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Anthony onome: #Endsars protester stabbed by thugs in Abuja (Video)

19Oct

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Anthony onome: #Endsars protester stabbed by thugs in Abuja (Video)

A Nigerian man known as Anthony Onome Unuode was reportedly stabbed by thugs on Saturday in Abuja during #endsars peaceful protest. He died on Sunday October 18. In a video which was shared online, Anthony onuode was in a pool of bl -o-od after he was stabbed by the hoodlums in Kubwa, Abuja. "Another life lost yesterday, RIP Anthony Onome, History will never forget you as a true hero. Just what is this government doing? Waiting for all its citizens to die first?Why does it look like we are demanding for heaven and earth? " A twitter user wrote. https://twitter.com/topeaIabi01/status/1318038824161857536 Nigerians went on Social media to mourn the death of the young man. See reactions below: https://twitter.com/SEzekwesili/status/1317933632435216384 https://twitter.com/IamMayo...

Soro soke 247 – What Is The #endsars Online Radio About?

19Oct

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Soro soke 247 – What Is The #endsars Online Radio About?

#Endsars protesters have unveiled a new online radio station known as "soro soke 247" -- This is coming amid the trending slang "Soro soke werey". The radio station was created to monitor the protest against police brutality and illegal extortion and arrest. "24/7 update on all things protest. We are for a better nation powered by value for life and good governance.” The Twitter handle of the station, @Sorosoke247 reads. https://twitter.com/beloved9ty/status/1318119030478221313 "Soro Soke", a yoruba word which means "speak up" has become one of the most used word amid the #EndSARS protest. Stay Tuned For More UPDATES @ GISTVIC.COM

Soro soke werey: Meaning and Originator of the slang

17Oct

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Soro soke werey: Meaning and Originator of the slang

"soro soke werey" has become a popular slang amid the #endsars protest in Nigeria. We present you the meaning and originator of the slang. The fight against Police brutality, extortion and illegal arrest has been the current situation in the country following serious protest by angry youths. The yoruba word "soro soke werey" which means speak up mad man or woman, has been one of the most used word during the protest -- It is used to call out the goverment who embezzle the nations funds. https://twitter.com/EWAWUNMIII/status/1317445003833167877 The phrase is also used on individuals who don't answer swifty to questions .... like the video above. Originator Of Soro Soke Werey Nollywood actress Toyin Afolayan better known as Lola Idije has been narrowed down as the origi...

Video – Muslim protesters praying during #endsars protest

16Oct

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Video – Muslim protesters praying during #endsars protest

Amid the #EndSARS protest in the country, Nigerian Muslim protesters were videoed performing their Friday prayers (Jummat). The Islamic prayer was conducted in Abuja, Lekki, Ilorin and other parts of the country. Watch Video Below:

Another Police Officer caught smoking weed in viral video

16Oct

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Another Police Officer caught smoking weed in viral video

An unidentified man in police uniform was caught smoking weed while on duty, reports said. The video which was shared on Twitter has gained over 100k views and 15k plus retweets. "Another police officer caught taking weed on duty. Retweet Let's keep exposing them. Let the government see the people they employed to protect us." Twitter user, @unclebayotics wrote. https://twitter.com/unclebayotics/status/1317020391395741696 The police man was meticulously folding his weed while his gun was on his laps. "If him take this thing finish now, e go dey shoot gun as if na banger him dey blow." A twitter user wrote while reacting to the video. Nigerians are calling for the arrest of the police officer amid the #endsars protest in the country. This is coming few days after a man in a p...

