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  • Killings: CAN Chairman Leads Protest In Jos

    Protests on Monday morning broke out in Jos, the Plateau State capital, as outraged residents, led by Christian leaders, took to the streets over killings in the state.

    The demonstrations, led by the state chairman of the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN), Rev. Polycarp Lubo, started at the Fawvwei Junction community road.
    The protest banner has Hashtags like # LetPlateauLive #PeaceForPlateau and #StopTheKillings #EveryLifeMatters

    The protest follows the killing of over 100 people across Plateau’s rural communities of Bokkos and Bassa Local Government Areas in the past two weeks.

    “We are not happy over the continuous attacks and killings by gunmen in our communities. That’s why we have come out again to protest these happenings,” Gyang Dalyop told journalists during the protests.

    Another protester, Hannatu Philip, made an appeal to the government and warned that the situation was on the brink of spiraling beyond control if immediate intervention was not provided.

    The demonstrators, carried placards with inscriptions like “killing us wont kill our hope”, “The ground cries blood—Where is justice”, and “Christian ls are not targets—We deserve to live”, amongst others as they marched towards the Rayfield Government House, demanding urgent government action and security protection.

    THE WHISTLER reports that former Minister of Defence, Lt. Gen. Theophilus Danjuma (retd.), on Saturday, April 19, called on Nigerians in Benue, Plateau, and other violence-stricken states to rise and defend themselves.

    Danjuma, speaking in Takum, Taraba State, expressed frustration over what he described as the government’s failure to protect its citizens.

    “The warning I gave some years ago is still as valid today as it was then. Nigerians must rise and defend themselves,” Danjuma said, adding that, “We cannot continue to sit and watch while bandits, terrorists, and criminal gangs massacre our people unchecked.”

    He stressed that communities must take proactive steps to safeguard their lives and properties, as relying solely on government protection has become dangerously unrealistic.

    “It is now very clear that the government alone cannot protect us. We must stand up and defend ourselves, our families, and our lands before these criminals overrun the entire country,” he added.

    Killings: CAN Chairman Leads Protest In Jos is first published on The Whistler Newspaper

    Source: The Whistler

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  • Burna Boy gave me 20 million but won’t reply my messages or agree to my request for a feature – Singer Portable laments (video)

    Nigerian singer, Portable, has disclosed that Burna Boy gifted him N20 million but won’t respond to his messages, has avoided his calls, and also ignored his request for a song feature, which he says is more important than the monetary gift. 

    Portable disclosed this while chatting with friends during a recorded conversation. 

    Portable said in the video: “Person wey give me twenty million never reply me for Instagram. I no get him number. I dey call am, e no pick. I chat am, e no reply. He give me twenty million. 

    “Odogwu, Burna Boy, he give me twenty million, he didn’t reply me.” 

    He stated that Burna Boy is “stingy” when it comes to replying. 

    He added that he reached out to Burna about featuring in a song, but he didn’t respond. Portable further stated that a feature is more important than the 20 million because money finishes, but featuring in a song is forever. 

    He said: “This man, did you follow me on Instagram? He didn’t say hello to me. He’s my helper but I need a feature. 

    “Twenty million, I’ll spend it finish, but feature, person wey get feature, person wey give me twenty million, if I feature am, I don blow.” 

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    Source: Linda Ikeji

  • Why Nigerians Are Losing Money To Fraudulent Investment Schemes—Experts

    Financial and investment experts have blamed the growing number of fraudulent investment schemes in Nigeria on a toxic mix of greed, financial illiteracy, and disregard for due diligence.

    The warning follows the collapse of the unregulated digital investment platform, Crypto Bridge Exchange (CBEX), which left many investors facing devastating losses.

    In separate interviews with THE WHISTLER, the experts expressed concern that despite numerous awareness campaigns and previous high-profile cases, Nigerians continue to fall victim to Ponzi-style operations due to the temptation of quick, unrealistic financial returns.

