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June 3, 2020 “Twilight” Actor Tyree Boyce And Nigerian Girlfriend Natalie Adepoju Died Of Drug Overdose

“Twilight” Actor Tyree Boyce And Nigerian Girlfriend Natalie Adepoju Died Of Drug Overdose

“Twilight” actor Gregory Tyree Boyce and his Nigerian girlfriend Natalie Adepoju died as a result of cocaine and fentanyl intoxication.

Boyce, 30, and Adepoju, 27, were found dead next inside the bedroom of their Las Vegas apartment by their roommate, Louis Ledbetter, on May 13. Officers that reported finding the couple lying naked next to a white powdery substance.

According to Clark County Coroner John Fudenberg on Monday, the couple died from the effects of cocaine and fentanyl intoxication, and their deaths were accidental.

Boyce is best remembered for his role in “Twilight” in which he played the character Tyler Crowley, a classmate of Bella Swan (Kristen Stewart) who nearly hits Swan with his van, only for her to be saved by vampire Edward Cullen (Robert Pattinson).

He also appeared in the film short “Apocalypse” in 2018.

When he turned 30 in December 2019, in a post on his Instagram page, Tyree Boyce reflected on life and said that he once thought he would never reach the age of 30:

“At one point I didn’t think I would make it to see 30 years old. Over the years like everyone else I have made mistakes along the way, but today is one of those days I only reflect on the great ones. What a time to be alive. Happy Dirty 30 self! Let’s make the rest of these years your best!”

He is survived by his mother and his 10-year-old daughter, Alaya.

June 2, 2020 Nigerian reggae legend Majek Fashek dies at 57

Nigerian reggae legend Majek Fashek dies at 57

Nigerian reggae musician Majek Fashek has died at the age of 57.

The performer, popular for hits such as Send Down the Rain and So Long for Too Long, died in his sleep in New York, his manager Omenka Uzoma told the BBC.

Writing on Instagram, Mr Uzoma said it was “a time for us all to celebrate his achievements, and not mourn”.

The musician, whose real name was Majekodunmi Fasheke, also worked with stars like Jimmy Cliff, Tracy Chapman and Snoop Dogg.

“He’s done a lot for Nigeria and Africa,” his manager said.

Majek Fashek has been ill for some time but the cause of his death is not clear.

June 2, 2020 Floyd Mayweather Offers To Pay For George Floyd’s Funeral Expenses In Three Different Cities

Floyd Mayweather Offers To Pay For George Floyd’s Funeral Expenses In Three Different Cities

We’ve learned boxing legend has personally reached out to George’s family wanting to help out in any way he can, including the burial costs.

According to Hollywood Unlocked, who broke the story, Floyd expressed his desire to help to the family while speaking to the company’s CEO Jason Lee.

During the conversation, Mayweather shared how distraught he was after learning the minimal charge given to the Minnesota officer who killed George Floyd, only third-degree murder and manslaughter.

As you know, many believe the officer should be charged with first-degree murder which could carry a sentence of life in prison. Also, many protestors are calling for the other three officers who assisted in pinning down Mr. Floyd, to also be arrested and charged with crimes associated to his death.

Mayweather claims he was in a group chat with Anzel Jennings, the CEO of TMT’s music label, who shared with the legendary boxer she grew up with George Floyd in Houston, Texas.

After speaking with his CEO, Mayweather was able to reach out to George Floyd’s family after Jennings re-connected with them family in Texas.

The 43-year-old boxer committed to paying for three funeral services — on in Houston (George’s hometown), one in Minnesota, and another in Charlotte. According to HU, the family is also looking for a fourth location to have a celebration of life.

Although the original conversation with Mayweather was in private, HU’s Jason Lee explained to him why he wanted to share Mayweather’s gesture with the world. “I felt it was important to share this because his voice has a global impact that needs to be heard, especially during these times,” he said.

As we reported, several other A-list celebrities have stepped up to help the Floyd family — along with aiding those who are protesting in various cities.

Jay-Z personally called the Governor of Minnesota to stress that justice needs to be served for George Floyd, his point to redirect the criminal case of the officers to a different jurisdiction.

Also, Chrissy Teigen has pledged $200,000 to help pay legal costs of protestors who were arrested over the weekend for exercising their rights.

Rape: Falz calls for nationwide protest, tells Nigerians what to do

Popular Nigerian rapper, Folarin Falana, popularly known as Falz has called for a nationwide protest over the recent rape allegations and killing of innocent young girls in Nigeria.

DAILY POST reported that Vera Uwaila Omozuwa, a 100-level Microbiology student of University of Benin, UNIBEN was allegedly raped and murdered by some unknown persons while reading in a Redeemed Christian Church of God, RCCG, worship centre in Benin City.

Her death has since led to reactions and a demand for justice by Nigerians.

However, the general Overseer of RCCG, Pastor Enoch Adeboye commiserating with the family of the deceased, promised to assist the Nigeria police to bring justice and arrest the perpetrators of the crime.

Speaking on the development, Falz took to his Twitter page lamenting the spate of injustice in Nigeria.

He further called for a nationwide peaceful protest, adding that he is ready to challenge the government and bring justice to the lost souls.

His tweet read: “It is so exhausting to see injustice continue to thrive time after time. Every time we say NOT AGAIN, and then there is a new story. Enough is enough. It’s too disheartening.

“Justice must be served for the innocent souls we keep on losing. #JusticeForTina #JusticeForUwa.”

The rapper called on Nigerians to become fearless and move out into the streets, adding that siting at home and clamoring for justice on social media is not enough.

“It is important that we as Nigerians are fearless and we are ready to challenge the government through peaceful protests.

“It’s not enough to sit in our houses and post on socials. Justice must be served,” Falz added.

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