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‘Don’t manipulate 2027 elections’ — Obidient Movement warns Wike
The Obidient Movement has warned the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, and other political actors against attempting to manipulate the outcome of the 2027 general elections. The movement issued the warning in a statement on Tuesday in reaction to Wike’s recent comments on the 2023 presidential election, particularly his disclosure that the former Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, G5 governors deliberately stopped Labour Party candidate, Peter Obi, from winning Rivers State. The statement, signed by the Media and Communications Directorate of the Obidient Movement and released on its X handle, was titled: “Wike’s Open Confession to Election Manipulation…
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2027: Obi can’t win, enlightenment will cost him votes — Umahi
Minister of Works, David Umahi, has said the presidential candidate of the National Democratic Congress, NDC, Peter Obi, cannot win the 2027 presidential election. Umahi stated this on Tuesday in Abuja while receiving a report from the National Association of Nigerian Students, NANS, on its nationwide tour of federal roads. The minister urged leaders in the South-East to speak to the people about what he described as the achievements of President Bola Tinubu’s administration in the region. He said, “The more we educate our people, the less votes Peter Obi will get. Peter Obi cannot win in 2027. “It is…
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Enugu gov appoints nollywood actresses Rachael Okonkwo, Eucharia Anunobi as aides
Enugu State Governor, Peter Mbah, has appointed Nollywood actresses, Rachael Okonkwo and Eucharia Anunobi into his administration. The appointments were announced in a Public Service Announcement signed by the Secretary to the Enugu State Government, Prof. Chidiebere Onyia, on Monday. According to Onyia, seven of the appointees are special advisers, six are senior special assistants while 88 are special assistants. Okonkwo was named Senior Special Assistant to the governor on Film and Creative Industry Development, while Anunobi was appointed Special Assistant on Women Mobilisation for Enugu-North Zone. Their appointments were part of a fresh list of 101 political aides approved…
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I didn’t receive any money for airport upgrade – Makinde replies Wike
Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, has debunked reports of receiving money from President Bola Tinubu for airport upgrade. Makinde made this rebuttal on Tuesday during a North West town hall meeting in Katsina. The governor was replying to the claims by the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, that the Federal Government gave the state N50 billion for the reconstruction of the Ibadan airport. Wike had stated on Monday on Journalist Hangout, an interview programme on TVC, that the gesture was to compensate Makinde for supporting the president during the 2023 presidential election. In response, Makinde said the claim…
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2027: We’re bringing back fuel subsidy – Kwankwaso
The vice presidential candidate of the Nigerian Democratic Congress, NDC, Rabiu Kwankwaso, has said the party would reintroduce fuel subsidy in a different form if it wins the January 2027 presidential election. Kwankwaso stated this in an interview with Arise TV, describing President Bola Tinubu’s decision to remove the subsidy on his first day in office as a mistake that has plunged Nigeria into what he described as a “total mess, economically.” The former governor of Kano State said there were several ways the subsidy could be reintroduced without returning to the previous system. He added that the NDC would…
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2027: Igbo can produce Nigeria’s President only through dignity – Sam Amadi
The Director of the Abuja School of Social and Political Thought, Sam Amadi, has hinted on the “only” path the Igbo race can produce Nigeria’s President. Amadi disclosed that the only pathway for the Igbo nation to produce Nigeria’s President is through dignity. Posting on X, Amdi wrote: “I have said it before, the only pathway to Igbo presidency in Nigeria is a path called ‘dignity’. Eji ndu eme gini (what is the value of life), talk less of Nigerian presidency, outside dignity.” During the 2019 and 2023 elections, there were clamours for the South-East to produce Nigeria’s President. Former…
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FG Begins New Retirement Benefit as 175 Retirees Receive N1.1bn
The Federal Government has commenced payment of the Additional Exit Benefit (AEB) to retirees of Treasury-funded Ministries, Departments and Agencies (MDAs), with N1.1 billion already paid to 175 retirees who exited the Federal Public Service between January and August 2026. The benefit is provided under the Federal Government Exit Benefit Scheme, approved by the Federal Executive Council and effective from January 1, 2026. Under the scheme, Federal Civil Servants who have served for at least 10 years are eligible for an Exit Benefit equivalent to 100 per cent of their total annual emolument at retirement. The 2026 Appropriation provided N32.9…
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“Wike Has Presidential Ambitions, He Is Strategically Positioning Himself for 2031” — Rufai Oseni
Arise Television anchor Rufai Oseni has claimed that Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, is positioning himself for a possible presidential bid in 2031. Oseni made the claim while discussing Wike’s recent disagreement with some APC governors. He said President Bola Tinubu would be cautious about escalating the dispute because of his political interests ahead of the next election. “All of this Wike is playing, forget it, he has presidential ambitions. Anyway, he ran in the last election cycle, so all of this is strategically positioning himself for the next eight years when power will come back to…
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“I Want Someone Who Is a Reflection of Me And Ready To Fight If I Get Into A Serious Fight” — Speed Darlington Reveals PA Requirements
Nigerian internet personality and musician Speed Darlington has revealed the unusual requirements for a personal assistant who will also assist with housework. In a video shared online, Speed said he wants someone who thinks like him and is essentially a “reflection” of himself. He said the applicant should be between 20 and 24 years old, unmarried and without children. The person must also have a NIN and driver’s licence, with driving ability considered an advantage. Speed added that he wants a “soft boy” with smooth skin rather than someone with a tough appearance. He explained that while he does not…
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“People Are Doing Things They Never Imagined” — Nedu Speaks on Rising Cost of Living
Popular media personality Nedu Wazobia has expressed concern over the rising cost of living in Nigeria, saying survival has become a daily struggle for many citizens. Speaking in a recent video, Nedu highlighted the increasing costs of food, rent, school fees, transportation, fuel and healthcare, noting that even people earning salaries are struggling to meet their basic needs. He said the economic pressure has pushed some Nigerians into actions they never imagined they would take. “People are doing things they never imagined they would do, hurting people, betraying people, cutting corners, not necessarily because they were born wicked but because…
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“I Supported Tinubu Because Nigerians Annoyed Me With Their Bullying” — Bimbo Akintola
Nollywood actress Bimbo Akintola has revealed that online bullying over political choices influenced her decision to publicly support President Bola Ahmed Tinubu during the last presidential election. Speaking in an interview with Chude, Akintola said the backlash faced by veteran actress Joke Silva over her support for Tinubu pushed her to openly declare her own position. “I supported President Bola Ahmed Tinubu during the last election because Nigerians annoyed me with their bullying,” Akintola said. She recalled making a video declaring her support for Tinubu after seeing the criticism against Silva, saying, “I’m also supporting Tinubu, kill me, let me…
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“I Stay in a Rented Apartment to Motivate Myself” — Ola of Lagos
Nigerian influencer and entrepreneur Waris Olayinka Akinwande, popularly known as Ola of Lagos, has explained why he continues to live in a rented apartment despite owning multiple houses. Speaking on the KK Show, Ola said he has never slept in any house he bought with his own money because he fears becoming “too relaxed” if he moves into his own property. According to him, staying in a rented apartment keeps him motivated to work harder and maintain his drive. The luxury influencer also revealed that he currently pays ₦50 million annually in house rent
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