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Gospel artiste, Timileyin Ajayi sentenced to death by hanging for killing Nasarawa corper
A High Court in Lafia, Nasarawa State, has sentenced gospel singer Oluwatimileyin Ajayi to death by hanging for the murder of his girlfriend, Salome Adaidu. Ajayi, a 31-year-old, was found guilty of killing the 24-year-old corps member at his residence in Papaladna village, Karshi Development Area. The presiding judge, Justice Simon Aboki, ruled that the prosecution had proven the case beyond reasonable doubt and dismissed Ajayi’s claim that he was unconscious during and after the incident. The judgment was based on Section 221 of the Penal Code of Northern Nigeria, which mandates a death sentence for murder. Prosecuting counsel Raymond…
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We have all agreed to work together – Wike says as Tinubu meets Wike, Fubara and Rivers Lawmakers
Minister of the Federal Capital Territory and former Governor of Rivers State, Nyesom Wike, announced on Thursday night that his political dispute with Governor Siminalayi Fubara has been resolved. The resolution followed a peace meeting convened by President Bola Tinubu at the Presidential Villa in Abuja. Speaking to journalists after the closed-door session, Wike confirmed that both parties had reached a final agreement to end their differences and collaborate moving forward in unity. “We have all agreed to work together with the governor, and the governor also agreed to work together with all of us. We are members of the…
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Your beauty is useless without a man in your life – Newly married Nigerian man tells women
A Facebook user, Isah Kakanda, who recently got married, stirred reactions with a controversial post stating that a woman’s beauty holds no value if she is single. In his words, shared on Thursday: “My sister, your beauty is useless without a man in your life.”
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Tinubu signs Tax Reform Bills into law
President Bola Tinubu has signed four key tax reform bills into law, marking what he called a bold step toward a new era of economic governance in Nigeria. The signing ceremony took place in the presence of top National Assembly leaders, including Senate President Godswill Akpabio and House Speaker Tajudeen Abbas. According to Tinubu, the reforms go beyond simplifying tax codes—they represent the first major pro-people tax cuts in a generation. The new laws aim to provide targeted relief for low-income earners, small businesses, and struggling families. The newly signed bills include: Nigeria Tax Bill (Fair Taxation) Nigeria Tax Administration…
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PDP reinstates Anyanwu Samuel to his position as National secretary.
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has reinstated Samuel Anyanwu to his position as National Secretary. At a press briefing on Wednesday, Ambassador Iliya Damagum, the Acting National Chairman of the party, made the announcement. Damagum, flanked by Bauchi State Governor Bala Mohammed, former Senate President Bukola Saraki, and other key stakeholders, said the decision to reinstate Anyanwu into the National Working Committee (NWC) was challenging, but ultimately accepted by a majority of party members, led by the party’s organs. He also announced the cancellation of the planned NEC meeting, stating, “We will have an expanded Caucus, at the next Caucus…
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We will treat all requests fairly irrespective of the status of promoters- INEC Chairman assures
Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Mahmood Yakubu, has reacted to the claim made by a Coalition of Opposition political leaders that the Commission might not want to register a new political party. INEC stated that it will treat all requests fairly irrespective of the status of their promoters, be they ordinary or prominent citizens. Yakubu added, “Nigerians will be fully briefed of the actions taken by the Commission every step of the way.” He addressed this matter at the second Regular Consultative Meeting with Media Executives held at the Commission’s Conference Room Abuja, on Wednesday. The meeting…
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Atiku, Amaechi, El-Rufai are frustrated elements that come together because they’ve been excluded from the system – Shehu Sani
Former federal lawmaker, Senator Shehu Sani, has asserted that recent opposition coalitions and criticisms directed at President Bola Tinubu’s administration lack a foundation in genuine public interest. He specifically criticized the efforts of opposition leaders such as former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, Rotimi Amaechi, and Mallam Nasir El-Rufai, among others, to form a coalition against Tinubu in anticipation of the 2027 elections. Sani contended that these actions are instead “driven by personal frustration, exclusion from power, and failed political ambition.” He made these remarks on Wednesday during an appearance on Channels Television’s ‘The Morning Brief’, adding that most current opposition…
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Fix issues in your party and stop blaming the president- Shehu Sani tells opposition parties
Shehu Sani, former Senator for Kaduna Central, criticized opposition parties for blaming President Bola Tinubu for their internal conflicts, urging them instead to resolve their own issues. Speaking on Channels Television’s ‘The Morning Brief’ on Wednesday, Sani expressed disappointment that the opposition, including the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Labour Party (LP), and New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP), expected the president to fix their problems. Sani highlighted the illogic of this stance: “How logical is it when you have a problem in your house, then you start blaming your neighbour or adversary for it when you should address it.” “If there…
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I don’t want to jump form frying pan to fire- Ndume speaks about joining coalition
Senator Ali Ndume of Borno South has acknowledged the possibility of joining a coalition aiming to unseat President Bola Tinubu in 2027. However, Ndume, speaking on Arise TV on Tuesday night, stated his reluctance to move from frying pan to fire. He also disclosed his attendance at several meetings held by this opposition group, confirming, He states “I am aware of the opposition coalition. I have gone to several of their meetings.” When directly asked if the coalition had approached him, he did not explicitly say yes or no in the provided text. He replied: “Yes, but I told them…
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‘Bola Tinubu has performed miserably, has a 91% disapproval rating’- EL-Rufai
Former Kaduna State Governor, Nasir El-Rufai, has declared that President Bola Tinubu is gone. During an interview on Arise Television’s Prime Time on Monday evening, El-Rufai stated that Tinubu has a 91 percent disapproval rating in the North and Southeast. The Social Democratic Party chieftain further pointed out that in the last two years, Tinubu has performed miserably in the areas of security, economy, and trade. He said: “We have to ask the people to make up their minds, do you like what is happening? This is just two years. If your life has gotten better since Tinubu was sworn…
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’10M in pounds would heal me’ – Omah lay reveals
Nigerian singer, Stanley Omah Didia, popularly known as Omah Lay, has revealed that money could help him heal from depression. The ‘Soso’ crooner disclosed this in a post on social media on Tuesday, claiming that 10 million pounds or dollars could make him feel better for at least a month. Omah Lay, who has openly discussed his struggles with chronic depression, which nearly took his life, wrote via his X handle on Tuesday, “10M in pounds or dollars right now will heal me for at least a month.”
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The most broke people I have met are in the UK- Tacha says its not all rosy abroad
Reality TV star and influencer, Tacha Akide, has sparked conversation online after she shared her observation on the financial struggles of Nigerians living in the United Kingdom. In a recent video, the former BBNaija housemate, now residing in the UK, shared her perspective that many Nigerians abroad are not financially secured as is commonly perceived. Contrary to popular belief, Tacha stated that many Nigerians in the UK are barely surviving, with some even living less comfortably than their counterparts in Nigeria, particularly due to the high cost of living in the UK. Tacha further stated that, from her observation, many…
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