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Only after two years in office, the poverty rate in Anambra jumped to 53.7 per cent, You lack moral stand to criticize the Tinubu govt – Sanwo-Olu tackles Peter Obi
Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has criticized Labour Party’s 2023 presidential candidate, Peter Obi, accusing him of lacking the moral standing to speak about poverty in Nigeria. In a personally signed statement titled “Factually Addressing Mr. Peter Obi’s Criticism of Nigeria at Johns Hopkins University,” Sanwo-Olu alleged that poverty worsened under Obi’s leadership as Anambra State governor. This reaction followed Obi’s speech at Johns Hopkins University, where he compared Nigeria’s poverty rates to China and Vietnam, blaming poor leadership for Nigeria’s lag in development. Obi emphasized that competent leadership focused on education, healthcare, and poverty reduction was key to progress…
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Tinubu not happy he got only 4% votes in Abia – Orji Kalu
Former Abia State Governor and current Senator for Abia North, Orji Uzor Kalu, has urged the South East region to embrace the political benefits of being part of the mainstream political environment. In a Facebook post, Kalu expressed concern that President Bola Tinubu secured only 4% of the vote in Abia State during the 2023 presidential election, which he deemed a poor result, especially given the prominent APC figures in the state. He called on APC members to unite and work towards securing victory for the party in Abia in the 2027 elections. Kalu also clarified that his recent meeting…
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Rivers State: What can bring peace is humility and a sincere commitment to the interests of the state – Wike
Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has outlined conditions for any genuine reconciliation with his former ally, Governor Siminalayi Fubara of Rivers State. Speaking at Honourable Ken Chikere’s platinum jubilee celebration in Port Harcourt on Friday, April 25, Wike stated that true peace must involve all major political players and not be a mere show. He criticized elder statesmen in the state for their silence and accused them of contributing to the ongoing crisis. Wike also condemned the use of media blackmail, insisting it would not solve the political conflict. Additionally, Wike dismissed rumours that he had collapsed…
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Pope Francis finally laid to rest at Santa Maria Maggiore basilica
Pope Francis has been laid to rest at the Santa Maria Maggiore Basilica following a funeral Mass at St. Peter’s Basilica in the Vatican. The private entombment allowed close associates to pay their final respects after thousands, including world leaders and monarchs, attended the funeral. The Pope’s coffin was transported through streets lined with mourners to his final resting place, fulfilling his wish to be buried in the Pauline Chapel, home to the ancient icon of Maria Salus Populi Romani. Pope Francis, who passed away on Easter Monday at the age of 88 after suffering a stroke, coma, and heart…
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“In Nigeria, politicians pay youths N20,000 to insult those advocating for their future on social media” – Peter Obi
Peter Obi, the Labour Party’s presidential candidate in the 2023 general election, has criticized the nature of politics in Nigeria, describing it as “transactional.” He claimed that some politicians resort to paying youths to attack and insult individuals who advocate for a better future for the country. ‘’People pay them to cause confusion. As I am here now, go to social media. All those that are being paid N20, 000 or N40, 000 monthly are youths whom you are fighting for their lives because at over 60, I have just few years to go but we can get it right.”
