Seidu Rafiwu Completes Guinness World Record Attempt for Longest Walk-A-Thon

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Seidu Rafiwu Completes Guinness World Record Attempt for Longest Walk-A-Thon

Seidu Rafiwu, striving for the Guinness World Record for the longest walk-a-thon, has successfully concluded his attempt for the longest distance covered on foot.

He set off on Saturday, April 27th, trekking 383 km from Techiman to Accra, and wrapped up the 96-hour journey at Independence Square in Osu, Accra, on Tuesday, April 30th.

Initially, there were reports of Rafiwu collapsing during his record attempt, with rumors suggesting that exhaustion caused his collapse upon reaching Konongo township. However, Rafiwu later dismissed these rumors, clarifying that the video circulating on social media captured a moment during his scheduled recovery session conducted by the medical team. During breaks along his journey, the team provided active massages to Rafiwu’s thighs and legs, aiming to relieve any strain or discomfort.

The current walking marathon record, held by America’s Jesse Casteneda, stands at 228.930 kilometers, achieved in Albuquerque, New Mexico, USA, in September 1976.

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Glovo to Cease Operations in Ghana

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Glovo to Cease Operations in Ghana

Glovo has declared its intention to stop its operations in the country.

The multi-category platform, which has been operating in Ghana since 2021, will cease its activities effective May 10th, 2024.

Dima Rasnovsky, Regional General Manager of Glovo Africa, stated, “Following a reassessment of the company’s investment priorities, Glovo has decided to cease operations in Ghana by May 10, 2024. Glovo will focus on growing and strengthening its position in other African countries. We thank our teams, partners and riders in the country for the dedication to growing Glovo in Ghana over the last years.”

For the local team, Glovo pledges to provide severance packages exceeding the minimum legal requirements. All couriers, partners, and customers will receive notification of the closure and relevant updates from Glovo.

Africa holds significant importance for Glovo, with operations spanning Ivory Coast, Kenya, Morocco, Nigeria, Tunisia, and Uganda. The company remains dedicated to its operations in other countries where it currently operates, believing that this decision will enhance its position in those markets.

Glovo, a pioneering multi-category app, connects users with businesses and couriers, offering on-demand services from local restaurants, grocers, supermarkets, and high street retail stores. Established in 2015 in Barcelona, it operates across 23 countries in Europe, Central Asia, and Africa.

Fella Makafui Opens Up About Her Relationship with D Black

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Fella Makafui Opens Up About Her Relationship with D Black

Actress and filmmaker, Fella Makafui, has emphatically rejected any suggestion of romantic involvement with Desmond Kwesi Blackmore, better known as D Black.

Speculations about their relationship surfaced after Medikal announced his split from Fella Makafui following four years of marriage.

In a recent post on X app, Medikal directly labeled D Black as “fake,” sparking speculation until a video surfaced showing D-Black and Fella Makafui smoking in a club. This led to public assumptions linking the video to the couple’s split.

In a later interview, Medikal expressed his dismay over the video, stating that he wouldn’t disrespect another man’s wife and family, as he felt D-Black had done to him. He emphasized his principles of respect and loyalty in such matters.

However, during an interview with Andy Dosty on Daybreak Hitz, Fella Makafui clarified the rumors, emphasizing her platonic relationship with D-Black and urging people to refrain from spreading baseless gossip out of respect for him and his family.

Fella emphasized her resilience against negative narratives, stating she wouldn’t allow falsehoods to affect her. She reiterated her bond with D-Black, describing him as a big brother, and explained her innocent visit to the club with friends from Nigeria, where D-Black offered hospitality with free drinks.

“I don’t allow negative stories to break me. They are not true so why would you allow something false that is being said about you to break you? How would a D Black story break me?”she quizzed.

“Let’s not disrespect D Black and his family. I don’t want to channel my energy into this whole thing. He is like my big brother. I went there with my friends to chill. There were thousands of people in the club,” she added.

Regarding Medikal’s reaction, Fella Makafui chose not to engage, focusing instead on her business ventures for inner peace and declining further controversy.

Currently, Fella is on a media tour promoting her upcoming movie, “Resonance,” premiering on May 11th and June 8th, 2024.

Join Me in Another ‘Dumsor Must Stop’ Vigil – Yvonne Nelson Calls on the General Public

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Join Me in Another ‘Dumsor Must Stop’ Vigil – Yvonne Nelson Calls on the General Public

Actress and advocate, Yvonne Nelson, has issued a heartfelt plea to Ghanaians to rally together for another Dumsor vigil to combat the recent power crisis.

