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Man discovers brand new iPhone bought in Lagos flagged as stolen in UK

A Nigerian living in the United Kingdom, Gbenga Wemimo, has shared a shocking experience after discovering that a brand-new iPhone his wife purchased in Nigeria turned out to be a reported stolen device in the UK.

Taking to the social media platform X, Wemimo revealed that he had bought the iPhone last September for his wife at an Apple-authorised store located in Jakande, Lekki Phase 1, Lagos.

According to him, the decision to purchase the device in Nigeria rather than abroad was his way of supporting local businesses.

How we almost landed in trouble over ‘stolen iPhone’

“My wife bought a brand new iPhone at the Apple store located at Jakande, Lekki Phase 1, Lagos last September. We decided to trade it in for a new one today at the Apple Store located at Westfield Stratford City Arcade (London) a few minutes ago Only God did not let them call the police on us.

The attendant scanned the IPhone and declared that it had been reported as stolen. Stolen from where? It was not a used iPhone It was new, purchased from an approved Apple Store and we have all the receipts intact.

The attendant saw our indignation and went ahead to consult with her superiors. They scanned again and they declared that it was reported “missing”. They adjusted their language from stolen to missing and told us it has zero swap value.

I was not shocked at all even though I should be. Nigerians like cutting corners for unhealthy gains and they always believe this is good business for them as long as they were able to make a buck. Somehow we were able to walk out of that Apple Store without any drama but I remember telling my wife that we would have had a lot of explaining to do if they had a policy that required that they must report such incidents to the police.

Nigerian business people must try to do better than this There is something called integrity, it has a higher value than the dirty gains they think they are getting by playing dirty. I have always insisted on buying things in Nigeria because it helps the economy but I can see the reason many prefer to shop abroad. We must do better than this as a people. -GSW-“

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Nobody wants to marry me because I am a single mother of two – Kaffy

Prominent Nigerian dancer, Kaffy laments the challenges she faces in her personal life following her divorce.

Speaking candidly during a recent discussion, the 45-year-old entertainer disclosed that many men shy away from marrying her because she is a single mother of two.

She criticized the societal stigma attached to divorced women, questioning why people assume a woman with children is less desirable, even though statistics show that many marriages end in separation.

Kaffy further argued that divorced individuals who have worked on themselves may, in fact, be better partners than unmarried people.

She highlighted that over 70% of marriages eventually fail, stressing that real love should bring peace and security rather than anxiety.

Her words …

“I’ve had somebody tell me because I’m a single mother, I can’t even think about dating me because I have two children.

99% of the people that criticize me about my marriage are either not married today or have left their marriages. What makes you think that a woman that has been divorced is not even the better candidate If she has worked on herself, what is the guarantee that the two single people today are not both going to be divorced people tomorrow?

Because why are people feeling like, I need to marry him fresh and I need to marry her fresh. But both of you are going into the same data that the world has computed for you. There are over 70% of marriages crashed. You are part of the 70%. There’s just so many stuff. Do you know that a lot of butterfly in the tummy is a trauma response? Real love brings peace, not butterflies. Real love is not supposed to make you anxious. You shouldn’t be with… I can imagine Daddy Freeze now, as he’s here now, and he’s thinking about what taste buds is doing in the house. He’s at peace. I’m still healing from those anxious feelings because of the moment I feel like I killed this I’m like, why would you do this to me? I’m 45, but I’ve spent the last 10 years of my adult life trying to fix it. My children were looking at us and I’m like, go. If you have to leave. Oh, really? Oh, yeah. You think I’m irresponsible?

I know how responsible I am as a woman. I don’t sleep around. I don’t do casual stuff. I heard even the, after I used him, his youth, after I used him to collect children, my IVF champion, because I don’t understand…”

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“My reputation is gone, how will I get married?” – Ibom Air passenger Comfort Emmanson laments over viral video

Viral Ibom Air passenger, Comfort Emmanson, has expressed sadness over the humiliation she suffered and the toll it has taken on her life, saying that her life and future have been shattered.

The lady, who trended online after a video captured her clashing with an Ibom Air hostess, said the incident left her traumatized, ashamed, and stripped of her dignity.

According to her, the clash began after she was brusquely told to switch off her phone.

Upon landing, she said she stepped into the restroom, only to return and find that all other passengers had disembarked, leaving her alone with the hostess, who allegedly prevented her from exiting.

Comfort Emmanson further claimed the hostess pulled off her wig, damaged her phone and necklace, and in the process exposed her, sparking the altercation that was recorded on video.

