second woman has died after being injured in a crush at Asake's concert at Brixton Academy.

A second woman has died after being injured in a crush at Asake's concert at Brixton Academy.

Gabrielle Hutchinson, aged 23, died in the hospital in the early hours of Monday, December 19, 2022.

Hutchinson was working as one of the contracted security providers for the event that evening.

Rebecca Ikumelo, 33, was the first woman who died after sustaining injuries at the concert. She died on Saturday morning, Dec. 17.

A third woman aged 21 remains in hospital fighting for her life.

All three women were in the foyer of the building in south London when they were critically injured in the crush, the Metropolitan Police said.

Eight people were taken to hospital with injuries following the incident on Thursday night, Dec. 15.

Police said they were called to reports of a "large number of people attempting to force entry to the venue", where Afrobeat artist Asake was performing.

The Nigerian musician was forced to abandon the gig after performing three songs and released a statement saying his "heart is with those who were injured".

Metropolitan Police Chief Superintendent Colin Wingrove said: "It is devastating news that a second person has lost their life following the events on Thursday.

"I wish to express my heartfelt condolences to Gabrielle's family at this unimaginably difficult time."

Prince William's godmother and Queen's lady-in-waiting, Lady Susan Hussey, has met with black British charity boss, Ngozi Fulani, today to apologise in person

Prince William's godmother and Queen's lady-in-waiting, Lady Susan Hussey, has met with black British charity boss, Ngozi Fulani, today to apologise in person for repeatedly asking her 'what part of Africa are you from?' at a royal reception. 

The 83-year-old, who served the late Queen for six decades, stepped down from her honorary role 'with immediate effect' amid an outcry after Ms Fulani tweeted about her experience at the event last month

Ngozi Fulani, was visiting the palace for an event on behalf of domestic abuse charity Sistah Space, to mark the UN's 16 days of activism against gender-based violence.

She said she was quizzed over her nationality at a reception by the royal household employee.

While it was an honour to be there, she said she was horrified when Lady Hussey approached her, moved her hair to see her name badge and asked: "Where do your people come from?"

She said the woman repeatedly questioned what part of Africa she was from and when she first came to the UK.

She said the experience, just 10 minutes after arriving, left her with "mixed feelings" about the royal visit.

Reacting to Ngozi's story,

Prince William criticised his godmother's 'unacceptable comments,' saying 'racism has no place in our society'.  

After the public outcry, Lady Susan requested to meet Ms Fulani in person to issue an apology for her comments.

The meeting took place at Buckingham Palace and the former aide expressed her 'sincere apologies'.

The Palace in a statement said that the King and Queen Consort were 'pleased that both parties have reached this welcome outcome', and criticised the 'torrent of abuse' Miss Fulani has since received on social media. 

 'At this meeting, filled with warmth and understanding, Lady Susan offered her sincere apologies for the comments that were made and the distress they caused to Ms. Fulani.

'Lady Susan has pledged to deepen her awareness of the sensitivities involved and is grateful for the opportunity to learn more about the issues in this area.

Ms. Fulani, who has unfairly received the most appalling torrent of abuse on social media and elsewhere, has accepted this apology and appreciates that no malice was intended.

18-year-old man has become the youngest Black Mayor in US after winning election

 

Jaylen Smith was elected the mayor of Earle, Arkansas, on Tuesday night, Dec. 6, becoming the youngest Black mayor in the United States.

Smith, 18, defeated Nemi Matthews Sr. in a runoff election.

Smith had 218 votes, compared to Matthews’ 139, according to election results

 

Smith announced his win in a Facebook post, saying: "Citizens of Earle, Arkansas, it’s official!! I am your newly elected Mayor of Earle, Arkansas…  'It’s Time to Build a Better Chapter of Earle, Arkansas.' I would like to thank all my supporters for stepping up getting people to the polls. I am truly grateful for you all."

Former Emir of Kano's daughter, Hafsat, bags Masters of Law degree from Soas University of London

 

Former Emir of Kano's daughter, Hafsat, bags Masters of Law degree from Soas University of London

The monarch and his family members attended the graduation ceremony on Wednesday,  December 7.

Meghan Markle's former friend wishes she never introduced the actress to Prince Harry.

 

Lizzie Cundy met the Duchess of Sussex in 2013 at a pre-dinner for a charity event and the pair "got on like a house on fire ". They met up again after that and became firm friends, with Meghan telling Lizzie she would "love an English boyfriend".