Who is CSP James Nwafor of Awkuzu SARS? Find Out

15Oct

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Who is CSP James Nwafor of Awkuzu SARS? Find Out

A senior officer CSP James Nwafor of Awkuzu SARS has been sacked by Anambra State Governor Willie Obiano for killing of hundreds of young people in Anambra. https://twitter.com/Postsubman/status/1316736075583414273 James Nwafor was the Officer in Charge of SARS Akwuzu Anambra state. He was reportedly responsible for the killing and dumping of over hundreds dead bodies of young men in the Ezu river at the borders of Enugu and Anambra in 2012. He was made Senior Special Assistant (SSA) on Security Matters in 2018. https://twitter.com/Retrogodammed/status/1316655231883714560 In july 2020, He was called out for killing a young boy, Iloanya Chijioke John. The retired police officer who was attached to Awkuzu SARS reportedly led his boys to a naming ceremony where he arrested nume...

Armed thugs allegedly hired by Baba Alado and MC Oluomo disrupt #Endsars protest in Alausa

15Oct

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Armed thugs allegedly hired by Baba Alado and MC Oluomo disrupt #Endsars protest in Alausa

Some armed thugs who were allegedly hired by Baba Alado and MC Oluomo arrives with long bus to disrupt #endsars protest in Alausa area of Lagos State. In the early hours of today, Thursday 15 October, some thugs with different weapons invaded Alausa Protesting grounds. https://twitter.com/Aisha_yesuf/status/1316663274713354245 A land speculator and Mushin elder statesman, Alhaji Tahoreed Faronbi, a.k.a Alado and Lagos State Chairman of the National Union, Alhaji Musiliu Ayinde Akinsanya a.k.a. MC Oluomo were reportedly the brains behind the invasion. "The whole world has to know that MC Oluomo n Baba Alado sent thugs to Alausa to sabotage the peaceful protest that was going on there. They boarded Lagos State owned BRT buses n police just ignored this. We won't be intimidate...

SARS officer accidentally shoot colleague at #endsars protest

12Oct

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SARS officer accidentally shoot colleague at #endsars protest

An unidentified Special Anti-Robbery Squad (SARS) officer has allegedly shot his colleague during a #endsars protest -- reports said it was a mistake. "SARS wanted to shoot at protesters ended up shooting their own colleague will his intestines came out.. Graphic details & picture but very soothing" A twitter user wrote. https://twitter.com/Yemihazan/status/1315679284019818498 The death of the sars officer was alleged to be the cause of more shootings by the Police officers. "He's was rushed to the hospital by his partners he wasn't dead when they drove off the left in a Nissan Pathfinder, the officer was wearing a t-shirt that had red, black and white strips." A witness told Gistvic. "They had shot and had finished shooting when they discovered they had shot their own ...

2 Female #endsars protesters arrested in Ojueleba, Beaten to pulp

12Oct

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2 Female #endsars protesters arrested in Ojueleba, Beaten to pulp

Two female #Endsars protesters have reportedly been arrested in Ojueleba area of Lagos. https://twitter.com/iam_opeyinka/status/1315643050362892291 In the video which was shared on Twitter, The ladies were dragged by some policemen before they were seriously beaten. The brother of one of the ladies cried for help on Twitter -- said his sister was arrested at Ojueleba barracks, Area C. "Somebody please help me with that lady’s handle that’s releasing protesters. THEY JUST TOOK MY SISTER. Ojueleba barracks -Area C." He wrote. He added; "The girl in the black cap is my sister please help!!!!".

LIVE: Another #Endsars protester shot dead in surulere

12Oct

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LIVE: Another #Endsars protester shot dead in surulere

Another #endsars protester has been shot dead during a peaceful protest in Surulere. https://twitter.com/MrBruceIV/status/1315637605762039809 The man was reportedly shot at Shitta Roundabout in surulere. The protest against The Special Anti-Robbery Squad (Sars) is still intense as angry Nigerians troup out in masses -- #SARSMUSTEND #SarsMustGo and #SARMUSTENDNOW trends nationwide on Twitter.

