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”All the people that protested against bad governance in 2012 and can’t speak up today are hypocrites” – Rufai Oseni calls out pastors and professors that condemned Jonathan
Journalist Rufai Osenu has taken to X to question why pastors and professors, who criticized former President Goodluck Jonathan in 2012, are now silent despite the high cost of living in Nigeria. He labeled those who protested in 2012 but remain silent now as hypocrites.
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Bobrisky to regain freedom on Monday
Bobrisky is set to regain freedom after completing his jail term. In March 2024, Justice Abimbola Awogboro of the Federal High Court in Lagos issued the sentence, emphasizing its role as a deterrent against currency abuse. During the trial, when questioned about his gender, Bobrisky identified as a man. His prison term commenced on March 24, 2024, the day of his arrest.
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FCT is not available for protest on the 1st of August – Wike
The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Mr. Nyesom Wike, has announced that protests will not be allowed in the FCT on August 1. He issued this warning during a press briefing on the results of the FCT Security Council meeting in Abuja on Thursday. Wike explained that August 1 is reserved for the chairmen of the six Area Councils of the FCT to present certificates of recognition to their traditional rulers. That is the day FCT has set aside for the entire area councils to jubilate, to give out certificates of recognition for their traditional rulers. “We will not…
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300 level ATBU student dies after falling in the bathroom
Najaatu Salisu, a 300-level Computer Science student at Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University (ATBU) Bauchi, died on Friday morning, July 26. According to Leadership, she was found unconscious in the bathroom of the female hostel at the Gubi campus after preparing for her morning class. Despite being rushed to the university clinic and subsequently to the Trauma Centre at Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University Teaching Hospital, she was pronounced dead. ATBU Spokesperson Zailani Bappa confirmed the incident, stating that Najaatu had been buried according to Islamic rites.
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Christians are far too accommodating and weak and are comfortable with their faith being rubbished at every turn – Fani-Kayode tells Christians to boycott Olympics over parody of Last Supper by drag queens
Former Aviation Minister Femi Fani-Kayode has called for a Christian boycott of the 2024 Olympic Games due to an alleged mockery of the religion during the opening ceremony in Paris. A performance by Drag Queens attempting to recreate da Vinci’s painting of Jesus’ Last Supper sparked outrage among Christians, who deemed it blasphemous. In a statement on his X handle, Fani-Kayode condemned the act as an “unacceptable” insult to Christianity and claimed that if Islam had been similarly targeted, Paris would be experiencing severe backlash. He wrote: “This gratutious insult on Christianity at the opening ceremony of the Paris Olympics…
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Senator Ifeanyi Ubah is dead
Lawmaker, Senator Ifeanyi Ubah is dead. The Anambra Senator was said to have passed on in London. Ubah, who joined the All Progressives Congress, APC, a few months ago, was billed to seek the party’s ticket ahead of the Anambra State governorship election. A source claimed he made a monetary donation to the Anambra APC two days ago. However the cause of his demise is still unknown This is coming just few days after the President-General of Ohanaeze Ndigbo, Chief Emmanuel Iwuanyanwu passed on.
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“Iwuanyanwu gave me $8000 to build my brand after I disowned my parents” – Charly Boy eulogizes late former President General of Ohanaeze Ndigbo
Musician and activist Charly Boy has credited the late Chief Emmanuel Iwuanyanwu, former President General of Ohanaeze Ndigbo, with saving his music career in 1981 when he returned to Nigeria from the United States. In a tribute to Iwuanyanwu, who died at 82, Charly Boy shared how, after being disowned by his parents, Iwuanyanwu gave him $8,000. This generosity enabled him to set up a studio in his village, Oguta, and launch his career. Charly Boy expressed profound gratitude, noting that Iwuanyanwu was the first Nigerian to believe in and support his dreams. He highlighted the importance of legacy, touching…
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Protest: Your failure has greatly contributed to the hunger in the land – Aisha Yesufu slams DSS
Aisha Yesufu has urged the Department of State Services (DSS) to focus its efforts on gathering intelligence about kidnappers, terrorists, and unknown gunmen The DSS claimed to have identified the sponsors and funders of a proposed nationwide protest against economic hardship and bad governance, which the agency described as politically motivated. The DSS warned the organizers against proceeding with the protest, citing potential plans by criminal elements to incite unrest. Yesufu responded on her social media, criticizing the DSS for failing to address threats from terrorists, bandits, kidnappers, and unknown gunmen, which she believes has contributed to widespread hunger in…
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Thank You for giving me a chance – Adekunle Gold thanks Olamide for helping his career
Popular Nigerian singer Adekunle Gold has expressed his gratitude to rapper Olamide on social media for giving him an opportunity to join the YBNL music label. Olamide founded the record label in 2012 following the release of his second studio album, ‘YBNL’. Adekunle Gold joined YBNL in 2015 and released his debut album, ‘Gold’. After his contract expired, he left the label. On Friday, Adekunle shared a cover of his debut album on X, thanking Olamide for his role in his career development. “Thank you @olamide for giving that young graphic designer the chance to not only design the YBNL…
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Don’t wait for England and choose Nigeria when you’re 29’ – Mikel Obi tells footballers with African heritage
Former Super Eagles captain John Mikel Obi has criticized footballers with African heritage who opt to represent European countries. Speaking on his podcast, Obi emphasized that their homeland should not be a secondary choice. The ex-Chelsea midfielder stated that these players should not consider playing for Nigeria or their African nation if things don’t work out in Europe. He said: “They say they wanna play for England or France or whatever it is, and then they wait. They keep waiting and keep waiting. “When they get to 25 or 26 and they don’t get a call up from England, then…
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Protest: Nigeria cannot be seen to be copying the footsteps of ‘smaller countries’ like Kenya – Lawmaker, Benjamin Kalu
Benjamin Kalu, Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, expressed that the planned nationwide protests will be detrimental not only to Nigeria but to Africa as a whole. Kalu emphasized that Nigeria should not be emulating ‘smaller countries’ such as Kenya. He made these remarks during an interview on Arise Television’s news program. He said: “Nigeria cannot be seen to be copying the footsteps of ‘smaller countries’ like Kenya. We play the big brother role in Africa, this protest will be emulated across Africa if not discouraged. President Tinubu is only asking for patience to correct the 16 years of…
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Over $1.5bn spent since 2020 to curb crude oil theft – SGF Akume
George Akume, Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), disclosed during a public hearing by the House of Representatives that over $1.5 billion has been allocated to protect oil infrastructure and combat crude oil theft since 2020. Akume emphasized the ongoing issue of crude oil theft, highlighting its negative impact on the national economy, security, and stakeholder trust. He referenced a 2020 report by the Nigeria Extractive Industries Transparency Initiative (NEITI), which revealed that from 2009 to 2020, approximately 619 million barrels of crude oil worth $46 billion were stolen. Akume called for a strengthened legal framework to ensure…
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