Major General Abubakar Adamu (Rtd), the North East Zone Director of the National Center for the Control of Small Arms and Light Weapons (NCCSALW), is pleased with the 6 Brigade Nigerian Army’s (Sector 3) operational accomplishments during Operation Whirl Stroke in Taraba State.
He applauded the 6 Brigade’s efforts to use kinetic and non-kinetic methods to address insecurity in Taraba State.
Major General Adamu paid acourtesy visit to the state capital’s Jalingo, home to the 6 Brigade Headquarters.
The Zonal Director claimed that his visit was a part of a campaign to introduce the Center’s mandate, which is to stop the spread of small and light weapons throughout the region.
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In addition, he cited NCCSALW’s willingness to work with security organizations through intelligence sharing, community engagements, and other means of advancing broader efforts to combat illicit arms.
Brigadier General Kingsley Chidiebere Uwa, the commander of the 6 Brigade Nigerian Army/Sector 3 OPWS, thanked the Zonal Director and his entourage for the visit and reiterated the Brigade’s willingness to work together with the Center, arguing that tackling illegal arms proliferation calls for a collective approach.
At the hip-hop mogul’s trial earlier this year, Sean Diddy’s ex-girlfriend Cassie Ventura testified in detail about the ‘disgusting’ Freak Offs she was allegedly forced to take part in.
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Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs, and singer Casandra ‘Cassie’ Ventura, in 2018(Image: AFP via Getty Images)
Sean “Diddy” Combs was given a more than four-year prison sentence for his twisted “freak offs,” where his victims were forced to have sex acts with male escorts while he watched.
A jury initially found Combs not guilty of the most serious offense, racketeering conspiracy, and the sex trafficking of his ex-girlfriend, Casandra “Cassie” Ventura and “Janes,” an unnamed woman, during a two-month trial in July. Combs was found guilty of transporting Cassie and “Janes” to prostitution.
Combs was seen praying in front of his chair as the verdict was read out earlier this year. Then he clapped and turned to the gallery. In the interim, the judge denied Combs’ requests for bail while awaiting his sentencing and claimed that he displayed “disregard for the rule of law and a propensity for violence.”
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Cassie described the “disgusting” Freak Offs, which she claims she was made to participate in, and how they affected her during the trial earlier this year. Cassie addressed the 12 jurors by claiming that Diddy was “controlling” and “directing” the sessions and that she had an on-again-off-again relationship with Diddy from 2007 to 2008.
Need for baby oil
Cassie testified to the court that Diddy’s staff would provide supplies like baby oil, lubricant, and condoms. She claims that they would use “quite a bit” of baby oil because Diddy liked them to be “glistening.”
The court was instructed to let Cassie apply for more money if Diddy felt she hadn’t used enough. The model, dancer, and singer added that Sean [Diddy] had a lot of fun with and described the Freak Offs sessions as a similar pattern from the beginning.
According to Cassie, these sessions would begin with “oil and touching” before participants would engage in oral sex, then sexual activity, in a gradual progression. Cassie claimed that Diddy was “controlling” the situation while she had intended to move on to the next step to make things easier.
She claimed to the court that “he was directing it.”
sexist act
She described to the court how Diddy would request an escort or urinate on her. However, Cassie claimed she felt “humiliated” and didn’t want anyone to urinate on her. It was repulsive, she continued. Too much was it. It was “overwhelming”.
When the prosecution inquired about her feelings regarding the Freak Offs, Cassie burst out in awe, claiming that she only had the chance to be with Diddy because of her tears. Cassie’s statement read: “I felt disgusting. I endured humiliation. I was unable to communicate to anyone about how awful I really felt at the time, and I was unable to speak up about it.
She then went on to claim that she had tried to “gently” approach Diddy about her inability to take part in Freak Offs. She explained to the court, “I didn’t want to upset him or cause him to be angry with me for sharing it.” But when I brought it up, I would only tread lightly. I’ll occasionally email him about it. Nothing bad would have happened to me.
Four-day Freak Off
The longest Freak Off, according to Cassie, lasted for four or more days, with occasional breaks. After participating in the Freak Offs, she then went on to describe how she spent “a significant portion of her life” recovering from drug use and dehydration.
The singer remarked, “The “Freak Offs” became a job where there was no time to recover and just try to feel normal once more. When questioned about how she managed to stay awake for such a long time, Cassie responded, “In truth, the drugs helped.”
She then went on to explain how Diddy gave her cocaine or ecstasy before giving evidence. According to Cassie’s testimony, Diddy allegedly would set the conclusion of the Freak Offs.
She explained to the court how she believed that “hopefully that would be the last one” during one particular “session” and how she had “believed it might be the last one.”