Jimoh Isiaq father in tears after death of son in Ogbomosho

11Oct

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Jimoh Isiaq father in tears after death of son in Ogbomosho

The father of the slain #Endsars protester, Jimoh Isiaq, broke down in tears after the death news of his son. Jimoh Isiaq of Ogiri Compound, Ita Alasa, Ogbomoso was shot dead on Saturday October 10th during the ENDSARS protest in Ogbomoso. https://twitter.com/billilee_/status/1315029276480212997 "Please take it in", Some women consoled Jimoh Isiaq father while he cried uncontrollably. This man is a driver, he was out to work all day, he came home and got a call that his son Jimoh has been shot by the police. A resident told gistvic.

Jimoh Isiaq: #EndSARS protester shot dead and buried in Ogbomosho

10Oct

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Jimoh Isiaq: #EndSARS protester shot dead and buried in Ogbomosho

#EndSARS protester, Jimoh Isiaq has been shot to dead in Ogbomosho. https://twitter.com/EiENigeria/status/1314978612777562113 The peaceful protester Jimoh Isiaq of Ogiri Compound, Ita Alasa, Ogbomoso was shot dead on Saturday October 10th during the ENDSARS protest in Ogbomoso. Jimoh Isiaq before his death in Ogbomoso. He died at Bowen University Teaching Hospital, Ogbomoso yesterday. Jimoh was said to be standing by and watching the protesters when a bullet allegedly fired by a police officer hit him. https://twitter.com/IamReminisce/status/1314999189152161794 He was buried according to Islamic injunction. Some other five other persons who sustained injuries were taken to hospital for treatment.

Police Shoot at #Endsars protesters in ogbomoso, One dead

10Oct

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Police Shoot at #Endsars protesters in ogbomoso, One dead

The Nigerian police reportedly shot at #Endsars protester, Jimoh Isiaq, in ogbomoso area of Oyo State. The protest against the brutality of Special Anti-Robbery Squad (Sars) has taken a different turn as neigbouring countries and prominent celebrites, both home and abroad, take part in the movement. In a new update posted by resident of ogbomoso on Twitter, the city is currently on fire as different individuals were shot by the police during a peaceful protest. https://twitter.com/BhadmusAkeem/status/1314893889090850816 A lautech student was reportedly shot during the protest. "Got this from ogbomoso, a lautech student was shot by the policemen during a peaceful protest." reports said. He was confirmed dead after police officers opened live rounds on #EndSARS protesters i...

Police to Investigate Officer Obioma O. Obi for assaulting and pulling a gun on End SARS protester

8Oct

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Police to Investigate Officer Obioma O. Obi for assaulting and pulling a gun on End SARS protester

The Nigerian Police have swift into action to investigate a DPO named Obioma O. Obi, who punched and pulled a loaded gun on an #ENDSARS protester. The assault happened in Owerri during a peaceful protest. The video is going viral as Nigerians call for the arrest of the police officer. "Just look at the animals ‘protecting’ us. Obioma O. Obi assaulted peaceful protesters in Owerri on camera and even loaded his pistol & threatened to shoot. Imagine what he will do behind cameras." @YinkaPost said on Twitter. https://twitter.com/PoliceNG_CRU/status/1314187526031265800 While responding to the assault, The Nigerian Police said the situation is under investigation. "Your complaint is hereby acknowledged and investigation has been initiated. Your tracking number is #CRU617868, ...

Outrage as Police DPO punches #ENDSARS protester

8Oct

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Outrage as Police DPO punches #ENDSARS protester

There was a drama during the #ENDSARS protest after the DPO of police punched a protester. The act was reportedly performed by the police during a peaceful protest in Owerri. "Why did you blow me", The protester said while the DPO reached for his gun before he was stopped by his fellow police officers. https://twitter.com/VictorIsrael_/status/1314180366392070148 "Shoot me, Shoot", The protester shouted at the police officer, Obioma O. Obi. There is an ongoing protest in the country against the Special Anti-Robbery Squad (SARS) over assault, illegal arrest, extortion among others. Some Nigerian celebrities, Falz, Tiwa Savage, Big Brother Naija Prince, Runtown, WurlD, DJ Spinall and others have joined the protest. The protesters demand the total disbandment of the Special A...

