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Three months after clinching TheFLEA Awards, Jerry Mallo, Tony Elumelu shine at TFAA

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Barely three months after being named the Underrated Impactful Angel Award of the Year at the maiden edition of The Freelanews Leadership & Entrepreneurship Awards, TheFLEA Awards, a 27yr old Nigerian born fabrication engineer and CEO of Bennie Technologies Ltd, Jerry Mallo, has yet again emerged the recipient of The Future Awards Africa, TFAA’s Prize for Entrepreneurship.

In what serves as a testament that TheFLEA Awards only encourages the deserving, Mallo was not alone.

The founder of The Tony Elumelu Foundation, Tony Onyemaechi Elumelu, through his foundation and UBA Group was named Most Impactful CSR Initiative of the Decade (Africa) at TheFLEA Awards, has clinched TFAA’s Prize for Service to Young People.

The glamourous event held at the Federal Palace Hotels in Lagos on Sunday night.

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Hosted by past TFAA winner and On-Air Personality, Nancy Isime, this year’s Awards was themed ‘Challengers and Builders’.

It sought to recognise young Nigerians aged 18 and 31 who have challenged the norm and made noteworthy contributions in their respective fields.

Celebrity guests at the event included activist and co-founder of the #BringBackourGirls movement, Aisha Yesufu; Disc Jockey, DJ Nana; entertainer, Denrele Edun; actors, Toyin Abraham and Ini Edo; comedians and media personalities, Debo ‘Mr Macaroni’ Adedayo, Bukunmi ‘Kie Kie’ Ilori and Josh ‘Josh2Funny’ Alfred.

Others were Emmanuel ‘Mr Funny’ Ejekwu, Chioma ‘Chigul’ Omeruah, Julius Agu; fashion designer, Mai Atafo; CEO, Flying Doctors, Dr Ola Brown, and others.

The Awards also featured performances from Peruzzi, Reekado Banks, T-Classic, Naomi Mac, and Esther Benyeogo.

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See full list of winners below:

Prize for content creation

Tayo Aina (29) – WINNER

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Isaac ‘Zicsaloma’ Aloma (30)

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Onyekelu ‘Jenni Frank’ Jennifer Ebere (27)

Apaokagi ‘Taaooma’ Maryam (22)

Emmanuel ‘Mr Funny’ Ejekwu (26)

Tobi ‘Street Church’ Oreoluwa (31)

Prize for advocacy & activism

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Wilson Atumeyi (29) – WINNER

Solomon Ayodele (29)

Rinu Oduala (23)

Fatima Tafoki (24)

Naima Idris Usman (27)

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Shedrack Danladi (29)

Prize for community action

Tunde Onakoya (27) – WINNER

Vera David-Emesiobum (31)

Blessing Ingyape (31)

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Saratu Ishaya Abdullahi (27)

Aliyu Sadiq (24)

Ibrahim ‘Flag boy’ Adebanjo Akinwunmi (25)

Prize for music

Temilade ‘Tems’ Openiyi (26) – WINNER

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Joseph ‘Joeboy’ Akinwale (24)

Adedamola ‘Fireboy’ Adefolahan (26)

Oyinkansola ‘Ayra Starr’ Aderibigbe (19)

Chukwuka ‘Ckay’ Ekweani (26)

Stanley ‘Omah Lay’ Didia (24)

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Daniel ‘BNXN’ Benson (24)

Prize for professional service

Khalil Nur Khalil (28) – WINNER

Adeyemi Adetunji (29)

Daphne Akatugba (31)

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David Oyawoye (24)

Abiodun Animashaun (30)

Blossom Egbude (24)

Prize for acting

Bimbo Ademoye (30) WINNER

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Teniola Aladese (28)

Maryam Yahhaya (24)

Nengi Adoki (31)

Temi Ami-Williams (24)

Emeka Nwagbaraocha (24)

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Abayomi Alvin (27)

Prize for journalism

S.I Ohumu (26) – WINNER

Abdulbaqi Aliyu Jari (30)

Laila Johnson-Salami (25)

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Yvonne Okhaifoh (28)

Chisom Peter Job (19)

