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The police reported that on April 9, the assailants attacked the DPO with cutlasses and other dangerous weapons while she was traveling on Otedola Bridge. The attackers stole her phone and left her with a cutlass wound on her back.

Acting on intelligence, the police discovered that the suspects were staying at a hotel in the Akute, Ajuwon area of Ogun State. A raid was conducted, leading to the arrest of the ringleader, Tochukwu Nonso, 29, also known as Thug Life, along with his accomplice, Chidera Christopher, 25.

The investigation revealed that the suspects forcibly took the DPO’s phone before inflicting a deep cut on her. It was also found that the ringleader had been robbing on the bridge for over five years, frequently changing his accomplices.

Lagos police spokesperson Benjamin Hundeyin confirmed their arrest.

THREE WOMEN DIAGNOSED WITH HIV AFTER RECEIVING VAMPIRE FACIALS AT AN UNLICENSED CLINIC

Health

Jay Fiona

April 30, 2024

THREE WOMEN DIAGNOSED WITH HIV AFTER RECEIVING VAMPIRE FACIALS AT AN UNLICENSED CLINIC

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Three women were diagnosed with HIV after undergoing “vampire facial” procedures at an unlicensed medical spa in New Mexico, according to a report by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). This marks the first known instance of individuals contracting HIV through cosmetic needle services.

The investigation began when a woman in her 40s was diagnosed with HIV, prompting scrutiny of the spa’s practices. The CDC report revealed that between 2018 and 2023, the spa allegedly reused disposable equipment meant for single use. Although the risk of HIV transmission through unsterile injections is well-documented, this is the first recorded case involving cosmetic procedures.

HIV, once diagnosed, can damage immune system cells, impairing the body’s ability to combat infections and diseases. While there is no cure, highly effective drug treatments are available.

A “vampire facial,” or platelet-rich plasma microneedling, involves drawing a client’s blood, separating its components, and using tiny needles to inject the plasma back into the face to rejuvenate the skin.

The New Mexico spa was shut down in 2018 after the state health department initiated an investigation, and its owner was prosecuted for practicing medicine without a license. The CDC’s Morbidity and Mortality report underscores the importance of customers inquiring about infection control practices at cosmetic procedure facilities.

WIZKID AND DAVIDO ENGAGE IN HEATED ONLINE DISPUTE

Entertainment

Jay Fiona

April 30, 2024

WIZKID AND DAVIDO ENGAGE IN HEATED ONLINE DISPUTE

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The online altercation between Nigerian music heavyweights Wizkid and Davido on April 29, 2024, has stunned fans and the music industry alike. The feud ignited during an interactive session Wizkid held with his fans, during which he referred to Don Jazzy as merely an influencer and mocked Davido by sharing a viral video of him crying.

Davido quickly responded on his X account with a snide comment, “they don forget your gbedu,” insinuating that Wizkid’s music no longer resonates with the audience. This triggered a heated exchange, with Wizkid delivering a scathing reply that insulted Davido and his associate, Perruzi. He called Perruzi a “pant washer” and dismissed Davido’s musical prowess, stating, “U and all ur crew plus ur pant washer songwriter go to sleep at night thinking you actually got anything on me in music wish u all well.”

The back-and-forth intensified as Wizkid labeled Davido delusional, to which Davido retorted by calling Wizkid a sick man. In a move that further fueled the fire, Wizkid reposted the crying video of Davido and criticized him for allegedly squandering his influence and endorsement deals.

The exchange continued with Wizkid belittling Davido by calling him an influencer who relies on a songwriter, while Davido retaliated by calling Wizkid a “4ft man” who shops at Kids Footlocker, challenging him to release a solo track by Friday. Wizkid, in turn, dared Davido to release a song he wrote himself.

This dramatic confrontation has left fans bewildered, especially since the two artists seemed to be on good terms as recently as December 2023, when they were seen partying together and Davido promoted Wizkid’s project ‘S2’. The unexpected clash has certainly marked a significant moment in the contemporary Nigerian music scene.