JERUSALEM, March 10 (Reuters) - The Israeli military illegally used white phosphorus munitions over homes in the southern ‌Lebanese town Yohmor on March 3, posing a threat to civilians, Human Rights Watch ‌said in a report on Monday. "The incendiary effects of white phosphorus can cause death or cruel injuries that result in ​lifelong suffering," Ramzi Kaiss, Lebanon researcher at Human Rights Watch, said in the statement.

The Sweet but Dangerous Treasure In the middle of the dry savanna, a hungry leopard climbed a tall, rough tree. High above the ground hung a large golden beehive, heavy with sweet honey. The smell of the honey drifted through the air, tempting the leopard more and more. Ignoring the loud buzzing around him, the leopard stretched his paw and bit into the dripping hive. Thick golden honey began to pour down the bark of the tree. For a moment, the leopard tasted the sweet reward he had been craving. But the bees were not happy. Within seconds, hundreds of angry bees swarmed around the leopard. They buzzed loudly, flying around his face and body to defend their home. The leopard growled and shook his head, but the bees kept coming. Realizing the treasure was not worth the trouble, the leopard quickly climbed down the tree and ran across the open land, leaving the broken hive behind. From that day on, the leopard remembered a simple lesson of the wild: Sometimes the sweetest rewards come with the sharpest stings. 🐝🍯🐆

Eyah😭😭…If l had knew l wouldn’t have given my beloved son out for adoption at a very young age🙆‍♂️😭 A lot of people never knew l had my first son at 14yrs and we named him Mateeegfxfffff, but he changed that name when he became famous and he doesn’t like the fact that l gave him out for adoption Asake please come back home, l am sorry and Daddy needs money seriously…Alleged New father of Popular singer Asake speaks up

Gorée Island in Senegal is a powerful place of remembrance. The Slave House and its “Door of No Return” symbolize the pain of the transatlantic slave trade — a final doorway many enslaved Africans passed through, leaving home forever. Visiting is emotional, but important, because history must never be forgotten. 🇸🇳🕊️ #GoreeIsland #Senegal #AfricanHistory #NeverForget

When Tunde was a young boy, he begged his father to teach him fishing. On his first day, the sea was calm and quiet. The boat barely moved. Tunde threw the net, caught nothing, and returned home smiling. “Fishing is easy,” he said proudly. His father only laughed. The next week, the wind roared. Waves slapped the boat hard. The sky turned grey. Tunde’s hands shook as he tried to row. The net tangled. Water splashed into the boat. Twice, he almost fell overboard. “Let’s go back!” he shouted. His father replied, “Today is your real lesson.” Day after day, they went out — in wind, rain, and rough tides. Tunde learned how to balance the boat, read the clouds, tie stronger knots, and cast his net at the right moment. Months later, another storm came. This time, other fishermen stayed ashore. But Tunde sailed out calmly and returned with the biggest catch. That evening, his father smiled and said, “Smooth seas never made a skilled fisherman.”

Onitsha Market: Sit-at-Home Excuse Is Delusional — Soludo Anambra State Governor, Chukwuma Soludo, has dismissed claims by some traders at the Onitsha Main Market that insecurity prevents them from opening their shops on Mondays, describing the excuse as “delusional.” Soludo stressed that the sit-at-home order ended in Anambra in 2023 and insisted that the continued closure of shops on Mondays amounts to economic sabotage. He argued that traders who freely visit stadiums, exercise on the roads, or engage in street trading on Mondays have no justification for keeping their shops shut. According to the governor, Onitsha Main Market is one of the most secured areas in the state, with over 150 security personnel deployed. He questioned why markets in areas facing greater security challenges remain open, while traders in Onitsha still cite insecurity as a reason for closure. “Anyone claiming they didn’t open their shop because of insecurity is simply delusional,” Soludo said, adding that such behavior harms the state’s economy and must stop. #Anambra #OnitshaMarket #Soludo #SitAtHome

