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Kenyan authorities have arrested a fake lawyer, Brian Mwenda, who has won 26 cases while parading himself as an Advocate of the High Court of Kenya.  According to reports, the lawyer handled 26 cases before High Court Judges, Magistrates, and Court of Appeal Judges before his arrest, all of which he won.  He was arrested by the Law Society of Kenya (LSK) Nairobi Branch Rapid Action Team (RAT) for false pretences, when they received public complaints.  Nairobi Branch disclosed on their X account that he is not an advocate and does not have a license to practice law in Kenya.  “It has been brought to the attention of the LSK Nairobi Branch through the Rapid Action Team (RAT), that the man has been presenting and conducting himself as an Advocate of the High Court of Kenya and a member of LSK Nairobi Branch,” read the notice in part.  

The Borno State Police Command has taken into custody individuals believed to be involved in the theft of train coaches owned by the Nigerian Railway Corporation at the Maiduguri Railway Terminus. The police made the arrest following a tip-off from good samaritans. The police say the suspects will be arraigned in court soon.

A Young Nanny caught while trying to svffocate baby by inserting her toes in her mouth... she also confessed to putting her tongue in the poor defenseless baby’s mouth The Nanny made a video recording of the incident which she later deleted but forgot to clear out her recently deleted folder. View this post on Instagram A post shared by gistoftheday.com (@gistoftheday)

A tragic incident occurred when an Israeli shell landed among a group of international journalists covering clashes on the Lebanon border, resulting in the death of a Reuters journalist. This unfortunate event underscores the dangers that journalists often face while reporting from conflict zones. It serves as a grim reminder of the risks involved in bringing crucial news and information to the world, and the need for enhanced safety measures for journalists working in such hazardous environments. An Israeli shell landed among a group of international journalists covering clashes on the border in south Lebanon, killing a Reuters' videographer and leaving six other journalists injured. An Associated Press photographer at the scene saw the body of Reuters videographer Issam Abdallah and some of the six who were wounded being rushed to hospitals in ambulances. Images from the scene showed a charred car. "We are deeply saddened to tell you that our videographer, Issam Abdallah, ha...

In Gaza, there is a notable determination among civilians to remain in their homes, even in the face of a 24-hour evacuation notice issued by Israel ahead of an anticipated all-out assault. Despite the urgency of the situation, many residents have expressed a resolute commitment to staying put, as they would rather face the risks than leave their homes. While some heeded the call to leave, by Friday afternoon there was little sign of a mass exodus, despite the UN warning the area is 'fast becoming a hellhole'. 'Death is better than leaving,' said Mohammad, 20, standing in the street outside a building reduced to rubble in an Israeli air strike two days ago near the centre of Gaza. 'I was born here, and I will die here, leaving is a stigma.' With power supplies cut and food and water in the Palestinian enclave running short after a week of retaliatory air strikes and a full Israeli blockade, the U.N. said Gaza's civilians were in an impossible situation. ...

An unidentified Nigerian lady has caused a stir online with a confession she made. The lady. who was financially supported through her education by her boyfriend, says she is now hesitant to marry him while stating that she no longer finds him attractive. Numerous internet users have criticized the young lady as they have shared their opinions on this relationship issue. A social media influencer, @Wizarab10 who posted the lady’s anonymous message captioned it, “May you not experience misfortune.” In a post via the micro-blogging platform, X, the lady revealed that her boyfriend is threatening to disclose her private photos if she rejects his proposal. “Sir dickson well don..My boyfriend trained me through my university and I’m in my final year but I don’t find him attractive anymore because he irritates me now.he has been threatening to release my nudes video if I don’t get married to him.What should I do?” she quizzed.

This past Friday, Hamas disregarded an Israeli command to evacuate around 1.1 million residents from northern Gaza as a precautionary measure in anticipation of a possible ground invasion into this densely populated Palestinian territory. “Our Palestinian people reject the threat of the occupation (Israeli) leaders and its call for them to leave their homes and flee from them to the south or Egypt,” the Islamist militant group said in a statement. “We are steadfast on our land and in our homes and our cities. There will be no displacement,” it said. The United Nations said an order by Israel to flee within 24 hours risked a “calamitous situation”. Israeli strikes on the coastal enclave have killed more than 1,530 people since Saturday, in retaliation for Hamas militants killing around 1,200 people in attacks in Israel. Egypt’s Rafah crossing is the only route out of Gaza not controlled by Israel and has been bombed on several occasions this week. President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi said Egy...

