CBN orders banks to keep database of fraudulent customers

                          

The Central Bank of Nigeria ( CBN ) on Thursday directed banks to establish a database of their customers identified through their Bank Verification Numbers (BVNs) to be involved in confirmed fraudulent activities.

The directive is contained in the Regulatory Framework for Bank Verification Number (BVN) Operation and Watch-list for Nigerian Financial System released by the CBN. The implementation of the framework is with immediate effect.

Bizarre religions around the world that will leave you intrigued

Religion can be understood largely as an attempt of a group of individuals to understand Existential questions based on a set of cultural practices specific to that group. Sometimes these practices may not seemingly conform to our normal expectations from a 'religion'. But they succeed in fulfilling what is expected of a religion- uniting people because of the belief that they may share. However, there is one condition that all religions must comply. They must not hinder the lives of others.

Some of world's unusual religions are described below.

All Police Commands Will Be Involved in Anambra Guber Poll, Says IG

Ahead of the November 18 governorship election in Anambra State, the Inspector-General of Police (IG), Ibrahim Idris, wednesday said all police commands across the country would be involved in the provision of security.

The IG explained that there are great expectations in the area of security, which would also lead to adequate security and mobilisation of personnel.

Do You Chew Your Food 32 Times? If Not, Then You Must

                    

Incomplete food chewing makes you vulnerable to microbial infections, gums diseases and mouth cavities, according to a latest study.

University of Manchester and National Institute of Health in the US scientists have found out that when the food is properly broken down into smaller particles, it activates the immune cells and instigate the Helper T cells production. Proper mastication not only improves digestion, but also act as a barrier against the infectious germs.

Eight brothers allegedly strangle their father in Kano

Two brothers, who allegedly strangled their father, to be remanded in prison until November, a Kano Chief Magistrates’ Court ruled on Wednesday.

They were said to have conspired with six other brothers who are now at large.

The duo of Rabiu Adamu, 27, and Auwal Adamu, 26, had strangled their 55-year-old father, Adamu Gamji, in Sumaila Local Government Area of Kano, the prosecution said.

The accused pleaded not guilty.

Pope expresses sorrow over Somalia carnage

                               Pope Francis

Pope Francis on Wednesday expressed his sorrow over the worst bombing in Somalia’s history, a deadly truck attack that left at least 276 people dead in Mogadishu at the weekend.


“I pray for the conversion of the violent and send my encouragement to all those who, in the face of enormous difficulties, work for peace in this martyred country,” Francis said at his weekly audience in St Peter’s square.

Man in court for seducing married woman

                                 

The Police on Wednesday arraigned one Ibrahim Bawa in a Minna Magistrates’ Court for allegedly seducing a married woman.

Bawa is standing trial on a count charge of seducing a married woman, punishable under Section 389 of the Penal Code .