    Managing Director of Arthur Steven Asset Management and former president of the Chartered Institute of Stockbrokers (CIS), Mr. Olatunde Amolegbe noted that investors often neglect regulated financial channels in favor of informal alternatives that promise fast profits.

    “Many people are losing their money simply because they don’t take the time to verify the legitimacy of investment opportunities,” Amolegbe said.

    “The public must realize that regulatory agencies like the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) and the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) exist to protect them.”

    He urged Nigerians to conduct basic due diligence before parting with their money.

    “Before depositing funds with any company, verify on the CBN’s website if it is licensed to collect funds. If it’s about buying stocks, mutual funds, or any capital market instruments, confirm the company’s registration with the SEC,” he added.

    According to Amolegbe, many of the digital assets being promoted across various platforms today are not under the oversight of any regulatory body, leaving investors with no recourse when these schemes collapse, as seen in the case of CBEX.

    Adding another perspective, Dr. Femi Ademola, Managing Director of AIICO Capital and a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA), emphasized that greed and the pursuit of high-yield returns without commensurate risk assessment are key drivers of the Ponzi scheme phenomenon.

    “Ponzi schemes are not new, and neither is their downfall,” Ademola said. “What’s concerning is how people repeatedly fall for them, ignoring basic principles of investment. These schemes thrive by offering overly attractive returns that are not grounded in real economic activity.”

    He advised investors to align their investments with their risk profiles. “Low- to medium-risk investors should avoid anything promising extraordinarily high returns. Such offers are red flags. Anyone chasing high returns must be willing to accept the possibility of total loss,” he warned.

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    Also, Mr. David Adonri, Managing Director of HighCap Securities, called for tougher legal consequences—not just for the fraudsters behind Ponzi schemes, but also for their willing victims.

    “Both the promoters and subscribers of fraudulent investment schemes are culpable,” Adonri argued. “Fraudsters should be prosecuted for their crimes, but those who ignore repeated warnings and still fall for these scams should also be held accountable for encouraging financial malpractice.”

    Adonri contended that despite ongoing public education efforts, many Nigerians are lured by promises of quick riches and willingly engage in schemes they suspect may be illegitimate.

    “We’ve issued countless warnings, and yet people continue to fall for these scams. At some point, we must hold individuals responsible for aiding and abetting economic fraud.”

    The experts agree that while regulatory bodies must continue to enforce rules and intensify public awareness, individuals must also take greater responsibility in safeguarding their finances by asking the right questions and avoiding offers that appear too good to be true.

    As digital financial products continue to grow in popularity, analysts warn that the risks of fraudulent schemes will remain unless there is a national shift in investor behavior—one grounded in knowledge, caution, and accountability.

    Why Nigerians Are Losing Money To Fraudulent Investment Schemes—Experts is first published on The Whistler Newspaper

    Source: The Whistler

  • Telemarketer / Front Desk Officer at Mosaic Limited

    Mosaic a high-profile Brand, nurtured by the core investors to provide quality Integrated Real Estate services in line with contemporary Global Best Practice.

    By dent of hard work, collective energy and radical business philosophy, we have, over the years, maintained our profile rating, in spite competitive market and general economic hostility,-the very simple reason, why we have remained like re-enforced concrete.

    Fashioned into reality to play key roles in the emerging Realty Market, the scope of our services has expectedly transcended basic Real Estate practices, to include other related services.

    Mosaic is compliant with the rule of law and contemporary global best practices, we are affiliated to the following international institutions and statutory agencies of government:Job Description

    This is a full-time on-site role for a Telemarketer/Front Desk Officer at Mosaic Homes Limited in Port Harcourt. Telemarketer/Front Desk responsibilities include pursuing new online sales prospects, closingdeals and maintaining customer satisfaction within the real estate sector. 
    If you have excellent communication skills and feel comfortable reaching out to potential customers to demonstrate our services and products through email and phone, we’d like to meet you.

