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Drug Smuggler Hospitalized After Ingesting 81 Cocaine Pellets During International Journey

A 59-year-old Nigerian businessman narrowly escaped potential fatal consequences after attempting to smuggle 81 cocaine pellets by ingesting them during an international travel route involving Ethiopia and Lebanon. Chijioke Igbokwe was arrested by the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) at the Murtala Muhammed International Airport in Lagos after a complex international journey. According to NDLEA spokesman Femi Babafemi, Igbokwe departed Lagos on January 22nd, ingested the cocaine pellets in Addis Ababa on January 23rd, and attempted to travel to Beirut, Lebanon, for a $3,000 delivery fee. Lebanon denied him entry due to insufficient funds, resulting in his deportation back to Addis Ababa. Unable to excrete the pellets, he returned to Lagos, where NDLEA officers intercepted him. Medical interventions became critical as the smuggling attempt posed significant health risks. After five days of observation, only 24 pellets were naturally expelled. […]

Peter Atitebi February 3, 2025

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Entertainment

Taiwanese Star Barbie Hsu Passes Away at 48 Following Sudden Illness

Taiwanese actor and entertainer Barbie Hsu, widely known as "Big S" and famous across East Asia, has died at age 48 from influenza-induced pneumonia while on a family holiday in Japan, as announced by her sister Dee Hsu. Dee, popularly known as "Little S," shared an emotional statement expressing her grief. "My dearest and most kindhearted sister Barbie Hsu died of influenza-induced pneumonia and unfortunately left us," she wrote. She also expressed gratitude for their shared life and the time they spent together. Hsu rose to prominence initially as part of the pop group S.O.S., but her breakthrough came with the 2001 romantic television drama "Meteor Garden," which solidified her popularity across East Asian entertainment markets. The news of her unexpected death quickly became the most searched topic on China's Weibo microblogging platform. Her personal life included a complex marital […]

Peter Atitebi February 3, 2025

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Finance

First Bank Challenges Court Ruling in GHL Dispute

First Bank of Nigeria (FBN) and General Hydrocarbons Limited (GHL) are embroiled in a complex legal dispute over a Mareva order, with both parties presenting conflicting narratives about court proceedings and compliance. In a recent statement, First Bank acknowledged media reports about banks complying with Justice Deinde Dipeolu's ruling that lifted the Mareva order against GHL, its directors, and shareholders. The bank contends that such compliance is premature and necessary steps have not been completed. First Bank has appealed against the discharge of the Mareva Order and has applied for an injunction or suspension of the discharge order pending appeal resolution. The bank advised other financial institutions to maintain the status quo during this legal process. GHL, conversely, accuses First Bank of attempting to abuse the court process. The oil firm claims that First Bank has falsely informed the public […]

Peter Atitebi February 3, 2025

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Conflict

Israel Implements Historic Ban on UN Palestinian Aid Agency

Israel has implemented a ban on the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestinian Refugees (UNRWA) that affects operations in Gaza, the West Bank, and East Jerusalem. The ban comes amid ongoing tensions and humanitarian challenges in the region. UNRWA, established in 1949, currently serves 5.9 million Palestinian refugees and their descendants across multiple territories, providing humanitarian aid, education, and health services. The organization employs over 17,000 staff members, primarily Palestinian refugees, alongside international personnel. The Israeli government's decision stems from claims that Hamas members have infiltrated UNRWA and that the organization's facilities have been misused. Israeli forces report finding Hamas-built tunnels under UNRWA schools and weapons in their facilities. Israel also alleges that some UNRWA staff members were involved in the October 7, 2023, attack. UNRWA Director-General Philippe Lazzarini contests these claims, stating that the organization maintains neutrality […]

Peter Atitebi January 31, 2025

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Politics

Justice Department Undergoes Major Civil Rights Policy Shifts Under Trump

The Justice Department's Civil Rights Division is undergoing significant policy changes as Donald Trump begins his second presidential term. These changes reflect broader shifts in the administration's approach to civil rights enforcement and cultural issues. The transition is marked by immediate action, with the department issuing a memo freezing civil rights cases and withdrawing from multiple Biden-era cases. Personnel changes include reassigning top appellate section officials to a new task force focused on sanctuary cities immigration enforcement. Trump has nominated Harmeet Dhillon, 56, to lead the Civil Rights Division. A California lawyer, Dhillon has previously challenged the 2020 election results and opposed state laws protecting gender-affirming surgery providers. While some former officials express concerns about her focus on "cultural grievance issues," others praise the administration's decisive approach to implementing campaign promises. Key policy changes include: The elimination of Diversity, Equity, […]

