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I have made a mistake, forgive me. It will be corrected – Wike tells Rivers people
The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has acknowledged an error and expressed his willingness to rectify it when the time is right. Channels TV reported this during his address at an event in Ogu/Bolo Local Government Area of Rivers State on Saturday, May 11. The governor tendered an apology to the state’s residents for his “mistake,” acknowledging his humanity and propensity to err. He assured the people that the error would be addressed suitably. “I want to say this clearly, in life when you have made a mistake, you say I have made a mistake, there…
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Customs officer shoots himself in his farmhouse in Abuja
Abdulwahab Magaji, an officer of the Nigeria Customs Service stationed in the Federal Capital Territory, purportedly took his own life at his residence on Binta Street in the Farm Estate area of Abuja. According to Punch, a senior law enforcement official disclosed that the incident occurred on Monday, May 6. The official mentioned that the deceased’s family raised concerns that Magaji had shot himself with a rifle, prompting law enforcement officers to visit the location. Furthermore, the source stated that upon the arrival of the police at the scene, the victim was rushed to Aminu Kano Teaching Hospital, where he…
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Don’t stop dancing but as you are dancing ensure you are working – Obasanjo tells Governor Adeleke
Former President Olusegun Obasanjo has advised Governor Ademola Adeleke of Osun State, encouraging him to lead the state with the same skill and enthusiasm he demonstrates in dancing. Obasanjo shared this perspective during his address at the inauguration of the Government House VIP Lodge in Osogbo, the capital of Osun state, last weekend. “What I have heard and seen since three days that I have been here if there is anyone doubting you, bring the person to your state to see for himself or herself. If you remember that at one time, I called you on the phone and I…
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Full list of winners at the 2024 AMVCA
The 2024 Africa Magic Viewers Choice Awards (AMVCA) was held last night at Eko hotel and suites and the event recognized some outstanding performances in television, film, and entertainment. ‘Breath of Life’ was the biggest winner of the night, winning in six categories which includes ‘Best Lead Actor’, ‘Best Supporting Actor’, ‘Best Supporting Actress’, ‘Best Director’, ‘Best Sound Design’ and ‘Best Movie’. Kehinde Bankole won the ‘Best Lead Actress’ category, while Wale Ojo won the ‘Best Lead Actor’ category for their roles in Adire and ‘Breath of Life’ respectively. Here is full list of winners at the event; Best Makeup…
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Your marriage is not legal in Islam – Muslim man criticised after sharing photos of him and his Christian wife praying in different ways
A Muslim man recently shared a series of photos featuring himself and his Christian wife engaged in prayers according to their respective religious traditions, intending to promote religious tolerance. However, the response was not as expected. In the images, the husband and wife were captured praying in the same room but separately. While the woman knelt in the Christian manner with clasped hands, the man was depicted on his prayer mat following Islamic rituals. Following their prayers, they shared a hug. However, the man’s followers expressed disapproval, questioning why he had not converted his wife to Islam. In response, the…
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This trend can no longer be tolerated, especially in a volatile economic environment – EFCC stops dollar transactions, asks embassies to charge in naira
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has directed foreign missions operating in Nigeria to refrain from conducting transactions in foreign currencies and instead utilize the Naira for their financial activities. This directive also extends to Nigerian foreign missions situated abroad, mandating them to embrace the Naira in their financial dealings. The anti-corruption agency has cited the need to combat the dollarization of the Nigerian economy and prevent the depreciation of the Naira as the rationale behind this move. Consequently, the EFCC has urged the government to ensure that foreign missions in Nigeria do not charge fees for visa and…
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Cybersecurity Levy: You cannot load taxes on people without increasing their salary – Ali Ndume
Senator Ali Ndume has voiced his opposition to the contentious cybersecurity levy. During an appearance on a Channels Television program, Ndume expressed his belief that it is unjust for the government to impose additional levies on citizens without taking steps to improve their income levels. According to him, “You cannot be loading taxes on people when you are not increasing their income. Their source of income, you are not widening it, you are not increasing it. I am not part of those that support levying people anyhow. “The amendment to the Cybersecurity Act, I supported it but not the nitty-gritty…
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Rivers people belong to PDP. Those threatening to impeach the governor are being remote-controlled by some forces – Bode George
Chief Olabode George, the ex-Deputy National Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), has issued a caution regarding the current political turmoil unfolding in Rivers State. He emphasized the PDP’s ownership of the state and expressed his belief that legislators attempting to impeach the Governor are being manipulated from behind the scenes. He asserted that all the lawmakers who switched allegiance from the PDP to the All Progressives Congress (APC) have forfeited their seats and therefore lack the authority to pose a threat to Governor Fubara “Rivers people belong to PDP. Those threatening to impeach the governor are being remote-controlled…
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We count this unfortunate situation an Act of God – Brickhall school, Family members say as they bury four-year-old boy who died in school
Miguel Ovoke, a four-year-old pupil at BrickHall School in Abuja, who tragically passed away during lunchtime, has been laid to rest. The burial took place on Friday, May 10, 2024, at the Gudu Cemetery in Abuja. Miguel was rushed to Excel Specialist Hospital in Kaura after choking on a piece of meat while having lunch at school on Wednesday, April 24, 2024. According to the death certificate issued by the hospital, dated April 24, 2024, Miguel was brought in unconscious by his teachers around 11 am and unfortunately passed away. The cause of death, as indicated in the medical report…
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Dissolve your cabinet, it’s too cold – Senator Jimoh tells Tinubu
Senator Jimoh Ibrahim has called on President Bola Tinubu to disband his cabinet, citing that numerous ministers do not meet the “grade A” standard. During an appearance on Channels Television, Ibrahim stated that while President Tinubu possesses a “very fantastic” strategy for governing Nigeria, there lacks a sufficient structure and system to implement this strategy effectively. “You have to dissolve the cabinet and come up with knowledgeable people. The cabinet is too cold and the efforts are not seen. Some of them that have been accused of corruption should be dropped immediately. If you fail to do that, you will…
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“The p3nis is always small after the breakup” – Nigerian lawyer takes a jab at women
Nigerian lawyer Ebikebuna Augustine Aluzu has criticized women who ridicule their ex-partners after a breakup. The lawyer noted that ”it was fine for the 3 years they were together”
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Reps halt implementation of cybersecurity levy
The House of Representatives has instructed the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) to suspend the enforcement of the cybercrime levy to comply with the regulations outlined in the Cybercrime Act. This decision came after Minority Leader Kingsley Chinda of the PDP Rivers moved a motion of urgent public importance, urging for immediate action. Chinda cited section 44 (2a) of the Cybercrime Act, which specifies the entities required to pay the designated fees, including GSM and telecom companies, internet service providers, banks, financial institutions, insurance companies, and stock exchanges. The lawmaker expressed concerns over the circular issued by the CBN, which…
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