    Responsibilities

    Responsible for receiving visitors by greeting them in person or on the telephone; answering or referring inquiries
    Maintains employee and department directories as a guide for directing visitors
    Offers beverage to guests where necessary
    Schedules meetings and travel for executives, as well as appointments for customers
    Documents and communicates actions, irregularities, and continuing needs to maintain continuity among work teams
    Contributes to team effort when required
    Operates telephone switchboard; answers and transfers calls to appropriate units
    Takes messages and communicates them to appropriate enquirers
    Handles outgoing mails; sorts and distributes incoming mails
    Responsible for placing outgoing calls and conference calls as needed
    Drafts, reviews, and proofreads office documents
    Responsible for basic data entry as assigned
    Maintains and stocks basic office supplies
    Responsible for operating and maintaining office machines, including printers, copiers, and fax
    Ensures compliance with company rules and regulations in the reception area.
    Identify potential customers through directories, leads from existing clients, or other resources
    Make outbound calls to potential or existing customers to inform them about a product or service
    Follow a prepared script to provide product information and persuade potential customers
    Answer incoming calls from potential customers to answer inquiries and questions
    Handle customer objections or complaints by clarifying, emphasizing benefits and working around objections
    Maintain operations by following policies and procedures and reporting needed change

    Qualifications

    A Degree in Business management, Marketing, Real Estate or related fields
    Proven experience as a Telemarketer and Front Desk/Receptionin Real estate
    Proficiency in English
    Excellent knowledge of MS Office
    Hands-on experience with CRM software is a plus
    Thorough understanding of marketing and negotiating techniques
    Fast learner and passion for sales
    Self-motivated with a results-driven approach
    Aptitude in delivering attractive presentations
    Must be able to work without supervision
    Must have a sales track-record.

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  • Teacher pictured smirking in court after being arrested for ‘having s£x with minors’

    A teacher from Arizona was pictured grinning in court after he was arrested for allegedly having sx with minors. Eric Chapman, 43, a teacher and head baseball coach at Cortez High School in Phoenix, was arrested on last Wednesday after he was found to be sending nude photographs of himself to a minor online, according to court documents obtained by ABC 15.  An investigation into Chapman began on March 25 after the Arizona Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force received a tip about him from the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children, the outlet reported.Once authorities got into his social media accounts, they identified him as a teacher at the school and contacted him about their findings.  He then admitted to using a social media account and also filming sxual content in multiple areas throughout the school’s campus, as well as in his car, records showed. Those interactions involved three students – two current and one former. The youngest victim was just 16 years old.  He made his initial court appearance on Thursday as he was seen smiling ear to ear while he stood before a judge in a virtual hearing.  The married teacher also confessed to having downloaded several hundred child pornography images and videos on his phone and computer, the filing stated. Officials found several images of males, including children as young as seven years old, in those files, Fox 10 Phoenix reported.  Although police have not identified the three victims, they did say that Chapman met them through online dating apps, per the outlet.  Ashley Stetson, with the Maricopa County Attorney’s Office, said the most concerning aspect of the case was that Chapman admitted these alleged actions happened recently.  ‘What’s concerning to the state is when officers interviewed the suspect, he admitted to sxual acts happening as recently as last week,’ Stetson said during his hearing.  ‘The state believes he is a danger to the community. As well as his position as a coach and a teacher, he is in a position of trust, and the state believes that a higher bond is appropriate,’ she added.  He faces multiple counts of sxual conduct with a minor and sexual exploitation of a minor. Chapman is being held on a $250,000 cash bond. In a statement to parents, the Glendale Union High School District addressed the allegations against Chapman and confirmed he is no longer employed. ‘We are writing to inform you that Cortez High School administration was notified by the Phoenix Police Department that one of our teachers was arrested on charges related to crimes against children,’ the district said.  ‘Upon learning of the allegations, school and district administration took immediate action. The teacher has been relieved of all duties. The Glendale Union High School District takes these matters seriously and works closely with law enforcement to support their investigations and ensure student safety. ‘As this is an active police investigation, we are unable to share further details. Thank you for your continued partnership and support.’  After hearing about his alleged crimes, Jilwanna Reed, a mother of two students at the school, said it was ‘disturbing’ to learn. ‘I think that is very, very disturbing,’ she told Fox 10.  Another parent echoed her concerns, adding: ‘It’s scary in this day and age to send your kid to school, because you have no idea what’s going to happen.’   The post Teacher pictured smirking in court after being arrested for ‘having sx with minors’ appeared first on Linda Ikeji Blog.

