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‘He is in the mortuary’ — Anambra Police speaks on ‘burying’ Junior Pope, other victims by the river side

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By Francesca Hangeior

The Anambra State Police has reacted to the confusion surrounding the burial of the victims of the Anam boat mishap by the riverside.

According to the police, three of the deceased were buried by the riverside but actor Junior Pope and one other are still in the morgue.

The police added that one of those buried by the riverside has been exhumed and taken back to her state for burial.

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Anambra State Police Command Public Relations Officer, SP Tochukwu Ikenga, said in a statement: “The Command on an inquiry about the unconfirmed information that the recovered bodies including Junior Pope were buried by the Riverside where the boat accident happened, discovered that three of the deceased Families accepted the victim should be buried beside the river.

“But later, the family of one of the victims decided to exhume the body to be given a proper burial in her State while the other two were still buried there.

“Also, Junior Pope and one other are still in the morgue and await the deceased family’s funeral arrangements, Please let’s be guided.

“Meanwhile, the producer of the movie and the two boat drivers’ Statements have been obtained, and other necessary actions/moves already emplaced by the Operatives as directed by the Commissioner of Police to determine the criminal liability of any person, if any, in the mishap.”

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Basketmouth, AY finally end their 18 years Feud, follows each other on Instagram + video

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Famous Nigerian comedians Basketmouth and AY Makun have officially settled their 18-year-long feud.

Recalls that the duo have been in the news over their lingering feud.

However, Basketmouth, in an Instagram post on Wednesday, shared a light-hearted video of their recent interaction.

The video, which signifies a major reconciliation between the comedians, captured the moment Basketmouth sought advice from AY following his discussion with actor Richard Mofe-Damijo, RMD.

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AY also shared the viral video on his page.

Reacting to the development, many netizens, including celebrities and colleagues, have taken to the comment section to express their joy over the reunion.

Comedian Igodye wrote: “There’s nothing we can use to compare peace and the price of keeping it.”

A few other reactions are as follows:

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@iamnasboi: “Thank you, masters! For letting love lead.”

@mizvick: “What God cannot do does not exist.”

@olainglis: “I was having a stressful day at work until I saw this. Love the reconciliation. It’s amazing. I can’t stop laughing. Thanks for the smile you put on people’s faces.”

@official_anthony_jay: “Those wey dey carry other people’s issues for head, how far? Una go get sense now or make we wait till next year?”

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Sad! Ghanaian Tik Toker Amanda dies at 24

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Ghanaian TikTok sensation Amanda Mantey, popularly known as Mandy Cross, has passed away at the age of 24. Her untimely death occurred on Sunday, September 15, 2024, shortly after she visited the hospital under mysterious circumstances.

The news of Mandy’s passing has sent shockwaves through the social media community, with friends and colleagues taking to TikTok to express their grief. Many are struggling to comprehend the loss of the vibrant young creator, who touched the lives of countless followers.

Final funeral arrangements for Mandy Cross have been scheduled for Tuesday, September 24, 2024, in her hometown of Asawinso, located in the Western Region of Ghana.

As tributes pour in, commenters are expressing their sorrow, with one stating, “Ohh 😮 May her soul rest in perfect peace,” and another lamenting, “No no no no no, why why why God? R.I.P.” The outpouring of condolences highlights the profound impact Mandy had on her community and the depth of loss felt by those who knew her.

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Mohbad: Father wanted fast burial after obtaining Davido N2m- PA

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Adeyemo Boluwatife, the Personal Assistant to the late Mohbad has stated that the late Singer’s Father, Joseph Aloba demanded for immediate burial of his son after receiving N2 million from Davido. Adeyemo said this while testifying at the Coroner’s Inquest in Ikorodu on Wednesday.

The Coroner’s Inquest which began on September 29, 2023, was set up by the Lagos State Government to unravel the cause of Mohbad’s death.

Mohbad died on September 12 2023, under questionable circumstances, and was hurriedly buried the following day.

Following the calls for justice across the nation, his body was exhumed on September 21, 2023, for an autopsy by the Lagos State University Teaching Hospital, LASUTH.

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However, during the court sitting on Wednesday, Adeyemo, who is also Mohbad’s nephew, told the Ikorodu Magistrate Court that Mohbad’s father insisted on burying him immediately, after receiving N2 million from Davido.

Adeyemo also claimed that he transferred N1 million to Mr Aloba, and later gave the remaining amount to Adura, Mohbad’s younger brother, after settling the hospital bills and ambulance rental fees. He further revealed that, Investigators took custody of the deceased’s phone after his death.

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