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Traders count losses as fire destroys popular Rivers market

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The popular Rumuomasi Morning Market in Obio-Akpor Local Government Area in Rivers State has been destroyed by fire that occurred on Tuesday night.

Some victims of the incident said the fire, which consumed goods and properties worth millions of naira started at about 7:30pm following a spark immediately power was restored in the area.

Federal and Rivers State fire Fighters and others from oil firms were said to have put out the fire after surmounting some challenges.

The police in the state also deployed officials to guard the stores and stop miscreants from looting traders’ goods.

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A victim, Mr Anthony Chikere, said he was at home when he received many telephone calls informing him about the incident.

Chikere, a wholesaler of lace materials said he lost goods of over N100 million to the fire and appealed to the state government to assist the victims.

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Abducted Ugandan Man Discovered with Padlocks Inserted in Both Ears

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A Ugandan man has reportedly been rescued after being kidnapped, with his abductors cruelly locking padlocks through both of his ears.

The disturbing incident came to light through a viral video shared on TikTok, showing the victim lying on a hospital bed, receiving treatment and hooked to an IV drip.

The shocking footage has sparked widespread outrage and sympathy across social media, with many calling for justice and thorough investigations into the inhumane act.

According to the video’s caption, the man was reportedly abducted and later found with padlocks inserted through his ears—a disturbing and inhumane act that has stunned many viewers.

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The clip has since gone viral, sparking a wave of reactions online as social media users voiced shock, outrage, and sympathy over the brutal treatment he endured.

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Man Freed After 26 Years in Prison for Buying Stolen Generator Reunites With Mother

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Nigerian man reunites with his mother 26 years after he was jailed for buying a stolen generator

It’s worth recalling that the man, identified as Ogbonna Igbojionu, was recently released from prison after being incarcerated in 1999 for purchasing a stolen generator.

He was just 22 years old when he was imprisoned.

In a recent video, an emotional moment was captured as he reunited with his ailing mother, who hadn’t seen him in years.

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Now seemingly bedridden, the mother was filled with joy as she laid eyes on her son—this time, no longer behind bars

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Lagos Police to Arraign Wasiu Akinwande, Alleged Notor!ous Hired K!ller in Court

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The Lagos State Police Command has announced the upcoming arraignment of Wasiu Akinwande, known as Olori Eso, at the Ebute-Meta Magistrate Court on July 9, 2025.

Akinwande, 44, is accused of being a notorious hired killer and one of Lagos’ most wanted individuals. His arrest marks a significant breakthrough in combating violent crime and other criminal activities in the state.

Following a successful operation, Akinwande was apprehended in his Agbado, Ogun State hideout. He allegedly orchestrated various crimes, including armed robberies, murders, kidnappings, and cult-related killings, spreading fear and disrupting law and order.

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