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Rivers: No one who believes in peace and stability will say he wants violence – Wike
Federal Capital Territory Minister, Nyesom Wike, has held Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, responsible for the current political unrest in the state. During an appearance on Channels Television’s Politics Today on Tuesday, Wike accused Fubara of fueling the conflict by moving forward with local government elections despite existing legal issues. The allegations came amid the escalating tensions in Rivers State, as both political leaders remain at odds over key governance decisions. “No person who believes in peace and stability of any nation will say he supports violence, will say he wants to support destruction, will say he doesn’t want people…
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Burna Boy: Speed Darlington released on bail after he was arrested for cyberbullying
Speed Darlington has been released on bail. The comic singer was arrested at his home in Lagos and taken to Abuja, where he was detained for several days. His arrest followed a video he made, implying that Burna Boy had a connection with Sean “Diddy” Combs after the American music mogul was arrested on allegations of sex trafficking, with over 1,000 bottles of baby oil reportedly found in his apartment. Burna Boy is said to have filed a cyberbullying complaint against Speed Darlington, leading to his arrest. Speed Darlington’s lawyer, Stan Alieke, confirmed was released yesterday, 8th October
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You can’t be singing against oppressors and still be an oppressor – Deji Adeyanju says, confirms Speed Darlington’s arrest
Lawyer and activist Deji Adeyanju has confirmed the arrest of singer Speed Darlington. In a post shared on his X account, Deji stated that efforts are underway to secure the singer’s release. He emphasized that no one should be arrested by the police for expressing their opinions. However, it remains unclear who is responsible for facilitating Darlington’s arrest.
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You need to let go, we need peace in Rivers state – Fubara tells Wike
Governor Siminalayi Fubara has called on his predecessor and former mentor, Nyesom Wike, to relinquish any attempts to maintain control over Rivers State in the interest of peace and stability in the oil-rich region. Fubara emphasized that he has no regrets about holding the local government elections last Saturday, despite opposition from Wike’s allies within the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and the All Progressives Congress (APC). “I have all the guts to do these things,” the governor said on Monday on Channels TV, asking his predecessor to let go of whatever hold he thought he had over the South-South state.…
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I paid SAN N5million upfront for pardon out of N10million requested – Bobrisky in new audio leaked by VeryDarkMan
Controversial cross-dresser Idris Olanrewaju Okuneye, widely known as Bobrisky, has alleged that he made an upfront payment of N5 million to an unnamed Senior Advocate of Nigeria (SAN) in an attempt to secure a Federal Government pardon for money laundering charges filed against him by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC). Social media influencer Martins Otse, also known as VeryDarkMan (VDM), leaked the conversation’s audio recording on Monday, October 7, 2024. According to VDM, the call took place on May 16, 2024. In the recording, Bobrisky claimed the SAN requested N10 million, but he could not provide the full…
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Higher interest rate painful for borrowers but necessary to control inflation – Cardoso
Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) Governor, Olayemi Cardoso, has described the decision to raise the Monetary Policy Rate (MPR) to 27.25% as a bold step necessary to control inflation by reducing excess money in circulation, though it may be challenging for borrowers. Speaking in Lagos at a Harvard Club of Nigeria event, Cardoso emphasized that leadership requires making difficult choices for long-term stability over short-term ease. He also highlighted the introduction of the Electronic Foreign Exchange Matching System (EFEMS) by the CBN to improve transparency and build trust in foreign exchange transactions. He said: “Trust is the currency of central…
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20 people per unit planning to attack you when you return to your local government headquarters– Fubara warns new LGA chairmen
Governor Sim Fubara of Rivers State has raised concerns about a plan to mobilize 20 people per polling unit to target the newly inaugurated local government chairmen. However, he urged the chairmen to remain peaceful and strategic in their response. Fubara issued this caution during the swearing-in ceremony of the newly elected local government chairmen on Sunday evening at the Government House in Port Harcourt, the state capital. Out of the 23 chairmen sworn in, 22 were from the Action Peoples Party, while one was elected under the platform of the Action Alliance. Fubara said: “I’m aware that there are…
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Do you not fear your Creator? Man queries men who have extramarital affairs and still blame their wives instead of showing remorse
Nigerian marriage therapist, Shamseddin Giwa, has spoken out against men who engage in extramarital affairs yet blame their wives instead of taking responsibility and showing remorse. He shared this in a post on Facebook; “You had an extramarital affair, got caught by your wife and instead of showing remorse, you twist it, blame her and then decide to try and bully your way by keeping malice with her. Brother, say you don’t fear for your marriage, do you not fear your Creator?,” he wrote.
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Nigerians will thank me for taking tough decisions. I am thinking about the next generation. – President Tinubu
President Bola Tinubu expressed confidence that Nigerians would eventually appreciate the difficult policies and decisions his administration is currently implementing. Speaking at the South-West Assembly of the All Progressives Congress (APC) held at Eko Hotels and Suites in Lagos on Saturday, October 5, Tinubu conveyed his message through his Chief of Staff, Femi Gbajabiamila, who represented him at the event. Key APC leaders from the southwest attended the assembly, including governors, deputy governors, federal and state lawmakers, and former officials. Tinubu acknowledged that his administration’s reforms have drawn widespread criticism but assured APC members that these tough decisions are necessary…
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Gov Eno appoints daughter Akwa Ibom First Lady after wife’s death
After the passing of his wife, Governor Umo Eno of Akwa Ibom State has appointed his daughter, Helen Eno-Obareki, as the Acting First Lady of the state. He made this announcement during a condolence visit from Nigeria’s First Lady, Oluremi Tinubu, in Uyo. The governor explained that his daughter would collaborate with the state’s deputy governor to ensure the First Lady’s office continues its responsibilities. “To maintain the Office of the First Lady and carry forward my late wife’s work, I present our daughter, Helen, to continue the duties of the office. “She will work closely with the Deputy Governor…
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I am bigger than Peter Obi politically, I have no problem deputizing him – Kwankwaso
Rabiu Kwankwaso, the 2023 presidential candidate of the New Nigeria People’s Party (NNPP), has indicated a potential willingness to serve as Peter Obi’s running mate in the 2027 elections. In a video trending on the X platform, Kwankwaso, speaking in Hausa, stated he would consider deputizing Obi if certain conditions are met. He also emphasized that, despite claiming to be politically stronger than Obi, he is open to discussions with the Labour Party leader to reach an agreement for the future. He said, “I’m bigger than Peter Obi politically, I’m his elder brother, I’m a PhD holder, I performed better…
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If you die poor they will blame you, if you suddenly start driving a Rolls Royce they will attack you. Choose one – Pastor Adebayo tells Christians
Pastor Enoch Adeboye, the General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG), stated that clergymen and Christians should be held accountable if they die poor. His remarks came in response to criticism over the gift of a Rolls Royce and N1 billion to Bishop David Oyedepo of Living Faith Church for his 70th birthday. Despite backlash from some Nigerians, Pastor Adeboye emphasized that it is preferable to die wealthy than in poverty. Addressing his members in a video, Pastor Adeboye said: “Someone gave a bishop a car and some people got very upset that how can a bishop…
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