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Benue, Plateau killings: People are dying everyday because Tinubu is their president who could not defend them- Kenneth Okonkwo
Former Labour Party spokesperson, Kenneth Okonkwo, has asserted that Nigerians in Benue, Plateau, and other states are dying due to President Bola Tinubu’s presidency. Okonkwo stated that Nigerians are losing their lives because Tinubu is unable to protect them. In an interview with News Central TV, the Nollywood veteran strongly criticized those commending Tinubu’s administration, claiming the President has failed Nigerians. Okonkwo said: “There is no way anybody will be praising this government and not appearing like a fool.” When they came in, Tinubu in his inauguration said the fuel subsidy is gone and when he was saying that there…
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“No Plans to Leave APC”- Okorocha Debunks Defection Rumors
Former Imo State Governor, Rochas Okorocha, has denied recent speculations that he plans to leave the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC). Okorocha was responding to a recent report claiming he had described the APC as a party “desperate to hijack power.” He refuted ever making such a statement. In a statement signed by his Special Adviser on Media, Sam Onwuemeodo, the former lawmaker characterized the report as a fabrication by individuals threatened by his political influence. korocha questioned how he could make such a statement about a party he helped to establish; one that has held federal power since 2015.…
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Stop calling my child Duduke, that’s not her name – Simi tells fans
Nigerian singer Simisola Kosoko, popularly known as Simi, has asked the public to stop referring to her daughter, Adejare, as “Duduke.” It was reported that Simi released a song titled ‘Duduke’ in anticipation of her child’s birth in 2020. Consequently, after she and her husband, fellow singer Adekunle Gold, welcomed their first child, Adejare, in June 2020, some fans began calling their daughter ‘Duduke’ after the popular hit song. In a recent conversation with VJ Adams, Simi explained that she doesn’t appreciate people calling her child Duduke, emphasizing that the word doesn’t have a specific meaning. According to her, ‘Duduke’…
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No preceding government has achieved what Tinubu administration has achieved in just two years – Information Minister, Mohammed Idris
The Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, has asserted that the Tinubu administration’s accomplishments within just two years serve as undeniable proof of its visionary and courageous leadership. Idris made this claim at the inaugural National Dialogue on Citizen Engagement and National Security, themed “One Voice, One Vision: Uniting Perspectives for a Stronger Nigeria,” held in Abuja on Tuesday. According to the Minister, the event occurred at a time when Nigeria is “at the confluence of purpose and possibility.” He emphasized that this forum, initiated by the Voice of Nigeria (VON), is not merely a theoretical discussion platform…
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It took 50 years for India to develop, Let us have patience – Presidential aide, Aliyu Audu urges Nigerians
Aliyu Audu, the Senior Special Assistant to the President on Public Affairs, has called on Nigerians to exercise patience and embrace a shared sense of responsibility as the nation pursues long-term economic transformation. Speaking on Channels Television’s The Beam on Monday, June 2, Audu stressed that sustainable development demands time, vision, and unity, drawing on global examples to reinforce his plea for national resolve. “There are certain processes in terms of nation-building, moving from underdevelopment to being developed. We have examples across the world. “it took an average of 35 years for Singapore, 50 years for India, and a couple…
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2027: Ask for seats, tickets, legislative roles – Aisha yesufu urges Nigerians
As a powerful coalition forms against President Bola Tinubu’s administration, prominent socio-political activist Aisha Yesufu has issued a strong call to action for Nigerians. Top aggrieved politicians from both the North and South, including APC leader Chibuike Amaechi, former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, and former Kaduna State Governor Nasir El-Rufai, are reportedly uniting with the goal of unseating Tinubu in 2027. In a recent post on X (formerly Twitter), Yesufu cautioned against leaving politics solely to those who can afford expensive political forms. She implored citizens to actively participate and shape the emerging coalition, urging them to “be the drivers…
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People in the political class are the ones fuelling Boko Haram – Orji uzor kalu
On Monday, Senator Orji Uzor Kalu, the former governor of Abia State, made a significant accusation, he alleged that members of the political class are fueling Boko Haram in Nigeria. Kalu stated that these individuals are using terrorism as a tool to fight President Bola Tinubu, just like they did with past administrations. This declaration was made during his appearance on Channels Television’s Politics Today program. “The political class is behind Boko Haram. They are using terrorism as a tool to fight Tinubu, just like they did with past administrations,” Kalu said. However, when asked to clarify who he referred…
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2023: If I was playing anti party PDP wouldn’t have won Governorship – Wike
Nyesom Wike, the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), has reiterated his stance that he did not participate in anti-party activities during the last general elections. He argued that the Peoples Democratic Party PDP would not have secured the governorship and National Assembly seats in Rivers State if he had truly worked against the party, despite his support for President Bola Tinubu. During his monthly press briefing in Abuja on Monday, Wike explained that he, along with Bode George and other prominent party stakeholders, had agreed that the PDP’s presidential ticket should be zoned to the South, but some…
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2027: It’s not going to be about your defections but your scorecards- PDP spokesman warns Tinubu
Debo Ologunagba, the National Publicity Secretary of the Peoples Democratic Party PDP has issued a caution to the President Bola Tinubu-led All Progressives Congress APC, stating that the 2027 elections will not be primarily about political defections. Ologunagba emphasized that the 2027 elections will instead focus on “Tinubu’s scorecards and policies against Nigerians.” Speaking on AIT Focus Nigeria, the PDP spokesman noted that Tinubu’s administration and the APC appear to celebrate recent defections. He highlighted that there have been several instances of members defecting from the Peoples Democratic Party and Labour Party to the APC.Specifically, he mentioned that former PDP…
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Amaechi joins Atiku, EL-Rufai because he is Hungry for Power- Wike
The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has criticized former Rivers State Governor Rotimi Amaechi concerning his recent remarks about President Bola Tinubu’s administration. According to Wike, Amaechi is simply “hungry for power.” Wike insisted that Amaechi “just can’t stay out of power,” He stated : “I don’t know how a man will choose his 60th birthday to tell lies. It’s unfortunate that in your 60th birthday that people are celebrating you, you choose to tell lies.” “He was Speaker in 1999 to 2007. Everybody knows he was the most pompous Speaker. He was living in London…
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2027: I will lead his campaign in Rivers state- Wike assures Tinubu
Nyesom Wike, the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), announced that he intends to spearhead President Bola Tinubu’s campaign in 2027. Speaking in Abuja on Monday, Wike implied that he would be leading the All Progressives Congress (APC) presidential campaign for the upcoming election.When directly questioned about leading the APC campaign in 2027, Wike responded, “I have told you this before, is it because I am in Asiwaju’s presidency? Are you not aware I will lead his campaign in Rivers State? You want me to say no?” He continued, highlighting electoral performance, “Are you not aware that he didn’t…
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I used to be a womanizer before I got married – Actor, Daniel Etim Effiong
Popular Nollywood actor, Daniel Etim-Effiong, shared that he was a womanizer at one point in his life, though he noted it was a brief phase. In an interview with Chude Jideonwo, the actor, who was formerly an engineer, recalled “exploring” relationships with multiple women simultaneously. He characterized this period as a learning process. Etim-Effiong stated that he frequently advises young people to avoid womanizing, emphasizing that it can negatively impact their future relationships and marriages and might be difficult to stop. Chude’s specific question was: “Were you a womanizer before you got married?” Etim-Effiong replied: “It depends on what is…
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