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| Africa: West |
| Nigeria’s fatal anti-bullet test |
| 2003-12-18 |
| A traditional healer in Nigeria has died after an anti-bullet charm he prepared failed a potency test. But he’ll make the Darwin Award finals. The healer, Ashi Terfa, was allegedly shot dead by a client in Benue state, during trials for his product. The herbalist reportedly tied the charm round his neck and asked his client to shoot him to test its efficacy. The client, Umaa Akor, has been charged with homicide since the herbalist allegedly asked to be shot at, according to police spokesman Bode Fakeye. AFP news agency reports that the traditional healer’s skull was shattered after he insisted that a gun be fired at him. "Go ahead, shoot me. I stand behind my product...BANG!" Mr Akor had reportedly sought "insurance" against bullets from the traditional healer. Mr Akor, think Kevlar next time. |
| Posted by:Steve |
| #7 Hope Umma didn't pay up front... |
| Posted by: tu3031 2003-12-18 9:12:00 PM |
| #6 I think I'm supposed to say something about being attacked with fresh fruit, but I haven't seen that Python episode in 20 years or more. |
| Posted by: Super Hose 2003-12-18 8:51:10 PM |
| #5 Actually, yes, I do. It's right over here, next to the property deeds of fine oceanfront land in Kansas. |
| Posted by: Ptah 2003-12-18 12:34:13 PM |
| #4 Is there a charm to defend against attack with a pointed stick? Yes, it's called a .357. Magnum assures greater protection, but is not necessary for ordinary pointed sticks. Effectiveness is a matter of personal experience and range. |
| Posted by: Old Patriot 2003-12-18 12:13:42 PM |
| #3 Is there a charm to defend against attack with a pointed stick? |
| Posted by: Super Hose 2003-12-18 12:00:00 PM |
| #2 Dear Sir or Madam My name is Ashi and I have this wonderful partnership opportunity to offer you. Unfortunately local product liability laws prevent me from capitalizing this venture locally. If you could send me your address and bank account.... |
| Posted by: john 2003-12-18 10:51:09 AM |
| #1 *sigh* I told him baking powder and baking soda are two completely different ingredients, but NOOOooOOO! Stubborn ass... |
| Posted by: Dar 2003-12-18 9:49:08 AM |