UK deports YouTuber Tiamiyu who claimed Nigerians jet out under study disguise

The United Kingdom has deported Nigerian YouTuber Emdee Tiamiyu to Nigeria based on allegations of his involvement in a huge fraud.

Tiamiyu became a controversial figure when he granted the BBC an interview saying many Nigerians disguise with student visas to emigrate to the UK not for academic pursuit but to work and bring their families to the country.

This interview reportedly influenced the UK government’s decision to impose restrictions on Nigerian students, specifically barring them from bringing family members to the UK unless they are enrolled in PhD programmes.

Tiamiyu was earlier arrested on allegations of fraud, a case that has sparked widespread discussions across social media platforms.

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He was accused of defrauding the UK government of £160,000, funds that were intended for resettlement purposes but allegedly used by Tiamiyu to construct a house in his native Ogun State in Nigeria. The UK government has yet to issue an official statement regarding the deportation or the specifics of the fraud allegations.

The situation has potential implications for bilateral relations and the international student community in the UK.

As the news of Tiamiyu’s deportation circulates, reactions on social media have been mixed.

UK deports YouTuber Tiamiyu who claimed Nigerians jet out under study disguise

Tragic moose attack claims life of photographer in Homer, Alaska

In a heartbreaking incident in Homer, Alaska, a 70-year-old man, Dale Chorman, was fatally attacked by a mother moose while attempting to photograph her newborn calves on Sunday. Chorman, accompanied by a friend, was walking through the brush searching for the moose and her offspring when the protective mother charged at them.

According to Alaska State Troopers, the moose kicked Chorman, who was pronounced dead at the scene. The incident occurred around 11:52 a.m., and by the time first responders arrived, the moose had already left the area. Chorman’s family has expressed a wish that the animal not be found, highlighting the tragic and natural aspect of the encounter.

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This incident serves as a sobering reminder of the dangers of approaching wildlife, especially mothers with their young. Moose calving season, which runs from mid-May to mid-June, is a particularly sensitive period for these animals. Wildlife experts and authorities have long urged the public to maintain a safe distance from wildlife to avoid such tragic encounters.

Dale Chorman is remembered by his family as a loving husband, devoted father, and cherished friend, leaving behind a community that deeply mourns his loss. His death underscores the importance of respecting wildlife and the inherent risks of close encounters with these animals.

Tragic moose attack claims life of photographer in Homer, Alaska

Gaza conflict: Israel, Hamas reject ICC arrest warrant

Israel and Hamas have both vehemently rejected recent attempts to arrest their leaders for war crimes by the International Criminal Court (ICC) amidst ongoing heavy fighting in the Gaza Strip. The ICC’s prosecutor, Karim Khan, announced that he had sought arrest warrants for senior figures from both sides due to alleged war crimes in the current conflict.

The Israeli government condemned the move, with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Defence Minister Yoav Gallant being specifically targeted for crimes including “willful killing,” “extermination and/or murder,” and “starvation.” Israel called the demands a “historical disgrace.”

On the other side, Hamas also denounced the ICC’s actions. The Palestinian militant group, with leaders such as Qatar-based Ismail Haniyeh and Gaza chief Yahya Sinwar named, faces accusations including “taking hostages,” “rape and other acts of sexual violence,” and “torture.”

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Khan asserted that international law and the laws of armed conflict apply to everyone, emphasizing that no one is immune from prosecution. Should the ICC judges approve the warrants, the 124 ICC member states would be obligated to arrest the listed leaders if they enter their territories, though the ICC lacks the means to enforce these warrants independently.

As the conflict persists, Israeli troops continue their operations in Rafah, targeting what they describe as the last Hamas stronghold, with Prime Minister Netanyahu reaffirming Israel’s commitment to dismantling Hamas and securing the release of all hostages. The UN reported that over 810,000 Palestinians have fled Rafah due to the intense fighting.

Gaza conflict: Israel, Hamas reject ICC arrest warrant