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Ekpa a terrorist, knows nothing about Biafra – Enugu Govt hails arrest
The Enugu State Government has praised the Republic of Finland for apprehending Simon Ekpa, the Finland-based leader of the criminal group known as Autopilots. The government described him as a fraudster, terrorist, and common criminal with no genuine concern for the welfare of the Igbo people. He labeled Simon Ekpa a murderer and fraudster who exploits the suffering of his people for personal gain. The state expressed its readiness to provide evidence of Ekpa’s atrocities against Ndigbo to ensure his trial and conviction, either in Finland or Nigeria. This was stated by the Secretary to the State Government, Prof. Chidiebere…
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Men who don’t have money are ladies – Shallipopi
Nigerian singer Crown Uzama, popularly known as Shallipopi, has stirred online debates with his recent assertion that wealth is essential to defining manhood. According to the singer, men who are not wealthy should be categorized alongside women He shared this on his X handle on Friday when he wrote, “Na money make u be man, if u nor get join the ladies set.” In another post, Shallipopi slammed poor men who fall in love instead of chasing money. “If u like no get money, dey find babe, u fit say life na 2014,” he wrote.
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Biafra: Simon Ekpa arrested in Finland
Finnish-Nigerian separatist agitator Simon Ekpa has been arrested in Finland on charges related to terrorism. Ekpa, who identifies as the Prime Minister of the Biafra Republic Government In-Exile, was taken into custody by Finnish authorities, according to reports by BBC Pidgin and The Sun. The Päijät-Häme District Court remanded Ekpa in prison on suspicion of public incitement to commit a crime with terrorist intent. Finnish Central Criminal Police confirmed the arrest, stating that Ekpa is the primary suspect, while four others were detained on allegations of financing terrorist activities. The arrest follows public calls for action against Ekpa due to…
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Bill proposing Six-year single-term for President, Governors rejected by Reps
A bill aiming to reduce the tenure of the President and state governors to a single six-year term has been rejected by Nigeria’s House of Representatives. The proposed legislation, sponsored by Ikenga Ugochinyere and 33 other lawmakers, was debated on Thursday but failed to gain the required support for passage. The bill sought to amend the 1999 Constitution to introduce several key changes, including the reduction of lawmakers’ tenures, the zonal rotation of presidential and governorship seats, and the scheduling of all elections on the same day. According to the sponsors, the proposed amendments were designed to promote inclusive governance…
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Ruling lagos is not the job for boys – Joe Igbokwe Criticizes Calls for President Tinubu’s Son, Seyi, to Run for Lagos Governorship in 2027
APC chieftain Joe Igbokwe has voiced his disapproval of youth groups advocating for Seyi Tinubu, son of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, to contest for the Lagos State governorship in 2027. In a Facebook post, Igbokwe described the calls as a distraction, emphasizing that governing a state as complex as Lagos requires seasoned leadership, not “boys.” He cautioned against trivializing such a critical role, urging stakeholders to focus on capable and experienced candidates who can manage the unique challenges of Lagos.
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Anambra Governor, Soludo orders closure of schools ahead of Senator Ifeanyi Ubah’s burial in the state
Anambra State Governor, Prof. Chukwuma Soludo, has ordered the temporary closure of schools in the Nnewi zone due to heightened security concerns surrounding the burial of Senator Ifeanyi Ubah, set to take place on Friday in his hometown, Umuanuka village, Otolo Nnewi. The decision follows threats from non-state actors and a violent attack on Wednesday night when gunmen killed several individuals and set a vehicle ablaze, causing panic in the area. In response, the state government directed schools in the zone to close from Thursday through Tuesday, urging parents to keep children at home and warning against students loitering in…
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Our society has lost it – Nigerian man expresses dismay as ‘90% of women’ show unwavering support for his wife after she left him to marry another man
Anthony Echebiri, an officer with the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), has voiced his frustration over the reactions of Nigerian women to his marital woes. Echebiri accused his estranged wife, Okechukwu Fortune Adaobi, of abandoning him and their daughter to marry another man, despite still being legally married to him. His claims sparked a heated debate online, with opinions sharply divided. While many sympathized with Echebiri’s situation, a significant number, predominantly women, openly supported his estranged wife. These women applauded her decision to leave what they described as an “unhappy marriage” and praised her for taking bold steps…
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Obi’s victory in Lagos state is proof that APC did not rig election – Doyin Okupe
Former Director-General of the Labour Party (LP) Presidential Campaign, Doyin Okupe, has shared his perspective on the fairness of the 2023 presidential election. Okupe highlighted that Peter Obi’s victory in Lagos State, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s stronghold, indicates that the ruling did not rig the election of the All Progressives Congress (APC). In a statement released on Thursday, November 21, Okupe emphasized the significance of Obi’s triumph in Lagos, describing it as a clear indication of the electorate’s ability to freely express their choice, even in regions associated with political heavyweights. “If Peter Obi (2023 LP presidential candidate) or the…
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Oshiomhole opposed son’s nomination as commissioner – Edo Deputy Governor reveals
The Deputy Governor of Edo State, Dennis Idahosa, has dismissed allegations of nepotism and state capture following the appointment of Cyril Oshiomhole, son of former governor Adams Oshiomhole, as the state’s Commissioner for Health. During an interview on Channels Television on Wednesday, Idahosa revealed that the former governor had, in fact, opposed his son’s nomination for the position. “This position has nothing to do with Adams Oshiomhole. In fact, Adams opposed it. He was against the nomination because of the vision the governor has for the people of Edo State. The governor made the decision to appoint Cyril based on…
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I wasn’t feeling him – Tiwa Savage on why she returned Range Rover car gift
Nigerian singer Tiwa Savage has revealed that a Range Rover was the most expensive gift she ever received, but she chose to return it. She explained that a man had gifted her the car for her birthday, but she decided to give it back because she wasn’t interested in him. Tiwa shared this during a recent interview with The Beat 99.9 FM in Lagos. “I once got a Range Rover for my birthday but I returned it cos I wasn’t feeling the guy. I also didn’t want to keep it because he might decide to retrieve the car if I…
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I am done – Chidimma Adetshina quits pageantry
Miss Universe runner-up, Chidimma Adetshina, has revealed her decision to step away from pageantry. In a recent interview with Silverbird TV, Adetshina described her experience in the industry as traumatic. Citing personal reasons, she announced her intention to leave pageantry and relocate to Nigeria from her estranged home, South Africa. “Finishing in the top 2 [at the Miss Universe competition] is still a shocker for me… Honestly, I am done. Pageantry was a real traumatic experience for me,” she said. “People still don’t understand how I felt. There were times when I almost quit during the Miss Universe contest. I’m…
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Submission is not respect, it is slavery – Nigerian woman says
Maryann Obiageli Duruibe, a Nigerian woman, has shared her bold stance on submission in marriage. According to Duruibe, submission within a marital relationship should not be equated with respect, as she believes it leans more toward slavery She shared this in a post on Facebook. See her post below;
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