This call comes after Imani declined to collaborate and clarified that they were not directly involved in the 2015 protest she led. In a statement shared on her social media platforms, Yvonne expressed her astonishment at the reappearance of Dumsor after her previous demonstration and stressed the urgent need for national unity to address this critical issue.

Addressing Imani’s stance on the recent call, Yvonne acknowledged that some individuals who supported the 2015 campaign, such as Kofi Bentil from Imani Ghana, may now be aligned with the current government. However, she stressed the importance of transcending political affiliations in the fight against Dumsor.

In her statement, Yvonne detailed the collaborative efforts that were instrumental in the success of the 2015 campaign, highlighting the collective effort required to make a difference. Despite her outreach efforts, she acknowledged that she had yet to receive a response from key individuals at Imani Ghana regarding their interest in supporting another vigil. Consequently, she extended an open invitation to all Ghanaians, organizations, and legal professionals willing to contribute to the cause.

”I have reached out to key individuals from Imani Ghana, including Kofi Bentil and Franklin Cudjoe via WhatsApp text, but I am yet to receive a response regarding their interest in supporting another vigil. Therefore, I am extending an open call to all Ghanaians, organizations, and legal professionals who are willing to join me in pushing for meaningful action to address the current power crisis.

“Together, we can make our voices heard and compel our leaders to prioritize the needs of the Ghanaian people. I appeal to lawyers, volunteers, and concerned citizens to contribute their expertise and support in planning and executing this event because Yvonne Nelson can’t do it alone,” she said.

“Let us unite in our pursuit of a brighter and more prosperous future for our nation,” she added.

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Fella Makafui Opens Up on Why Her Wine Shop Was Closed

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Fella Makafui Opens Up on Why Her Wine Shop Was Closed

Four years back, Actress and filmmaker Fella Makafui launched several businesses, which she proudly showcased on social media and regularly promoted.

These ventures included a clothing store, a wine shop, a beauty line, and real estate development. However, in recent times, her promotion of these businesses has dwindled.

During an interview on Okay FM, Makafui disclosed to Abeku Santana that some of these businesses, like the wine shop, have since closed down. She mentioned giving away some of the wines and consuming the rest. When asked which business didn’t thrive, she singled out the wine shop, explaining, “The business didn’t perform as I had hoped, so we consumed some and gave away the rest.”

Despite its closure, Makafui refrained from labeling it a failure, attributing its lack of success to her diminished passion for the venture. She also mentioned that she oversees four other thriving businesses, particularly highlighting the success of her beauty line.

“I wouldn’t say it was a failed business . I just think I didn’t have much passion for it,”she explained.

Currently, Makafui is on a media tour to promote her upcoming movie, “Resonance,” scheduled to premiere on May 11th, 2024, and June 8th, 2024.

I Took the Public Test with Intent to Commit Suicide Afterwards; I Was Just Leaving Suicide Notes – Joyce Dzidzor Mensah Confesses

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I Took the Public Test with Intent to Commit Suicide Afterwards; I Was Just Leaving Suicide Notes – Joyce Dzidzor Mensah Confesses

Former AIDS Ambassador Joyce Dzidzor Mensah has revealed her struggles with suicidal thoughts in the face of public judgment regarding her HIV status.

After denying being HIV-positive, she underwent a public HIV test in June 2021 upon her return from Germany, only to receive a positive result.

During an interview on Onua FM’s Efie Ne Fie, Mensah admitted to considering suicide because of the relentless public scrutiny and insults regarding her HIV status. She also admitted that her original intention was to take her life following the public test, but she received support from an individual in Germany, causing her to reconsider her decision.

She admitted, “I did that test with the intention that afterward I was going to commit suicide but I changed my mind because I got help from Germany. I was just leaving suicide notes behind through my actions on social media but I got help.”

Reflecting on the assistance she received, Mensah emphasized the importance of her role as a mother, acknowledging the impact her death would have on her children. She added, “The person advised me that I have children who need me and even if I do not love myself, I have children and should think about what they will go through when I die.”

Bobrisky Is in a Shared Male Cell – Nigerian Correctional Service Clarifies

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Bobrisky Is in a Shared Male Cell – Nigerian Correctional Service Clarifies

The Nigerian Correctional Service, Lagos State Command, provided details regarding Bobrisky’s accommodation, stating that he is housed in a shared cell along with other convicted inmates. The spokesperson emphasized that the facility does not have one-bedroom flat or en suite style cells, as the infrastructure consists of shared buildings to accommodate multiple inmates.