What followed, she said, was even more devastating, as people now reportedly turned her humiliating naked image into WhatsApp stickers.

The heartbroken lady further stated that the viral video had caused lasting damage to her reputation and career.

In her words:

“I am ash@med to go out because everyone has seen my body. They even used it as WhatsApp sticker. I am into real estate, I don’t know how to talk to customers knowing that my body is out there. How will I get married? My unborn kids will see this. My reputati0n is gone. I am not a troublemaker. I am still rounding up my treatment from the hospital.”

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My 6-month health expense could’ve bought 2 GLE and C300 – TG Omori

Popular Nigerian music video director, TG Omori,has expressed shock over the amount he has spent on his health in the past six months.

It would be recalled that the cinematographer has been battling with kidney disease.

Taking to social media, the director revealed that his medical expenses could have bought him two Mercedes-Benz GLE SUVs and a C300.

In another post he reflected on the cost of dialysis for kidney disease vis a vis, the minimum wage of the common man, and noted that it had brought him to tears.

His words …

“Saw my 6months health expenses, Omo 2 GLE and one small C300 bro! Health is wealth true true.

Dialysis is about 100k plus per session, sometimes you need 3 sessions in a week, minimum wage is 70k. Knowing this facts brought me tears in the hospital cause no hope for the common man.

I’m working on my first major glasses design that will be up on sale soon where some of the proceeds will go to people living with Kidney Diseases that can’t afford pay for their dialysis.”

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Peller shares how Jarvis supported him financially before fame

Tiktoker, Peller opens up on how his girlfriend, Jarvis supported him financially before he became popular.

He opened up on this while having a discussion with the socialite, Cubana Chief Priest.

Peller opined that a lot of people think Jarvis is just there for his cash, but that’s not true.

He noted that when he was less known, Jarvis was already big in the content creation industry and was making millions.

Out of her millions, she would always support him with substantial amounts of money.

His words …

“Jarvis first me blow. She show me love. That time for TikTok na she dey always collect better money. That time I fit dey see like N100K, Jarvis dey see like N5M. From that N5M, Jarvis fit send me like N2.5M gift that time so make me sef grow. Na two of us been dey do am that time but the thing dey favour her…”

Check out reactions below …

@majorlouwe said: “He’s lying 🤥 that’s what you do to hype your gf for the public ….Jarvis no give you any 2.5 anywhere Mr man ….social media and lies too much”

@_THE_CRAFT3R_ remarked: “Another proof that:

When a woman loves you, she will do anything to make you happy”

@BigYolo_ stated: “Most people think Peller first Jarvis blow, but he just confirmed Jarvis became popular before him”

@Meze6777Eze stated: “BRO IF JARVIS IS REALLY LIKE THAT
THEN SHE IS INDEED SOMEONE YOU WILL WANNA BE WITH FOREVER”

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Otega, Kayikunmi Evicted From BBNaija Season 10

Two more housemates have exited Big Brother Naija Season 10, as Oghenetega “Otega” Eritomi and Oluwakayikunmi “Kayikunmi” Ajibade became the third and fourth contestants to be evicted from the reality show.

Their eviction was announced during Sunday’s live show, hosted by media personality Ebuka Obi-Uchendu.

The eviction votes were tight. Ifeyinwa “Ivatar” Okafor secured 1.36%, edging out Kayikunmi with 1.26% and Otega with 1.22%.

The vote count and ranking of housemates were independently computed by Deloitte and confirmed against the results determined by M-Net.

In another highlight of the week, Jason Jae was officially voted the Most Influential Player of the Week by his fellow housemates.

Otega and Kayikunmi’s departure follows the earlier exits of Ibifubara and Danboskid, while Sabrina withdrew last week due to medical reasons.

With their eviction, the race for the ₦150 million grand prize has tightened, reducing the line-up from 29 contestants at launch to 24.

Otega, a 32-year-old chef, photographer, and developer from Delta State, joined the show to challenge himself in a new environment and connect with people through creativity and authenticity. Reflecting on his life, he had described his career switch from tech to food as his proudest moment.

Kayikunmi, a 25-year-old banker from Ekiti State, came into the house with a bold declaration that he was in it for the money, fame, and entertainment. Known for his loud personality, he described himself as someone who loves love but struggles to find the right partner.

The banker’s energy and his much-talked-about fling with Isabella weren’t enough to secure his stay in the game.

During the live eviction, Ebuka urged the remaining housemates to stay focused on their journey and reminded them that the stakes are only getting higher.

