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BREAKING: Gov Yahaya Bello meets bail conditions, released from Kuje prison
Former Kogi State Governor Yahaya Bello has been released from the Kuje Custodial Centre after fulfilling the bail conditions set by the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) High Court in Maitama, Abuja. His release was confirmed by Adamu Duza, the spokesperson for the FCT Command of the Nigerian Correctional Service (NCoS) Duza said: “Yahaya Bello has been released after meeting the bail conditions. He was released this evening. The Controller of NCoS FCT, Ajibogun Olatubosun, was on the ground to ensure his smooth release and that all protocols were observed.” On Thursday, Justice MaryAnne Anenih granted former Kogi State Governor Yahaya…
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Raining direct curses on someone online is a criminal offense – Police PRO
The Public Relations Officer of the Nigeria Police Force, Olumuyiwa Adejobi, has stated that cursing people online amounts to cyberbullying, which is a punishable offense. He made this remark in a post on X on Friday, December 20. He wrote, “Raining direct curses on someone online is cyberbullying, not expression of freedom or criticism. “And cyberbullying, which is even different from defamation, is a criminal offence and punishable. Be guided.”
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Every time I watch him, I just think about me and the way I used to play – Obafemi Martins praises Ademola Lookman
Former Nigerian international Obafemi Martins has praised Super Eagles winger Ademola Lookman, stating he has the talent to succeed at top Premier League clubs like Arsenal, Manchester United, and Liverpool. Martins commended Lookman for his consistency at both club and international levels and compared himself to the Atalanta star, who was recently named African Player of the Year by CAF. “He’s one of my favour players as well. My favourite striker, because every time I watch him, I just think about me and the way I used to play, but hes probably better with the techniques and everything. He knows…
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Tinubu and Shettima’s trips and refreshments to gulp N9.4bn in 2025 budget
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and Vice President Kashim Shettima plan to spend N9.36 billion on local and international travels, as well as refreshments, in 2025, according to the 2025 Appropriation Bill presented to the National Assembly. Tinubu’s allocation is N7.44 billion, with N6.14 billion for international trips, N873.9 million for local trips, and N431.6 million for refreshments. Shettima’s budget is N1.9 billion, including N1.31 billion for international travel, N417.5 million for local trips, and N186.02 million for refreshments. In 2024, over N5.24 billion was spent on travels by Tinubu, Shettima, and First Lady Remi Tinubu from January to March, as…
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Farotimi vs Babalola: If dem no release Dele on bail Tomorrow, we are going to go Ballistic with the information we have on Afe Babalola- Charley Boy warns
Veteran entertainer Charles Oputa, popularly known as Charly Boy, has issued a warning that information about Are Afe Babalola will be made public if activist Dele Farotimi is not granted bail by December 20. Farotimi was arraigned on December 4 for allegedly publishing a book titled Nigeria and its Criminal Justice System, in which he accused Babalola of corrupting the judiciary and influencing Supreme Court judgments. Farotimi, who pleaded not guilty to all 16 charges, has been in prison custody since his arraignment. Reacting to this, Charly Boy wrote; ’WARNING: If dem no release Dele on bail Tomorrow, we are…
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Your sacrifices won’t be in vain, the economy is responding positively to my policies – Tinubu assures Nigerians
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has assured Nigerians that their sacrifices amidst ongoing economic reforms will not be in vain, promising visible benefits soon. He made this commitment on Wednesday while presenting the ₦47.9 trillion 2025 Appropriation Bill to a joint session of the National Assembly. Acknowledging the hardships Nigerians have faced over the past 18 months, Tinubu emphasized the importance of patience and persistence, describing the budget as a vehicle for economic restoration and growth. He highlighted positive economic indicators, including a trade surplus of ₦5.8 trillion and foreign reserves nearing $42 billion, as evidence of progress. The 2025 budget…
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Buhari didn’t remove fuel subsidy because he cared about Nigerians – Femi Adesina
