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Pakistan: Police hunt for 'healer' who hit nail into woman's head. A manhunt is under way in Pakistan for a faith healer who allegedly hammered a nail into a pregnant woman's head. The woman arrived at a hospital in Peshawar after trying to extract the 5cm (two-inch) nail with pliers. Initially, she told doctors that she had carried out the act herself, but later admitted a faith healer who had claimed he could guarantee she gave birth to a baby boy was responsible. Police began investigating after x-ray images of the injury appeared online. Dr Haider Khan, a staff member at the Lady Reading Hospital, said the woman was "fully conscious, but was in immense pain," when she arrived seeking treatment. They added that the woman was mother to three daughters, and that her husband had threatened to leave her if she gave birth to another girl. "She is three months pregnant and because of her husband's fear she went to the faith healer," hospital staff t

Big Brother Naija season 6 winner, White Money in an interview with Young Skales, remembered some of life's struggles. White Money said that a few years ago while living in Kaduna State with his mother, they could not afford necessities of life; foodstuff.  He was forced to do low level jobs to fend for the family. He said: “Back then in Kaduna state, I could remember vividly in my compound in Kujama, we were very very broke. I and my mum could really not afford stuff so what I did basically was, I literally helped the whole compound and the other compound to pack their faeces and use my hand to clear the gutter at the back of the house so that water can flow. So while I collect those stuff with my hands every day at the end of the day I get 200 naira from each of the tenants and I use the money to buy foodstuff for me and my mum.”

Yesterday, the supply of fuel worsened in Lagos, Ogun, Oyo and Abuja because of limited stocks, due mainly to rejection of new supplies from importers of adulterated fuel into the country. The Nigerian government says that the petrol imported into the country was found to contain an unsafe quantity of methanol in it and it is not safe for use. This is the reason for the latest round of fuel shortage that has led to long queues in Abuja and other major cities. The government said methanol, a substance that is usually present in petrol, found in the product exceeded Nigeria’s specification.  This development has led to the affected fuel being kept off the supply chain, the Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Regulatory Authority said Tuesday. Nigerians especially in Abuja and Lagos have endured an erratic supply of fuel for nearly a year now, with filling stations operating at reduced capacity despite the government’s repeated claims it has enough stocks. The regulators have accused Market

The Federal House of Representatives, Bill To Raise Academic Qualification For President, Others Passed Second Reading. The House of Representatives, passed for second reading, a bill seeking to raise the minimum academic qualification to run for the office of President of Nigeria, Governor of a state and other elective public offices to university degree or its equivalent. Member House of Representatives,  Adewunmi Onanuga (APC, Ogun) had sponsored the bill, which hopes to amend the 1999 Constitution and raise the qualification from school certificate to degree or its equivalent. The bill seeks to amend Sections 65, 106, 131 and 171 of the 1999 Constitution. Adewunmi Onanuga is representing Ikenne/Sagamu/Remo North Federal Constituency in Ogun State.

Airlines seek review of N200, 000 COVID-19 test protocol per traveller Airlines have prevailed on governments globally to review mandatory COVID-19 test requirements for vaccinated passengers to ease the burden of cost and lift artificial barriers to air connectivity. The airlines, under the aegis of International Air Transport Association (IATA), said scientific evidence no longer supports the safety objectives of pre-departure COVID-19 tests for all travellers. Same for blanket quarantine, self-isolation at destinations, coupled with travel bans in some parts of the world. Findings showed that in Nigeria and few others, the COVID-19 racketeering has assumed a revenue-driven motive for the government and private sector operators rather than for public health purposes. The implication is severe on the travelling public that pays an average of N200, 000 for four sessions of COVID-19 testing, per trip. Source: The Guardian

 • What gets wetter the more it dries? A towel. • What kind of shoes does a spy wear? Sneakers. • Why are frogs always so happy? They eat whatever bugs them. • What did one ocean say to the other ocean? Nothing, it just waved. • Why doesn’t Dracula have any friends? Well, honestly, he’s a real pain in the neck. • A horse walks into a bar. The bartender says, “Why the long face?” How many teddy bears never want to eat anything? Because they’re always stuffed. Jokes Credit:Parade.com

The Manchester United superstar Cristiano Ronaldo is now the first person to pass 400 million followers on Instagram. The 37 years old football player has distinguished himself as one of football’s all-time greats. His career spans over 22-year. He is a trailblazer, breaking all kinds of individual records for goals while also winning the biggest team prizes the game has to offer. The Portuguese footballer has continued to soar in and outside the football pitch, despite turning 37 on Saturday.

