Following the release of a disturbing video that prompted questions about Goodluck Ihemnacho’s resignation as the administrator of the Ahoada East Local Government Area in Rivers State, Controversy has followed his reported resignation.
In the letter of resignation addressed to Vice Admiral Ibok-Ete Ibas, the sole administrator, resigned. Ihemnacho was quoted as appreciating the opportunity to serve.
The letter read in part, “I humbly write to your noble office to inform you that I resign as the administrator of Ahoada East LGA. My sincere thanks go to the government of Rivers State and the good people of Ahoada East for recognizing my merits from April 11 to July 2025.”
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Given that July 20th is still a month away, this raises some questions.
However, a video of a man being brutally beaten by a group of unidentified people went viral online on Saturday evening.
He was repeatedly struck with canes while he was filmed in the video being filmed yelling at him to “sign that thing” and “put your signature” while he was clearly distressed and in pain.
He appeared to be holding a pen while he was spotted with two documents, which are thought to be resignation letters.
Mr. Alabi Umegbewe, the council secretary, was also dragged into the room and assaulted, later identified as the second man.
Officially, there is no dispute about the video’s authenticity, and sources said the attack may not be connected to the upcoming local government elections.
The absence of the two mobile police officers that are attached to the council administrator has also caused concerns.
Further questions about possible complicity or dereliction of duty were raised by a source who claimed both officers were “eating” at the time of the incident.
No official statement regarding the incident was made by the police or the Rivers State government at the time of filing this report.
Ihemnacho’s mobile phone has been off since Saturday, so he could not be reached for comment.
Billy Ray Cyrus and Elizabeth Hurley were out in London to support his daughter Miley when he stepped out with him.
Elizabeth and Billy Ray put on a loved-up display(Image: CRYSTAL PIX / BACKGRID)
Billy Ray Cyrus and Elizabeth Hurley reportedly fell in love while visiting Covent Garden together. The two met in London together to support Miley’s daughter, the musician.
The duo were out and about on Saturday as they jetted to the capital for the weekend to watch The Miley Cyrus Something Beautiful theatrical experience at the Odeon Theatre.
After revealing their relationship back in April, they both appeared to be just as enthralled as ever. Miley herself made an appearance as well, along with Elizabeth’s son Damian.
With a plunging neckline, shoulder pads, and a multicolored, sparkly wrap mini-dress, Elizabeth looked as glamorous as ever. While Billy chose a distressed jeans and boots, red-printed oversized shirt.
Liz and Billy are now an item(Image: Getty Images)
Damian wore a black ripped mesh long-sleeved top and leather trousers as he joined the couple. Billy and Elizabeth first crossed paths when they were working on 2022’s Christmas in Paradise before confirming that they were an item in April.
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Before Billy’s disclosure, Liz reached out to him during a difficult time, which led to their romance. He said, “Wow, can life get any tougher? ” Is it even tougher? You can’t get knocked down any flatter than lying on your back when life is kicking you, in my opinion. And a friend reached out at this precise moment.
Liz Hurley and Billy Ray Cyrus surprised fans with their unlikely romance(Image: INSTAGRAM)
Billy Ray claimed that Elizabeth’s message read, “Hey, it seems like life might be a little tough, and I just wanted to let you know I’m in your corner, you’ve got a friend in your corner.”
Billy claimed that the message was untrue and that he didn’t have the number saved. He responded, “So I text back and head over to ‘Who is this?’ And it’s similar to Elizabeth Hurley. This friend who made me laugh was the one who reached out to me in that moment that perhaps I needed most.
Elizabeth spoke about what some people have called an odd coupling at the Breast Cancer Research Foundation’s Hot Pink Party in New York City in an interview. She stated on Page Six, “I think people found Billy and I being together a little unexpected.
We actually get along very well and aren’t surprising me. There has been a lot of action.
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She then continued, “We both enjoy the country and we both enjoy laughing a lot.” And we both adore romantic films and country music. We definitely share a lot of similarities, and that includes cowboy boots.
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On June 25, Glastonbury 2025 will debut with some of the biggest acts in the world performing in concert at the venue.
The Prime Minister doesn’t believe it’s appropriate to have Kneecap play Glastonbury(Image: AP)
Kneecap should be axed from Glastonbury lineup, according to Prime Minister Keir Starmer. The band was scheduled to perform at the 2025 festival, but due to recent events, the PM doesn’t believe it would be appropriate.
He made the statement after Kneecap member Liam g hAnnaidh, who was facing a terror offence, appeared in court. This alleged connection to him allegedly displaying a flag and making remarks at a concert in support of the terrorist organization Hezbollah, which is prohibited.