#ENDSARS: Youths protest against Sars Brutality in Lagos (Photos)

7Oct

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#ENDSARS: Youths protest against Sars Brutality in Lagos (Photos)

Some angry youths troop out in masses to stage a peaceful protest against the Special Anti-Robbery Squad (SARS). The protesting youths gathered at Ikeja underbridge carrying different placards with various inscriptions lamenting police brutality and unlawful killings -- They also used the #LagosProtests and #ENDSARS. https://twitter.com/ayemojubar/status/1313787570158022661 The youths in a signed petition said despite several reforms announced by the Inspector General of Police, “cases of abuse of citizens by operatives of the Special Anit-Robbery Squad have increased without any steps taken by the high command of the Nigeria Police Force to address the fundamental problem of impunity of the Special Anti-Robbery Squad.” They demand the total disbandment of the Special A...

Laycon becomes Youth Ambassador in Ogun, receives N5m and 3 bedroom Bungalow

7Oct

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Laycon becomes Youth Ambassador in Ogun, receives N5m and 3 bedroom Bungalow

The winner of the big brother Naija lockdown season 5, Laycon has been appointed as the Youth Ambassador in Ogun State by governor Dapo Abiodun -- he also received 5 Million Naira and a three bedroom Bungalow. Abiodun expressed the hope that his good character, excellence, good virtues, calmness, integrity, would serve as a model to youth in the state. Dapo Abiodun/Instagram "It is hoped that you will help inspire our teeming youths to channel their energies towards positive engagements and shun vices such as robbery, drug abuse, cultism, advanced fee fraud, cybercrimes and kidnapping amongst other negative tendencies" he said. He described Laycon's conduct in the house as a demonstrating the Omoluabi component, the primary ingredient of an Ogun state born Nigerian, observing ...

Fake lawyer arrested in Ogun while defending case in court

6Oct

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Fake lawyer arrested in Ogun while defending case in court

A 47-year-old fake lawyer has been arrested while he was defending a case in court in Ogun State. Tajudeen Olufemi Idris was caught on Friday, by the police in Ogun State for allegedly parading himself as a legal practitioner. Before his arrest, Idris appeared before Chief Magistrate I. A. Arogundade in a civil case between one Ifeanyi Chuckwu and Ayo Itori -- He allegedly claimed to be a counsel from Tajudeen O. Idris & Co. Chambers and was representing one of the parties. The Ogun State Police Spokesperson, Abimbola Oyeyemi revealed. Oyeyem added: "His conduct and presentation before the Chief magistrate rose suspicious about his qualification as a lawyer and this prompted the Chief Magistrate to ask him of the year he was called to the bar, which he claimed to be 2009." ...

She was cheating – FFK Speaks on video of him abusing wife, Precious

4Oct

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She was cheating – FFK Speaks on video of him abusing wife, Precious

Former Minister of Aviation, Femi Fani-Kayode (FFK), has finally reacted to a video of his allegedly abusing his wife, Precious. A video which went viral online, showed showing Fani-Kayode’s wife, Precious Chikwendu shouting at him to stop abusing her. The video got thousands of views and got social media users reacting. In a statement made on Instagram, FFK said there was no physical abuse. He that he only wanted to collect the phone from his wife to stop her from recording him after he caught her in bed with a married man. "@SaharaReporters posted a video which supposedly depicts me ABUSING my estranged wife.This is nothing but a propaganda video.There was NO physical abuse.I simply took the phone from her to stop her from recording me after catching her in bed with a marr...