Peter Atitebi January 31, 2025

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Finance

Fed Faces First Interest Rate Decision Under New Trump Administration

The Federal Reserve is expected to maintain current interest rates at its first policy meeting since Donald Trump's return to office. The decision, due Wednesday at 2 p.m. ET, comes amid recent statements from President Trump advocating for lower rates. Speaking at the World Economic Forum in Davos via video call, Trump expressed his intention to push for immediate rate reductions, both domestically and internationally. His comments continue a pattern of publicly discussing monetary policy, breaking from the traditional presidential practice of maintaining distance from Fed decisions. The economic landscape has shifted significantly since Trump's previous term ended in 2021. Current indicators show inflation at 2.9% as of December, above the Fed's 2% target but considerably lower than during the post-pandemic period. The job market remains resilient, with unemployment at 4.1% in December, while consumer spending continues to show strength. […]

Peter Atitebi January 29, 2025

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Technology

OpenAI Claims Knowledge Distillation by International Competitors

OpenAI, the company behind ChatGPT, has raised concerns about competitors, including Chinese firms, potentially using its technology to accelerate their AI development through knowledge distillation. The issue gained prominence following the emergence of DeepSeek, a Chinese AI application demonstrating capabilities similar to ChatGPT, reportedly at lower operational costs. Microsoft, a major OpenAI investor, is investigating potential unauthorized use of OpenAI's data. White House AI advisor David Sacks addressed the situation on Fox News, suggesting DeepSeek may have employed knowledge distillation from OpenAI's models. OpenAI released a statement acknowledging that various companies are attempting to distill their models, emphasizing the need for collaboration with the U.S. government to protect advanced AI systems. The development has prompted security concerns, with the U.S. Navy prohibiting its personnel from using DeepSeek's applications. Data security experts have highlighted risks associated with the application's data collection […]

Peter Atitebi January 29, 2025

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Conflict

Australia Confirms Captured Citizen Alive in Russian Custody

Australian officials have received confirmation from Moscow that Oscar Jenkins, a 32-year-old teacher who was fighting for Ukraine, remains alive in Russian custody. This news comes after previous reports suggested he had died while being held captive. Foreign Minister Penny Wong issued a statement Wednesday, confirming Jenkins' status, though expressing continued concern for his welfare as a prisoner of war. The Australian government has called for his release and emphasized Russia's obligations under international humanitarian law regarding prisoner treatment. Prior to this confirmation, Prime Minister Anthony Albanese had been urgently seeking information about Jenkins' status. Ukraine's ambassador to Australia welcomed the news but requested video evidence of Jenkins' well-being from Russian authorities. Jenkins, believed to be the first Australian held as a prisoner of war in the Ukraine conflict, was last seen in a December video showing him bound and […]

Peter Atitebi January 29, 2025

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Passengers Escape Burning Aircraft After Emergency Landing

Max Air flight VM1605 experienced a tire burst upon landing at Mallam Aminu Kano International Airport (MAKIA) on Tuesday night at 22:57 local time. The aircraft, with registration number 5N-MBD, was carrying 53 passengers and six crew members when the incident occurred. The flight, which had departed from Murtala Muhammed Airport in Lagos, reportedly lost its nose landing gear tire during touchdown. According to a passenger journalist, the tire burst resulted in flames and smoke filling the cabin, necessitating an emergency evacuation. Emergency response teams quickly arrived at the scene, with firefighters deploying water to control the flames. All passengers and crew members were safely evacuated through emergency exits, with no injuries reported. Max Air's Station manager, Malam Bello Ramadan, issued an apology for the inconvenience while confirming passenger safety. He detailed that the airline followed standard safety protocols, including […]

Peter Atitebi January 29, 2025

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Driver Trapped After Truck Falls Into Large Sinkhole in Japanese City

On Tuesday morning, a sinkhole measuring 32 feet wide and 16 feet deep emerged at a busy intersection in Yashio, Japan, engulfing a truck and its driver. The incident occurred around 10 a.m. local time at a commercial area less than a mile from Yashio City Hall. Saitama Prefecture Governor Motohiro Ono attributed the collapse to a suspected crack in the Nakagawa River Basin sewer pipe. Emergency services responded with at least 12 fire trucks at the scene, while rescue teams pumped oxygen into the cavity to assist the trapped driver. The driver remained conscious and communicated with police initially, but contact was later lost. Rescue efforts were complicated by sand and mud filling the driver's compartment, with the operation extending beyond eight hours according to Nippon TV. The incident prompted social media discussions about infrastructure safety. One user named […]

Peter Atitebi January 28, 2025

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