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It is deeply troubling that almost every crime anywhere in Nigeria is tagged as the work of Fulani – Bashir Ahmed
Former presidential aide, Bashir Ahmad, has criticized the widespread labeling of all crimes in Nigeria as the work of Fulani people. In a post on X, he acknowledged the existence of criminal elements among Fulani herdsmen but condemned the blanket blame, which erases other causes of conflicts. He also noted that Hausa people, who are often victims, face similar misrepresentation. Ahmad urged Fulani voices to counter these harmful narratives, emphasizing that every ethnic group has both good and bad individuals. ‘’I am not in any way trying to excuse the obvious atrocities being committed by some criminal elements among the…
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You have a wife but went to marry another women in secret and expect her to be okay with it. Does it make sense? – Nigerian man asks Muslim men
Marriage therapist Shamseddin Giwa has criticized Muslim men who take additional wives, sometimes in secret, without their first wife’s consent and expect her to accept it. He noted that this practice is increasingly becoming a major cause of marital conflicts. “Muslim man is permitted polygyny and it’s his right to seek it. However, there is no compulsion in marriage so you cannot force a woman to accept a decision on polygyny you made! It’s the same way you cannot just approach a random woman on the streets and force her to marry you,” he wrote. It is emotional blackmail to…
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Please stay away from marriage if you’re broke – Nigerian man advises men as he complains about wives in people’s inbox asking for assistance to buy food
Nigerian man Dayo Aderinto has advised men to avoid marriage if they are financially unstable. In a Facebook post on Thursday, he warned that many wives secretly seek financial assistance from others due to their husbands’ inability to provide. “May your wife not be another man’s food,” he cautioned, urging men to prioritize financial stability before settling down.
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One battle down, two more to go – Senator Natasha reacts as INEC rejects recall petition
Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan of Kogi Central has expressed joy after the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) dismissed the petition seeking her recall. INEC rejected the petition on Thursday, stating it did not meet the constitutional requirements. According to the commission, the number of constituents who signed the petition fell short of the mandatory 50% of registered voters in the constituency. In response, Natasha celebrated the decision and dedicated the victory to Nigerians. On her official Facebook page, the lawmaker wrote, “On God it’s victory for the people. One battle down, two more to go. “Deep gratitude to my beloved husband,…
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Akpabio, Bello used fake constituents to initiate my recall process – Natasha
Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, representing Kogi Central, has accused Senate President Godswill Akpabio and former Kogi State Governor Yahaya Bello of initiating her recall process with fake constituents. Despite a government-imposed ban on rallies and processions, supporters from Kogi Central’s five local government areas gathered in Ihima, Okehi LGA, on Tuesday to welcome the PDP lawmaker. In a statement released on Wednesday, Akpoti-Uduaghan challenged Bello to reveal where he sourced the names of the fake constituents who called for her recall. She stated, “All available evidence and facts point directly to Bello as the mastermind behind the recall move.” She also…
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99% of stories about women abroad who divorced their ‘innocent’ husbands are false – Canada-based Nigerian woman says
Canada-based Nigerian woman, Nkechi Bianze, has dismissed claims that most Nigerian women abandon their husbands after being brought abroad. According to her, 99% of such stories are untrue. Over the years, narratives have circulated about Nigerian women allegedly reporting their spouses to the authorities, exploiting legal loopholes to evict them from their homes, and taking over their properties. However, Bianze argues that these accounts are largely exaggerated or false. “Every now and then, we see MEN and a few pickme women fabricating stories about women abroad who divorced their innocent husbands,” the mother of two wrote in a Facebook post…
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President Tinubu to depart Nigeria for France today on a working visit
In a statement issued on Wednesday, April 2, Bayo Onanuga, Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, announced that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu will depart for Paris, France, today for a short working visit. The purpose of this visit is to assess the progress of his administration, evaluate key milestones, and appraise its mid-term performance. During the visit, President Tinubu will engage in a retreat to review the ongoing reforms and reflect on their impact. The retreat will also focus on strategic planning ahead of his administration’s second anniversary, ensuring that the government remains aligned with national development…
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Breaking: Tinubu sacks Mele Kyari, appoints Engr. Bayo Ojulari as new NNPC GCEO
President Tinubu has dismissed NNPCL GCEO Mele Kyari and appointed Engr. Bashir Bayo Ojulari as the new GCEO, with Ahmadu Musa Kida as the non-executive chairman. Additionally, Tinubu has removed all board members appointed alongside Akinyelure and Kyari in November 2023. Adedapo Segun, who succeeded Umaru Isa Ajiya as chief financial officer last November, has now been appointed to the new board. The new board includes six non-executive directors representing the country’s geopolitical zones: Bello Rabiu (North West), Yusuf Usman (North East), and Babs Omotowa, former managing director of Nigeria Liquefied Natural Gas (NLNG), representing North Central. From the southern…
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”Nobody and nothing can stop me from coming home, I’m not a bastard” – Natasha Akpoti dares Kogi Govt
Suspended Kogi Central Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan has insisted that no one can stop her from returning home, reaffirming her deep connection to her roots. Addressing supporters in Okehi LGA on Tuesday, she dismissed attempts to prevent her homecoming. The Kogi State government had earlier banned rallies and public gatherings, citing security concerns, while the police issued warnings urging her to cancel the event. Additionally, Okehi LGA Chairman Amoka Monday declared a curfew. Despite these restrictions, hundreds of supporters welcomed Natasha upon her arrival. Her return follows her recent suspension from the Senate after a clash with Senate President Godswill Akpabio,…
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I was offered N5 billion bribe to raise motion to impeach Fubara – Edison Ehie
Edison Ehie, Chief of Staff to suspended Rivers State Governor Sim Fubara, has alleged that he was offered a ₦5 billion bribe to support Fubara’s impeachment while serving as Majority Leader of the State Assembly. Speaking on Channels Television on March 31, Ehie claimed to have evidence of the offer. He linked the crisis to an October 29, 2023, explosion at the Assembly complex, which exposed tensions between Fubara and his predecessor, now FCT Minister Nyesom Wike. Following the explosion, Speaker Martin Amaewhule and 26 pro-Wike lawmakers suspended Ehie and three pro-Fubara legislators, accusing them of involvement. They also attempted…
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‘No tribe superior to another, evil like this shoul be condemned’ – Macaroni over invasion of Enugu community by herdsmen
Popular Nigerian content creator and rights activist, Mr Macaroni, has reacted to the ongoing crisis in Enugu State, where over 44 farm settlements have been overrun, forcing residents to flee to neighboring communities. Affected areas include Abor Ishala, Mgbuji, Agu-Amede, Eha-Agu, and Umuhu. Sharing a report on the crisis via X, Macaroni urged the government to take immediate action to protect its citizens. He expressed frustration over the silence of both federal and state authorities, calling it an injustice and emphasizing that no tribe is superior to another. “Evil like this should be condemned by all!! Not only that the…
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Akpabio, Yahaya Bello plotted to kill me – Senator Natasha makes fresh allegation
Suspended Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan has accused Senate President Godswill Akpabio and former Kogi State Governor Yahaya Bello of plotting to assassinate her. Speaking to her supporters during her homecoming on Tuesday, she claimed the plot was not publicly disclosed but had been reported to the Nigeria Police. She further alleged that Akpabio initiated her recall process after promising financial support to the former governor. She said, “On the 13th of March at 10:00 pm, mind you, two days before that, Akpabio had called Governor Ododo on the phone to commence my recall but Ododo told him it would be impossible.…
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