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Kaduna: I support probe of my father’s tenure – El-Rufai’s son, Mohammed
Mohammed, the eldest son of Mallam Nasir El-Rufai, has stated that he has no objections to the Kaduna State government investigating his father’s tenure. However, he emphasized that the process should be conducted with transparency and without bias. Speaking in an interview with the BBC Hausa Service on Saturday, the lawmaker representing Kaduna North Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives stressed the importance of accountability but cautioned that any probe should not be driven by personal vendettas. He further asserted that investigations should not be used as a tool for political persecution. “If done for selfish reasons, such inquiries…
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Nollywood, social media, prosperity preaching by religious institutions fueling get-rich-quick syndrome – Remi Tinubu
First Lady Oluremi Tinubu has attributed Nigeria’s high rate of human trafficking to misleading messages from movies, social media, and some religious organizations promoting a get-rich-quick mentality. Speaking on February 7 during a visit from NAPTIP’s Director-General, Binta Bello, at the State House in Abuja, she reaffirmed her support for the agency’s fight against human trafficking. Mrs. Tinubu, who was briefed on NAPTIP’s recent raid on a baby factory in Abuja that rescued 19 pregnant girls, urged young people to reject shortcuts to wealth and instead embrace patience and hard work to avoid falling victim to traffickers. “The get rich…
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If your partner doesn’t constantly check on you, dump them- X user says as he shares story of how his brother was saved by his wife who he calls every hour
An X user has advised people to fling” their partners if they fail to constantly check on them. He stated this while sharing a story of how his brother was saved by his wife who he calls every hour. He said his brother and his newly married wife developed the habit of calling each other every hour. He said sometime in March 2024, she tried calling him but he wasn’t answering his calls. After several attempts at reaching him failed, she escalated the matter and it was discovered that her husband had slumped inside the diesel tank where he was scooping…
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PDP now servant to APC because of Wike’s ministerial appointment – Kenneth Okonkwo
Former Labour Party spokesperson, Kenneth Okonkwo, has alleged that leaders of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) have become subservient to the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC). Okonkwo attributed the ongoing crisis within the PDP to its own missteps, particularly the appointment of Nyesom Wike as Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) by the APC-led government. He argued that President Bola Tinubu’s decision to appoint Wike weakened the PDP’s position as a formidable opposition party. Speaking on Channels Television on Friday, Okonkwo criticized the PDP for accommodating individuals who worked against the party during the 2023 elections. He said, “Look…
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You can’t unsettle Tinubu – Presidency tells El-Rufai
The Presidency has informed former Kaduna State governor, Nasir El-Rufai, that he lacks the influence to destabilize President Bola Tinubu’s administration. Tinubu’s Special Adviser on Policy Communication, Daniel Bwala, stated that the president remains unbothered by El-Rufai’s criticisms. Speaking in an interview with TVC News on Thursday, Bwala emphasized that Tinubu is not losing sleep over El-Rufai’s persistent critiques. When asked whether the Presidency was concerned about El-Rufai’s remarks and the regrouping of opposition politicians, Bwala reiterated that Tinubu is unfazed by their actions. “Who is jittery? The political opponents have no direction. There is no organised political party in…
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Be prepared to stand before the Judgement throne to defend how you used it for or against the kingdom of God – Clergyman, Mike Bamiloye tells ”Children of God”
Clergyman Mike Bamiloye has shared a message on social media directed at “Children of God.” In a post on his Instagram page this morning, Bamiloye stated that those who identify as God’s children must be ready to stand before the judgment throne and account for whether they used their status to support or oppose God’s kingdom.
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UK conservative leader, Kemi Badenoch to ban migrants who claim benefits from becoming UK citizens
UK Conservative Party leader Kemi Badenoch has announced a strict new immigration policy to prevent migrants who have claimed benefits or used social housing from becoming British citizens. Under the new rules, applicants must prove financial self-sufficiency, ensuring they contribute to the economy rather than rely on public funds. Those with criminal records or who arrived illegally will be permanently barred from settling in the UK. Work visa holders who leave their jobs will face deportation. The waiting period for citizenship will also increase from one year to five. Badenoch, acknowledging past immigration policy failures, emphasized that UK citizenship is…
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“If they decide to spend N2.5illion on mass weddings after spending N25 billion on education, there should be no judgment”- Reno Omokri defends huge sum budgeted by Kano government for mass weddings
Reno Omokri has defended the Kano State Government’s decision to allocate funds for mass weddings, arguing that arranged marriages are among the most successful. He dismissed concerns about the brides’ ages, stating that his findings confirmed none were underage. Addressing critics, he emphasized that Kano prioritizes education, reportedly spending ₦25 billion on it in 2024, making the ₦2.5 billion spent on weddings insignificant. Omokri maintained that cultural differences should be respected, asserting that while some may prioritize fornication, Kano prefers legal marriage before intimacy.
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It is only a woman who doesn’t have respect for her husband that names her daughter Nnenna – Nigerian man says
A Nigerian man, Nelson Igboke, has expressed his view that a respectful wife would not name her daughter “Nnenna,” an Igbo name meaning “father’s mother” or “paternal grandmother.” He argued that the name is inappropriate because, in his opinion, “women don’t come before men.” See his post below;
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“If it can happen for me, it can happen for you” Bisi Alimi writes about being finally accepted by his family as he shows them off
Bisi Alimi has reflected on his family’s journey from rejection to acceptance after they joined him and his husband in celebrating his 50th birthday. Sharing photos from the event, Bisi acknowledged that reaching this point was not easy, describing it as a path filled with “bitter words, hatred, tears, regrets, and anger.” However, he noted that in the end, love prevailed. Encouraging others, he expressed hope that reconciliation is possible, stating, “If it can happen for me, it can happen for you.” He shared this in a post on Instagram. See his post below;
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I dreamt of eating pounded yam with Burna Boy before i met him – Odumodublvck
Nigerian rapper Tochukwu Ojogwu, popularly known as Odumodublvck, has spoken about his relationship with Burna Boy. During an appearance on the Afrobeats Podcast with Adesope, Odumodublvck recalled a vivid dream before meeting Burna Boy in person, where they shared a meal of pounded yam, a moment he described as surreal. ”Rema is my friend. Seyi Tinubu is also my friend. Regardless of his father being the president and people throwing stones at him, he’s my friend. When he invited me to his home for dinner, he didn’t do it for me to support his dad. He did it because he…
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President Tinubu heads to France today for ‘private visit’
President Bola Tinubu is set to leave Abuja today, February 5, for a private visit to Paris, France. From there, he will proceed to Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, to attend the African Union summit. According to a statement released on Wednesday, February 5, by Presidential spokesman Bayo Onanuga, President Tinubu will participate in the 46th Ordinary Session of the Executive Council and the 38th Ordinary Session of the Assembly of AU Heads of State, scheduled to take place from February 12 to 16, 2025. Onanuga added that while in France, President Tinubu will also meet with his French counterpart, President Emmanuel…
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