Watch the moment Marine One transported Trump to Walter Reed Medical Centre

2Oct

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Watch the moment Marine One transported Trump to Walter Reed Medical Centre

Take a view at the moment Marine One landed on the White House lawn to transport President Donald Trump from the White House to a nearby hospital -- Walter Reed National Military Medical Centre in Maryland. He is expected to stay there for several days after contacting COVID-19. "President Trump remains in good spirits, has mild symptoms, and has been working throughout the day," the White House said in a statement. President Trump departs the White House for a multi-day stay at Walter Reed Medical Center. Jonathan Lemire/Twitter "Out of an abundance of caution, and at the recommendation of his physician and medical experts, the President will be working from the presidential offices at Walter Reed for the next few days. "President Trump appreciates the outpouring of suppor...

Nigeria at 60: Adorable video of a little girl singing “champion”

1Oct

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Nigeria at 60: Adorable video of a little girl singing “champion”

A little girl was vidoed singing "champion" as Nigeria celebrates her 60th Independence Anniversary. The video which has gotten over 5k views on Twitter as won the heart of social media users. The song "champion" was released by Fireboy DML featuring American rapper, D Smoke. The little girl was dressed in a green and white attire which signifies the Nigeria flag. She sang and danced to the music with joy and happiness. Independence Day, 1 October 1960, is an official national holiday in Nigeria, celebrated on the first of October. It marks Nigeria's proclamation of independence from British rule on 1 October 1960 Watch Video Below:

Jobless Nigerian man arrested for attempted suicide

1Oct

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Jobless Nigerian man arrested for attempted suicide

An unemployed Nigerian man has been arrested by the police for attempting suicide. 21-year-old Solomon Okon who was a porter at Havana Hospital, Surulere, Lagos, drank the poisonous substance after receiving a letter terminating his employment. The incident happened in August, adding that the suspect had since been charged to court. A relative of Okon told The PUNCH. "Okon was working at Havana Hospital and received N35, 000 a month. He was squatting with a friend and was using part of the money to take care of his mother in Akwa Ibom. In August, he received a letter terminating his employment." He said. “Out of frustration, he ingested a poisonous substance. However, because it all happened in the hospital, he was quickly attended to and was able to recover to some extent. T...

Video of Daev Zambia been abused by his ex-girlfriend Kidist surface after death in road accident

29Sep

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Video of Daev Zambia been abused by his ex-girlfriend Kidist surface after death in road accident

A video which shows Zambia musician, David Phiri popularly known as Daev Zambia been abused by his ex-girlfriend Kidist and her friend, sparks outrage on social media. This is coming few hours after he died in fatal accident. Daev who sang the famous love song titled “It’s never been easy” has died after being severely burnt in an accident along the Chirundu-Lusaka Road. . Daev and three others died in an accident on Sunday September 27th, while one survived with serious injuries after a Toyota Vits he was driving was involved in an accident at around 14:00 hours at red paint area along Chirundu – Kafue Road. Police Spokesperson Esther Katongo revealed in a statement that Daev who was driving the named car from the direction of chirundu to Lusaka h...

A pacesetter – Dapo Abiodun celebrates BBNaija Laycon

29Sep

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A pacesetter – Dapo Abiodun celebrates BBNaija Laycon

Ogun State governor, Dapo Abiodun is celebrating Laycon for winning 2020 big brother naija lockdown. Laycon who is an indigene of Ogun state emerged as the winner of the reality TV show after he polled 60% of the votes. He was celebrated by fans "ICONS" all over social media. Dapo abiodun called Laycon a pacesetter for emerging as one of the best in academic and social engagements. "I am delighted to congratulate one of our own in Ogun State, Olamilekan Agbelesebioba, AKA @itsLaycon for emerging winner of @BBNaija Lockdown."He wrote. "The pacesetter that you are, you have emerged one of the best in academic and social engagements, so this victory is aptly a confirmation of your brilliance, intellect and maturity." He added. The ogun state governor said his administration will ...