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Story of the Ikeja Bomb Blast — January 27, 2002 On a day like this, 27 January 2002, a devastating explosion rocked the Ikeja Military Cantonment in Lagos, changing Nigeria forever. What started as a fire outbreak inside the military armory triggered a series of massive explosions, throwing the city into chaos and fear. Many residents thought Nigeria was under attack or that a coup was underway. The blast was heard and felt up to 30 miles away. Tremors collapsed homes and shattered windows as far as 10 miles from the epicenter. According to the Red Cross, at least 1,000 bodies were recovered, while many others were reported missing and never found. Over 5,000 people were injured, and more than 12,000 residents were left homeless, with entire neighborhoods destroyed. In panic, about 20,000 people fled Lagos on the night of the explosion. Survivors gradually returned over the following week to scenes of loss and devastation. Military reports later stated that the disaster was caused by a bomb that detonated inside the armory, setting off other stored explosives. In a moment that remains unforgettable, President Olusegun Obasanjo visited the Ikeja Cantonment barefoot, addressing victims and assessing the damage firsthand. The Ikeja Bomb Blast remains one of the deadliest peacetime disasters in Nigerian history. Read. Remember. Retweet to educate someone. #IkejaBombBlast #January27 #NeverForget #NigerianHistory #Lagos #NigeriaStories If you want, I can also make it short

Story of the Ikeja Bomb Blast — January 27, 2002 On a day like this, 27 January 2002, a devastating explosion rocked the Ikeja Military Cantonment in Lagos, changing Nigeria forever. What started as a fire outbreak inside the military armory triggered a series of massive explosions, throwing the city into chaos and fear. Many residents thought Nigeria was under attack or that a coup was underway. The blast was heard and felt up to 30 miles away. Tremors collapsed homes and shattered windows as far as 10 miles from the epicenter. According to the Red Cross, at least 1,000 bodies were recovered, while many others were reported missing and never found. Over 5,000 people were injured, and more than 12,000 residents were left homeless, with entire neighborhoods destroyed. In panic, about 20,000 people fled Lagos on the night of the explosion. Survivors gradually returned over the following week to scenes of loss and devastation. Military reports later stated that the disaster was caused by a bomb that detonated inside the armory, setting off other stored explosives. In a moment that remains unforgettable, President Olusegun Obasanjo visited the Ikeja Cantonment barefoot, addressing victims and assessing the damage firsthand. The Ikeja Bomb Blast remains one of the deadliest peacetime disasters in Nigerian history. #IkejaBombBlast #January27 #NigerianHistory #NigeriaStories

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Delcy Rodríguez has drawn a clear line. Venezuela’s acting president says she has had “enough” of Washington’s orders as pressure from the United States continues to mount. Backed by the US to lead the country after the capture of former leader Nicolás Maduro, Rodríguez now finds herself walking a delicate line — keeping Maduro loyalists calm at home while responding to demands from abroad. Nearly a month into her interim role, she is pushing back, especially over calls for Venezuela to resume oil production. Her message is clear: Venezuela must chart its own path, even amid international pressure. #Venezuela #WorldPolitics #USVenezuela #GlobalAffairs

Lady Cries Out Over Lagos Transport Woes After 4am Queue With No Bus….. A working-class lady has taken to social media to lament the daily hardship faced by Lagos commuters after arriving at a bus stop by 4am, only to meet a long queue and no buses available. She said waking early to avoid traffic no longer helps, as commuters still wait endlessly. The lady questioned why workers must leave home before dawn and urged the government to deploy more buses to ease commuters’ suffering.

About two weeks after I arrived in Lagos, I was still looking for a job. Everything felt new and strange—so different from my hometown. People moved fast, streets looked unfamiliar, and I didn’t know anyone. I was jobless, tired, and weak from not working, but I refused to give up. I called one of my in-laws, Hassan, and we decided to check a construction site for work. We searched and searched, but nothing worked out. On our way back, we passed another site and saw some older men sitting on wooden timbers, using blades to cut their hands and applying some kind of traditional medicine. They waved at us to come closer. I told Hassan, “Don’t go near them. We have no business there.” But I, feeling bold, stepped forward on my own. I didn’t look back. Suddenly, a huge stick hit my shoulder. My heart sank—I was terrified. I dropped to my knees and pleaded, “Please… I was just scared of what you were doing. That’s why I didn’t join!” After that, they finally let me go. Even today, I cannot forget that moment—the fear, the pain, and the relief all mixed together. It was my first real lesson in how unpredictable life in Lagos can be. #LagosLife #CityStories #SurvivalInLagos #JobHustle #NewCityAdventures #FearAndRelief #LifeLessons

Anambra Begins Pro-Rata Salary Payments to Curb Monday Sit-at-Home……….. The Anambra State Government has announced the introduction of pro-rata salary payments for workers across the state as part of measures to end the Monday sit-at-home. According to the government, effective February 2026, civil servants will be paid salaries based on days worked, a move aimed at discouraging absenteeism and restoring normal economic activities on Mondays.

