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Rivers Crisis: Tinubu meets with Fubara in London
There were strong indications on Tuesday that President Bola Tinubu met with suspended Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, during the President’s working visit to Europe. According to The Africa Report, the meeting was initiated by Fubara, but the Presidency has remained tight-lipped, declining to confirm or comment on the encounter despite several inquiries. An insider described the meeting as significant, marking the first face-to-face discussion between Tinubu and Fubara since the President declared a state of emergency in Rivers State. In his March 18 national broadcast, Tinubu cited “months of intense political instability” that had crippled governance and threatened national…
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If a believer mixes with the poor, everybody should be angry- Pastor Ibiyemie replies those who criticised his comments about Jesus hating the poor
Pastor David Ibiyeomie of Salvation Ministries has defended his controversial claim that Jesus disliked poverty and avoided the poor. In an earlier sermon, Ibiyeomie stated that Jesus never entered a poor person’s home because He “hated poverty”—a remark that sparked widespread criticism online and within religious communities. Addressing the backlash in a follow-up message, the pastor reaffirmed his stance, saying the Holy Spirit confirmed it to him. He went further to argue that believers associating closely with the poor should raise concern in the same way as mingling with sinners. “Some persons called me and said internet was on fire.…
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”He should shave his beards to lead by example” – Reactions as Niger state governor orders that persons with dreadlocks be arrested, fined, and given a haircut
Governor Umar Bago of Niger State has instructed security agencies to arrest individuals sporting dreadlocks in Minna, the state capital. Speaking during a stakeholders’ security meeting on Tuesday, April 22, at the Government House, Bago ordered that anyone found with such hairstyles should be arrested, have their hair cut, and be fined. “We will have zero tolerance for rascality. Anybody that you find with dreadlocks, arrest, barb the hair, and fine him. Nobody should carry any kind of haircut inside Minna. I have given marching orders to security agencies,” he declared. He also urged parents to take responsibility for their…
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This banding of electricity is a huge fraud – Kate Henshaw laments poor electricity supply in Band A despite the high tariffs.
Actress Kate Henshaw has voiced her frustration over the poor electricity supply in Band A despite the high tariffs. She described the situation as a “huge FRAUD,” noting that although she’s supposed to receive over 20 hours of power daily, she barely gets two hours—even calling that a “good day.” Henshaw criticized the electricity system for failing to deliver value for the high costs, and in a follow-up tweet, she likened it to a scam worse than the recently collapsed CBEX Ponzi scheme.
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Attackers are Malians speaking Fulani not Nigerians – Gov Alia speaks on Benue killings
Benue State Governor, Hyacinth Alia, has claimed that the armed Fulani herders responsible for attacks in the state are not Nigerians but Malians. Speaking during an appearance on Channels Television’s Politics Today on Tuesday, Alia explained that the attackers’ language differs from the Hausa and Fulani dialects commonly spoken in Nigeria. The governor noted that these assailants, who have carried out deadly attacks in areas such as Otukpo, Ado, and Logo, are heavily armed and do not resemble local Fulani people. Benue State has faced repeated violence from herders, resulting in numerous casualties. According to Alia: “We know Nigerians—by our…
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Being a Christian doesn’t mean you should not smell nice. Cleanliness is next to Godliness – Woli Arole
Nigerian comedian Woli Arole has encouraged Christians to make use of perfumes, emphasizing that being a believer doesn’t mean one should neglect personal hygiene or avoid smelling good He wrote on Instagram: “Please I want to beg you in God’s name, use body sprays and perfumes Abeg.Abeg. Abeg. Being a Christian doesn’t mean you should not smell NICE.E get why I talk this thing oooo. Abeg smell well. Cleanliness is next to GODLINESS!!!” “Abegggg in God’s name!!! Smell nice!!!
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Northern politicians have failed the region – Kaduna State governor, Uba Sani says
Kaduna State Governor, Uba Sani, has openly criticized northern political leaders, stating they have failed the region and must apologize to the people. Speaking during an interview with TRUST TV, Sani emphasized that while constructive criticism of the government is essential in any democracy, it should serve the people’s interests and not be motivated by personal political ambition. He acknowledged his own role in the system, noting that the problems in northern Nigeria stem from decades of neglect and underdevelopment, not just recent years. “All of us who have held office in the past 20 years — senators, governors, ministers,…
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Hushpuppi was my friend, I didn’t know he was into fraud – Davido
Afrobeats star Davido has addressed his past friendship with convicted Nigerian fraudster Ramon Abbas, known as Hushpuppi. In a recent podcast interview, Davido stated that while they were friends, he was unaware of Hushpuppi’s involvement in fraud. He expressed hope for Hushpuppi’s release and noted that Nigeria’s harsh economic conditions often push people into illegal activities in a bid to escape poverty. He said, “Hushpuppi is coming out soon. He lived life. To me, it is not worth it to be locked up. But let me not make excuses for them [fraudsters]. Some people are happy to ball for five…
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He is not speaking as a pastor. He is speaking as a bitter rival who is covetous of President Tinubu’s position- Reno Omokri slams Tunde Bakare
Reno Omokri has criticized Pastor Tunde Bakare following the clergyman’s recent remarks condemning President Bola Tinubu’s leadership style. During a sermon on Sunday, April 20, Bakare took a swipe at Tinubu, accusing him of running the country with what he called a “motorpark brand of politics.” He also alleged that the President had reduced the National Assembly to a rubber stamp institution that merely serves his interests. In response, Omokri took to Instagram, suggesting that Bakare’s comments stem from lingering resentment over his loss to Tinubu in the 2022 APC presidential primaries. ‘’Tunde Bakare wanted to be President. He contested…
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My husband discouraged me from adopting his name – Joke Silva
Veteran Nollywood actress Joke Silva has explained why she chose not to take her husband, actor Olu Jacobs’ surname after their marriage. According to her, it was actually Jacobs who encouraged her to keep her maiden name to preserve her professional identity. The 62-year-old made this revelation during a recent episode of the Leadership podcast, hosted by Stephen Akintayo. The host asked: “Is there a reason you didn’t change your last name after getting married?” Silva replied: “He [Olu Jacobs] was the one who actually advised that I don’t. Because he understood the importance of branding. He was like, my…
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Pope Francis: Okpaleke only Nigerian Cardinal eligible to participate in the election of new Pope
The Catholic Broadcast Commission of Nigeria (CBCN) has announced that only one Nigerian cardinal is currently eligible to vote in the election of a new Pope. In a statement shared on its official Facebook page, the CBCN identified His Eminence, Cardinal Peter Ebere Okpaleke, 62, Bishop of Ekwulobia, as the sole Nigerian cardinal qualified to participate in a papal conclave. The commission explained that the other three Nigerian cardinals are ineligible due to age restrictions. The statement read: “His Eminence, Peter Cardinal Okpaleke (62) is the only Nigerian Catholic cardinal out of four cardinals currently eligible to participate( vote) in…
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Pope Francis devoted his life to the service of God and humanity. His legacy will live on – Peter Obi
The Labour Party’s 2023 presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has mourned Pope Francis’s death, calling him a moral compass in a troubled world. In a message shared on his official X handle, Obi expressed deep sorrow over the Pope’s passing at the age of 88 on Easter Monday. Reflecting on their three personal meetings, Obi praised the late Pope for his humility, wisdom, and moral courage, describing him as a true embodiment of faith, hope, and compassion. He wrote; Pope Francis: A Moral Compass in a Troubled world. I received with profound sorrow the news of the passing of the Holy…
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