Agbaje Ayomide (22)

Elfredah Kevin-Alerechi (32)

Prize for lawyers

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Oyinkansola ‘Foza’ Fawehinmi (25)- WINNER

Mobolaji Oriola (27)

Damilola Wright (29)

Iredumare Opeyemi (32)

Oluwaseun Ayansola (27)

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Kelechi Ibe (27)

Prize for film

Kayode Kasum (30) – WINNER

Akay Mason (28)

Dada ‘Oluwadabest’ Temitope (29)

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Victor Edem (25)

Nora Awolowo (22)

Abdul Tijani ‘Abdul TJ” Ahmed (27)

Prize for entrepreneurship

Jerry Mallo (27) – WINNER

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Omoye Abulimen (28)

Olatunji Adenike Rukayat (28)

Lade Lois Olaiya (27)

Jumoke Dada (27)

Ore Runsewe (31)

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Joel Ogunsola (28)

Prize for technology

Kennedy Ekezie (24) WINNER

Abubakar Nur Khalil (22)

Dare Adekoya (22)

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Yanmo Omoregbe (28)

Timi Ajiboye (28)

Hanu Fejiro (26)

Eluan Ben (24)

Prize for art and literature

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Chigozie Obi (24)- WINNER

Mayowa ‘Shutabug’ Alabi (27)

Niyi Okeowo (27)

Renike Olusanya (27)

Eloghosa Osunde (29)

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T.J Benson (30)

Arinze Ifeakandu (27)

Prize for health and wellness

Dr. Cassandra Akinde (30) – WINNER

Dr. Chinonso ‘Aproko Dr’ Egemba (31)

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Dr. Chioma ‘Dr Zobo’ Nwakanma (29)

Dr. Princess Ifeoma Ike (29)

Dr. Opeyemi Adeyemi (29)

Dinatu Emmanuel Ishaka (26)

Odunola Olabintan (25)

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Prize for young person of the year

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Andrea Iyamah (Nigeria) (28) – WINNER

Mohamed Salah (Egypt) (29)

Angeline Makore (Zimbabwe) (32)

Jerry Mallo (Nigeria) (27)

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Lelise Neme (Ethiopia) (29)

Prize for fashion

Weiz Dhurm Franklyn (30) – WINNER

King Davids (28)

Temitayo Ilesanmi Nathan (28)

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Seun Olopade (28)

Bolajo Fawehinmi (30)

Mariam Afolabi (28)

Davou Pwajok (24)

Prize for academic achievement

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Mufid Sulaiman Abubakar (29)

Ikanna Okim (23)

Asaka Ewerechukwu Favour (21)

Goodness Adesewa (24)

Uchechi Promise Echefu (29)

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Joseph Oloruntola Adeola (28)

Uzoaku Odinachukwu Amadi (24)

Joy Adesina (24)

Elizabeth Ekeoseye (21)

Prize for service to young people

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Femi Falana

Tony Elumelu

Aisha Yesufu

Dr Akintoye Akindele

Ooni Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi

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Atedo Peterside

Olowogboyega A. Olayemi

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Ogun man arrested for allegedly setting wife ablaze after dispute

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Ogun man sets wife ablaze

A 55-year-old man has been arrested in Ogun State for allegedly setting his wife on fire following a dispute, sparking police investigation.

 

 

In a shocking incident of domestic violence, the Ogun State police have apprehended a 55-year-old man, Olubunmi Johnson, who allegedly set his wife ablaze following a disagreement in the Ota area of Ogun State.

The horrifying event reportedly took place at around 8:30 pm on Friday at their residence on Fagbuyi Street, Ilogbo, leaving the community in distress.

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Johnson allegedly doused his wife, Kikelomo, with petrol before setting her on fire during an argument. Neighbours and witnesses rushed Kikelomo to the hospital, though her current condition remains undisclosed.

Police Public Relations Officer, Omolola Odutola, confirmed the incident on Monday, explaining that officers from the Ilogbo Division responded swiftly after receiving a report from the victim’s relatives.

“The police officers from the Ilogbo Division quickly took action, resulting in the arrest of the 55-year-old suspect,” Odutola stated.

