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Monday, 31 March 2014
First Gay Marraige witnessed in Wales - England
The first same-sex weddings have taken place after gay marriage became legal in England and Wales at midnight.
Judge Spares Criminal ‘Because He’s Too Tall For Prison Beds and Uniform’
A criminal who is 7ft 2in tall has escaped jail because he is too big for prison beds. The 23-year-old giant, Jude Medcalf, was also too large for prison uniforms, a judge decided.
Medcalf, who admitted a series of crimes, was ordered to be released as he suffers from a little-known growth disorder, Klinefelter syndrome.
He terrified an innocent woman by firing a BB gun at her through a window, Exeter Crown Court in Devon was told. He then went on to steal Christmas presents and tea money from an NHS office.
Medcalf was freed from jail after Recorder Mr Adam Vaitilingam QC was told he had already spent 75 days in custody. He had faced problems throughout his time in custody because there were no beds or uniforms to fit him.
He was given a six-month curfew and 12-month community order after being held in jail on remand.
The court was told Medcalf’s chromosomal disorder, which also leaves him with adolescent emotions, was diagnosed last year.
Today a leading expert said judges must take the condition into account when sentencing offenders.
Sue Cook, national coordinator at the Klinefelter Syndrome Association, said: “Sufferers develop a very aggressive side and a few do get into trouble with the law.
“If someone has the condition, this should definitely be taken into account when sentencing.”
Brian Fitzherbert, prosecuting, told the court that when Medcalf saw his girlfriend calling the police after he had attacked an acquaintance’s car in Torquay, he fired the BB gun at her, which cracked a window.
She did not know whether the gun was real and feared for her life, the court heard.
Medcalf, from Newton Abbot, admitted possession of an imitation firearm and a bladed article, criminal damage and burglary at an earlier hearing. He had been remanded in custody for sentencing.
William Parkhill, defending, said Medcalf had been unable to access the specialist medical and psychiatric treatment he needed since his “tragic” diagnosis.
He said: “He has spent 75 days in prison on remand and he is not somebody who copes well because of the physical aspects in terms of accommodation, bedding and clothing.
“He is also a target because he is big enough to be seen as someone who it is impressive to assault but immature enough that he cannot deal with it.
“He has been targeted twice and had a black eye the last time he came to court.”
The judge said he had been tempted to pass a lengthy jail sentence , but he accepted the defendant “had a lot of difficulty in life. His condition had caused people to pick on him”, he added.
Mrs Cook, from Halstead, Essex, said: “Klinefelter Syndrome is not rare. It is very common. It affects one in 600 live births.
“Men with the condition often grow to 6ft or 6ft 2in, but I only know of one other man with it who has grown to 7ft.
“Sufferers tend to have gender issues – am I a woman or am I a man? – because they have an extra chromosome, which is a woman’s chromosome.
“They also suffer from skeletal difficulties – problems with their bones.”
The disorder was first discovered in 1942 by Dr Harry Klinefelter at the Massachusetts General Hospital in Boston.
16-Yr-Old Girl Give Birth To A Baby With One Eye On Her Forehead
The baby was born to a 16-year-old girl in the nation’s Eastern Cape and she died a day later at the Nelson Mandela Academic Hospital. The baby also had no nose and the one eye was set in the middle while the
Breaking News: Education Minister, Wike Resigns amidst strikes
Breaking News according has revealed that Minister of Education, Nyesom Wike has resigned to pursue his ambition as the Rivers State Governor.
Sunday, 30 March 2014
Moyes: Even Fergie Would Have Struggled This Season
Manchester United manager David Moyes has claimed that even Sir
Alex Ferguson, would have struggled to gain success at the club this season, according to ESPN.
Check Out Arsenal’s Newest Striker
Arsenal are reported to have sealed the arrival of striker from Bundesliga side Nuremberg.
Bayern’s Alcantara Ruled Out of United Tie
Bayern Munich midfielder Thiago Alcantara could be sidelined for the Champions League quarter-finals tie against Manchester United.
Cristiano Ronaldo Becomes Fly Emirates Ambassador
In the same press conference, held in Madrid, the Dubai-based airline, which is a worldwide partner of football’s governing body Fifa, also premiered its campaign video featuring the football superstar alongside
National Treasurer Of Petroleum Tanker Drivers Abducted In Kaduna
Unknown gunmen has kidnapped the National Treasurer of the Petroleum Tanker Drivers Association (PTD), Abdullahi Haruna, in Kaduna.
Husband Slaps Second Wife To Death In Zamfara
A couple’s matrimonial disagreement has resulted in the death of the wife, Inno, who was slapped to death by her 60-year old husband, Malam Umaru of Jerin Duwatsu Village, Wanke District of Gusau Local
“Jonathan Convened Confab Because He Has Run Out Of Ideas”
Governor Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso of Kano State has reiterated his objection to the ongoing National Conference in Abuja, saying it would end up as another talk show, as it was an avenue to fritter away public
Security Beefed Up In Abuja After Failed Jail-Break Attempt At SSS Headquarters
Security was beefed up on Sunday at Transcorp Hilton Hotel, Abuja, venue of a meeting of African ministers of finance and economy and other leaders, after a daring attack at the headquarters of the State Security
Soldiers Invade Hamza Al-Mustapha’s Kano Residence
On Friday evening, armed men suspected to be soldiers raided one of the residences of Major Hamza Al-Mustapha (rtd.), former Chief Security Officer to the late Head of State, General Sani Abacha.