Femi Adesina, former Special Adviser on Media and Publicity to ex-President Muhammadu Buhari, has described the former leader as a “friend of the masses,” highlighting how this trait shaped many of his policies and decisions during his time in office. Adesina shared these remarks in a tribute to celebrate Buhari’s 82nd birthday on Tuesday, December 17. Reflecting on Buhari’s leadership, Adesina attributed the former president’s decision to retain fuel subsidies during his tenure to his concern for ordinary Nigerians. “The Big Elephant in the room (was the) removal of fuel subsidy. Did you think the Government didn’t know that the…
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Most crimes attributed to Nigerians abroad are committed by foreigners with our passport – Tunji-Ojo
Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, the Minister of Interior, has expressed concern over the widespread possession of Nigerian passports by foreigners, describing it as a source of global embarrassment and a factor in the misattribution of crimes to Nigerian citizens. Speaking on Arise Television’s Morning Show on Wednesday, December 18, the minister stressed the importance of pre-data documentation to safeguard the integrity of Nigeria’s passports, noting that their reliability is currently in question. ”Passport is beyond a travel document; it’s a sovereign document of state. It belongs to the Nigerian government,” Tunji-Ojo said. He explained that stricter measures are being introduced to verify…
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Those who have not taken the time to understand the tax reform bills are the loudest critics – Senate President, Akpabio
Senate President Godswill Akpabio has criticized those opposing President Bola Tinubu’s tax reforms, accusing them of not understanding the importance of the initiatives. Akpabio made the remarks on Wednesday during President Tinubu’s presentation of the 2025 budget estimates to a joint session of the National Assembly. “Your Excellency, we commend you on your groundbreaking tax reform initiative,” Akpabio said. “The four tax reform bills—the Joint Revenue Board of Nigeria (Establishment) Bill, 2024; Nigeria Revenue Service (Establishment) Bill, 2024; Nigeria Tax Administration Bill, 2024; and Nigeria Tax Bill, 2024—represent a monumental shift in our fiscal landscape.” He expressed disappointment at the…
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“You’re all reelected” Tinubu tells lawmakers after addressing them as 11th Assembly instead of 10th
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu playfully remarked that lawmakers in the 10th National Assembly had been “reelected” after he mistakenly referred to them as the 11th Assembly. The mix-up occurred on Wednesday, December 18, during the president’s presentation of the 2025 budget to a joint session of the National Assembly. In a now-viral video, some legislators corrected Tinubu’s error, prompting his lighthearted comment. “In fulfilment of one of my constitutional duties and with an unyielding commitment to rebuilding Nigeria towards ensuring that we remain steadfast on a journey to a prosperous future, I hereby present the 2025 budget to the joint…
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Insecurity in the East: Even if Nnamdi Kanu is released today, I am not sure they would listen to him – Soludo
Anambra State Governor, Charles Soludo, has expressed doubts that releasing Nnamdi Kanu, leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), would resolve the insecurity in the South-East. Speaking at a press conference on December 17, Soludo suggested that criminal elements have exploited the Biafran struggle and Kanu’s name to carry out organized crimes and fuel unrest in the region. He also revealed that over 99% of criminals arrested in Anambra over the past two years were Igbo, with more than 70% being non-indigenes of the state. While some leaders believe Kanu’s release could restore peace, Soludo emphasized the need to…
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The world outside is wicked, children need to know that home is safe – Doctor tells parents, shares how a child died an avoidable death because he was scared to confide in his parents
A doctor has recounted a heartbreaking incident at her workplace, using it as a cautionary tale for parents about the dangers of being overly strict with their children. She shared that a young boy, while playing with his brother, sustained a cut but lied to his father, claiming it happened while doing the dishes. The father, believing the story, scolded him for being careless and moved on. A month later, the boy began showing symptoms of rabies and was rushed to the hospital. Even then, he was too afraid to tell his parents the truth. It was only when his…
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