apple Music Up Next artist. His fourth studio album African Giant was released in July 2019; it won Album of the Year at the 2019 All Africa Music Awards and was nominated for Best World Music Album at the 62nd Annual Grammy Awards.

Early life

Damini Ogulu was born in Port Harcourt, Nigeria. His father managed a welding company and his mother worked as a translator. His grandfather Benson Idonije once managed Fela Kuti. His mother Bose Ogulu would later become his manager. Ogulu grew up in southern Nigeria and began making his own beats using FruityLoops. He attended Corona Secondary School in Agbara and relocated to London to further his studies.

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