2014 Mothers Day: Nigerian Women Pray For Peace, Unity
Women and mothers in the Cathedral Church of the Advent in Abuja, on Sunday, prayed for peace, protection and unity of the country as preparations for the 2015 elections gathered momentum.
Nigeria’s Prostitution Ring Leader Unveiled In Lagos
A notorious prostitution ring leader, Paul Ayodeleaina has finally been nabbed in Lagos.
Saturday, 29 March 2014
House-help Kills Retired Chief Magistrate In Ogun
A house-help named David Friday slaughtered his principal, retired Chief Magistrate; Mrs. Olufunmilayo Timehin aged 65 in Laderin Housing Estate, Abeokuta, Ogun State to death.
Jonathan Endorses Computer-based Test For UTME
The Joint Admission and Matriculation Board (JAMB) said that President Goodluck Jonathan had endorsed the recently introduced Computer Based Testing (CBT) for the Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination.
Wenger Replies Scholes’ Criticism Of Gunners
Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger has responded to ex-Manchester United midfielder Paul Scholes’ comments that the Gunners are “million miles” away from winning the Premier League title.
Acid Tank Explosion Injures 9 At Rolls-Royce Plant
Fire officials say an explosion involving a tank of nitric acid has injured nine workers at a Rolls-Royce plant near the Indianapolis International Airport.
Microsoft Launches Office For iPad
Microsoft has released an iPad version of its popular Office software suite.
This breakthrough heralds a new era under new CEO Satya Nadella who promises to focus more on the
“I’m More Driven Than Ever to Succeed”- Moyes Says Aggrieved Fans Can Do as They Wish
David Moyes Seeks Reaction to Manchester Derby Defeat. |
Mikel Wants Chelsea Departure This Summer- Report
Mikel Has Been Linked With a Move to Inter Milan and Galatasaray This Summer. |
Jon Obi Mikel is determined to quit Chelsea this summer.
Muslims Protest Non Inclusion In National Conference
Professor Ishaq Oloyede said that their grievances were addressed by president Goodluck Jonathan. |
The Sultan of Sokoto, Mohamed Sa’ad Abubakar III, on Wednesday led some members of the Nigeria Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs (NSCIA), to President Goodluck Jonathan at the presidential villa to
CRIME: NDLEA Arrest Man With Heroin Hidden In Anus At The Airport
Operatives of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) yesterday arrested a 34 years old man with 120 grammes of heroin hidden in his anus at the Murtala Muhammed International Airport,
My Wife is HIV positive - Man asks court to dissolve his 7 year old Marriage in Nasarawa

A 38-year-old civil servant, Silas Dodo, has prayed an Upper Area Court in Mararaba, Nasarawa State, to dissolve his marriage with his wife because she is HIV-positive.
Friday, 28 March 2014
Sad:- Nigeria Court Sentences Man To Death By Hanging For Stealing N5,520

A motor loader, otherwise known as “Agbero” has been sentenced to death by hanging having been found guilty of robbing his victims of total sum of N5,520, two handsets while armed with cutlass when his gang
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Who would have known chewing gum has all this advantages.
What is sweet, minty and sticky when you lick it? It is most likely to be chewing gum. Our moms tried to stop us from picking up the habit of gum chewing. Many have received punishment ranging from tedious
BREAKING: Confusion, panic as explosions rock Abuja shopping plaza.
Confusion enveloped the Shagari Plaza on Moshood Abiola Way, Garki-Area one, Abuja, on Thursday over successive explosions in the shopping complex.
Thursday, 27 March 2014
Lagos To Experience 263 Days Of Rainfall In 2014
Lagos State government, yesterday, declared that the state is expecting 263 days of rainfall this year and this may be accompanied with strong winds, lightning and thunderstorms.
Oshodi Rail Station To Reopen 7 Years After Being Shut
The Nigerian Railway Corporation (NRC) is to re-open its Oshodi Station in Lagos on March 31 after seven years of closure.
Student disguising as mad man lynched in Ibadan.
This incident happened at Adeoyo Hospital Road, off Ring Road, Ibadan,The young man in question is said to have paraded the area for sometime now as a mad man, and was well known. However, his cover blew
President Goodluck Jonathan’s Daughter Set To Wed?
According to E24-7 Magazine a lady known as Faith Elizabeth Sakwe is president Jonathan’s daughter and she will be having her traditional wedding in Bayelsa on the 5th of April, 2014 while her white wedding will
Wednesday, 26 March 2014
Central Bank office in Lagos on FIRE!!!
Incoming reports claim that the Central Bank of Nigeria, CBN, located in Marina area of Lagos, has been gutted by fire.
Bayern Munich wins Bundesliga with a new record
Bayern Munich were crowned champions of Germany for a 24th time with a record seven games to spare after victory at Hertha Berlin.
N12m National Conference Allowance Is Scandalous and Totally Unacceptable
The Bishop of the Sokoto Catholic Diocese, Bishop Matthew Hassan Kukah, has described the N12 million allowances for the delegates to the National Conference as scandalous and unacceptable.
UNIOSUN employs OPC to protect students from rapists.
Vice-Chancellor, Osun State University, Prof. Bashiru Okesina
The Vice Chancellor of the Osun State University, Prof. Bashir Okesina, says the university has engaged the
Commisioner arrested for scaling house of Assembly's fence.
The Nasarawa Police Command, Tuesday, arrested the Nasarawa State Attorney General and Commissioner for Justice, Mr. Innocent Lagi, for scaling the fence of the State House of Assembly
Nigeria adjudged highest users of skin bleaching products.
“Say it loud – I’m black and I’m proud”
– R&B legend, James Brown in his 1968 album.
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