Ahead of Harry and Meghan's upcoming documentary, Lizzie said: "it's all my fault!"

Speaking to OK! magazine at the TRIC Christmas Lunch, Lizzie shared her regret at matchmaking the Prince with the former Suits actress.

She said: "I wish I never introduced Harry [to her.] It’s all my fault! I’m sorry Camilla. I’m sorry everyone!"

She also accused them of "bringing down the monarchy."

Prince William's godmother, Lady Susan Hussey resigns from Buckingham Palace role after making 'unacceptable' comments towards charity founder, Ngozi Fulani

Prince William's spokesman has condemned 'unacceptable' comments by his godmother who resigned from the royal household after she was accused of racism at a Buckingham Palace reception set up by Queen Consort Camilla.

Lady Susan Hussey, 83, a former lady-in-waiting to the late Queen, quit after she allegedly refused to believe a black domestic abuse campaigner was British and asked her: 'What part of Africa are you from?' as they spoke at the event yesterday. 

 

Addressing reporters before the start of the visit, a Kensington Palace spokesman said: 'I want to address the story relating to a guest attending a reception at Buckingham Palace last night.

'This is a matter for Buckingham Palace but as the Prince of Wales' spokesperson I appreciate you're all here and understand you'll want to ask about it. So let me address it head on.

'I was really disappointed to hear about the guests experience at Buckingham Palace last night. Obviously, I wasn’t there, but racism has no place in our society. The comments were unacceptable, and it is right that the individual has stepped aside with immediate effect.'

Reason Court sentences IGP Usman Baba to three months in prison.

 

The Inspector-General of Police, Usman Alkali Baba, has been sentenced to three months in prison by the Federal High Court sitting in Abuja. 

The court presided over by Justice M. O. Olajuwon gave the sentence on Tuesday, November 29, after Baba was found guilty of  disobeying a valid court order. 

Vanguard reports that the court held that the IGP should be committed to prison and detained in custody for a period of three months, or until he obeys an order it made since October 21, 2011.

Nigerian Celebrity fashion and styles

 

Nigerian Celebrity fashion and inspirational styles for all parties 

Meet Arole Odua of Ile ife Prince Tadenikawo Adeyeye Ogunwusi

 

Meet Arole Odua of Ile ife Prince Tadenikawo Adeyeye Ogunwusi . He was present at his grandma's birthday as she turned  55. 

Why I hired a witch doctor – Footballer Paul Pogba

 

Juventus midfielder, Paul Pogba, has confessed to hiring a witch doctor to help him with his injury-plagued career.

DailyMail reports that the Marabout – an African mystic who claims vague links to Islam – is said to have been paid by Paul Pogba to cast e#il sp€lls on Mbappé. 

The allegation was made by Pogba's elder brother, Mathias, and four other suspects charged with trying to blackmail the footballer  out of more than £11million.

All five suspects are now on remand and facing up to 20 years each in prison over a range of charges including 'extortion in an organised gang'.

Details : BBNaija: Evicted housemate, Diana meets with Governor Obaseki

 

One of the evicted Big Brother Naija housemate, Diana Edobor, has met with Edo State Governor, Godwin Obaseki.

Diana shared photos on her Instagram page with the caption, “Relocating back to Nigeria for me was to align with the Global Goals for Sustainable Development to create sustainable impact in my community, especially entrepreneurship amongst young girls. Big brother Naija has been a great platform for me to activate this dream.

”We had an interesting meeting with Edo State Governor, H.E @governorobaseki I shared my visions and projects with him and we discussed how I can use my platform to collaborate and amplify the works of the Edo State Government in specific areas.”

Credit: Instagram|diana.edobor

PRESIDENT BUHARI TO CONFER CON NATIONAL HONOUR ON GOV AKEREDOLU

 

Ondo State Governor, Arakunrin Oluwarotimi Akeredolu,SAN, has been named as one of the recipients of the 2022 National Honour Award of the Commander of the Order of the Niger, CON by President Muhammadu Buhari.

This was contained in a letter from the Federal Ministry of Special Duties and Inter-Governmental Affairs signed by the Minister, Senator George Akume. 

The Minister in the letter, which read in parts, said: “I have the honour to formally inform you that the President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, His Excellency, Muhammadu Buhari, GCFR, has approved the conferment of the National Honours on you, in the rank of CON (Commander of the Order of the Niger).

“The investiture ceremony is scheduled to take place at the International Conference Centre (ICC), Abuja on Tuesday, 11th October 2022 at 9:00 am”.