“Idris has been allocated a shared cell with other convicted inmates as there are no en-suite or ‘one bedroom flat’ style cells in the Custodial Centre as the cell blocks infrastructure are built as shared buildings, to accommodate multiple inmates.”

Additionally, it was clarified that Bobrisky is being remanded in a male custodial center, adhering to the dress code for male inmates, and receiving standard treatment without any special amenities or privileges.

Regarding the alleged donation of chairs to the correctional center, the spokesperson denied the claim and highlighted that formal documentation would be necessary to verify any such donation, emphasizing the importance of acknowledgment or documentation involving both the donor and the recipient.

R. Kelly’s Appeal Denied: Court Upholds 20-Year Sentence for Child Sex Convictions

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R. Kelly’s Appeal Denied: Court Upholds 20-Year Sentence for Child Sex Convictions

An appeals court has rejected R. Kelly’s attempt to challenge his 20-year sentence for child sex convictions. A Chicago court affirmed the singer’s 20-year prison sentence, ruling that it was appropriate.
He was convicted in 2022 on three charges of producing child sexual abuse images and three charges of enticing minors for sex. Kelly, 57, argued in his appeal that Illinois’ old statute of limitations – which required prosecution within 10 years – should have applied, rather than the current law allowing charges while an accuser is alive.

The appeals court rejected this, labeling it an attempt by Kelly to elude the charges entirely after “employing a complex scheme to keep victims quiet.” He also contended that charges involving one accuser should have been tried separately from the charges tied to three other accusers due to video evidence.

Prosecutors claimed the video showed Kelly abusing a girl. The accuser, identified as Jane, testified for the first time that she was 14 when the video was taken. The three-judge panel from the appeals court noted jurors acquitted Kelly on seven of the 13 counts against him “even after viewing those abhorrent tapes.”

Iraqi Social Media Influencer Om Fahad Shot Dead in Baghdad

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Iraqi Social Media Influencer Om Fahad Shot Dead in Baghdad

Iraqi social media influencer Om Fahad was fatally shot outside her residence in Baghdad’s eastern Zayne neighborhood on Friday, as reported by local media outlets.

Iraq’s interior ministry issued a statement confirming that a “woman known on social networking sites” had been killed by “unknown assailants”.

The ministry also announced the formation of a ‘specialized work team’ to investigate the circumstances surrounding her death.”

Fahad, known by her real name Ghufran Sawadi, was allegedly shot while in her car by a lone individual on a motorbike. According to an Iraqi security source speaking to the AFP news agency, the attacker seemed to have disguised as a food delivery person. Additionally, the US-owned Al Hurra news agency reported that another woman sustained injuries during the attack.

Fahad gained prominence on TikTok for posting videos of herself dancing to pop music in tight-fitting attire, amassing tens of thousands of followers.

Last year, she received a six-month prison sentence for sharing videos deemed to undermine “modesty and public morality” by the court. This ruling came after the establishment of a government committee tasked with monitoring social media platforms for offensive content and penalizing those responsible. The independent Euro-Mediterranean Human Rights Monitor expressed grave concern, stating, “Iraqi authorities’ detention and conviction of several social media content creators on vague charges that do not justify the restriction of natural rights is extremely concerning.”

More recently, tensions between Fahad and fellow influencer Dalia Naeem have intensified. Naeem, nicknamed “Iraqi Barbie” for her numerous plastic surgery procedures, has allegedly been threatening to expose Fahad’s purported relationship with senior Iraqi officials, according to media reports.

Funeral Arrangements Announced for Nollywood Actor Junior Pope

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Funeral Arrangements Announced for Nollywood Actor Junior Pope

The family of the late Nollywood actor, John Odonwodo, also known as Junior Pope, has announced the funeral arrangements following his tragic death in a boat accident on the River Niger on a movie location.

The funeral arrangements include a requiem mass at the Saint John-Mary Vianney Parish in Asaba, Delta State, on April 23, and another requiem mass scheduled for May 13 at the Christ the King Catholic Parish in G.R.A, Enugu. A candlelight event and heartfelt tributes will follow at the Amadeo Event Center in Enugu on May 14, providing an opportunity for friends, colleagues, and fans to pay their respects.

On May 16, a wake will be held in his hometown, Uwala Abaka, Ukehe, Nsukkaa, Igboetiti LGA of Enugu State, as the community gathers to say goodbye. The final rites will take place on May 17, with a burial mass at St. Peter’s Parish, Ukehe, where Junior Pope will be laid to rest in his ancestral land. A final thanksgiving mass is set for Sunday, May 19, at St. Peter’s Parish Ukche Nsukkaa, Igboetiti LGA, Enugu, to celebrate his life and legacy.

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