They called my music rubbish because i use Edo language – Rema goes on Twitter rant

28Sep

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They called my music rubbish because i use Edo language – Rema goes on Twitter rant

Nigerian singer Divine Ikubor known as Rema is pouring out all of his feelings on Twitter. On a long tweet, Rema talked on how his music was rejected by some because he used Edo language in his songs. He spoke on his ex-girlfriend who rejected him, a laptop he stole in 2017 and how his late brother died with only 2 of his friends present by his side. "Niggas don’t wanna see a kid win, they feel I got it too easy. I shower with my sweat, we go off on this side like the days in BENIN it got nun to do with my deal, come and sign these papers without a hustler spirit, you gone lose! Management gone change my password now lol." He said. "I climbed this cliff with bunch of rejected beats. Some niggas hate me because of that." Rema on Twitter rant. He added: "When we in the same r...

Photos: Ned Nwoko hangs out with son Munir Neji

26Sep

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Photos: Ned Nwoko hangs out with son Munir Neji

Ned Nwoko and his son, Munir Neji was seen having a father and son time. Regina and husband welcomed her son on Monday, June 29th, named him Munir Neji Ned Nwoko. Prince Ned Nwoko who is a politician, was a member of the House of Representatives (Nigeria) between 1999 and 2003 representing Aniocha North-South and Oshimili North-South. Regina daniels husband, Ned Nwoko was all smiles as he took his son out for Immunization. Ned Nwoko married Nollywood actress Regina Daniels in 2019 as his sixth wife. See Photos Below:

Davido signs new artiste Deinde from “Mtn project fame” to DMW

26Sep

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Davido signs new artiste Deinde from “Mtn project fame” to DMW

Davido has officially signed a new artiste, Deinde Okubajo to DMW records. Deinde also known as "IBINU" was a contestant on the music reality TV show MTN Project Fame West Africa. He studied Business Management at the University of Leicester. Davido called Dehinde "A real gem with the mic and pen" as he announced the official signing on Instagram. "Everyone join me in welcoming my new artiste to the DMW family ! @deindeofficial ! A real gem with the mic and pen." He said. "Trust me when I say watch out for what’s to come ! Time for you to soar bro !" He added. Davido during signing of new artiste from "Mtn project fame" Deinde to DMW records | Image: Davido/Instagram The 32-year-old who is from a family of two (him and his mum) started singing in J.S.S 1 when he ran int...

Video: iju ishaga gas explosion, many injured

24Sep

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Video: iju ishaga gas explosion, many injured

There have been a gas explosion in the Iju Ishaga area of Lagos on thursay leaving many persons critically injured. On the arrival of the Tiger Squad, Alausa Secretariet at the scene, it was discovered that there was a gas explosion at the aforementioned address. The Lagos Emergency Management Agency said. Further investigation gathered revealed that an unknown truck conveying Gasoline had a lone accident and exploded. The impact of the explosion led to fire on adjoining buildings and several vehicles burnt. Several persons were injured and have been taken to the nearest hospital for treatment. Director-General of the Lagos State Emergency Management Agency, Dr Olufemi Damilola Oke-Osanyintolu confirmed. See Video Below: https://twitter.com/followlasema/status/1309...

Police seize 324,000 used condoms which were being recycled to be sold to the public

24Sep

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Police seize 324,000 used condoms which were being recycled to be sold to the public

Authorities in Vietnam have seized 324,000 used condoms which were being recycled to be sold again to be the public. Police confiscated the unlabeled rubber contraceptives during a raid at a warehouse located at DX12, Hoa Nhut Quarter, Tan Vinh Hiep Ward, Binh Duong Province, located in southern Vietnam over the weekend. Officials said workers at the warehouse were tasked with washing, drying, and reshaping the condoms with wooden dildos before being put up for sale. Local reports said they were being supplied to hotels and market stalls near the warehouse. It was also discovered that thousands of repackaged condoms had already been sent out to the unsuspecting public. Pham Thi Thanh Ngoc, 33, the owner of the warehouse, was arrested during the raid and has ...