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Teny Geragos, a defense barrister, acknowledged Combs’ history of violence, including a 2016 hotel attack on Cassie that was captured on camera. She argued in court that it is inadmissible what Combs did to Cassie on the videotape. It is not a case of sex trafficking. It demonstrates domestic violence, indeed.
According to Ms. Geragos, the musician is “a very flawed individual but still not a racketeer, trafficker, or someone transporting for prostitution.”
Ilerioluwa Aloba’s father, Joseph Aloba, is the father of the late singer, Mohbad, and has requested that the Lagos State government prosecute his daughter-in-law Omowunmi Aloba along with other people who have been charged in the coroner’s inquest into his son’s death.
Aloba requested the request in a letter sent to the state’s Attorney-General and Justice Commissioner, Lawal Pedro, SAN, by his attorney, Wahab Shittu, SAN.
He also demanded that Feyisayo Ogedengbe, an auxiliary nurse, be charged with killing Mohbad shortly before his death.
The attorney further urged the state to bring charges against those who were present in the apartment at the time of Mohbad’s death, particularly those who had facilited the auxiliary nurse’s invitation or who failed to treat him right away.
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The auxiliary nurse’s actions were “unlawful and professionally negligent,” according to the coroner, Magistrate Taofikat Shotobi, in July 2025.
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Ogedengbe was cited for giving an injection without a doctor’s prescription in the Coroner’s recommendation for criminal prosecution.
Additionally, Magistrate Shotobi held Mohbad’s wife accountable for taking him home rather than visiting a hospital for treatment.
Peace, Feel Good, and KPK (Ko Por Ke), two popular hit songs, were released by Mohbad (R).
More than two months have passed and the Lagos State Government has not yet filed charges against those named, despite the coroner’s verdict’s clear findings and recommendations.
Despite the conclusive judicial findings, Aloba’s attorney expressed concern that the authorities had not yet taken any legal action.
Given the high sensitivity of the case and the attention it has received from the public, the attorney urged the Attorney-General to exercise his prosecutorial authority by bringing charges against the suspects within 14 days.
According to Shittu, “Our client, as a bereaved father who seeks justice,” is deeply troubled by the fact that, since the verdict was delivered on July 11, 2025, no legal action has been taken against the named individuals despite the clear indictments contained in the Coroner’s Verdict.
After sustaining a recurring groin injury, Lamine Yamal will not play in Spain’s World Cup qualifiers against Georgia and Bulgaria this month, according to Barcelona, according to a statement released on Friday.
Following Wednesday’s 2-1 defeat to Paris Saint-Germain in the Champions League, the 18-year-old winger is expected to miss up to three weeks.
After the game against PSG, Barcelona said on Friday, “The pain reappeared.” “The recovery period is expected to take two to three weeks.”
Yamal was immediately confirmed by Spain and removed from their list after Barcelona made the statement following Yamal’s inclusion in the national squad.
Yamal made his first start since August against PSG after missing four games with a groin injury. Barcelona coach Hansi Flick criticized him for playing in the World Cup qualifiers in September.
Lamine Yamal (C), a Barcelona forward, and Lamine Yamal (C), react with teammates after the Estadi Olimpic Lluis Companys’ FC Barcelona and Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) UEFA Champions League phase day 2 football game in Barcelona on October 1, 2025. (Photo by Josep LAGO/AFP)
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After criticizing the national team’s handling of the teenager, Spain coach Luis de la Fuente earlier on Friday stated that he had no issues with Flick.
“Sports and football always have a risk.” He assumes those risks if he plays for his club. De la Fuente referred to Yamal as “completely normal situations,” adding that.
Lamine Yamal, a Barcelona’s #10 Spanish forward, runs the ball during the Estadi Olimpic Lluis Companys’ UEFA Champions League Division 2 football game against FC Barcelona on October 1, 2025. (Photo by Josep LAGO/AFP)
“Flick and I don’t have a conflict. Because he hascoached the national team and I thought he had that empathy, De la Fuente said after announcing his squad for the upcoming qualifiers.
“We are playing for World Cup (qualification),” you may know from our two crucial matches. They appear to be playing in the background and discussing Flick.
The fact that we are competing in the World Cup is what really matters. The rest is unimportant. Everyone made up their minds, and that is it.
No Morata, Carvajal, or Williams.
Yamal’s ability to play the Clasico against Real Madrid on October 26 is also questioned by his most recent injury.
After a slow start to the season at Como, Spain will also be without Nico Williams and Dani Carvajal next week.
Williams, an athletic Bilbao winger, hasn’t played since picking up a groin injury in the 6-0 win over Turkey. His team reportedly requested that his playing time be managed because he was sore.
In January, Napoli will take the lead in the race to sign Kobbie Mainoo, while Barcelona and Liverpool are interested in Bayern Munich defender Dayot Upamecano.
