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Oshiomhole opposed son’s nomination as commissioner – Edo Deputy Governor reveals
The Deputy Governor of Edo State, Dennis Idahosa, has dismissed allegations of nepotism and state capture following the appointment of Cyril Oshiomhole, son of former governor Adams Oshiomhole, as the state’s Commissioner for Health. During an interview on Channels Television on Wednesday, Idahosa revealed that the former governor had, in fact, opposed his son’s nomination for the position. “This position has nothing to do with Adams Oshiomhole. In fact, Adams opposed it. He was against the nomination because of the vision the governor has for the people of Edo State. The governor made the decision to appoint Cyril based on…
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I wasn’t feeling him – Tiwa Savage on why she returned Range Rover car gift
Nigerian singer Tiwa Savage has revealed that a Range Rover was the most expensive gift she ever received, but she chose to return it. She explained that a man had gifted her the car for her birthday, but she decided to give it back because she wasn’t interested in him. Tiwa shared this during a recent interview with The Beat 99.9 FM in Lagos. “I once got a Range Rover for my birthday but I returned it cos I wasn’t feeling the guy. I also didn’t want to keep it because he might decide to retrieve the car if I…
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I am done – Chidimma Adetshina quits pageantry
Miss Universe runner-up, Chidimma Adetshina, has revealed her decision to step away from pageantry. In a recent interview with Silverbird TV, Adetshina described her experience in the industry as traumatic. Citing personal reasons, she announced her intention to leave pageantry and relocate to Nigeria from her estranged home, South Africa. “Finishing in the top 2 [at the Miss Universe competition] is still a shocker for me… Honestly, I am done. Pageantry was a real traumatic experience for me,” she said. “People still don’t understand how I felt. There were times when I almost quit during the Miss Universe contest. I’m…
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Submission is not respect, it is slavery – Nigerian woman says
Maryann Obiageli Duruibe, a Nigerian woman, has shared her bold stance on submission in marriage. According to Duruibe, submission within a marital relationship should not be equated with respect, as she believes it leans more toward slavery She shared this in a post on Facebook. See her post below;
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If you had addressed the many problems you critiqued in your poorly written Yale lecture when you ruled for eight years, President Buhari and President Tinubu would have had a much lighter burden of fixing the country – Presidency slams Obasanjo
The Presidency has hit back at former President Olusegun Obasanjo following his critical remarks about President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration. During the Chinua Achebe Leadership Forum at Yale University, Obasanjo labeled Nigeria a failing state under Tinubu and described corruption as being in a “fatal state.” In response, Bayo Onanuga, Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, dismissed Obasanjo’s comments as insincere. He argued that many of the issues Obasanjo highlighted were unresolved during his tenure, leaving successors like Buhari and Tinubu to shoulder the burden. Onanuga also challenged Obasanjo’s self-proclaimed legacy as an economic reformer, stating that…
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Nigerian politicians select churches they attend, they leave churches where they are constantly challenged – Cardinal Onaiyekan
Cardinal John Onaiyekan, the Emeritus Archbishop of Abuja, has called out greedy politicians for their selective approach to religion. Speaking on the issue, the Cardinal observed that such politicians often choose churches and pastors based on convenience, avoiding those who might challenge their corrupt behavior. This, he said, reflects their unwillingness to confront the moral implications of their actions. He told the Sunday edition of Inside Sources with Laolu Akande, a socio-political program on Channels Television. “I have noticed in Nigeria that greedy people have a way of choosing the kind of churches they go to and which preachers they…
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There is no such title as the World’s richest Man or Africa’s richest man – Senator Shehu Sani
Senator Shehu Sani has voiced his disagreement with titles such as “World’s Richest Man” or “Africa’s Richest Man,” calling them misleading. In a Facebook post, Sani argued that wealth is personal, benefitting only the individual and their family. He questioned the relevance of such titles, pointing out that these wealthy individuals neither pay others’ rent, feed them, nor cover their children’s school fees.
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Lagos plotting to colonise Northern Nigeria — Kwankwaso
Senator Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, the 2023 presidential candidate of the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP), has accused Lagos of attempting to “colonize” the northern region. Speaking at the convocation ceremony of Skyline University in Kano, the former Kano State governor claimed that Lagos has been deeply involved in the ongoing power struggle over emirate rulership in the state. ”Let me note our situation here in Kano and indeed northern Nigeria,” Kwankwaso said. “The emir is just being a stooge at this very difficult time, especially in this part of the country (northern Nigeria). “Today, we can see very clearly that…
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Tax Bills: We will prioritise support for Tinubu over loyalty to governors – Reps deputy spokesman
The Deputy Spokesman of the House of Representatives, Rep. Philip Agbese, has affirmed the House’s support for President Bola Tinubu’s Tax Reform Bills, despite opposition from state governors urging their withdrawal. Agbese emphasized the bills’ importance to Nigeria’s economic growth, stating that lawmakers are united in prioritizing national interests over political pressures, including threats from governors about their re-election prospects in 2027. The reforms, submitted on September 3, 2024, stem from the Presidential Committee on Fiscal and Tax Reforms and aim to overhaul Nigeria’s tax system, streamline administration, and boost revenue generation. President Tinubu has resisted calls for withdrawal, proposing…
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‘I am wife material’ – DJ Cuppy
Nigerian disk jockey Florence Otedola, known as DJ Cuppy, has proclaimed herself a “wife material.” She shared a photo of herself doing laundry and complimented her qualities, describing herself as hardworking and loving with the caption; “Wifey material: doing laundry and trying not to break hearts at the same time.”
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SA appointment: Seek Shettima’s forgiveness — Ndume tells Bwala who had left the APC after Shettima was picked as Tinubu’s running mate
Senator Mohammed Ali Ndume, representing Borno South, has advised Daniel Bwala, the newly appointed Special Adviser to President Bola Tinubu on Media and Public Communications, to seek reconciliation with Vice President Kashim Shettima. Bwala had left the All Progressives Congress (APC) following Shettima’s selection as Tinubu’s running mate. Ndume, in a statement, encouraged Bwala to work closely with Shettima to advance the administration’s “Renewed Hope” agenda. He also urged Bwala to draw inspiration from long-standing Tinubu allies, such as Sunday Dare and Bayo Onanuga, by defending the president’s policies with professionalism, avoiding offensive rhetoric. “You should also learn from the…
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Atiku’s ex-aide, Daniel Bwala reacts to appointment as Tinubu’s SA
Daniel Bwala, a former aide to ex-PDP presidential candidate Atiku Abubakar, has expressed gratitude to President Bola Tinubu for appointing him as Special Adviser on Media and Public Communications. Bwala, a lawyer and public affairs analyst, thanked Tinubu for the trust and opportunity to serve the nation in this capacity. His appointment highlights Tinubu’s confidence in his expertise and dedication to public service. Posting on X, Bwala wrote: “I want to express my profound gratitude to Mr President @officialABAT for the demonstration of confidence and trust by this appointment. “I am indeed humbled and honored to be called to serve…
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