Author: Starnews NG
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Why Eating hot rice may trigger rise in blood sugar levels –Nutritionists
By Miracle Ogunde Nutrition experts have cautioned against intake of hot rice, explaining that it has a high glycemic index, and when consumed by diabetics causes raised blood sugar also known as hyperglycaemia. Accident to them, this condition could result in uncontrolled diabetes and damage to the nerves and blood vessels. Speaking further, the nutritionists…
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Taliban Afghan Taliban govt announces prisoner swap with US
By Miracle Ogunde The Taliban government in Afghanistan has swapped US detainees for an Afghanistan prisoner. AGP reports that this was announced on Tuesday following the deal that was brokered by Qatar. The Afghan foreign ministry said in a statement, “An Afghan fighter, Khan Mohammad, imprisoned in America has been released in exchange for American…
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1,500 Capitol rioters receive pardon from Trump
By Miracle Ogunde More than 1,500 of his supporters who stormed the US Capitol on January 6, 2021, in a bid to overturn the results of the 2020 election, have received pardon from Donald Trump on Monday. This happened just hours after Trump took the oath of office, and also ordered that all pending criminal…
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UK-based Nigerian replaces stolen shoes, wristwatch belonging to Kemi Badenoch’s brother
By Miracle Ogunde Following recent accusations by Kemi Badenoch, leader of the UK’s Conservative Party, that some officers of the NPF stole her brother’s watch and shoes, James Akinwande, a United Kingdom, UK-based Nigerian, has replaced the stolen items. Although, Badenoch did not indicate the year the incident happened in Nigeria, but said, “giving people…
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Man Remanded Over Alleged Plot to Kill Petroleum Minister
A 35-year-old man, Susaine Morgan, has been remanded in custody after being accused of attempting to kill Senator Heineken Lokpobiri, the Minister of State for Petroleum Resources, on New Year’s Day in Bayelsa State. The suspect faces additional charges of possessing two AK-47 rifles without permission. Morgan was caught at the minister’s home in Ekeremor…
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Lagos is for Youths, Not Elders–Balami
By: Bayero Ade Joe Igbokwe, a senior member of the All Progressives Congress (APC), has faced backlash following his comments opposing the suggestion of Seyi Tinubu as a potential governor of Lagos State. According to Afripost, in a Facebook post, Igbokwe dismissed the idea, stating that governance in Lagos is not “a job for the…
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EFCC to Auction 891 Seized Vehicles
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) is set to auction 891 vehicles that were seized in compliance with various laws, including the EFCC (Establishment) Act of 2004 and the Proceeds of Crime Act of 2022. The online auction will begin on January 20, 2025, and end on January 27, 2025. Interested buyers can place…
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Avoid Confrontation With Trump – Ex Minister Advises Tinubu
Bolaji Akinyemi, former Nigerian Foreign Minister, has cautioned President Bola Tinubu to avoid direct conflict with Donald Trump, the newly inaugurated US president. Trump, who took office on January 20, 2025, made controversial promises, including deporting millions of illegal immigrants and reinstating the “Remain in Mexico” policy. Akinyemi, speaking on a television programme, suggested that…
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Court Rejects EFCC’s Request for Arrest Warrant Against Otudeko, Others
Justice Chukwu Jekwu Aneke of the Federal High Court in Ikoyi, Lagos, has denied the EFCC’s request for an arrest warrant for Dr. Oba Otudeko, Dr. Bisi Onasanya, and others due to failure in properly serving them with formal notice. The court ruled that an arrest warrant could not be issued until the defendants had…
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Tension Brews in Ondo Over Oba Selection Dispute
In Alade Idanre, Ondo State, tensions have risen due to an ongoing dispute over the selection of a new Oba, The Nation reports. Nine months after Otunba Benson Akingbaso was chosen by the Ifa oracle and approved by the kingmakers, some local groups are allegedly attempting to install a different candidate. The previous Oba, Oba…