In January’s transfer window, clubs in the Saudi Pro League and Europe are interested in signing Portugal midfielder, but Manchester United’s resolve to keep its captain, 31-year-old Bruno Fernandes, will face scrutiny for it. (Manchester Evening News)
In January, Napoli will be the first team to sign England international Kobbie Mainoo, 20, from Manchester United. (Tuttomercatoweb – in Italian)
When Dayot Upamecano’s contract at Bayern Munich expires in the summer, Barcelona will compete with Liverpool to sign him. (Spanish phrase for “fichajes”)
Gabriel Jesus, 28, is expected to make an offer for around £30 million, with Everton a potential summer transfer for the Brazilian international. (Teamtalk)
Elliot Anderson, a 22-year-old England international, has been sold to Newcastle and is a great asset. (Mail)
Nahuel Molina, 27, and his right-back partnership with Atletico Madrid are being looked after by Manchester City. (Teamtalk)
After a brief spell at Bayer Leverkusen, former Manchester United boss Erik ten Hag could replace fellow Dutchman Johnny Heitinga at the club’s former club Ajax with a sensational return to management. (De Telegraaf via Goal)
Federico Chiesa, the 27-year-old Italian international, was always happy to stay at Anfield this season despite interest from international clubs in his native country. (The Athletic is required to subscribe)
Daichi Kamada, 29, is wanted by Crystal Palace because his contract is set to expire next summer. (Sky Sports)
Jurrien Timber, 24, who has opened negotiations with the Gunners, is one of the clubs interested in Bayern Munich. (Caughtoffside)
When Ross Wilson steps down as Newcastle‘s new director of football, he will be responsible for reviewing the club’s summer transfer strategy. (I-subscription is necessary)
Benjamin Kalu, the deputy speaker of the House of Representatives, has lamented the destruction of the Lagos Trade Fair Complex and described the procedure as heartbreaking.
President Bola Tinubu traveled to Abia State on Friday to commission projects being carried out by the Governor Alex Otti administration.
The Minister of Works, David Umahi, represented the president at the gathering.
Our hearts bleed as a result of the destruction, demolition of our brothers’ homes and offices in Lagos, Kalu said.
Kalu pleaded with Lagos authorities to intervene and give defaulters time to review their documents before losing their homes.
“I’m asking the governor of Lagos State (Babajide Sanwo-Olu) to keep accommodating our brothers for some of them who have not received the right document.”
Let them enter the room and examine some of these documents. Homes are being destroyed in this difficult time, which bleeds our hearts. However, he said, “I know that Mr. President, who cares about the Igbos, will listen to the Igbos’ desires.”
The deputy speaker further urged the federal government to prioritize port expansion in the South East to boost the region’s trading economy.
“We should probably have a new port in the South East,” he said. We need a port because South Easterners are traders, he continued.
The Trade Fair Complex in Lagos has begun the demolition of unsafe and illegal structures, and Kalu’s plea comes as a result.
The Lagos State Building Control Agency, the Urban Renewal Agency, the Lagos State Building Control Agency, the Physical Planning Permit Authority, and the Ministry of Physical Planning participated in the operation on September 25.
Read more about the demolition at the Lagos Trade Fair: Commissioners claim there is no ethno-ethnic coloration and it is purely technical.
Jubril Gawat, the aide to Governor Sanwo-Olu, confirmed the exercise, stating that it “targeted” illegal developments, structures without statutory approvals, defective structures, and structures constructed on roads setbacks and drainages.
The Office of Infrastructure, Lagos State House of Assembly members, security personnel, and other parties were in charge of the demolition.
No Ethnic Coloration: The Lagos Government Says.
The Lagos State Government has defended the demolition, arguing that technical and legal requirements predominated over the decision-making process.
Olumide Otuyinka, the state’s commissioner for physical planning and urban development, claimed Lagos had engaged in similar enforcement.
He refuted the claim of ethnic targeting and told Channels Television’s The Morning Brief, “That is not true.” Owode Onirin, Idumota, and Ikeja are our destinations. It is uncolored in any way ethnically. We simply need to do our work, after all. Nothing here is ethnic; it is purely technical.
He claimed that even in troubled areas, enforcement was carried out, and that he had personally led a team that visited a white cap chief’s palace. For all of us, this is Nigeria. You must adhere to the laws of that location when you are there. It’s really that easy. “
Without the proper investigation, the commissioner accused the Trade Fair Management of “leasing land” to private developers. He claimed that contractors did not obtain permits for construction, citing a three-story building that was constructed just two feet from the street’s kerb and had doors that opened onto the street.
Otuyinka argued that defaulters had ample time to comply. He claimed that officers who served notices were harassed and even detained while they were there in March 2024.
They knew we were coming, but that’s not new. We allowed defaulters to do so. They must abide by the law, he added.