Australia has announced the reopening of its borders to vaccinated tourists and other visa holders for the first time in almost two years. "If you're double vaccinated, we look forward to welcoming you back," Prime Minister Scott Morrison said. The reopening, on 21 February, will be welcome news for many sectors including international education. Australia has had some of the world's strictest border controls throughout the coronavirus pandemic. Source: BBC News

The National President of the Academic Staff Union of Universities, ASUU, Prof. Emmanuel Osodeke, has said the National Executive Council, NEC, of the union will decide whether members should go on strike or not over some demands made. He said the union is still consulting and sensitising members on the issues involved. Speaking in a chat with Vanguard, he said the declaration of Monday, February 7 as a lecture free day was to sensitise members and also show the displeasure of the union with the way government was handling the matter. On the claim by the government that it is experiencing paucity of funds and might not meet all the demands of the union, Osodeke noted that everything boils down to prioritizing issues. According to him, not all the demands have to be met spending money, as some are policy matters, citing the demand of replacing the Integrated Personnel Payroll Information System, IPPIS, with the University Transparency and Accountability System, UTAS. Source: Vanguard

Kanye West calls out Kim Kardashian on Instagram: 'I'm not playing about my Black children anymore' Kanye West once again lashing out on social media at his soon-to-be ex-wife, Kim Kardashian. The rapper, 44, continued his war of words with Kardashian, posting a text exchange he claimed to have with his ex's cousin. West has repeatedly claimed that Kardashian has prohibited him from seeing the couple's four children. On Sunday, West posted a screenshot of a text message that reads "Send me Kim's number." However, it received no response. In the caption, West elaborated on the situation, claiming that Kardashian had accused him of trying to have her killed. "Yesterday Kim accused me of putting a hit out on her," West captioned the post. "So let me get this straight. I beg to go to my daughter's party and I'm accused of being on drugs, then I go play with my son and I take my Akira graphic novels and I'm accused of stealing. No

Please always click the link for more. THISDAY NEWS  Amended Electoral Bill Bars Ministers, Commissioners from Contesting in Primaries Fitch: Nigeria’s Oil Sector Weak Performance May Slowdown Economic Growth Five Days After, Three Crewmen in SEPCOL’s FPSO Explosion Found Alive Coalition Kicks against N3tn Fuel Subsidy Payment in 2022 Nigeria's Debts Unsustainable, Says Ex-Senate Committee Chair Source: Thisday News VANGUARD DANGOTE REFINERY: Unveiling Africa’s top industrial giant Money ritual in Nigeria’s ‘Zazoo Republic’ Hanifa: Let justice prevail, re-open private schools Opinion: Let’s Talk About APTE — A President from the East AfCTA: Nigeria runs major risk if structural issues not addressed — Vitafoam CEO Female Genital Mutilation: Nigeria ranks 3rd highest globally — UNICEF N1.6trn liquidity inflow seen subduing money market rates Source: Vanguard SAHARA REPORTERS BREAKING: Buhari Presidency Attacks Financial Times Editor Over Report Highlighting Nigerian Government’s Fail

Congratulations Senegal 🇸🇳  Sadio Mane wins AFCON for Senegal! Liverpool star fires home winning penalty in shootout after he had missed an early spot-kick in the final and escaped a red card, to leave Mo Salah devastated. Senegal made history as they won AFCON for the first time by beating Egypt  Sadio Mane saw a penalty saved by Gabaski just four minutes into the clash  90 minutes of normal time and extra time failed to produce a match winner  But Mane redeemed himself scoring the winning penalty to see Senegal win 4-2 Senegal made history as they won the Africa Cup of Nations for the first time, with a dramatic 4-2 victory on penalties over Egypt.  Bravo!!!

Britain's Queen Elizabeth II has used the historic milestone of her Platinum Jubilee to redefine the future of the monarchy, calling for the Duchess of Cornwall to be known as Queen Camilla when Charles becomes King. The 95-year-old monarch laid out her vision for institution's transition in an extraordinary message released as she reached the 70th anniversary of her accession to the throne. "I would like to express my thanks to you all for your support. I remain eternally grateful for, and humbled by, the loyalty and affection that you continue to give me," the Queen said. "And when, in the fullness of time, my son Charles becomes King, I know you will give him and his wife Camilla the same support that you have given me; and it is my sincere wish that, when that time comes, Camilla will be known as Queen Consort as she continues her own loyal service." It's a hugely significant intervention from the monarch, who is the only person who can define royal

Amaechi for President banners flood Daura. The Emir of Daura, HRH Faruk Umar Faruk, yesterday, in Daura, Katsina State prayed for the Minister of Transportation, Rotimi Amaechi, whom he described as a goal getter, to attain a higher office. The revered Emir prayed the prayer while honoring Amaechi with the title  of ‘Dan Amanar Daura’,  meaning the trusted son of Daura. The occasion  was attended by eminent people from across Nigeria and those campaigning for the Minister as President ahead of the 2023 polls who flooded the town with ‘Amaechi for President’ banners. The Emir said:“We are gathered here to reciprocate the kind gesture done to us by the  Hon Minister of Transportation, Chibuke Rotimi Amaechi, for his whole hearted love and support for us.  Therefore, it is binding on the Daura traditional emirate to acknowledge the kind gesture. My prayer is for God to give you a higher office.” Faruk said the Daura Emirate conferred the title on Amaechi also in recognition of his contrib

