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Edo Election: APC is reckless, if they take over Edo state it is finished – Obaseki
Governor Godwin Obaseki of Edo State has reiterated that he stands by his statement calling the upcoming September 21 Edo governorship election a “do-or-die” affair, despite receiving heavy criticism, particularly from the opposition. Speaking on Channels Television’s Politics Today, Obaseki defended his stance, stating that if the All Progressives Congress (APC) wins, it would be disastrous for Edo people. He accused the APC of planning to rig the election and warned that the people of the state would resist such efforts. Obaseki also expressed doubts about the impartiality of the police , accusing them of bias ahead of the election.…
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Biafra: Nigeria has nothing to offer you – Ekpa tells Igbo political elite
Simon Ekpa, the self-proclaimed Prime Minister of the Biafra Republic Government In-Exile (BRGIE), has called on South-East political elites to join his efforts for the actualization of Biafra. Despite many elites expressing indifference and a desire to remain part of Nigeria, citing the civil war, Ekpa argued that Nigeria has offered little to the Igbo people. In a statement on his X account, he urged them to participate in his upcoming Biafra Liberation Convention, set for November 29 to December 3, 2024, in Lahti, Finland, which he believes will mark a significant step toward Biafra’s restoration. He also criticized Nigeria…
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Edo Election: Under the leadership of the APC, Nigeria has witnessed what it never went through, even during the military dictatorship – Pastor Giwa
Senior Pastor of the Awaiting The Second Coming of Christ Ministry, Adewale Giwa, on Friday, dismissed the All Progressives Congress (APC)’s prospects in the upcoming governorship election in Edo State. Pastor Giwa suggested that voters may not support the APC, as the party has caused significant harm to Nigeria during its nine-year rule. He stated that Nigerians are worse off under the APC administration than they were during the military regime. “From 2015, when the All Progressives Congress, APC, took up the mantle of leadership in Nigeria, the party has done more harm than good. Under the leadership of the…
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Gombe hospital bars staff from mining during working hours
The management of the Federal Teaching Hospital Gombe (FTH) has banned employees from engaging in cryptocurrency mining during working hours. According to the management, this growing trend has been a distraction, preventing staff from properly attending to patients. In an internal memo, the hospital emphasized that while employees are free to pursue other activities outside of work hours, their primary focus during duty should be patient care. The memo further noted that SERVICOM, ACTU, and security personnel have been deployed to monitor and enforce adherence to this directive. Recently, many Nigerians have been spending hours tapping their phones in an…
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If your husband still gives you 3 square meals and shelter in this hard economy, he is a responsible man – Nigerian woman says
A Nigerian woman, Aisha Lawal, stated that any husband who provides his wife with three square meals and shelter despite the current economic challenges is a responsible man. She shared this in a post on Facebook. According to her, until a woman has no source of income she will appreciate a husband who still provides three square meals for her despite the current economic hardship
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Testimonies: You and your Pastors are no better than them – Bisi Alimi takes a swipe at Christians mocking “Chosen church members”
Gay rights activist, Bisi Alimi, has criticized Christians who mock the Lord’s Chosen Charismatic Revival Church over testimonies shared by some of its members during services. Several videos of church members sharing what many have deemed “ridiculous and unbelievable testimonies” have circulated on social media. In response to the criticism, Bisi, in an Instagram post, argued that other Christians have no right to mock or judge the Chosen church, as they and their pastors are no better. He pointed out that if people can believe stories from Winners Chapel members about church stickers allowing cars to run without fuel or…
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The hardship in the land is getting out of control, we will encourage the Government to introduce measures to soften hardship – Former Military head of state, Abdusalami
Former military head of state, General Abdulsalami Abubakar (retd), has raised concerns about the worsening economic hardship in Nigeria, urging the government to take swift action. He made this statement at his residence in Minna while receiving the leadership of the Campaign for Democracy and Human Rights, led by Abdullahi Mohammed Jabi, during a birthday visit yesterday. According to him; “The hardship in the land is getting out of control “Everybody is crying about this hardship and it seems to be getting out of control, people cannot afford three square meals, the issue of transportation, the hike in fuel, the…
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Enough of men complaining that ladies are always asking for what their father cannot give them – Phyna
Reality TV star, Phyna has criticized men who complain about women expecting them to provide things their fathers couldn’t give them. She shared this in a post on X. According to her, these men forget that the ladies also give them what their mothers can’t give them See her post below;
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Yahaya Bello finally honours EFCC invitation
Former Kogi State Governor, Alhaji Yahaya Bello, has finally responded to the invitation from the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) regarding allegations made against him during his time in office. The confirmation of his appearance before the anti-graft agency was made in a statement released by his media office, signed by Director Ohiare Michael. The statement read in part, “Former Governor of Kogi State, Alhaji Yahaya Bello today honoured the invitation of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission. “The former Governor, who has great respect for the rule of law and constituted authority, had, all the while, only sought…
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If a Nigerian wins it, it is definitely a joyous one – Emmanuel Amuneke backs Ademola Lookman for CAF Player Of The Year Award
Former Nigerian international and youth coach Emmanuel Amuneke has expressed his support for Super Eagles player Ademola Lookman to become the next CAF Player of the Year. Lookman has excelled both for his club, Atalanta, and the Nigerian national team, scoring three goals to help Nigeria qualify for the 2023 AFCON final and being named in the Team of the Tournament. He also played a crucial role in Atalanta’s journey to the Coppa Italia final and delivered a stellar hat-trick in the Europa League final against Bayer Leverkusen. His strong club form carried over to Nigeria, where he scored twice…
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Once you ask a man what he does for a living and he starts stammering, just know he is a thief or fraudster – Nigerian woman says
A Nigerian lady, Anthonia Umerah, stated that a man who hesitates to disclose his occupation is likely either a thief or a fraudster. She shared this in a post on Facebook. According to her, the man is not proud of it.
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My predecessor almost denied Nigeria $280m telecom deal. He wanted to award the contract to his friends for just $3 million — Obasanjo
Former President Olusegun Obasanjo has shared how Nigeria almost missed out on a $280 million telecommunications deal during the shift from landline to mobile phones. Speaking at a book launch, Obasanjo recalled a key moment in the country’s telecom transformation. He revealed that his predecessor had planned to award the telecommunications contract to his associates for just $3 million. However, Obasanjo intervened, proposing that the contract be auctioned to the highest bidder, which ultimately resulted in a $280 million deal. He recounted this during the event in Lagos, emphasizing how that decision significantly impacted Nigeria’s telecommunications industry. He said; “The…
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