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Should you throw your dog a stick? Library of twigs in park gets tails wagging over safety.

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A beagle dog running in a green meadow while holding a wooden stick in its mouth.

At first it might have seemed like a fetching idea.

But a new ‘dog stick library’ in Daisy Nook, Failsworth has divided opinion amongst local pet owners after a picture of it was shared on to the Friends of Daisy Nook Facebook Page.

The original social media post, which has almost 3,000 reactions and over 100 comments, has prompted fears from concerned residents that the ‘stick bank’ might pose a health hazard for man’s best friend.

Situated in a prime location near the cafe and carpark on Stannybrook road, the new so-called ‘library’ which has been stocked with a variety of different sized twigs and branches, has proven to be a sticking point for some local dog-walkers.

They worry the new addition could prove ‘dangerous’ for their precious pooches.

Commenting underneath a picture of the controversial ‘stick shop’ NHS nurse Joan Kelly wrote: ‘Dogs shouldn’t run for a stick, mouth and throat injuries can be horrendous.

Dog owner Jane added: ‘[I] never let my dogs have sticks

‘Many dogs get injured by sticks.’

Dianne Philipson wrote: ‘Terrible idea. ‘The deaths and injuries that sticks cause with dogs. Looks cute, but sadly not a good idea.’

Locals are at loggerheads over the new ‘dog stick library’ that appeared in Daisy Nook, a popular beauty spot in Oldham, Greater Manchester.

 

A row has broken out among dog lovers at a country park over whether a new addition could prove ‘dangerous’ for their precious pooches

 

A beagle dog running in a green meadow while holding a wooden stick in its mouth.

 

Meanwhile Tony Walton concluded: ‘Totally wrong to set this up, sticks are so dangerous for dogs [because] they chew on them and splinters get stuck in their throats. Remove it now.’

Warning others by sharing her own traumatic experiences, Hollie Copper said: ‘Yes [this is a good idea] if you want to risk impalement injury for your dog.

‘My dog ended up with a chest injury running into a branch.

‘Imagine the injury when a stick impales a dog in the mouth and throat.

‘Perhaps the maker can rethink this dangerous idea and replace it with donated safe toys to be returned and refused.’

But offline and in the park, the library received a much more enthusiastic response from local dog lovers.

Tony, who owns two dogs Bruce and Luna admitted that his beloved pets seemed uninterested in the attraction, but he concluded that the library was overall a good idea.

Speaking to The Oldham Times he said: ‘It’s a bit of fun, whether you want to take it seriously or not.

‘It’s a conversation starter.’

Meanwhile Graham, who was walking with his King Charles spaniel Peanut, told The Oldham Times that the so-called fetchery was a ‘bloody good idea’.

He said: ‘I love all things like that, stuff for the wildlife and animals, like the bug hotel.

‘There should be more of it.’

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2Baba Cries Out For Help in Now Deleted Instagram Post

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This morning, 2Baba posted “Help Me” on his Instagram stories, but less than 20 minutes later, the message vanished.

For the past few days, his relationship with his current wife, Senator Natasha Osawaru, has been under serious scrutiny, as a series of public incidents have surfaced and fuelled widespread speculation about the state of their marriage.

His cry for help should not be taken lightly. But who will answer him?

Will it be his family, his close friends, or the entertainment industry that has benefited from his legendary career?

At this point, one thing is clear. The music icon seems to be calling for real support and those around him cannot afford to look away.

 

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BREAKING: Unknown Gunmen Attack Gov. Otti’s Advance Team In Imo, As Scores Were Kidnapped From A Bus Along Owerri-Road Road

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An advance team of Abia State Governor, Dr. Alex Otti, escaped unhurt after unidentified gunmen opened fire on their vehicle in the early hours of Tuesday, December 2, 2025, along the Umuowa–Ihite axis in Imo State.

The three-member team was en route to Sam Mbakwe Cargo Airport, Owerri, when the attack occurred shortly before the airport junction.

In a statement electronically signed by the Chief Press Secretary to the Governor, Mr. Ukoha Njoku Ukoha, the Abia Government clarified that Governor Otti’s main convoy was not involved in the incident and was nowhere near the location at the time.

“The convoy of His Excellency, Dr. Alex Chioma Otti, was not attacked. No member of the advance team or any other person sustained injury, and no life was lost,” the statement stressed, urging the public to disregard rumours suggesting otherwise.

It was learned that Security agencies have been notified, and investigations are underway to identify and apprehend the assailants.

Meanwhile, a commercial bus plying along Owerri -Aba road towards the Ngor Okpala axis was attacked Monday and scores of passengers were feared kidnapped by yet-to-identify gunmen.

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Gunmen attack Ngige’s convoy in Anambra

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The convoy of former Minister of Labour and Employment, Senator Chris Ngige, was attacked by gunmen in Umuoji, Idemili North Local Government Area of Anambra State.

Ngige who confirmed the incident to newsmen, stated that he was not in the convoy when the attack occurred. He mentioned that several people were shot and injured.

“I was not in the convoy. I’m still alive and well. Those hoodlums have started again. I came to my state to relax, but what happened is unfortunate. I will go back to Abuja. But I assure those who did this, they will not go unpunished.” he said

The vehicles were reportedly returning from a mechanic workshop in Nkpor when the gunmen struck along the busy Umuoji–Nkpor Road leading to Alor, Ngige’s hometown.

According to Mr. Fred Chukwulobelu, Ngige’s former Special Adviser on Media, a policeman in the pilot car was shot, and the attackers, dressed in police and army uniforms, took away his gun and uniform.

He also confirmed that a woman filming the incident was fatally shot. He added that a shop owner who rushed out to see what was happening was also shot; he lost significant blood and is scheduled for surgery, but is expected to recover fully.

The pilot car was riddled with bullets, while the wounded escort leader has undergone surgery and is also expected to recover.

Meanwhile, the Anambra State Police Command said it has launched a state-wide manhunt for the perpetrators.

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