Since Liam hAnnaidh is able to play at Glastonbury, he goes by the stage name Mo Chara and was delayed until later in the summer. The festival will begin on June 25 and continue until June 30.
The band is due to perform at the festival(Image: Redferns)
Starmer was asked by The Sun if he thinks Kneecap should perform at the annual festival. He said: “No, I don’t. I think we need to come down really clearly on this. I won’t say too much, because there’s a court case on, but I don’t think that’s appropriate.” The band are scheduled to perform on the West Holts Stage on Saturday.
Since the incident, O hAnnaidh has been supported by Naoise O Caireallain and JJ O Dochartaigh, the other band members. They stated in a court statement that “we can see you there on Saturday at 4pm for anyone coming to Glastonbury.”
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“If you can’t be there we’ll be on the BBC. Most importantly: free, free Palestine.” Liam Ó hAnnaidh has denied the allegations. Shortly after the charges, the band said in a statement: “”We deny this ‘offence’ and will vehemently defend ourselves. This is political policing. This is a carnival of distraction. We are not the story. Genocide is. As they profit from genocide, they use an ‘anti-terror law’ against us for displaying a flag thrown on stage.”
Prosecutor Michael Bisgrove summarised the allegations, saying: “It’s not about Mr Óg Ó hAnnaidh’s support for the people of Palestine or his criticism of Israel.
Keir has called for the band not to play(Image: Getty Images)
He is, as any other person, fully entitled to voice his opinions and show his solidarity. The video recording from a separate incident in this case shows that Mr. O hAnnaidh wore and displayed the flag of Hezbollah, a prohibited terrorist organization, while saying, “Up Hamas, up Hezbollah,” according to him.
Starmer’s comments came as Conservative Party leader Kemi Badenoch said she thought the BBC “should not be showing” Kneecap’s performance at the festival.
In an X-post, Badenoch claimed that “The BBC shouldn’t be showing Kneecap propaganda.” One Kneecap band member is currently being held on bail and charged with terrorism. The BBC shouldn’t be praising extremism because it is a publicly traded platform.
The BBC will provide extensive music coverage from Glastonbury, according to a BBC spokesperson. The festival’s organisers have booked musicians for the event. Our plans will ensure that our programming will adhere to our editorial guidelines, even though the BBC doesn’t outlaw artists. In the weeks leading up to the festival, decisions will be made regarding our output.
The Mirror have contacted Glastonbury for comment. Glastonbury is due to kick off this Wednesday where some of the world’s biggest music artists will perform.
Fans of the event believe that a secret act may be performing on stage. People are persuaded that the singer’s band will play the secret set as an American rock legend arrives in London just days before Worthy Farm’s festivities begin.
The iconic music festival is returning on Wednesday, with British pop band The 1975, folk star Neil Young and his band the Chrome Hearts, and US pop singer Olivia Rodrigo headlining. Fans are convinced Patchwork are in fact The Foo Fighters, thanks to Dave Grohl being spotted in London recently.
At the Royal Albert Hall’s Yeah Yeah Yeahs concert, he was seen backstage. He has never been a fan of surprise Glastonbury sets.
His band’s first major UK performance since the band’s drummer Taylor Hawkins’ passing in 2022 was The Churn Ups, which they performed at the Somerset festival in 2023.
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David “Syd” Lawrence,” a fast bowler for England and Gloucestershire, passed away at the age of 61.
The first black cricket player to play for England in the country was Lawrence, who was born in the UK last year.
He was raised money and raised awareness of the condition and was later named MBE in the King’s Birthday Honours.
In his 16-year Gloucestershire career, Lawrence took 625 wickets in 280 games and played in five Test matches for England.
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In 1981, he made his first-class debut for the county, earning the nickname “Syd” in honor of the British bandleader.
In his 1988 Test debut against Sri Lanka at Lord’s, Lawrence added three wickets.
Before returning to England in 1991, Lawrence took 14 wickets in three Tests and played his only one-day international that summer, a bowler who could reach extreme pace.
However, a serious knee injury that occurred during England’s winter game against New Zealand severely curbed his career.
Before being elected Gloucestershire’s club president in 2022, he later owned a nightclub and competed in amateur bodybuilding.
He remained in the position after receiving his MND diagnosis last year, and he has actively fought for those who suffer from the disease.
Lawrence claimed in an interview with BBC Breakfast that he had spoken with former England and Leeds rugby league player Rob Burrow after his own diagnosis and that he had been inspired by his own experience with the illness, which came to an end earlier this year.
When Gloucestershire won the T20 Blast last year, James Bracey presented the trophy to Lawrence in emotional scenes.
During a “Pink4Syd” day on Friday during a T20, Gloucestershire’s players and supporters donned pink.
