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November 1, 2024 Nationwide Protest: Suspects Collapse in Court During Arraignment
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Nationwide Protest: Suspects Collapse in Court During Arraignment

On Friday, five of the 125 young defendants, aged 12 to 15, fainted in a Federal High Court in Abuja during their arraignment on charges related to the August #EndBadGovernance protest. The individuals, facing allegations of terrorism, attempting to overthrow the government, and mutiny, were brought before Justice Obiora Egwuatu.

The defendants, allegedly involved in a protest in Kano where anti-government slogans were chanted and foreign flags displayed, were arrested on August 3 and arraigned in two groups of 76 and 49 individuals. Chaos ensued as the first group approached the dock, with several suddenly collapsing, prompting the judge to suspend the session.

Court health officials were called to provide immediate medical assistance. Defense lawyer Marshall Abubakar attributed the incident to hunger and poor health, stating that the young detainees, some as young as 12, had been held for weeks without adequate food or medical care.

“These children are sick and hungry. They have been kept in custody without proper attention, leading to this unfortunate situation,” Abubakar explained.

 

November 1, 2024 Police Detain Social Media Influencer Verydarkman After Responding to Invitation
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Police Detain Social Media Influencer Verydarkman After Responding to Invitation

Popular social media influencer Martins Otse, known online as Verydarkman (VDM), has been detained by the Nigeria Police Force. His lawyer, Deji Adeyanju, shared the news Thursday night via a post on his Facebook page, explaining that the detention occurred after VDM honored a police invitation.

“Our client, VDM, has been detained after honoring a police invitation,” Adeyanju wrote, adding, “VDM has consistently said the Nigerian Police are our friends, even when we know they are not.”

VDM’s detention may be linked to a recent incident involving his use of a police uniform in a viral social media video. Last week, the Nigeria Police publicly condemned the unauthorized use of its uniforms and accessories in the video posted by VDM.

READ ALSO: “I Sincerely Apologize” – VeryDarkMan Issues Apology for Wearing Police Uniform

Police spokesperson Olumuyiwa Adejobi confirmed in a statement that an investigation into the video was underway.

 

November 1, 2024 Bobrisky Removed from Amsterdam-Bound Flight
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Bobrisky Removed from Amsterdam-Bound Flight

A trending video on X shows popular social media personality Idris Okuneye, widely known as Bobrisky, being escorted off an Amsterdam-bound KLM flight on Thursday night. Earlier, Isaac Fayose, brother of former Ekiti State Governor Ayodele Fayose, had shared a photo with Bobrisky on the same flight, bound for London, with the caption, “Look who’s on the same flight with me to London, @Bobrisky222.” However, Bobrisky was later removed from the flight by airport officials.

Following the incident, Bobrisky took to Instagram, alleging that the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) was behind his removal and detention. “Nigerians help me, EFCC just arrested me. I’m badly injured,” he wrote, sharing the news with his followers.

The incident adds to a series of legal and social media controversies surrounding Bobrisky. Recently, on October 22, he was intercepted at the Sème border while allegedly attempting to flee the country. His legal troubles trace back to an April 2024 court ruling, where he was sentenced to six months in prison for naira abuse by the Federal High Court in Lagos.

In addition to these incidents, Bobrisky faces further scrutiny following the release of an audio recording in which he allegedly claimed he was permitted to serve his prison term outside Kirikiri due to “influential connections.” He also allegedly accused EFCC officials of accepting a N15 million bribe to drop money laundering charges against him. EFCC, denying these claims, initiated an investigation into the allegations. EFCC’s Director of Public Affairs, Wilson Uwajaren, confirmed that the agency is thoroughly examining the accusations, and if found false, Bobrisky could face additional charges for misleading the commission.

"There is a provision in the EFCC Act against giving false information, which could lead to a trial," Uwajaren stated, adding that a dedicated panel is handling the investigation and will release findings upon completion.

The case underscores the legal complexities surrounding Bobrisky, who remains under close surveillance by the EFCC amidst the ongoing inquiry.

 

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November 1, 2024 NAFDAC Warns Nigerians on Circulation of Unregistered Foula Condoms
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NAFDAC Warns Nigerians on Circulation of Unregistered Foula Condoms

The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has alerted Nigerians to the unauthorized sale of an unregistered brand of condoms, identified as Foula Condoms, in parts of Nigeria. The condoms, packaged in packs of three, were discovered by NAFDAC’s Post-Marketing Surveillance Directorate during a routine inspection in Abakaliki, Ebonyi State, and Zango, Katsina State.

This discovery was made as part of a risk-based postmarketing surveillance study on registered condom brands in Nigeria. NAFDAC noted that the Foula Condoms brand is unregistered and lacks English labeling, raising serious concerns about its quality and safety. The agency emphasized that condoms, when used correctly, serve as an effective barrier for preventing unintended pregnancies and protecting against HIV and other sexually transmitted infections.

NAFDAC warned that the use of unregistered condoms poses significant risks, as the quality and efficacy of such products are not verified. Poor-quality condoms may be prone to leaks or breakage, reducing their effectiveness and potentially compromising public health efforts related to contraception and STI prevention.

To address this, NAFDAC has directed all zonal directors and state coordinators to conduct thorough surveillance and remove unregistered products from the market. Importers, distributors, retailers, healthcare providers, and consumers are urged to ensure that all medical products, including condoms, are obtained from authorized sources. The agency advised individuals to check the authenticity and condition of products and report any suspicions regarding the sale of substandard medical devices to the nearest NAFDAC office or contact the agency at 0800-162-3322 or via email at sf.alert@nafdac.gov.ng.

NAFDAC also encourages the public to report any adverse reactions or side effects associated with medicinal products or medical devices. Reports can be made through NAFDAC's e-reporting platforms, available on the agency’s website (www.nafdac.gov.ng), the Med-Safety app on Android and iOS, or by email at pharmacovigilance@nafdac.gov.ng.

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