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Atiku may not have been destined to become Nigeria’s President — Presidential aide, Daniel Bwala
Presidential aide Daniel Bwala has cast serious doubt on the political future of former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, suggesting it may never have been his destiny to become Nigeria’s president. Speaking on Politics Today on Channels Television, Bwala, a former spokesperson for Atiku’s 2023 campaign, said Atiku had his best chance in 2023 and is unlikely to get another opportunity of that magnitude. There is my former principal who believes that he is going to win, “In all honesty, I have expressed my opinion that it may never have been destined by God for him to be a president in…
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Nobody likes Wike and Local Government elections will show it – Ireti Kingibe
Senator Ireti Kingibe, who represents the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), has stated that residents are prepared to challenge FCT Minister Nyesom Wike in the upcoming local government elections scheduled for early next year. Speaking in an interview with Channels TV, Kingibe criticized Wike for failing to understand or address the needs of the people. She added that the elections will serve as a clear expression of the unity and dissatisfaction of FCT indigenes toward the minister. ”Local government elections is coming early next year. That is when the people of the FCT show Ministers, we like you or we do…
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We are fighting poverty, We have no business dabbling in anything that has to do with nuclear weapons – Vice President, Shetimma
Vice President Kashim Shettima has reiterated Nigeria’s firm commitment to a total ban on nuclear testing. Speaking on Monday, July 7, during a courtesy visit from Dr. Robert Floyd, Executive Secretary of the Comprehensive Nuclear-Test-Ban Treaty Organization (CTBTO), at the Presidential Villa, Shettima emphasized that Africa should focus on tackling urgent challenges like poverty and climate change, rather than engaging in nuclear-related negotiations. “The outcome of any nuclear conflict is never a win-win situation; it is always the opposite. We are fighting poverty; we are fighting a war against the relationship between the economy and ecology in sub-Saharan Africa. We…
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Nigerian woman criticises Umuada for ‘collecting tea and bread during the burial of 26-year-old lady’
A Nigerian woman, Nenye Uzowulu, has called out the Umuada women’s group for allegedly showing a lack of empathy during the funeral of 26-year-old Nweke Chidera Jennifer on July 5, 2025. In a social media post, Nenye criticized the women for sitting and drinking tea during the burial of the young, unmarried woman, describing their behaviour as insensitive. See her post below;
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It’s strange how when you reject men, they start calling you old simply because you are in your 30s – Photographer, Fati Abubakar
Nigerian photographer Fati Abubakar has spoken out about being age-shamed by men after turning down their romantic advances. In a post, she emphasized that aging is a natural and beautiful part of life, adding that everyone will eventually grow older. Fati also pointed out that wealth alone does not qualify someone to be a good life partner, urging men to understand that character matters more than riches. “It’s strange how when you reject men, they start calling old simply because you are in your 30s. They are consistently hurling insults and bitterness. I don’t understand the age shaming,” she wrote…
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What has Wike ever done in his life? If he practiced the law he studied he would have been a charge and bail lawyer – Dele Momodu slams FCT minister
Dele Momodu, publisher of Ovation magazine and a former presidential candidate, has taken a fresh swipe at Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, questioning his credentials and legacy in both public service and private enterprise. Speaking during an interview on Channels Television on Monday, July 7, Momodu dismissed Wike’s professional background and contribution to national development, claiming the former Rivers State governor lacks any significant track record outside of politics. “What has Wike ever done in his life?” Momodu asked rhetorically. “If he practiced the law he studied, he would have been a charge and bail lawyer.” He contrasted…
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I got married late because I had no money and I was not confident – Actor, Afeez Oyetoro (Saka)
Popular Nigerian actor, Afeez Oyetoro, popularly known as Saka, has opened up about why he got married later in life. In a recent interview with media personality Chude Jideonwo, Saka revealed that he tied the knot at the age of 40. Reflecting on his personal journey and career, the actor—who also serves as a theatre arts lecturer at Lagos State University of Education—explained that his focus on building a solid foundation delayed his decision to marry. He eventually met his wife, Olaide Oyetoro, and they got married in 2003. The couple is blessed with three children. While attributing his marital…
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Coalition: Amaechi is too big to be responding to Wike, leave him for me – Deji Adeyanju
Nigerian activist lawyer Deji Adeyanju has pledged to continue criticizing Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Minister Nyesom Wike. In a Facebook post on Saturday, Adeyanju reacted to the ongoing feud between Wike and former Rivers State Governor Rotimi Amaechi, sparked by Amaechi’s involvement in the new opposition coalition ahead of the 2027 elections. Adeyanju stated that Amaechi is too prominent to engage with Wike and urged him to focus on more important matters, saying he (Adeyanju) would handle attacking the minister. “Coalition people should leave Wike and his dead PDP for me. Amaechi is too big to be responding to Wike.…
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2027: Kwankwaso will not contest against Tinubu on our platform – NNPP
The New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP) has stated that Rabiu Kwankwaso, its 2023 presidential candidate, will not contest on its platform in the 2027 elections. In a statement released on Saturday, National Chairman Dr. Agbo Major dismissed claims by Buba Galadima suggesting otherwise. Major emphasized that both Kwankwaso and Galadima remain expelled from the party and are no longer recognized as members. “We cannot even allow Kwankwaso for whatever reason to return on the NNPP fold because of the problems and internal wranglings he created for us,” Major said. He added: “He does not have the pedigree to match President…
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Punishment awaits corrupt people – Atiku hints on 2027 presidency
Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has hinted at a potential presidential run in 2027 under the African Democratic Congress (ADC) coalition. Speaking in Hausa, Atiku vowed to crack down on corruption if elected. In a video on X, Atiku could be heard saying: “I swear to God, if elected, whoever steals or engages in any corruption-related activities, we will declare war against them and they must be punished” Although he has not formally declared his defection from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), which he represented in the 2023 election, Atiku is now a leading figure in the opposition coalition. The…
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Coalition: Stop decieving Nigerians, you will not come back to power – Wike dares David Mark, Amaechi, others
Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has criticized the Interim National Chairman of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), David Mark, and opposition coalition leader Rotimi Amaechi, accusing them of misleading Nigerians. Speaking on Friday during the commissioning of the Aguma Palace–Radio Nigeria–New Market Road in Gwagwalada, Wike dismissed the coalition’s chances of returning to power in 2027. He urged Mark, Amaechi, and other coalition figures to present their records in office to the public instead of making empty promises. The event was part of activities marking President Bola Tinubu’s second term, with Vice President Kashim Shettima in attendance.…
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He has nuisance value – Aisha Yesufu reveals why she’s working with El-Rufai in ADC
Aisha Yesufu, co-convener of the defunct BringBackOurGirls movement, has addressed why she chose to align with former Kaduna State Governor Nasir El-Rufai in the new political coalition despite their past differences. Responding to backlash on social media, Yesufu emphasized that nation-building is not “a romantic affair” driven by personal feelings. She added that El-Rufai brings a “nuisance value” that could prove strategically useful in the coalition’s efforts to unseat President Bola Tinubu in the 2027 elections. Yesufu wrote on X: “Nasir El Rufai @elrufai has a nuisance value: his anger and vindictiveness, and you think I will not use that?…
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