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President Tinubu approves South-East Investment Company with N150 billion capital base
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved the creation of the South-East Investment Company (SEIC), a federal-backed initiative with a projected capital base of N150 billion. The company is designed to drive industrialization and stimulate private sector growth in Nigeria’s South-East region. The development was announced on Friday through an official statement shared via the Presidency’s social media platforms. ”President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, has granted executive approval for the establishment of the South-EastInvestment Company (SEIC), a dedicated investment vehicle under the South East Development Commission (SEDC) designed to mobilise private capital, unlock regional competitiveness, and fast-track industrialisation in the South.…
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President Tinubu renames UNIMAID to Muhammadu Buhari University.
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has officially renamed the University of Maiduguri to Muhammadu Buhari University. The announcement was made on Thursday through a brief statement by presidential spokesperson, Bayo Onanuga. “President Tinubu renames University of Maiduguri as MUHAMMADU Buhari University. President Tinubu announced the honour at the session of tributes of the Federal Executive Council to his late predecessor,” he wrote on X.
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Taxi drivers try to talk to me, men have audacity – Reality TV star, Kimoprah
Former Big Brother Naija star, Kimoprah, has expressed surprise at the boldness of some men, revealing that she has been approached by taxi drivers and immigration officers during her travels abroad. Speaking on a recent episode of The BTS Reality podcast, she noted that while these men confidently make advances, the type of men she’s actually interested in rarely approach her. She said, “Taxi drivers try to talk to me, men have audacity. When you travel abroad, you know how it is there, they don’t really care about class, they can talk to anybody. Anybody is within right of speech.…
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This Fake coalition is paying poor Nigerians to say they are decamping from other parties to the ADC – ADC scribe, Dumebi Kachikwu
Dumebi Kachikwu, the African Democratic Congress (ADC) candidate in the 2023 general election, has stated that former Vice President Atiku Abubakar’s reported ambition to contest for the presidency under the ADC platform is a clear indication that he does not support the emergence of a southern president. Kachikwu made this known on Thursday during a media briefing addressing matters related to the party. While commenting on Atiku’s antecedence, he said, “There is a lot of deliberate misinformation going on by these agents of destabilisation masquerading as a political coalition. There is a clear difference between a political coalition and a…
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“I wonder whether a doctor prescribed ‘Presidency’ for him and if he doesn’t become President something will happen to him” – Wike’s aide, Olayinka to Atiku
Lere Olayinka, Senior Special Assistant on Public Communications and Social Media to FCT Minister Nyesom Wike, has criticized former Vice President Atiku Abubakar for what he described as an unhealthy obsession with becoming Nigeria’s President. Speaking on Channels Television’s Sunrise Daily on Thursday, Olayinka was reacting to Atiku’s recent resignation from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). Atiku had announced his exit from the PDP on Wednesday, citing concerns over the direction the party is heading. “The only thing that interests Atiku Abubakar is to become Nigeria’s President. I’m beginning to wonder whether a doctor prescribed ‘Presidency’ for him, and if…
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“Our party has been hijacked by antidemocratic forces” – Dele Momodu says as he dumps PDP for ADC
Ovation Magazine publisher, Dele Momodu, has resigned from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and joined the African Democratic Congress (ADC). In a letter dated July 17, 2025, addressed to the PDP chairman in Ihievbe Ward 4, Edo State, Momodu cited the party’s takeover by “anti-democratic forces” as his reason for leaving. He announced his alignment with the ADC-led opposition coalition aimed at unseating President Bola Tinubu and the APC in the 2027 elections. Momodu said, “I wish to inform you of my decision to resign from our political party, PDP, with immediate effect. “My reason is simple and straightforward. Our…
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Actor Van Vicker celebrates as daughter graduates with law degree
Veteran Ghanaian actor Van Vicker is celebrating a proud fatherhood moment as his daughter has officially earned her Bachelor of Laws (LLB) degree. Sharing the joyful news on Instagram, Van Vicker posted a photo with his daughter in her graduation gown, expressing deep pride and gratitude. He praised her determination and resilience, acknowledging how challenging it is to stay committed in today’s world. “Congratulations to you, J, my LLB senior. Continue to soar. I love you,” he wrote, also thanking God for her academic success.
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“Your father was the best president”- Nigerians shower prayers on son of late former President Umar Musa Yar’adua as he ties the knot
Nigerians on TikTok are pouring out love and blessings for the son of the late former President Umaru Musa Yar’adua and his new bride. Musa Umaru Musa Yar’adua recently tied the knot with Maryam Shuiab in a multi-day celebration that concluded with a Nikkah ceremony over the weekend. As wedding photos and videos circulated online, people from across the country flooded the comment sections with prayers and kind words. Many praised the late Yar’adua as Nigeria’s “best President” and wished the newlyweds a joyful union, citing the goodwill his legacy continues to inspire.
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BBNaija announces date for season 10 edition, winner to take home N150m
The organisers of Big Brother Naija have announced that the new season will premiere on July 26 and 27, 2025. This year’s edition comes with a record-breaking grand prize of ₦150 million, the highest in the show’s history since it debuted in 2006. According to MultiChoice Nigeria, the 2025 season will once again be hosted by long-time presenter, Ebuka Obi-Uchendu. Last year’s edition, themed No Loose Guard, introduced a twist where housemates initially competed in pairs before being unpaired. Kellyrae made history as the first married housemate to win the show, taking home ₦100 million. Organisers also revealed that physical…
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”I can’t speak good english, they want to embarrass me” – Actor Lege Miami says CNN invited him for an interview
Nollywood actor, Lege Miami, has accused the Cable News Network, CNN, of planning to disgrace him. Lege made the accusati in a recent video shared on his Instagram page. Speaking in the trending video, the actor, who has difficulty speaking English, stated that CNN purposely invited him to embarrass him. While informing the public about the recent invite, he said “I ran away. All Nigerians, guess what. CNN news invite me for an interview, I ran away. “They want to disgrace me, they want to embarrass me. I can’t speak good English oooo.”
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”What’s going on with our drugs?” – Actress, Mary Remmy Njoku calls out NAFDAC, shares experience
Nollywood actress and producer Mary Remmy Njoku has raised alarm over the effectiveness of medications sold in Nigeria, following a recent case of food poisoning she experienced on a movie set. In an Instagram post, Njoku revealed that she took Imodium, an anti-diarrheal medication, from a well-known Nigerian pharmacy for three days without improvement. However, after taking the same drug sourced from abroad by her husband, she felt better almost immediately. She called on NAFDAC to urgently investigate the possibility of counterfeit or substandard drugs in circulation. She said, “I want to share a recent experience: I had food poisoning…
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Breaking: Atiku resigns from PDP (photo)
Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has officially resigned from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), citing concerns over the party’s current direction. He based his decision on what he described as the “trajectory” the PDP has taken, which no longer aligns with his political vision. Atiku is now actively involved as a prominent figure in the emerging opposition coalition.
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