Terrorism financing: Name, prosecute suspects, Nigerians tell Buhari • ACF, Ohanaeze Ndigbo, Afenifere Accuse Govt Of Deceit • We Are Tired Of Diversionary Claims, Says CAN • Prove Us Wrong Now —Okorie, Ibegbu, Others • Ethnic Nationalities Demand Proactive Approach To Tame Insurgency The Federal Government is under fresh pressure to immediately name and prosecute financiers of terrorism in the country and their collaborators as proof of its sincerity in the war against those who have taken up arms against Nigeria. This fresh demand followed last Thursday’s disclosure by the Minister of Information and Culture, Lai Mohammed, that the Nigerian Financial Intelligence Unit (NFIU) has uncovered 96 financiers of terrorism as well as the 424 associates and supporters of the financiers. Mohammed, who addressed a press conference in Abuja, also said the fraud unit uncovered 123 companies and 33 bureau de change operators linked with terrorism in the country from 2020 to 2021. . .. Culled The G

Queen Elizabeth II is marking 70 years on the British throne. On this day February 6, 1952, the beautiful, 25-year-old Elizabeth was first crowned, Queen of England, following the death of her father. Over the years, her reign has witnessed the inauguration of and tenure end of World leaders and historic events around the world.  Today, Sunday, she is expected to mark her seven decades on the British throne, as she does every year, in quiet reflection. She didn't plan on putting on the crown so soon. Her father, King George VI, had been gravely ill when he waved her and her husband, Philip, off on a royal tour the year before. Her coronation became the first major international event broadcast live on TV – a burst of pageantry in post-war Britain that thrust the young queen onto a throne of privilege, stardom and responsibility.   Over the past seven decades, Queen Elizabeth – now 95 – has overseen the transition from Britain's imperial past to a more modern monarchy. The Queen

Kim Kardashian's 'slim-thick' body type is more harmful than 'ultra-thin': New study. Article By Mira Miller Wed, February 2, 2022, 3:42 PM Has the "slim-thick" body type officially replaced the thin ideal? Images of unrealistically thin models and celebrities have permeated popular culture for decades, causing severe damage to women's body image and mental health in the process. However, a recent study reveals that a new body ideal may be causing even more harm than the ultra-thin “heroin chic” look that came to prominence in the ‘90s—and we have Kim Kardashian to thank for it. Researchers at York University in Toronto conducted a study to find out how pervasive imagery of the “slim-thick ideal,” which has become popularized in mainstream media by celebrities like Kim Kardashian, Kylie Jenner and Beyoncé, contributes to young women’s dissatisfaction with their body. Described as “a curvier or more full body type” with a “small waist and flat stomach b

Someone's mum has four sons, North, West and South. What is the name of the fourth son? Image credit:Redbubble

Please click on the link to take you to your favourite news. DAILY TRUST  * Kano-Kaduna Rail Project: You Must Utilise Local Materials, Amaechi Tells CCECC The Minister of Transportation, Rotimi Amaechi, has asked the contractor handling the Kano-Kaduna rail project to utilise local labour and source a significant quantity... * Bandits Set Security Base Ablaze, Impound Military Vehicle In Niger. Community Secondary School, Allawa in Shororo Local Government Area of Niger State has been reportedly set ablaze by bandits who invaded the community around midnight Thursday. * Day With Dwellers Of Urban Slums Millions of Nigerians live in slums in many state capitals without basic necessities of life despite their closeness to the seat of power. Findings... * We’ll Sustain Social Safety Nets For The Poor, Vulnerable — Buhari President Muhammadu Buhari has said the poor and the vulnerable in Nigeria will continue to enjoy social safety nets as they remain the top priority for protection and l

Thierry Mugler, French fashion design icon, dies at 73 His talent helped defined fashion in the 80s and 90s In less than 10 days, the fashion industry has said goodbye to two of its greatest designers. With the passing of Nino Cerruti last week, today the fashion industry mourns the loss of Thierry Mugler, the French creator who revolutionized fashion in the 1980s. Unique in his architectural style, futuristic and unrepeatable, much in demand among the big names in the world of music, such as Michael Jackson, George Michael, Beyoncé or Lady Gaga, creator of the Cirque du Soleil costumes, and of the famous 'Angel' perfume. Mugler has died at the age of 73 "of natural causes", as announced by his press officer, Jean-Baptiste Rougeot. "We are extremely sad to inform you of the passing of Mr. Manfred Thierry Mugler on Sunday, January 23, 2022," reads the press release posted on the designer's official Facebook account. "May his soul rest in peace,"