American actress and talk show host, Jada Pinkett Smith, has candidly admitted that she believed Tupac Shakur, the late rapper, was her soulmate, despite her long-standing marriage to actor Will Smith, which has lasted for 19 years. The mother of two, however, said she and 2Pac weren’t meant to be a couple, stressing that there was no romantic “chemistry” between them. She spoke in a recent interview with media personality, Christal Jordan. Pinkett said, “Tupac was my soulmate… If there’s such a thing as past life, I definitely think Pac and I have travelled a few together. “It just was impossible for us to take it beyond the friendship level. There was no chemistry between us. What we had was friendship love chemistry, trust me. “I wish I can get people to understand the repelling nature. It was almost like God made us that way like, ‘Y’all gonna be a dynamic duo. Y’all not going to be able to get together.’ Because that wasn’t the purpose.” Recall that Pinkett recently disclosed in a...

Senator Bello Maitama Yusuf, a former Nigerian minister, has died aged 76. Yusuf, a former Senator from 1999-2007, died in the early hours of Friday at his residence in Kano after a brief illness. A family member, Alhaji Hussani Dalhatu, confirmed his death to newsmen. He said the late Sardauna of Dutse’s funeral prayer would take place after Jumu’at prayer at the Emir of Kano’s palace. Yusuf was born in Gwaram, Jigawa State, in 1947. He was Minister of Interior in 1981 and Minister of Commerce in 1982.

Burna Boy, the acclaimed Nigerian singer and Grammy winner, has made the assertion that women often hold views that diverge from reality in many instances. He made the assertion while speaking on the inspiration behind his hit song ‘City Boys’ in a recent interview with Kiss FM London, United Kingdom. He said being a ‘City Boy’ means putting yourself first in relationship with the female folk. Burna Boy said, “City Boy is every guy that puts himself first. I mean about relationships between us and females. It’s not about putting yourself first in the grand scheme of things. “Me being a City Boy, right? If I say you know what? I’m going take everyone here shopping right now. We all go and you all get what you want. Why did I do that? I did that simply because it was some fly sh*t to do. And I feel fly about it. You get me? That’s City Boy’s feeling. It wasn’t about you. It was really about me doing some fly sh*t. “Women think the opposite of what things really are most of the time. If i...

Abdullahi Umar Ganduje, who holds the position of National Chairman within the All Progressives Congress (APC), has expressed his appreciation for Senator Ifeanyi Ubah's decision to join the ruling party. Ganduje described Ubah as the biggest fish he caught since he assumed the position as Chairman of the party. Ganduje said this during the official presentation of the senator representing Anambra South by the Senate President, Godswill Akpabio, at the party’s National Secretariat in Abuja. Addressing newsmen at the party secretariat, the APC Chairman described Ubah as a man who has enormous political clout in Anambra politics. He said, “This is the biggest fish we caught since I became the chairman. Let’s see what is happening in the South-East. With five states, three are controlled by different political parties. We have the PDP, Labour Party and APGA. “The remaining two are the APC states. Now, where is the sense of unity in a geopolitical zone with five states controlled by fo...

Hope Nwala, a resident of Okehi in the Etche Local Government Area of Rivers State, has been apprehended by local authorities. The arrest comes in response to allegations that she poured hot cooking oil on her husband, Ekelediri Nwankwo, while he was asleep, following a heated disagreement.   She was apprehended by operatives of the Rivers State Police Command.   The suspect, who hails from the Obite community in Ogba/Egbema/Ndoni LGA, had fled Okehi after committing the the crime on October 11, 2023.    The spokesperson for the state Police Command, SP Grace Iringe-Koko, confirmed the development on Thursday, saying the woman was arrested by operatives who had been on her trail.    “The wife has been arrested and is in Police custody. She was arrested this morning (Thursday) and brought to the command. She will be interrogated after which necessary action will follow. So for now, the investigation is ongoing,” the PPR added.    Narrating his orde...