In Syd’s Voice: The Extraordinary Life of Syd Lawrence, Lawrence’s autobiography, discusses the highlights of his career and special events and life memories.
He divorces his wife Gaynor, leaving his son Buster, a former professional rugby player.
His family said Syd, a proud Gloucestershire man, “a braved man who struggled with every challenge and every opportunity, and his most recent victory against MND was no exception.”
A formidable adversary and a fierce competitor
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Former England spinner Phil Tufnell described Lawrence as a “great man” and “fierce competitor” on BBC Test Match Special.
Tufnell continued, “He was a sight to behold coming in with the ball in his hand.” He “had no room for error on the field,” according to his assertion.
He was one of my closest friends. Despite being intimidating, the person has a heartwarming sense of humor. He would make everyone laugh, laugh, and tell a story in the room.
Every ball Lawrence delivered, according to BBC cricket commentator Jonathan Agnew, “sounded like an explosion of energy.”
Syd was “absolutely proud to be chosen for England,” he continued. “He never left anything out there.”
He was “a dear man,” he said. He always had a smile between every ball and was so entertaining on the field.
Mark Butcher, a former England star, described Lawrence as a “full-throttle, big-hearted individual “who” wore his heart on his sleeve.
When you first met him, there was a genuine sense of his passion for his career, Butcher said to Sky Sports. “Every time you met him, there was a warmth there.
The England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) also paid tribute to a “pioneer fast bowler” whose career and character forever changed English cricket, and hailed Lawrence’s 5-106 against the West Indies at the Oval in 1991 as his “best moment” for his country.
“His impact on the game went beyond the boundary ropes,” said ECB chair Richard Thompson.
He won over crowds with his pace and enthusiasm as a fast bowler. He became a powerful voice for inclusion and representation in our sport as a leader and advocate who broke barriers and led change.
A pioneer, a mentor, and a resilience symbol
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Gloucestershire expressed their sadness over the passing of “a club icon – known for his thunderous run-up, fearless fast bowling, and ever-present energy.”
They referred to him as a “pioneer, mentor, and resilience symbol,” and added that “his contributions will never be forgotten.”
In 170 first-class matches for the county, Lawrence took 477 wickets at 31.27, besting him 7 for 47 against Warwickshire.
“First of all, everyone at the club extends their sincere condolences to Syd’s family, who so generously supported him during his illness. We will support them in any way possible as a club, according to Gloucestershire club president Peter Matthews.
On and off the field, Syd was a true Gloucestershire star. He was one of our greatest fast bowlers of all time and, as a player, deservedly, won Test victories while playing for us.
He continued to be a significant part of the club after his retirement, serving as both a kind and active president. He will be greatly missed.
Neil Priscott, the Gloucestershire chief executive, continued, “He was passionate about the impact that cricket can have on people’s lives.
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David “Syd” Lawrence,” a fast bowler for England and Gloucestershire, passed away at the age of 61.
The first black cricket player to play for England in the country was Lawrence, who was born in the UK last year.
He was raised money and raised awareness of the condition and was later named MBE in the King’s Birthday Honours.
In his 16-year Gloucestershire career, Lawrence took 625 wickets in 280 games and played in five Test matches for England.
JavaScript must be enabled in your browser to play this video.
In 1981, he made his first-class debut for the county, earning the nickname “Syd” in honor of the British bandleader.
In his 1988 Test debut against Sri Lanka at Lord’s, Lawrence added three wickets.
Before returning to England in 1991, Lawrence took 14 wickets in three Tests and played his only one-day international that summer, a bowler who could reach extreme pace.
However, a serious knee injury that occurred during England’s winter game against New Zealand severely curbed his career.
Before being elected Gloucestershire’s club president in 2022, he later owned a nightclub and competed in amateur bodybuilding.
He remained in the position after receiving his MND diagnosis last year, and he has actively fought for those who suffer from the disease.
Lawrence claimed in an interview with BBC Breakfast that he had spoken with former England and Leeds rugby league player Rob Burrow after his own diagnosis and that he had been inspired by his own experience with the illness, which came to an end earlier this year.
When Gloucestershire won the T20 Blast last year, James Bracey presented the trophy to Lawrence in emotional scenes.
During a “Pink4Syd” day on Friday during a T20, Gloucestershire’s players and supporters donned pink.
In Syd’s Voice: The Extraordinary Life of Syd Lawrence, Lawrence’s autobiography, discusses the highlights of his career and special events and life memories.
He divorces his son Buster and his wife Gaynor.
His family said Syd, a proud Gloucestershire man, “a braved man who struggled with every challenge and every opportunity, and his most recent victory against MND was no exception.”
