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Pastor tames wild Zimbabwe stripper Vimbai Muzuva
Vimbai Muzuva abandoned exotic dancing after marrying a pastor and embracing Christianity. The entertainer deleted social media content and changed contact information completely. Her transformation represents a total departure from adult entertainment. Former manager Sherpard Tsandukwa confirmed the dramatic lifestyle change. Tsandukwa celebrated her victory over substance addiction through successful rehabilitation treatment. He acknowledged past legal disputes but praised her spiritual transformation. Harpers Mapimhidze from Zimbabwe's Dancers Association supported the religious conversion. The president witnessed her previous erratic behavior caused by drug abuse. Muzuva maintains limited contact with former associates through her...
Mnangagwa's ZANU-PF shuffle sparks coup jitters
Political activist Mbizvo Jealousy Mawarire has cautioned that unintended results may emerge from President Emmerson Mnangagwa's recent restructuring of the ZANU-PF Politburo. The party announced Tuesday that Mnangagwa had decided to move Secretary General Obert Mpofu to a Secretary for ICT position with reduced influence. Mpofu had resisted efforts by Harare Province to bring controversial businessman Kudakwashe Tagwirei into the Central Committee. Tagwirei maintains close ties with Mnangagwa. Other appointments saw Patrick Chinamasa lose his post as Legal Affairs Secretary to Ziyambi Ziyambi, while gaining the position of Treasurer General. Jacob Mudenda, a strong supporter of Mnangagwa and former Treasurer General, assumed Mpofu's...
Gloves off in Zimbabwe as Chiwenga rats on pals
Zimbabwe faces internal political turmoil as President Emmerson Mnangagwa's supporters push for constitutional changes that would extend his presidency beyond the 2028 limit. Vice President Constantino Chiwenga confronts his former ally over broken succession agreements from their 2017 coup against Robert Mugabe. Chiwenga presented evidence of massive corruption within the ruling party elite during heated discussions. The factional battle exposes billions stolen from state resources while citizens endure collapsed public services. Hospitals lack basic medical supplies and equipment as political leaders distribute luxury vehicles to secure loyalty. Rural schools operate without proper facilities as education funding disappears through...
Nigeria Customs breaks website, threatens applicants
The Nigeria Customs Service postponed its recruitment examination for Superintendent Cadre candidates following technical difficulties. The agency divided the affected applicants into four separate groups after the online system experienced breakdowns due to excessive user activity. Officials announced the revised schedule would accommodate all previously notified participants. Candidates must verify their assigned session details using national identification numbers through the customs website. The service emphasized that adherence to designated times remains essential for continued participation. Violations of scheduling requirements will result in automatic removal from the selection process. Applicants pursuing Inspectorate and...
Ex-lawmaker Toyo has a theory - people need jobs
Former House Representative Nkoyo Toyo blamed widespread emigration on joblessness during her Thursday television appearance. The ex-lawmaker addressed migration concerns while speaking on Channels Television's morning program. She represented Calabar-Odukpani Federal Constituency during her legislative tenure. Employment shortages drive citizens toward international relocation according to her assessment. University graduates secured positions immediately after completing studies during the early 1980s period. Current graduates face dramatically different circumstances with limited career prospects available domestically. This employment crisis forces qualified professionals toward foreign destinations seeking opportunities. The...
Senator Dafinone finally notices missing Delta kids
Delta Central Senator Ede Dafinone condemned recent child kidnappings affecting Agbarho community within Ughelli North local government. Six children between ages three and ten have vanished from the area during recent months. The lawmaker urged residents to avoid vigilante violence after a suspected kidnapper faced mob killing on September 24. Dafinone requested enhanced security operations from Delta State Police Command and federal agencies. He emphasized collaboration with the National Agency for the Prohibition of Trafficking in Persons would strengthen rescue efforts. The senator pointed to eight children recently recovered as proof that coordinated investigations produce results. Community leaders received appeals for...
Ibrahim Magu gives up, tells kids to do his job
Former Economic and Financial Crimes Commission Acting Chairman Ibrahim Magu advocated for incorporating anti-corruption education into school curricula during Thursday's event. The Chartered Institute of Forensics and Certified Fraud Investigators of Nigeria conducted induction ceremonies at the National Institute for Legislative and Democratic Studies in Abuja. Magu received fellowship recognition from the organization while addressing attendees about systemic corruption challenges. He emphasized that fighting financial crimes requires collective efforts rather than individual or institutional approaches. The anti-graft advocate called for enhanced collaboration between forensic investigators and judicial authorities. Magu stressed...
Nnamdi Kanu's D-Day - did his big mouth go too far
Justice James Omotosho will announce his decision regarding Nnamdi Kanu's terrorism charges on Friday, September 26. The Indigenous People of Biafra leader awaits the court's determination on whether prosecutors established sufficient evidence against him. Officials moved the ruling date forward from October 10 after completing their review. The Federal High Court in Abuja received notice through both legal teams. Defense attorney Godwin Kanu Agabi requested dismissal of all charges against his client in July. The senior counsel argued that government witnesses failed to demonstrate any connection between Kanu and violent activities. Five Department of State Services operatives testified but only confirmed taking statements from the...
Slow-moving Akwa Ibom judiciary starts on homework
Justice Ekaete Obot established a six-member panel Thursday to develop regulations for Akwa Ibom State Judicial Service Commission. Five committee members attended the conference room ceremony while Attorney General Uko Essien Udom remained absent. The Chief Judge serves dual roles as commission chairman and rules committee leader. Executive Secretary Enefiok Essien will coordinate committee activities. Additional panel members comprise Imowo Okpokpo from the Judicial Service Commission, University of Uyo law lecturer Emmanuel Akpan, and former executive secretary Christopher Emmanuel. The state has operated without specialized judicial regulations since its establishment, relying instead on general civil service guidelines. This...
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