Ifeanyi Ubah, the elected Senator representing the Anambra South constituency in the National Assembly, recently spoke about the motivations that led to his decision to leave the Young Progressive Party (YPP) and join the All Progressives Congress (APC). In a public statement, Senator Ubah elaborated on the factors influencing his switch of political allegiance. Ifeanyi Ubah Ubah said he joined the APC due to the exemplary leadership shown by President Bola Tinubu since he became the country’s leader. He said President Tinubu is a politician who understands pains and how to console people, adding that he has the capacity to lead the country on the path of progress and development. The Anambra politician, however, stated that it has always been difficult for the Igbo people to cue into the national party because of their sentiments and emotions He said, “I want to be sincere. It has always been difficult for the Igbo people to cue into the national party because of our sentiments and em...

Popular British singer/songwriter, Ed Sheeran has spoken about his experience with Nigerian Afrobeats star, Burna Boy during a studio session. Burna Boy and Ed Sheeran According to him, he was working from 10 to 5 that day with the African giant, so they were cooped up in the studio with the doors closed and it was just a lot of smoke. Ed Sheeran recalled that he had a gig later that day but he was so high as soon as he got on the stage. He narrated this in an interview he had, explaining that Burna Boy is an artist he works a lot with. Talking about Burna Boy he said; “That’s the most I’ve ever seen anyone ingest weed” Watch Video Below; Ed Sheeran speaking on how much weed Burna Boy smokes, they had a studio session and Ed got really stoned. 😂 “there’s an artist that I work quite a lot with called Burna Boy and I’d said he’s… that’s the most I have ever seen anyone ingest weed...” pic.twitter.com/G2fy38qfW7 — benny. (@benny7gg) October 12, 2023

In an online video that has gone viral, a striking scene featuring a beautiful African woman and her elderly Caucasian partner has stirred a range of responses from internet users. The footage, widely shared across various platforms, has become a focal point for discussions as viewers express diverse reactions to the unconventional pairing. The video showcases the couple engaging in various activities, prompting a mix of opinions and comments from online communities. The video which has gone viral shows the couple clad in White African attire. Many say the man looks too old for the lady while others admired them. Watch The Video Below View this post on Instagram A post shared by gistoftheday.com (@gistoftheday)

 Savannah Daisley has been accused of sleeping with a 14-year-old boy.   The wellness guru and heiress allegedly had s3x with the teenager before telling him “keep quiet”.   The alleged s3x act took place in late May 2021   Savannah Daisley pleaded not guilty to two counts of aggravated s3xual intercourse with a child under 16.    Police claim Ms Daisley, who is the daughter of champion horse breeder Ross Daisley, gave the teenager alcohol before allegedly having s3x with him, Downing Centre District Court in Sydney, Australia, previously heard.   It is then claimed she spoke to the boy on the phone and told him to stay quiet about the incident.    Ms Daisley was previously bailed after paying $100,000 for surety.   The 46-year-old is now living with her parents in the Southern Highlands, one of the conditions of her release. She is also forbidden from contacting any prosecution witnesses and from taking drugs, unless prescribed by a doc...

In the western state of Colorado, the jury has reached a verdict in the case involving Aurora police officer Randy Roedema, finding him guilty of criminal negligent homicide in connection with the death of Elijah McClain. The death of the unarmed young Black man four years ago received widespread publicity which led to large-scale protests and reforms in Aurora's police department. The jury found Randy Roedema guilty of criminally negligent homicide and third-degree assault, A second officer, Jason Rosenblatt, was acquitted of all charges against him, including reckless manslaughter and assault. The jury reached a verdict after deliberating for 16 hours over three days. The 23-year-old died after first responders got a call about a suspicious person walking down the street. They found McClain on Aug. 24, 2019, wearing a mask and carrying groceries when they arrived at Colfax Avenue and Billings Street. Jason Rosenblatt, Randy Roedema, and another officer all were indicted by a gran...