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Odutola added that while the exact cause of the dispute remains unclear, an investigation into the incident is underway, with charges of attempted murder being considered.

“The husband doused his wife’s body with petrol and set her on fire with a match. Witnesses to the incident immediately rushed her to the hospital,” she explained.

Johnson is now in custody as police examine the circumstances leading to this tragic case of domestic violence.

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This incident has sparked concerns across Ogun State about domestic violence, with many calling for more robust measures to address and prevent such acts.

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Ukraine receives bodies of 563 fallen soldiers in major repatriation effort

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Ukraine soldiers repatriation

Ukraine announced the repatriation of 563 soldiers’ bodies from Russia, marking one of the largest returns of fallen troops since the war began.

 

 

Ukraine confirmed on Friday that it had successfully received the bodies of 563 soldiers from Russian authorities, primarily troops who died in combat in the Donetsk region.

The exchange marks one of the largest returns of deceased Ukrainian servicemen since Russia’s invasion in 2022 and remains a rare area of cooperation between Kyiv and Moscow amidst the ongoing conflict.

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The Coordination Headquarters for the Treatment of Prisoners of War announced the repatriation, stating, “The bodies of 563 fallen Ukrainian defenders were returned to Ukraine.”

According to the report, 320 of the remains came from the contested eastern Donetsk region, with 89 soldiers identified as having fallen near Bakhmut.

This town became a focal point of the conflict last year, where Russia seized control following a prolonged and deadly battle.

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In addition to the returns from Donetsk, the statement indicated that 154 bodies were returned from morgues inside Russia. This return highlights the humanitarian efforts involved, even as both nations continue to face intense hostilities.

Despite the heavy toll on both sides, neither Russia nor Ukraine has publicly released the total number of military personnel killed.

As the war continues, these periodic exchanges of fallen soldiers’ bodies and prisoners represent a limited yet significant area where the two sides maintain direct communication.

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Lagos State launches manhunt for driver who set LASTMA officer on fire

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Lagos State manhunt for LASTMA officer attacker

Lagos authorities launch manhunt for driver who set LASTMA officer ablaze during traffic stop, aiming to bring suspects to justice swiftly.

 

The Lagos State Government has commenced an intensive search for the driver responsible for setting a Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) officer on fire during a confrontation in the Mile 2 area on Tuesday.

The driver, whose identity remains unknown, reportedly resisted arrest after LASTMA operatives apprehended him for a traffic violation.

 

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In an alarming escalation, the driver doused petrol on his vehicle and LASTMA officers, setting the bus and one of the officials ablaze before fleeing the scene.

The LASTMA spokesperson, Adebayo Taofiq, confirmed the incident in a statement, explaining that the suspect and his assistant became hostile after being stopped for violating traffic rules.

Adebayo detailed that as officers approached the driver, he attempted to evade capture by setting his vehicle and nearby officers on fire.

The incident left one officer with severe burns, requiring immediate medical attention at a nearby hospital.

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While the injured officer was initially discharged, he experienced a deterioration in his condition early on Wednesday, resulting in an urgent readmission to the hospital.

“He was discharged after treatment but began experiencing intense pain around 3 am, which prompted a return to the hospital,” Adebayo reported.

The disturbing incident highlights the risks faced by LASTMA officers in their efforts to maintain road safety and compliance. In response, LASTMA has intensified its efforts to identify and arrest the driver and his assistant.

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“We have the vehicle’s registration number, and serious efforts are ongoing to apprehend the driver and his assistant,” said Adebayo. The government has assured the public that it will not relent until justice is served.

LASTMA has also issued a strong warning to commercial and private drivers, urging compliance with traffic regulations and respect for LASTMA officers.

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The agency underscored its commitment to upholding order on Lagos roads in line with the Lagos State Transport Sector Reform Law of 2018, stating that it will respond decisively to any acts of violence or intimidation against its officers.

The attack has prompted widespread condemnation and sparked a conversation about the safety of traffic management officers in Lagos, with officials calling for stricter measures to ensure the security of LASTMA personnel while they carry out their duties.

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