Day: May 15, 2023

The suspected armed robber who was intercepted in Douala, Littoral region by elements of the National Gendarmerie, was presented to the public on Saturday May 13 in the Douala IV sub-division, alongside two of his accomplices.

The suspects include 32 – year – old Clovis Max also known as Mascotte Clotaire from the Central African Republic known to be the gang leader, Mambingo Martial also known as Pacho, 32 years old (body guard) and Ekome Nteh Didier – 26 years old.

Apart from armed roberry, they are also accused of human bone trafficking, as during their arrest, they were in possession of human bones from Mamfe in the Manyu division of the South West region.

“On April 13 2023, an informant hinted us that one of them was preparing his automatic pistol for a robbery operation. We then hunted him down in a motel and brought him in for questioning. During interrogation, he acknowledged being in possession of human bones at his Bonaloka residence in Douala,” narrated Lieutenant Ngrewui Adolphe, Chief of Bureau in charge of the fight against high crime and criminality, Littoral Gendarmerie Legion.

Further interrogation enabled the investigators to trace down the said pistol and ammunitions in Buea, South West region.

“After Bonaloka, we moved to his permanent residence in Buea-South West region where he was in keeping of an automatic pistol and stock of bullets. Through him, we succeeded to arrest two of his accomplices. He also told us the bones were dug in Mamfe, Manyu Division of the South West region,” Lieutenant Ngrewui Adolphe added.

The crack down on the trio is part of the National Gendarmerie’s operation to rid the Douala City and the entire Gendarmerie Legion of criminals.

Source: Cameroon News Agency

After slamming the Touristique inter-urban transport agency with a one-month suspension following the May 9 accident involving one of its buses that claimed 15 lives and 19 injured with material damage, the Minister of Transport, Jean Ernest Massena Ngalle Bibehe on Monday, May 15, 2023, signed a release, lifting the suspension.

According to the press release, Touristique Voyage can resume its transport activities normally across the national territory.

“Following the firm commitments made by the company “Tourique

Express SA” on the immediate implementation of a series of measures aimed at optimal security for its passengers, including: improving general working conditions; installation of the centralized intercity transport management and monitoring system, the medical check-up of driving ability with an emphasis on visual acuity to all its drivers; the regularization of the salary situation of the personnel as well as their affiliation to the National Social Insurance Fund (CNPS), The Minister of Transport has decided, on an exceptional basis, to raise effective this Monday, the suspension of the company “Tourique Express SA”.

Therefore, she is authorized to resume her activities”. The press release reads.

According to the Minister’s release, its decision to reverse the sanction is shaped by the demand for leniency by the Consumers’ Association of Cameroon, and from citizens who raised difficulties traveling to the northern part of the country, especially as vacation, HADJ and May 20, National Unity Day approach.

Source: Cameroon News Agency

It was until early Monday, May 15, 2023, that Nigerian-born, Hilda Baci hit 90 non-stop cooking to beat the record that was previously held by Indian-born, Lata Tondon, 87 hours and 45 minutes in 2019. She became the first woman to create a record that was previously made by men.

By Monday morning, Hilda hit 90 hours. The Nigerian foodpreneur, actress, and producer now hold the Guinness World Record for the longest Marathon cooking.

She started her record-breaking journey on May 11, 2023, at the Amre Gardens in Lekki, Lagos, Nigeria’s economic capital. She cooked over 100 dishes and fed more than 3000 people who came to encourage her day and night.

People close to her said she embarked on the journey to showcase the beauty of cooking and diversity of the African cuisine.

Before breaking the new record, Lata congratulated Holda and encouraged her to keep up.

Nigerian chef, Hilda Baci breaks Guinness World Record for longest cooking time

Nigerian chef, Hilda Effiong Bassey, popularly known as Hilda Baci, has broken the Guinness World Record for the “longest cooking marathon by an individual”

The Chef has been receiving a wide wave of support from top government officials and celebrities in Nigeria.

The Nollywood actor, Charles Okocha, actress, Kate Henshaw; singer, Tiwa Savage; media personality, Enioluwa, and many others were present at the event on May 14th, Punch reported.

The popular Filmmaker, Kevin Adetiba, wrote on Twitter, “REALLY rooting for HILDA BACHI. Don’t know her personally, but her drive, ambition, and resilience, inspires and motivate me IMMENSELY. Sending her prayers and the best vibes to PUSH THROUGH. She’s inspiring people she doesn’t even know. GO HILDA… YOU GOT THIS!!!” He stated.

Former Governor of Anambra State, Peter Obi, also lauded Baci for her determination and wrote on his Twitter page

“The efforts being made by Hilda Effiong Bassey (Hilda Baci) to beat the current Guinness World Record for cooking for 4 days nonstop shows the true Nigerian spirit of hard work and resilience. I applaud her determination and focus on the goal, which are inspiring many Nigerian youths to live their dreams through hard work and dedication.”

Reports reveal she is not new to cooking competitions as she was a participant in the maiden edition of the Jollof Face-off Competition and won a grand prize of $5000.

Source: Cameroon News Agency