Domestic Worker Arrested for Allegedly Stealing Dollars, Cash, and Jewelry from Employer’s Home…… A domestic worker has been apprehended after allegedly stealing large sums of foreign currency, cash, jewelry, and other valuable items from the residence where she was employed. The incident came to light after her employers noticed missing valuables and alerted security operatives. Items reportedly recovered include dollars, local currency, and expensive jewelry. The suspect is currently in custody while investigations continue.

Anambra Government Abolishes Monday School Closures over Sit-at-Home…… The Anambra State Government has issued an Executive Order abolishing the closure of schools on Mondays due to sit-at-home directives. The government said the decision is aimed at restoring normal academic activities and protecting the right of children to uninterrupted education. It stressed that no school, public or private, is permitted to shut down on Mondays, warning that defaulters will face sanctions. Authorities added that security measures have been strengthened to ensure the safety of students, teachers, and school facilities across the state.

🚨 JUST IN 🚨 See how people are insulting Destiny Boy because they claim he had a babalawo. 💔🤦‍♂️ How many of you called him for shows when he was hustling? Let’s appreciate Pasuma and a few others who genuinely lifted him up. To his mum who was cursing him—now that he has fallen, which child will bury you? And to his dad too: when Destiny ran away from home to hustle, it was a producer who picked him up and helped him. You even wrote a letter to that producer, demanding Destiny should be sending you money—money he hadn’t even made. — Portable #DestinyBoy #Portable #NigerianMusic #Trending

Jarvis Puts Nigeria on the Global Map with Robotic Performance on iShowSpeed’s Livestream Nigerian TikTok sensation Jadrolita, also known as Jarvis, stole the spotlight during iShowSpeed’s livestream in Lagos with her signature robotic style. Dressed in a full robot outfit complete with her iconic blue avatar and mechanical movements, she immediately captured Speed’s attention. She greeted him in her unmistakable robotic voice, danced alongside him, taught him some Nigerian dance moves, and joined the birthday celebrations as he turned 21. In a moment that quickly went viral, Speed couldn’t hide his fascination, asking, “Are you a robot?” and “How do I activate her?” as they vibed together on camera. Jarvis’ unique, composed, and original performance shone amid the livestream chaos, showcasing Nigerian creativity to millions of global viewers. Moments like this highlight homegrown talent and firmly put Nigerian entertainment on the world stage.

THE LOAD THAT CHANGED SUNDAY’S LIFE Sunday was a poor young boy living in a small village. He had no father, and his mother struggled every day to feed them. Most mornings, Sunday went from farm to farm, helping people just to earn food. One hot afternoon, as Sunday was returning home, he saw an old man walking slowly along the narrow path. The man was weak and bent with age. A heavy load of firewood rested on his head, and his legs were shaking. Many people passed by. No one stopped to help. Sunday felt pity in his heart. He ran to the old man. “Baba, please let me help you,” Sunday said. The old man looked at the boy and shook his head. “My son, this load is very heavy.” Complete the story here https://fintter.com/posts/14715

BREAKING: Boko Haram Strikes Adamawa Governor Fintiri’s Hometown, Kills 2 Forest Guards, Abducts Another Suspected Boko Haram terrorists launched a deadly midnight raid on Kirchinga, Madagali LGA, Adamawa State, the hometown of Governor Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri. Two newly established Forest Guards, Njidda Maradi and Yuguda Abasaryu, were killed, and a third was abducted. Witnesses reported that the attackers had camped near a local burial ground before the assault. Security forces were alerted, but the assailants escaped, highlighting ongoing gaps in protection across conflict-hit Northeast Nigeria. #BokoHaramAttack #AdamawaSecurity #ForestGuards