    Source: Linda Ikeji

  • BREAKING: Convicted Independence Day Bomber, Charles Okah, In Critical Condition After Suspected Bomb Blast At Maiduguri Prison

    Charles Okah, a high-profile inmate at the Maximum Security Custodial Centre (MaSCC) in Maiduguri, is reportedly in critical condition following a suspected bomb explosion that rocked the facility late Sunday night.

    The blast, which occurred around 9 p.m. on April 20, is now being treated by insiders as an attempted assassination. Okah, found unconscious in his cell early Monday morning, is said to have suffered severe smoke inhalation and possibly serious burns.

    Sources within the facility confirmed that Okah was removed from the debris around 6 a.m. by emergency personnel. Although still alive, he remains unconscious and in a life-threatening condition.

    According to sources, paramedics attached to the custodial centre are working to stabilise him, with plans underway to transfer him to the University of Maiduguri Teaching Hospital for specialised treatment.

    Security sources revealed that a closed-circuit television (CCTV) camera with night vision capabilities, positioned near the cells, may have captured footage of the individual responsible for planting the explosive device.

    Meanwhile, investigations are ongoing.

    The motive behind the attack remains unclear, but speculation is rife. Some reports link the explosion to a recent discovery made during a routine cell search on Monday, April 14. During the operation, conducted by personnel from the Armed Squad Unit, a draft letter allegedly authored by Okah was found. The letter reportedly detailed claims of staged deaths within the prison system and was addressed to the Borno State Attorney General.

    Other sources suggest a more sinister theory that elements within the high command of the Nigerian Correctional Service (NCoS) may be complicit in the incident, allegedly aiming to silence Okah before a scheduled investigation into corruption within Maiduguri’s custodial centres could occur.

    Authorities are yet to issue an official statement regarding the incident or Okah’s current medical condition.

    Charles Okah, brother of Henry Okah, has been serving a prison sentence linked to the 2010 Independence Day bombings in Abuja. His incarceration has remained a subject of public interest and controversy over the years.

    On Sunday evening, SaharaReporters reported that an explosion had rocked the prison facility, sparking a fire in the solitary confinement cell where Ohah had been held since mid-March.

    Initial reports from within the prison indicated that an object, likely a bomb, was lobbed into Okah’s cell through the open window bars.

    Eyewitnesses reported heavy smoke billowing from the cell. The incident followed Okah’s open letter to Nigeria’s Minister of Interior, Olubunmi-Ojo, in which he exposed widespread judicial and official corruption in two custodial centres in Maiduguri.

    According to accounts from the scene, Okah was heard coughing and choking amidst the growing smoke, with his screams echoing throughout the compound. He reportedly shouted that the explosive device had been thrown into his cell, sparking the fire that had engulfed his quarters.

    SaharaReporters’ attempts to contact Abubakar Umar, the spokesperson for the Nigerian Correctional Service, for comment were unsuccessful. He did not answer phone calls or respond to a text message.

     

     

    Source: Sahara Reporters

  • BREAKING: Pope Francis Dies At 88, Vatican Says

    Pope Francis, the revered pontiff of the Catholic Church has died at 88, the Vatican has announced.

    Francis, who became the first Latin-American pontiff in 2013 and was one of the oldest popes in the church’s history, died weeks after he was discharged from a Rome hospital having battled a life-threatening case of pneumonia in both lungs.

    His medical team said his condition had stabilized, allowing for him to return to his Casa Santa Marta residence back at the Vatican.

