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Police Storm Mushin Hotel, Nab Armed Robbers After Ogun Robbery Getaway
Crack operatives of the Lagos State Police Command have arrested two suspected armed robbers following a raid on a hotel allegedly used as a hideout for criminal activities in Mushin, Lagos.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
According to Nivo News, the operation was carried out after detectives sighted four suspected robbers around Empire Junction, Jibowu, at about 10 a.m. on Friday. Upon being approached, three of the suspects fled, but one of them, identified as 21-year-old Toheeb Adeboye, was apprehended.
A search conducted on Adeboye led to the recovery of a locally fabricated cut-to-size single-barrel gun, an English Barreter pistol loaded with two 9mm live rounds, and a locally made pistol containing ten cartridges, all concealed inside a bag.
During interrogation, the suspect reportedly confessed that his gang had just concluded a robbery operation in Ago-Iwoye, Ogun State, and were on their way to their usual base—New Supreme Hotel, located in Akala, Mushin.
Acting swiftly on the confession, police operatives stormed the hotel, recovering incriminating exhibits including a laptop, charms, substances suspected to be Indian hemp, and hard drugs. Another suspect, 33-year-old Ajayi Adeniyi, was arrested during the raid with a locally made pistol in his possession. The hotel premises have since been sealed off as investigations continue.
Police spokesperson, Superintendent Abimbola Adebisi, confirmed that both suspects and the recovered items have been transferred to the command headquarters for further investigation. Efforts are ongoing to apprehend the remaining fleeing gang members.
Commending the professionalism of the operatives, the Lagos State Commissioner of Police, Olohundare Moshood Jimoh, urged hoteliers to maintain proper guest records and exercise due diligence to prevent criminals from using their facilities as hideouts.
He further assured residents of the command’s commitment to protecting lives and property, while encouraging the public to remain vigilant and report suspicious activities to security authorities promptly.
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PATERNITY BOMBSHELL: Juma Jux Finally Breaks Silence On Explosive Child Claims!.
Tanzanian musician Juma Jux has firmly refuted rumors alleging he fathered a seven-year-old child, dismissing the claims as entirely baseless.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
After the speculation spread across digital platforms, Jux addressed the issue via a public statement. He initially opted to stay silent, viewing the rumors as lacking credibility, but ultimately chose to speak out to protect his hard-earned reputation, family, businesses, and public image. The singer noted that this is not the first instance of such claims being directed at him.
Recalling a previous occurrence of the rumor, Jux stated that he reached out directly to the woman involved to get to the bottom of the situation. According to Jux, she admitted they had never met in person and that no romantic ties existed between them, while also urging him to ignore the gossip at the time.
Jux is married to Nigerian media personality Priscilla Ojo, with whom he welcomed a son, Rakeem, in August 2025.
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THE THRONE AWAITS: Moses Itauma And Filip Hrgović Face Off In High-Stakes Showdown For The Vacant IBF Heavyweight Crown!.
British-Nigerian heavyweight rising star Moses Itauma is set to square off against Filip Hrgović tonight, August 29, at 10:30 pm at London’s O2 Arena for the vacant IBF heavyweight championship.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
Heading into the matchup with a flawless 14-0 professional record featuring 12 knockouts, the 21-year-old is coming off a stellar first-round knockout victory over former world title challenger Dillian Whyte. Born in Slovakia to a Nigerian father and a Slovak mother, Itauma relocated to Kent during his childhood and has since enjoyed a swift ascent through the heavyweight division. Should he defeat Hrgović, Itauma will make history as the second-youngest heavyweight world champion ever—trailing only Mike Tyson, who won his first title at age 20—while also securing his status as boxing’s youngest active world champion.
The pre-fight atmosphere has grown hostile, fueled by Hrgović repeatedly labeling Itauma a “kid” and casting doubt on the young contender’s depth of experience.
“I tell myself there’s nothing that this Hrgović guy can do to get in my head, but he’s starting to wind me up,” Itauma confessed, specifically noting that Hrgović’s remarks about him waking up to “hug trees” had deeply irritated him. “In my mind, if somebody’s trying to get one up on you, or trying to get in your head, it’s because they’re not confident in themselves.”
Further adding fuel to the fire, Hrgović omitted Itauma from his personal top-five heavyweight rankings, slotting Oleksandr Usyk at number one, followed by Daniel Dubois, Agit Kabayel, himself, and Tyson Fury.
“Usyk has to be considered the leader; that’s not even up for debate, and behind him are Dubois, Kabayel, me, and Fury. But I should say that I’m capable of beating any of them,” remarked Hrgović, a 2016 Rio Olympics bronze medalist.
With a record of 20 wins, one loss, and 15 knockouts, the 34-year-old Croatian believes his vast experience will tip the scales in his favor.
“I know the boxing world writes me off in this fight, like he’s the new Mike Tyson, a young kid, a young destroyer, but I believe in myself, and this is the biggest fight of my life, and it’s at the right moment,” Hrgović stated. “They hype him a lot. He definitely got talent and big qualities, and he’s a big puncher and quick heavyweight, but definitely it’s much more, in my opinion, than he deserves.”
The stakes for the bout escalated significantly after Oleksandr Usyk relinquished the IBF belt and Frank Sanchez agreed to step aside, paving the way for Itauma to challenge for a world title much sooner than anticipated. Even so, Itauma maintains that the addition of the championship belt hasn’t altered his core drive, keeping his primary focus locked on overcoming Hrgović.
“I want to beat him as much as I did before the belt was on the line. Of course, it will be an honour. I’d love to be a world champion, but it’s about Filip Hrgović himself,” Itauma concluded.
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THE WAR OF WORDS: Francis Duru Unleashes Savage Accusations Against Yoruba Writers Handling Igbo Narratives!.
Veteran Nollywood actor Francis Duru has expressed deep concern over the Igbo community’s failure to maintain dominance in the Nigerian film industry, despite playing a foundational role in its explosive growth during the 1990s and early 2000s home video boom.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
Speaking on the YouTube show Gbam by Yan Content Factory on Friday, Duru credited the Yoruba film sector’s current prominence to superior organization, collective support, and a strong sense of cultural preservation. While acknowledging the historical 1950s contributions of Yoruba pioneers like Herbert Ogunde, Duru maintained that the modern Nollywood commercial era was built by Igbo entrepreneurs.
However, he argued that an overly individualistic mindset among Igbos has caused them to lose their footing, allowing other groups to capture the market space and even produce distorted representations of Igbo culture.
“The Yorubas epitomise the saying, ‘Charity begins at home.’ We need to learn from them. If you don’t protect and project your own, who will do it?” Duru stated.
Contrasting the digital landscape of streaming platforms with the current industry dynamics, he noted that original Igbo-heritage content is scarce on services like Netflix, whereas Yoruba filmmakers have strategically capitalized on new market spaces. He attributed this shift to the collaborative business model adopted by Yoruba investors who pooled resources to back their creatives, contrasting it with the insular tendencies of early Igbo traders who pioneered the industry without building lasting institutional support.
Duru urged his community to avoid misplaced resentment toward the success of others and instead focus on self-reflection and structural investment. He highlighted a troubling trend where talented Igbo writers are migrating to work on Yoruba projects, and where non-Igbo filmmakers are attempting to tell Igbo epic stories—such as Ahamefuna—often resulting in inaccurate cultural portrayals.
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