Season 10, which premiered in late July with one of the largest casts in the show’s history, has already seen its fair share of drama.

This past week (week 3), Biggie’s disciplinary hand was felt strongly: Kuture received a final warning, Sultana was barred from alcohol for a week, and Bright Morgan bagged a double strike for repeated infractions.

With 24 housemates now left in the running, the coming week looms large for fresh twists and new alliances.

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EPL: Cunha, Mbeumo shine but defensive woes hand Man United first defeat vs Arsenal

Arsenal opened their Premier League account with a 1-0 win at Old Trafford, punishing Manchester United’s defensive frailties from a set piece.

The decisive moment came in the first half when Declan Rice delivered a corner that United goalkeeper Altay Bayindir failed to claim under pressure from William Saliba.

Riccardo Calafiori reacted quickest to nod the ball over the line, handing Mikel Arteta’s side the lead.

New signings Bryan Mbeumo and Matheus Cunha impressed on debut, with Cunha striking the post and testing goalkeeper David Raya, but the finishing touch remained elusive.

Benjamin Sesko’s introduction after the break also failed to alter the outcome.

Arsenal, who struggled for attacking fluency, relied on their defensive organisation and depth from the bench to protect the lead.

Viktor Gyökeres and Martin Zubimendi endured difficult debuts, while substitutes Kai Havertz and Noni Madueke were introduced to steady the performance in the second half.

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EPL: Chelsea survive Crystal Palace test, begin campaign with goalless draw

Chelsea began their Premier League campaign with a goalless draw against Crystal Palace in a London derby at Stamford Bridge on Sunday.

The Blues were handed a reprieve after Eberechi Eze’s first-half free-kick for Palace was disallowed following a VAR review.

Eze struck a thunderous effort that appeared to give the visitors the lead, but the goal was overturned when replays showed Marc Guehi had committed a foul in the build-up.

The Blues struggled to create clear chances, with a series of corners easily dealt with by Palace and Cole Palmer largely ineffective in attack.

Substitute Estevão Willian provided some energy after replacing Jamie Gittens, but his runs down the flank failed to break down the visitors’ defence as Chelsea laboured in the final third.

The London derby ended with Chelsea avoiding a major scare but still searching for a cutting edge in their attacking play.

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Cyberfraud: Nigeria deports 42 convicted Chinese, Philippine nationals

The Nigerian Immigration Service (NIS) on Sunday deported 42 Chinese and Philippine nationals convicted of cyber terrorism and Ponzi scheme offences by the Federal High Court in Lagos.

The deportees were the first batch of 192 foreign nationals found guilty after their arraignment by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC). They were among 759 persons arrested during a major raid on December 10, 2024, at Oyin Jolayemi Street, Victoria Island, Lagos.

According to the NIS, the remaining convicted foreigners will be deported in phases, with subsequent groups scheduled to leave Nigeria on Monday and Tuesday.

The EFCC said the syndicate had been running large-scale cyberfraud and Ponzi operations before its dismantling. Charges brought against the convicts included identity theft, fraudulent online schemes, and training staff of Genting International Co. Limited in illicit practices, all in violation of the Advance Fee Fraud and Other Related Offences Act of 2006.

EFCC Chairman, Ola Olukoyede, hailed the deportations as a landmark step in Nigeria’s anti-corruption drive. He stressed that the crackdown reinforces the country’s determination to curb cybercrime, recover stolen funds, and safeguard national financial security in line with President Bola Tinubu’s anti-corruption agenda.

The December raid is described as one of Nigeria’s most sweeping cybercrime busts, marking a turning point in efforts to combat transnational financial fraud networks.

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Ibom Air: Comfort Emmanson tells her side of story

Viral Ibom Air passenger, Comfort Emmansonfinally tells her side of story, as she recounts what occurred on that fateful day.

626Blaze recalls that Ms Comfort Emmanson had made the news following an incident that occured on the Ibom Air plane that showed her fighting with the air hostess.

While speaking in a recent video, she shared her side of things by telling what occurred right before and after the clash.

Comfort Emmanson stated that after the plane landed, she had visited the rest room, and upon coming out, realized that everyone had left.

However, the air hostess was waiting for her and prevented her from coming out of the plane.

She had pulled off her wig, damaging her necklace and phone in the process.

The young lady stated that that action was what provoked her to start poking the lady in the face, as seen in the trending video.

She noted that she felt humiliated after her clothes were torn and those around were all video her with their phones.

Watch her speak below …

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