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NNPCL sells fuel at N855/litre
The Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation Limited (NNPCL) has increased the pump price to N855 per litre. This price hike comes as NNPCL admits to dealing with a $6 billion debt from its international supply chain. Previously, after the removal of fuel subsidies, NNPCL had kept the fuel price at N617 per litre. According to Olufemi Soneye, Chief Corporate Communications Officer, the debt issue is causing fuel queues at filling stations, affecting supply sustainability. Speculation suggests that NNPCL’s struggles began when overdue PMS payments exceeded $3 billion earlier this year. Despite this, the Federal Government has denied continuing to subsidize petroleum…
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Rumors of Shettima being sidelined in President Tinubu’s Government, illogical conspiracy theories – Presidency
On Monday, the Presidency dismissed rumors of a rift between President Bola Tinubu and Vice President Kashim Shettima. Stanley Nkwocha, Shettima’s Senior Special Assistant on Media and Communications, described the Vice President as a “crucial member” of Tinubu’s administration who has the “complete confidence and full support” of the President. Nkwocha emphasized that reports of a rift were unfounded, reiterating the Vice President’s loyalty. In a statement released to celebrate the Vice President’s 58th birthday, Nkwocha labeled the claims of Shettima being sidelined as “illogical conspiracy theories.” Parts of the statement read: “In a political landscape where loyalty is often…
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After elections we must shield our swords, criticise government constructively and patiently wait till the next election – Doyin Okupe tells those criticizing him for supporting Tinubu
Dr. Doyin Okupe has described those criticizing him for supporting President Bola Tinubu’s economic recovery plan as ignorant. Okupe, a former Director-General of Peter Obi Presidential Campaign Organisation made this statement on Monday in Lagos. According to the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN), Okupe has faced a wave of insults from some Nigerians on X (formerly known as Twitter) for endorsing certain policies of the current administration. Okupe dismissed his critics as merely political agitators who tend to insult those with greater knowledge. He added that, having seen much in the country, he is not as narrow-minded as his critics.…
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I pray you find the courage to apologise publicly. it is not a crime to be childless – Dele Momodu replies Oshiomhole over childless comment towards Obaseki and his wife
Media personality Dele Momodu has questioned Senator Adams Oshiomhole over his disparaging remarks about the current Edo State governor, Godwin Obaseki, and his wife, Betsy, regarding their childlessness. Oshiomhole, the former Edo State governor and current representative of Edo North in the 10th Assembly, made the comment in response to Mrs. Obaseki’s statement that PDP candidate Asue Ighodalo is the only gubernatorial candidate with a wife. In response to the comment on Saturday, Oshiomhole stated that Mrs. Obaseki should not be making remarks about other people’s marital status, considering that she and her husband do not have children. Read Here…
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They are childless and not even ready to adopt – Oshiomhole slams Governor Obaseki and his wife after Mrs Obaseki said the APC Gubernatorial candidate has no wife
Adams Oshiomhole has ridiculed Edo State Governor Godwin Obaseki and his wife, Betsy, over their “childlessness.” The former Edo State governor, now representing Edo North in the 10th Assembly, made the comment in response to Betsy Obaseki’s statement that PDP candidate Asue Ighodalo is the only gubernatorial candidate with a wife. During the PDP’s campaign flag-off at Ubiaja Township Stadium in Esan South-East Local Government Area, Mrs. Obaseki introduced Ifeyinwa Ighodalo to the crowd, highlighting the significance of having a woman in the Government House. According to him; “I was shocked yesterday to see Mrs. Obaseki, the first lady, saying…
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“Everytime I see beautiful women, my first prayer is they never get married” Feminist says as she shares photo of Miss Universe Nigeria winner, Chidinma Adetshina
A feminist, Uduak Etuk on Facebook has expressed her wish that beautiful women never get married and explained her reasoning. According to her, she doesn’t want any man to be able to claim ownership over these women. She shared this post alongside the picture of Miss Universe Nigeria, Chidinma Adetshina
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‘It will be disappointing to God that Rema donated N105m to Christ Embassy without giving his life to Him – Delta state governor’s aide says
Ossai Success Ovie, an aide to the Delta State governor, has expressed dissatisfaction with singer Rema for donating N105 million to his home church. In a Facebook post he shared, Ossai argued that it is disappointing for Rema to give money to his church rather than dedicating his life to God. While acknowledging the singer’s generosity, Ossai suggested that God would have been more pleased if Rema had surrendered his life to Him. Ossai further stated that the greatest gift anyone can offer to God is to devote themselves to Him in faith and service. He wrote: ”It’s disappointing that…
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My seeds are costly can’t afford to waste them – Man who says he has been faithful to his wife lists ways he has been able to stay committed
A Nigerian man named Onele Fabian, who asserts that he remains faithful to his wife, has shared a list of reasons and personal strategies that help him stay committed. In response to a Facebook post over the weekend asking men to reveal the secrets behind their choice to avoid infidelity, Onele stated that his wife is all he needs. He further mentioned that he values his “seeds” too much to waste them on fleeting moments of pleasure.
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Rema donates N105m to Christ Embassy church in Edo state
Nigerian international music star, Divine Ikubor, widely known as Rema, has contributed N105 million to Christ Embassy Church in Benin City, Edo State. Rema who was in the state for the Edo@33 celebrations, where he performed the groundbreaking ceremony for the 6,000-capacity Edo Dome and held a concert at the Samuel Ogbemudia Stadium, both events organized at the invitation of the state government. Rema made the donation to the Edo Regional Headquarters of Christ Embassy, located on Erediauwa Street off Ekenwa Road, as a gesture of gratitude for the church’s support to his family during a challenging time in his…
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‘Insulting me won’t change anything, what will be, will be’ – El-Rufai to critics
Former Kaduna State governor, Nasir El-Rufai, criticized his detractors on Saturday for attacking him over his social media posts. El-Rufai remarked that, regardless of the insults, abuses, and misinterpretations, “what will be will be.” Posting on X with the title: “POLITICS & PUBLIC SERVICE?” the former governor wrote: “veni, vidi, vici” – Julius Caesar. “Interpret, mis-interpret or re-interpret any posts, by me or any others, as you wish. I frankly don’t give a damn. “Abuse and insult with no basis. By all means, pass your judgment in ignorance and bigotry. Nothing will change. What will be, will be, in sha…
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Buhari didn’t want Tinubu as President, never trusted Osinbajo – Sule Lamido
Former Governor of Jigawa State, Sule Lamido, has claimed that former President Muhammadu Buhari did not want President Bola Tinubu to be his successor. Lamido also stated that Buhari did not trust his former Vice President, Yemi Osinbajo, to succeed him, instead favoring former Senate President Ahmed Lawan. Additionally, Lamido emphasized that Tinubu’s rise to the presidency was due to his own boldness and self-made nature, suggesting he owed his position to no one. Speaking with Tribune, Lamido said: “Prior to the convention, he (Tinubu) was in Abeokuta, Ogun State, where he boasted that it was his turn to rule…
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Portable gets 10-year Canada work permit
Controversial Nigerian singer Habeeb Okikiola, popularly known as Portable, has been granted a 10-year work visa for Canada. Portable shared the news in a video that went viral on his Instagram page on Friday. In the video, he showed off the visa and expressed his excitement about the opportunity to perform abroad. Celebrating his upcoming travels, Portable said, “Alhamdulilahi CEO DR ZEHNATION going to Canada. Going and coming, 10 years working permit.” This is coming after he revealed that he had been denied a US visa five times due to how he presented himself
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