In a candid revelation, Callitxe Nzamwita shares insights into his unique life choice of remaining a virgin for 55 years and the motivations behind his decision to keep a distance from romantic relationships with women.   According to reports, the man who remained a virgin till the age of 71 has managed to barricade himself inside his home for 55 years to avoid women.   Nzamwita erected a 15-foot fence around his home in Rwanda to keep women and members of public away from him.   The 71-year-old admitted he was "really scared" of women coming up to his home, hence the isolation. Despite his fear, it is local women who are keeping the man alive and helping him survive. They get his groceries for him but he does not let the women anywhere close to him.   He said: "The reason I locked myself inside here and have a fence on my house is because I want to make sure that women will not come closer to me." An unnamed local added: "Strangely, even though he fears women,...

In a candid revelation, Jada Pinkett Smith opens up about the aftermath of the Oscars slap incident involving her estranged husband, Will Smith. According to her, she felt unfairly blamed for the altercation, attributing it to a narrative that portrayed her as an 'adulteress.' Jada Pinkett Smith has reacted to being bashed by the public over her estranged husband Will Smith slapping Chris Rock at the 2022 Academy Awards ceremony. In an interview with People shared Thursday, Jada vented that 'It was ridiculous in how far it went.' The 52-year-old actress-turned-talk show host, who admitted this week that she had been separated from her husband Will for seven years, said that her previous admission in 2020 to having a 'relationship' with singer August Alsina led people to falsely accuse her of cheating. According to her, the alleged misconception made her an easy target for blame over the shocking on-stage slap, which was caused by a joke Chris made about her hair...

In a shocking turn of events, a woman has been taken into custody after her son allegedly buried his 11-year-old stepbrother alive. The incident, which has sent shockwaves through the community, led to swift action by law enforcement.   The incident happened in Kogi state.   Police spokesman in Kogi, SP Williams Ovye-Aya said in Lokoja that the woman was arrested on Thursday, Oct. 12, as soon as she returned from the church   Passers-by rescued the 11-year-old on Wednesday , Oct. 11, after he had been buried by his stepbrother in a bush at Silo community in Zango Daji, Adavi Local Government Area of Kogi. The 11-year-old boy was alleged to have stolen N1,000 belonging to his stepmother who instructed her son to punish the suspect before heading to church.   To punish the 11-year-old, the 17-year-old took his stepbrother into the bush where he buried him alive.   Police immediately arrested the 17-year-old. They later arrested his mother.   Ovye-Aya said in ...

Acquiring a zero-turn mower can revolutionize your lawn maintenance, especially for larger yards. However, the costs associated with these high-performance machines may pose a challenge, particularly when dealing with bad credit. But fear not! Despite such obstacles, there exist financing solutions tailored for individuals with less-than-ideal credit scores. This all-encompassing guide aims to guide you through the available options, set expectations, and provide insights on navigating the financing process.   1. Zero-Turn Mower Financing 101   1.1 What is Zero-Turn Mower Financing?   Zero-turn mower financing is essentially a credit agreement that allows you to purchase a zero-turn mower and pay for it over time, typically in monthly installments. It might involve a personal loan, a line of credit, or even a lease agreement depending on the lender.   1.2 How Does Zero-Turn Mower Financing Work? When you apply for zero-turn mower financing, lenders will scrutinize yo...

On Thursday, October 12, the office of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu shared disturbing photographs of infants who were victims of execution by Hamas terrorists during the shocking October 7 attack on Israeli territory. According to the Israeli PM, the pictures were shown to US Secretary of State, Antony Blinken, who is in Israel to show America’s support to the Jewish state. “Here are some of the photos Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu showed to US Secretary of State Antony Blinken. Warning: These are horrifying photos of babies murdered and burned by the Hamas monsters. Hamas is inhuman. Hamas is ISIS,” the Israeli PM’s office wrote on X. Israeli Defence Forces (IDF) had on Monday, claimed that 40 babies were killed by Hamas savages during the invasion last week. The IDF also claimed that some of the babies were beheaded.  Israel has termed the Hamas attack an act of evil and human animals. The country has declared war against Hamas and vowed to wipe out every Hamas m...