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Buhari is now a competent leader because Tinubu is a disaster – Aisha Yesufu
Sociopolitical activist Aisha Yesufu has claimed that President Bola Tinubu’s supporters will pave the way for an even worse president to succeed him. Yesufu remarked that these supporters would work to glorify Tinubu, portraying him as a saint. She added that former presidents Goodluck Jonathan and Muhammadu Buhari do not qualify as good leaders. Posting on X, she said, “Is Buhari now a competent leader because Tinubu is a worse disaster? Jonathan cannot be a competent leader because Buhari became a disaster! “The foolishness of threatening people who had the guts to change a failing and callous leader because the…
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We have to turn night vigils to night shifts so Nigerians can be productive’ – Peter Obi
Peter Obi, the 2023 presidential candidate for the Labour Party (LP), stated that the connection between politics and the church in Nigeria needs to be broken. He suggested that night vigils be transformed into night shifts to boost productivity. Obi shared this perspective during an appearance on the Honest Bunch podcast. According to Obi: “It’s attractive, politics and church but it has to be dismantled. “We are going to turn night vigil into night shift so that people can be productive. “I go to church and believe in God but we can’t have it that people Monday to Friday, be…
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All federal roads will be motorable before Christmas – Umahi vows
Minister of Works, Dave Umahi, has announced that the federal government is working to ensure all federal highways are motorable by Christmas. During a stakeholders’ town hall meeting held by the Ministry of Works in Akure, Ondo State, on Thursday, Umahi revealed that the administration inherited over 2,000 unfinished road projects valued in the trillions of naira. He added that contracts with 10 companies not meeting compliance standards have already been terminated, with more terminations potentially on the way. He also outlined plans to enhance road conditions nationwide, stating that federal road controllers have been directed to report on road…
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Paul Okoye welcomes child with new wife Ivy Ifeoma
Popular singer Paul Nonso Okoye has welcomed a new baby with his wife, Ivy Ifeoma Iboko. On Friday, Rudeboy shared a heartwarming video on Instagram of his children from his previous marriage spending time with the newborn with the caption; “This past month and few days have been the most joyous and overwhelming sweetest ever period of our lives.” He however did not reveal the baby’s name and gender. This is Rudeboy’s second marriage. He was formally married to Anita until they got divorced in December 2022.
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EFCC confirms arrest of Bobrisky in an attempt to flee the country
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has confirmed the arrest of social media personality Bobrisky at Murtala Muhammed International Airport as he attempted to leave the country. According to EFCC spokesperson Dele Oyewale, Bobrisky was detained due to claims made in an audio conversation that surfaced in October, released by social critic Very Dark Man. In the recording, a voice allegedly belonging to Bobrisky claimed he paid the EFCC N15 million to drop money laundering charges filed against him earlier this year. Oyewale stated that Bobrisky was detained to assist in investigating these bribery allegations. Bobrisky had been summoned…
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”Nigeria has descended into the theatre of the absurd since the Tinubu administration took office, Don’t set Rivers on fire” – Atiku warns Judiciary over court ruling halting LGA allocation
Former Nigerian Vice President Atiku Abubakar has cautioned the judiciary against actions that could incite unrest in Rivers State. His warning follows a recent Federal High Court order in Abuja instructing the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) to halt all payments to the state. In a statement issued on his behalf by Media Adviser Paul Ibe on October 30, Atiku criticized what he described as “behind-the-scenes influences” from Federal Government loyalists. Atiku questioned Justice Joyce Abdulmalik’s decision, noting that it came despite Rivers State’s ongoing appeal regarding the legality of its 2024 budget, currently under review by the Court of…
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We saw it coming – Rivers state govt reacts to LG allocation freeze
The Rivers State government has responded to the recent Federal High Court ruling in Abuja, which ordered the suspension of local government allocations, stating that the decision was anticipated given developments during the court proceedings. According to spokesperson Johnson, the state government has already filed an appeal and is confident that the Court of Appeal will overturn the ruling. Rivers state Commissioner for Information, Joe Johnson, on Wednesday , October 30 said;, “When the trial Judge refused to add the 23 Council Chairmen as parties, declined the State’s request to change its lawyer, and overruled our jurisdiction objection, it was…
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You know how your predecessor was removed, your ministry is crucial – Ndume warns new humanitarian minister
Senator Ali Ndume, representing Borno South Senatorial District, has urged the newly appointed Minister of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Reduction, Nentawe Yilwatda, to utilize financial technology to improve the Federal Government’s assistance to vulnerable communities. Speaking during Yilwatda’s screening, Ndume, a seasoned legislator with over two decades of experience, referenced the factors that led to the departure of former Minister Betta Edu earlier this year. He highlighted the critical role of the ministry in addressing the needs of over 60% of Nigerians living in poverty and encouraged Yilwatda to modernize support mechanisms for more effective outreach. “The humanitarian ministry is…
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Federal High Court orders CBN to halt financial allocations to Rivers State
In a recent ruling, Justice Joyce Abdulmalik of the Federal High Court in Abuja has ordered the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) to halt all financial allocations to the Rivers State Government until a lawful appropriation act is passed by a duly constituted House of Assembly. This ruling, delivered on Wednesday, October 30, follows a suit filed by the Rivers State House of Assembly led by Martins Amaewhule. Justice Abdulmalik stated that Governor Siminalayi Fubara’s decision to present the 2024 Appropriation Bill to an Assembly with only four members, deemed improperly constituted, was not legally acceptable. The judgment arrives amid…
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Electricity will be restored to North in 72 hours – FG
The Federal Government has announced that electricity in Northern Nigeria will be restored within 72 hours following an outage that began on October 22. The disruption, affecting the North-East, North-West, and parts of North-Central Nigeria, occurred when insurgents vandalized the Shiroro-Kaduna transmission line, causing the 330-kV Ugwaji-Apir transmission lines to trip. President Bola Tinubu has since ordered military protection of the power lines to ensure repairs proceed safely. In an October 29 session with the Senate Committee on Power, Minister of Power Adebayo Adelabu shared that, as a temporary solution, power will be rerouted through the Ugwuaji-Makurdi line to restore…
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Nigerian Lawmaker Alex Ikwechegh Arraigned Over Alleged Assault on Bolt Drive
Hon. Alex Mascot Ikwechegh, a member of Nigeria’s House of Representatives, was arraigned in court today following accusations of assault against a Bolt driver at his Abuja residence. Ikwechegh appeared before the Chief Magistrate Court in Kuje, Abuja, on October 30. The case, prosecuted by the Special Investigation Unit of the Inspector General of Police, saw Ikwechegh facing charges of abuse of office, assault, and threat to life. In court, Ikwechegh entered a plea of not guilty. Presiding over the case, Judge Abubakar Umar Sai’id granted the lawmaker bail, setting the amount at N500,000. The court has scheduled the next…
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Nigerian men are my favorite things about Nigeria – American Rapper, Rubi Rose says
American rapper and model Rubi Rose is currently enjoying her visit to Lagos, and she’s not holding back on what excites her most about Nigeria! In a recent interview with Almera Danjuma, Rubi revealed her favorite things about the country—and it turns out, Nigerian men top the list. With a laugh, she shared that Nigerian men are one of the highlights of her trip, capturing her admiration and interest. But that’s not all she’s loving. Rubi also praised Nigerian cuisine, saying she’s delighted by the flavors and variety the local dishes offer. From spicy jollof rice to savory suya, it…
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