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“The 14 days have passed now, and we are waiting to see him in the country” – Peter Obi questions the President’s whereabout
Peter Obi, the Labour Party’s presidential candidate in the last election, has expressed concern over President Bola Tinubu’s absence from the country amidst the ongoing economic and other challenges. The President left Nigeria on October 2 for a two-week working vacation in the United Kingdom as part of his annual leave. Recent reports indicate that the president traveled from the UK to Paris, France, for an “important engagement” after spending over a week in the UK. In a statement on Friday, two weeks after Tinubu’s departure, Obi questioned why the president has yet to return. “The President had told us…
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Nigerians are not benefitting from your reforms, there is hunger – Bauchi Governor, Bala Mohammed tells FG
Bauchi State Governor, Bala Mohammed, has criticized the monetary policies introduced by the Tinubu-led administration, stating they are ineffective as people are facing hunger and hardship. Speaking at the launch of the Nigeria Development Update in Abuja on Thursday, October 17, Governor Bala noted that these economic policies have severely impacted Nigerians’ livelihoods, creating a volatile situation. He warned that this frustration could lead to people of his status being targeted by angry citizens. “When the reforms started, the sub-nationals supported the President. But now, the macroeconomic policies causing inflation need to be reconsidered. There is hunger, people are suffering,…
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There is no leadership vacuum in the country – Presidency says as President and VP are out of the country
The Presidency has clarified that there is no leadership vacuum in Nigeria, despite both President Bola Tinubu and Vice President Kashim Shettima being out of the country. This response came after journalists raised concerns about who is overseeing national affairs in their absence. In a statement issued on Wednesday, October 16, Bayo Onanuga, Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, reassured Nigerians that the President and Vice President are fully engaged in governing the country, even while abroad. “It is important to note that the President and Vice President are fully engaged with the nation’s affairs, even while…
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Alleged N10m pardon deal: ‘I didn’t defame you’ – Bobrisky reacts to Falana’s ultimatum
Controversial crossdresser Idris Okuneye, popularly known as Bobrisky, has responded to the 12-hour ultimatum issued by human rights lawyer Femi Falana and his son, singer Falz. Falana and Falz had sent a cease-and-desist letter on October 16, 2024, demanding that Bobrisky retract his defamatory claim, which was revealed in an audio leaked by social media critic VeryDarkMan. In reaction, Bobrisky took to his Instagram story on Wednesday night, denying the defamation allegations and rejecting the demand for a retraction and public apology. “In reply to the two letters in circulation from the law firm of the Falanas’, I like to…
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A religious and pious wife would encourage you to get a side chick – Man berates women who fight their husband’s side chicks
A Ghanaian man, Alhaji Ali Kamal, has criticized wives who confront other women over their husbands. In a post on Wednesday, he suggested that a “religious and pious” wife should encourage her husband to marry the other woman, rather than fighting her.
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Alleged N10m pardon deal: Falanas give Bobrisky 12 hours to retract claim
Human rights lawyer Femi Falana and his son, Folarin (known as Falz), have issued a 12-hour ultimatum to controversial crossdresser Bobrisky to retract a defamatory claim made against them. Bobrisky had in a leaked audio shared by social media critic VeryDarkMan, alleged that Falana and Falz offered him N10 million to help secure a presidential pardon. Falana and Falz denied the accusation, sparking widespread controversy on social media. In a cease-and-desist letter dated October 14, 2024, from Falana and Falana’s Chambers, the pair described Bobrisky’s claim as damaging to their reputation and demanded a retraction along with a public apology.…
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Super Eagles: Apologize to Nigeria – Lawmakers tell Libya
The Senate has called on the Libyan government to apologize to Nigeria for the poor treatment of the Super Eagles football team during their arrival for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifier. After their plane was diverted to a smaller airport, the team and officials were stranded for over 14 hours on October 13. Senator Ismaila Kawu raised the issue in the Senate, urging the Nigerian government to address the diplomatic consequences with Libya. Deputy Senate President Barau Jibrin condemned the incident, stating that such actions go against the spirit of sports, which aims to promote unity and competition…
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You can’t promote your country by downplaying it – FG warns Nigerians against Negative comments
The Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, has urged Nigerians to refrain from making Negative comments about the country. Speaking at the official launch of the Nigeria Reputation Management Group (NMRG) during a Nigerian Institute of Public Relations (NIPR) event in Abuja on October 15, Idris emphasized that a strong national image attracts talent, tourists, and investors, which can help further strengthen the nation. He cautioned that a weak national brand, fueled by negative remarks from Nigerians, could hinder opportunities for foreign direct investments from potential investors. “This brings me to the way Nigerians talk about their country.…
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Any lady who derives joy in sending gatemen on errands is not going to be a good woman for you or your home – Nigerian OAP tells men
Abuja OAP, Evelyn Nneka Obasi, has cautioned men to be mindful of “lazy women who will turn them into errand boys under the guise of love or romance.” In a post she shared on Facebook, she described those women as ”Lazy”. According to her any woman who respects her man serves him She wrote; “Any young lady who derives joy in sending gatemen or security men on errands for something they should do for themselves is not going to be a good woman for you or your home, Go and hear their stories of how some of your girlfriends send…
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“Economy is bad so embassies are not giving visa anyhow” Actor Alesh warns Nigerians against being scammed by visa agents
Actor Alesh has cautioned Nigerians to avoid falling victim to visa agents who promise guaranteed visas. In a post on his Instagram page, Alesh explained that embassies allegedly issue fewer visas to Nigerians due to the struggling Nigerian economy. He urged people not to let desperation make them vulnerable to scammers claiming to have connections in embassies that can secure visas for any country.
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It is self-righteousness to expect that people wouldn’t change when money enters the picture – Actor Femi Jacob
Actor Femi Jacobs has expressed that only self-righteous individuals expect others not to change after acquiring wealth. In a post on his X handle, Femi pointed out that even God acknowledges that the only real “competition” for a man’s heart is the spirit of money, known as Mammon.
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I’m not married because my soulmate died – Actress, Bimbo Akintola
Nollywood veteran Bimbo Akintola has opened up about why she remains unmarried at 54. In a recent interview with fellow actor Emmanuel Ehumadu, Akintola revealed that she is still single because her soulmate passed away. When the host asked if she was married she said No Host: “Why?” Akintola: “He died…The person wey me fit do forever for don die.” Host: “So, you don’t think you can find another man?” Akintola: “Do you know how long it took me to find him?”
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