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Marry a kind man who can’t bear to see you in pain – Pretty Mike advises ladies
Nigerian socialite, Pretty Mike, has urged young women to marry men who cannot bear to see them in pain. In a post shared on his Instagram story on Friday, he emphasized the importance of marrying “kind men.” Pretty Mike cited the tragic case of a woman who died during labor after her husband refused to sign the necessary documents for a Cesarean Section (CS), highlighting the importance of choosing a life partner who genuinely cares about their well-being. He further advised women to prioritize their health and happiness when selecting a partner, noting that some men can quickly move on…
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The Government is driven by the whims of an individual not by the rule of law – Rotimi Amaechi says
Former Minister of Transportation, Rotimi Amaechi, has accused President Bola Tinubu of breaching the Nigerian Constitution by suspending Governor Siminalayi Fubara and declaring a state of emergency in Rivers State. Speaking at the 9th Akinjide Adeosun Foundation (AAF) Annual Leadership Discourse in Lagos, themed “Fearless Leadership: A Panacea for Sustainable Development,” Amaechi criticized the National Assembly as weak and complicit, alleging it enabled what he described as an “illegal government.” He condemned the President’s actions as unconstitutional, claiming Tinubu unlawfully removed an elected governor and appointed a military officer, Vice Admiral Ibok-Ete Ibas, as state administrator, while the nation remained…
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”Telling a man to ‘shut up’ in the Senate or anywhere else is unacceptable” – lawmaker, Nwaebonyi calls for the condemnation of women who make unfounded accusations against me
Senator Onyekachi Nwebonyi, representing Ebonyi North and Deputy Chief Whip of the Senate, has urged women in politics to show respect to their male counterparts. Speaking at an empowerment event in Abakaliki on April 23, he criticized what he described as increasing disrespect from some female politicians, warning that such behavior could harm the future of women in Nigerian politics. Though he did not mention names, Nwebonyi’s comments come amid his ongoing dispute with Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, who has sued him for ₦5 billion over allegedly defamatory remarks. The controversy follows a heated exchange involving Nwebonyi and former Minister Oby…
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We should start preparing for 2031 becuase nobody is beating BAT in 2027 Not Atiku. Not El-Rufai. Not Peter Obi – Influencer, Pamilerin says
Influencer Pamilerin Adegoke has urged Nigerians to accept the “reality” that President Bola Tinubu will remain in power beyond 2027. In a post shared on X, Pamilerin stated that no politician—including Atiku Abubakar, Nasir El-Rufai, or Peter Obi—stands a chance of unseating Tinubu in the next election.
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”Hold your state but cut your beards” – Daddy Showkey says he has cancelled plans to go to Minna as he slams Niger governor for directing that men with dreadlocks get their hair shaved off
Veteran musician Daddy Showkey has criticized Niger State Governor Umaru Bago for ordering the arrest and forced shaving of men wearing dreadlocks. In a video, Daddy Showkey showcased his iconic floor-length dreadlocks and announced he was cancelling his visit to Minna, telling the governor to “hold your state.” He also challenged the governor to shave his own bushy beard if he was targeting others’ hair. Governor Bago had faced backlash after directing security agencies to cut off dreadlocks, fine offenders, and enforce strict grooming in the state. Following public outrage, he later clarified that the directive targeted cult-related hooliganism, not…
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If you have any business and you have dreadlocks, please come to Niger State – Governor Bago says he was misunderstood
Governor Umar Bago of Niger State has rescinded his earlier directive targeting individuals with dreadlocks in Minna, following widespread public outcry. During a stakeholders’ security meeting on Tuesday, April 22, Bago had ordered the arrest, forced haircut, and fining of residents wearing what he called “unacceptable haircuts,” including dreadlocks “Anybody that you find with dreadlocks, arrest, barb the hair, and fine the person. Nobody should carry any kind of haircut inside Minna. I have given marching orders to security agencies,” the governor had said. He instructed security agencies to act immediately, sparking sharp criticism from civil society organizations, human rights…
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Tinubu issues marching order to NSA, Service Chiefs on killings across the country
President Bola Tinubu has ordered security agencies to take decisive action against the rising insecurity in the country, declaring “enough is enough.” During a meeting with security chiefs at the Presidential Villa on Wednesday, Tinubu called for a total overhaul of the nation’s security strategy. This directive, detailed in a statement by his spokesperson Bayo Onanuga, comes amid recent attacks in Borno, Benue, Plateau, and Kwara states. National Security Adviser Nuhu Ribadu, speaking to the press, confirmed the President’s call for a fresh approach, noting that Tinubu remained actively engaged with security matters even during his recent visits to Paris…
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