A married woman in Harare identified as Melocia Gwata, approached a court to seek legal protection from her husband, George Kusotera, over his excessive demands for intimacy and abusive behaviour.

Gwata revealed her ordeal to the Harare Civil Court, describing how her husband coerced her into having intercourse up to eight times per night, resorting to violence whenever she refused.

The matter came to light after Melocia appeared before Magistrate Judith Taruvinga at the Harare Civil Court. She disclosed that her husband, Kusotera, had been making excessive demands for intimacy daily, even waking her up in the middle of the night after multiple encounters on the same day.

“He wants to have s3x every day and wakes me up in the middle of the night, even after we’ve been intimate countless times on the same day,” she recounted, expressing how this has taken a toll on her physical and mental health.

Gwata further explained that when she could no longer endure his demands due to fatigue and physical pain, her husband would assault her. She recounted how Kusotera threatened to divorce her if she continued to reject his advances, with the abuse even occurring in front of their children.

“He has been assaulting me in front of our children, shouting obscenities and telling them I don’t deserve to be called their mother,” she added.

In response to the accusations, Kusotera acknowledged his wife’s concerns, apologizing for his actions and attributing his behaviour to his love for her. “I didn’t realize I was making her uncomfortable. I apologize and promise not to physically abuse her anymore,” he stated.

After hearing both sides, Magistrate Taruvinga granted Gwata a protection order against her husband, ensuring her safety from further abuse.

The former first lady of Kebbi state, Shinkafi-Bagudu, has been elected as the new president of the Union for International Cancer Control (UICC).

Shinkafi-Bagudu, a paediatrician consultant, made history by becoming the first African to hold this position following a virtual election conducted during the UICC General Assembly on Tuesday, October 8.

Her election was confirmed in a statement released by the UICC.

The statement also revealed the election of a new board of directors consisting of 14 members.

In response to her election, Shinkafi-Bagudu expressed appreciation for the electoral process and committed to being a collaborative leader, drawing on the experiences, insights, and energies of her colleagues to guide the union in the coming years.

She is set to serve as UICC president from 2024 to 2026.

Meanwhile, President Bola Tinubu has congratulated Shinkafi-Bagudu on her latest achievement.

In a statement on Wednesday through his Special Adviser, Bayo Onanuga, President Tinubu highlighted the historic importance of her election as the first African and fifth woman to lead the global cancer control organization.

He hailed her competence and character, affirming “the enormous talents that abound in Nigeria”.

The president described Shinkafi-Bagudu’s rise as “a landmark achievement and a testament to Nigeria’s growing influence in global health leadership”.

“President Tinubu recalls Dr Shinkafi-Bagudu’s invaluable services to Kebbi state and the country, for which Nigeria is deeply grateful.

“He lauds her stewardship as Chairperson of the First Ladies Cancer Initiative and her contributions to establishing the Kebbi State Strategic Plan for Cancer Control during her tenure as the First Lady of Kebbi State.

“President Tinubu expresses confidence in Dr. Shinkafi-Bagudu’s ability to use her new office and leadership to improve cancer control and global health.

“The Geneva-based UICC was founded in 1933 and has more than 1100 member organisations in over 170 countries and territories,” the statement added.

Controversial Nigerian crossdresser, Idris Okuneye aka Bobrisky has raised concerns over the recent increase in the prices of fuel in the country which is now selling at N1,065 per litre.

On his Instastories, Bobrisky pointed out the irony of being blamed for problems in the nation while larger issues like the fuel hike persist.

The socialite wrote: "Fuel is now 1065 per litre and some people still think I’m the problem in dis country gosh."

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The government of Sokoto State has disbursed the whopping sum of N95.4 million for the maintenance of Juma’at mosques across the state.

The funds were released on Wednesday at the Sultan Muhammadu Maccido Institute for Qur’anic and General Studies by Governor Ahmed Aliyu Sokoto, represented by the Secretary to the State Government, Alhaji Bello Goronyo.

A total of 87 Juma’at mosques benefitted from the funds, categorized into three tiers: 20 mosques received N500,000 each, 17 mosques were granted N400,000 each, and 50 mosques were allocated N300,000 each. The payments, which cover the months of August, September, and October, had been delayed due to some mosques lacking bank accounts.

Governor Aliyu emphasized that this initiative aligns with his administration’s 9-point agenda, which includes the promotion of religious activities. In his remarks, Sultan Muhammadu Sa’ad Abubakar commended the gesture and called on other states to emulate such efforts. He urged the mosque committees to use the funds responsibly, reminding them of their accountability to God.

The Commissioner for Religious Affairs, Dr Jabir Maihula, revealed that the state government is also constructing over 35 mosques across the 23 local government areas of the state, encouraging committees to ensure the mosques remain conducive for worship.

Gov Dauda Lawal of Zamfara state has reacted to the unfortunate killing of nine operatives of the Community Protection Guards, a state-owned security outfit, in the Tsafe Local Government Area of the state.

The bandits attacked the CPG personnel otherwise known as Askarawa while on duty at a checkpoint on the outskirts of Tsafe town around 8:am on Monday.

In a statement issued on Tuesday, October 8, by his Senior Special Assistant on Media and Publicity, Sulaiman Idris, the governor condemned the attack, describing it as a “barbaric act” committed by bandits who were on the run due to the ongoing military operations in the state.

He commended the bravery of the CPG operatives and other security forces for their relentless efforts to protect the lives and property of Zamfara residents.

"I received the unfortunate report of an ambush by bandits in Tsafe LGA, during which nine of our brave CPG members were killed. The ambush on our guards is a cowardly act by bandits who are dispersed and on the run due to sustained onslaughts by our troops across the state,”the governor stated.

He assured residents that the state government would continue its renewed offensive against banditry in Zamfara and the entire region, reiterating his administration’s commitment to restoring peace and security.

“I want to take this opportunity, on behalf of the government and people of Zamfara, to extend my condolences to the families and loved ones of our brave guards. Their sacrifice will never be forgotten. I hope those injured recover as quickly as possible."

The governor pledged to provide necessary support to the families of the fallen CPG members, emphasising that the government would stand by them during this difficult period.
 

Activist and lawyer, Barr Deji Adeyanju, has taken a swipe at Nigerians over their attitude towards the recent hike in the price of petrol.

Nigerians woke up on Wednesday with the news of NNPC changing the pump price of petrol from N868 to 1031 at its various outlets in Abuja.

Worried by the silence of Nigerians on the new development, Deji stated that nobody wants to chase clout by protesting.

He wrote;

‘’Fuel is now N1,030 but nobody want to chase clout by protesting. Everybody waiting for everyone to start protest.''