    But barely two weeks after leaving hospital, he delighted the faithful by making a surprise appearance at St. Peter’s Square.

    BREAKING: Pope Francis Dies At 88, Vatican Says is first published on The Whistler Newspaper

    Source: The Whistler

  • Human Resources Officer at Lagos Executive Cardiovascular Centre April, 2025



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    We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Human Resources Officer to join our growing team. The ideal candidate will manage the full spectrum of HR functions and play a crucial role in building and maintaining our organizational culture of excellence.

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    There are two branches out of which you can work out of: Island and Mainland

    Key Responsibilities

    • Coordinate full-cycle recruitment processes, from job posting to onboarding

    • Manage employee relations and maintain personnel records with strict confidentiality

    • Administer payroll and benefits in collaboration with the finance department

    • Develop and implement HR policies and procedures that align with organizational goals

    • Coordinate performance management processes and professional development initiatives

    • Handle employee grievances and disciplinary procedures with sensitivity and fairness

    • Organize and facilitate staff engagement activities and team-building initiatives

    • Ensure compliance with labor laws and regulations

    • Support organizational development and change management initiatives

    • Prepare HR reports and analytics for management decision-making

    Qualifications

    • Bachelor\’s degree in Human Resources Management, Business Administration, or related field

    • Minimum of 2 years\’ experience in a human resources role, preferably in healthcare

    • Strong knowledge of Nigerian labor laws and HR best practices

    • Excellent interpersonal and conflict resolution skills

    • Proven ability to handle confidential information with discretion

    • Strong organizational and time management skills

    • Proficiency in MS Office and HRIS systems

    • Professional HR certification (e.g., SHRM, CIPM) is a plus

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    • Detail-oriented with strong analytical abilities

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  • British man dragged from police station and burnt to de@th after locals in Ecuador accuse him of murd£r

    A British man was reportedly pulled from a police station and burnt to de@th in front of officers in Ecuador’s Amazon rainforest on Sunday, April 20. Deep in the Amazon Rainforest, a celebration by locals in a small riverside village ended in double murdr. A foreigner reported as English or British in local media was beaten by residents who accused him of shooting a man de@d in the isolated village of Playas del Cuyabeno.  The shooting victim lying dead in a cartPolice arrested the unnamed British man arpund 6am and locked him in the station for protection while waiting for reinforcements, Diario Extra reports. But his safety behind bars didnt last. The group of locals returned six hours later, at about midday, broke him out of the police station and set him on fire outside until he d!ed. He was later seen lying on the ground covered in a white sheet while people stood around.    Respected Ecuadorian newspaper Ecuavisa said the horror k!lling happened in the Cuyabeno Wildlife Reserve in Ecuador’s Amazon region, which is a popular eco-tourism area.  It is the second largest reserve of the South American country’s 56 national parks and protected areas, and is located in the Putamayo Canton in Sucumbios Province.  Ecuadorian newspaper Extra reported officers who arrested him decided not to intervene when a baying mob forced their way into the police station ahead of his transfer out of the area. According to the newspaper, they stood back in order to avoid being attacked themselves and to avoid additional damage to state property.  It said police reinforcements had taken time to reach the area because of its remoteness and difficult access. A local TV station, reporting on the two de@ths, said: “In the early hours of Sunday, April 20, in the parish of Playas de Cuyabeno, at the closure of an event that took place for the anniversary of the Kichwa community, an incident occurred where as a result two people d!ed. “Those two people were a community member from the area and another person of British nationality who died due to the severity of his burns.”  The Ecuadorian man k!lled has been named locally as Rodrigo Chavez. A third man was reportedly arrested over the Briton’s k!lling.   Ecuadorian newspaper El Universo reported that police were yet to issue a statement, as they were still gathering information on the case. The post British man dragged from police station and burnt to de@th after locals in Ecuador accuse him of murdr appeared first on Linda Ikeji Blog.

    Source: Linda Ikeji