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Senator Natasha was suspended for gross misconduct and not because of her sexual harassment claims against Akpabio- Senate Tells IPU
The Nigerian Senate has reacted to Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan’s appeal to the United Nations Inter-Parliamentary Conference in New York. Natasha claimed she was suspended for six months after accusing Senate President Godswill Akpabio of sexual harassment. In response, the Senate maintained that due process was followed before her suspension. Her initial petition against Akpabio was dismissed, leading to further controversy. Meanwhile, Akpabio has denied the allegations, stating he has never assaulted women. Despite her suspension, Natasha has vowed to continue fighting against what she calls “injustice.” “Senator Natasha-Akpoti-Uduaghan was suspended for gross misconduct and unruly behaviour and not as a…
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“When I was a pastor I was a liar who thought he was telling the truth” Former pastor says
A man reflects on his past as a pastor, admitting that he was unknowingly spreading falsehoods. Ejeagba Chidi revealed that, during his time as a pastor, he genuinely believed in his message and thought he was speaking the truth. However, he now describes his former beliefs as misleading, acknowledging that everything he preached was built on a flawed foundation. He wrote: “When I was a pastor, I was a liar who thought he was telling the truth. “I was sincere, but I was sincerely wrong. “Everything I preached was built on a false foundation. How can one be truthful when…
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A lot of people cry about not having a job but when they get one, how efficient are they at it? – Actor, Kunle Afolayan
Actor and producer, Kunle Afolayan, has expressed concern over the increasing level of incompetence among many Nigerians. In a post on his Instagram page, Afolayan lamented the alarming rate of inefficiency in the country. He noted that while many people complain about unemployment, those who secure jobs often fail to perform effectively.
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I consulted Buhari before leaving APC and he gave his blessings – El-Rufai
Former Kaduna governor, Nasir el-Rufai, has disclosed that he consulted former President Muhammadu Buhari before resigning from the All Progressives Congress (APC). On Monday, el-Rufai officially announced his defection to the Social Democratic Party (SDP), urging his supporters and other Nigerians to join him. In an interview with BBC Hausa on Thursday, he stated that he never makes major political decisions without first seeking Buhari’s advice. He added that after informing the former president of his plan to switch parties, Buhari prayed for him and gave his blessings. “There are certain people that before I do any major thing or…
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Most Nigerians seek public offices to enrich themselves and their cronies – Obasanjo
Former President Olusegun Obasanjo has criticized many Nigerian public officeholders, accusing them of seeking positions primarily to enrich themselves and their associates while leaving the country in a worse state. In his newly released book, Nigeria: Past and Future, Obasanjo highlighted how politicians secure billions in loans with the mindset that repaying them using public funds after election poses no challenge. The book, unveiled as part of celebrations for his 88th birthday, offers a critical assessment of leadership at both federal and state levels. He described many past and present leaders— including governors, presidents, ministers, commissioners, and local government chairpersons—…
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“Peter Obi is not a bad person. My mind was poisoned by my former party members” Bashir El-Rufai says after his father Nasir El-Rufai defected from APC
Bashir El-Rufai, son of former Kaduna State governor Nasir El-Rufai, has admitted he was mistaken about Peter Obi, the Labour Party’s presidential candidate in the 2023 elections. He shared this reflection on X shortly after his father announced his defection from the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC). Bashir El-Rufai tweeted: “Peter Obi is surprisingly not a bad person after all. My views on him have changed recently. My mind was poisoned by my former party members. Sai Obi!”
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An elderly man told me praying for Nigeria is a total waste of prayer time with God – Rapper, Illbliss
Hip-hop artist Tobechukwu Melvin Ejiofor, popularly known as Illbliss, recently shared a conversation he had with an elderly man about praying for Nigeria. According to Illbliss, while reciting the ‘Prayer for Nigeria’ during a morning mass, the elderly man remarked that praying for the country was a waste of time and an act of mocking God. Following this encounter, Illbliss took to social media to acknowledge and commend those enduring the nation’s hardships, insecurity, and governance challenges. On his X handle, he wrote, “Shoutout to every one surviving Nigeria.I was in morning mass today reciting ‘Prayer for Nigeria” and the…
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Fuel subsidy removal was done to protect your future – President Tinubu tells Nigerian Youths
President Bola Tinubu has stated that all his decisions, including the removal of the fuel subsidy, are aimed at securing a better future for Nigerian youths. He made this remark while inaugurating the Planning Committee for the National Youth Conference at the State House in Abuja. He said; “I want to reassure you that you are the hope of this country, and everything hangs on you. Every decision that I have taken is about you. It’s about the future. When we removed the fuel subsidy, it was because we wanted to protect your future. We have cleared the path for…
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They are just traditional beads, and he just wore them because he likes them – Singer’s new lover, Natasha reveals
Singer Tuface’s new lover, Natasha Osawaru, has addressed claims that she uses her traditional beads to exert a spiritual hold over him. In an interview with Stella Korkus, she dismissed the allegations, explaining that the beads carry cultural and sentimental significance. She also clarified that Tuface chose to wear them willingly and was not influenced. She said, “Those beads were my birthday gifts. They represent a princess from a royal family. You know I’m from the Igbinedion Royal Family. “My mum gave me three nice beads on my last birthday. They call it ‘EZENEKA,’ which means ‘River that never runs…
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Davido made me love Pidgin English – King Charles lll reveals
British monarch King Charles III has shared his admiration for Nigerian singer Davido, revealing that his music sparked his interest in Pidgin English. King Charles expressed a keen desire to speak Pidgin during his next visit to Nigeria. He made this revelation on the newly premiered Apple Music show, The King’s Music Room, on Monday, where he showcased his diverse taste in music and named Davido’s Kante, featuring Fave, as one of his favorite songs. ”Davido has made me love Pidgin language. I would like to speak it the next time I visit Nigeria. Thanks to Afrobeats, it’s becoming more…
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Once you discover that your husband is cheating on you, stop having s3x with him – South Africa-based Nigerian journalist advises wives
South Africa-based Nigerian journalist, Solomon Izang Ashoms, has urged women to refrain from having sex with their unfaithful husbands. “As a wife, once you discover that your husband is cheating on you, stop having sex with him,” the Johannesburg correspondent for BBC wrote in a Facebook post on Sunday.
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Next time I see Governor Sanwo-Olu, I still won’t greet him and this time, even if he calls me I won’t answer – Mr Macaroni
Popular comedian and activist Adebowale “Debo” Adedayo, widely known as Mr Macaroni, has declared that he will no longer acknowledge Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu if they cross paths. In the past, Mr Macaroni has been seen avoiding the governor at public events, with one instance where he was pressured into greeting him. However, in a recent post on X, he firmly stated that he will never again be coerced into interacting with Sanwo-Olu. He wrote: “This is the last time I will address this matter. It is not worth my peace of mind. “Since you people won’t stop attacking…
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