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Traffickers taking advantage of Japa Syndrome – NAPTIP DG
Dr. Fatima Azi Waziri, the Director General of the National Agency for the Prohibition of Trafficking in Persons (NAPTIP), revealed that human traffickers are exploiting the “Japa Syndrome.” She made this statement during a town hall meeting with stakeholders on Monday, July 29, 2024, as part of the activities marking the 2024 World Day Against Trafficking. Dr. Waziri explained that traffickers are taking advantage of individuals desperate to leave Nigeria due to poor socio-economic conditions. She stressed the importance of tackling underlying issues like poverty and unemployment to combat this problem effectively. However, Dr. Waziri warned against letting desperation cloud…
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Resist any temptation to participate in these protests, it does not serve the interest of the Yoruba people – Sunday Igboho
Yoruba Nation agitator Sunday Adeyemo, also known as Sunday Igboho, has voiced his opposition to the nationwide protests scheduled for August 1 to 10 in response to the country’s hardships. He urged yorubas not to take part in the protest as it is politically motivated. According to him, everyone is facing challenges Igboho in a statement issued Monday night, July 29, said: “I, Chief Sunday Igboho, am issuing this press release in response to the planned protests by some unknown and faceless individuals, who are working to disintegrate the country. “Since President Bola Ahmed Tinubu assumed office on May 29,…
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PO has a legendary way of making an enormous energy & time deployed in senselessly attacking him look like a waste of energy & time – Charly reacts to Peter Obi’s response to Kenneth Okonkwo
Charles Oputa, popularly known as Charly Boy, has urged Nigerians not to criticize former Labour Party member Kenneth Okonkwo for his recent comments against the party’s 2023 presidential candidate, Peter Obi. On Sunday, Okonkwo, who was the spokesperson for the Labour Party presidential campaign during the 2023 general election, announced his departure from the party and the Obidient movement. In a letter shared on social media, Okonkwo largely blamed Obi for mishandling the crisis within the party. In response, Obi stated that Okonkwo was not a mole in the Labour Party despite his criticisms. Charly Boy commented on the situation,…
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”Did you warn your dad when he went to protest against Goodluck Jonathan when he raised the fuel price from N65 to N87?” – Verydarkman reacts to comment by Folashade Tinubu urging Nigerians to give her father three years before concluding on his performance
Social media critic Martin Otse, known as VeryDarkMan, has criticized Folashade Tinubu, the daughter of President Bola Tinubu, for her recent comments urging Nigerians to give her father three years before evaluating his performance. Folashade Tinubu recently asked the public to be patient and advised against participating in the upcoming hunger protest scheduled from August 1 to 10. In a video released on Monday, VeryDarkMan strongly disapproved of Folashade’s remarks, accusing her of ignoring the severe economic challenges that Nigerians are facing under Tinubu’s administration. The social media critic pointed out that the administration’s first year has been characterized by…
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There is no way this Government will listen if there is no protest – Primate Ayodele
Primate Elijah Ayodele, the leader of INRI Evangelical Spiritual Church, stated that President Bola Tinubu’s administration would ignore the concerns of Nigerians if the planned nationwide protest on August 1 does not occur. Ayodele referred to the protest as a wake-up call for Tinubu, senators, and state governors. According to a statement by his spokesman, Oluwatosin Osho, Ayodele criticized Tinubu’s administration for not doing enough to alleviate hardship and hunger in the country. Ayodele emphasized that protest is the only way for the government to understand the people’s suffering. However, he clarified that he does not support protests as a…
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Having differing views does not make someone an enemy, Barrister Okonkwo remains my beloved brother and a trusted ally – Peter Obi responds to Kenneth Okonkwo after exit from Labour Party
Peter Obi has responded to Kenneth Okonkwo’s critical remarks and departure from the party. Kenneth Okonkwo announced his exit from the Labour Party on Sunday, July 28, citing ongoing internal strife and leadership issues within the party. In his resignation statement, Okonkwo had harsh words for Obi. Following Okonkwo’s announcement, the party’s leadership labeled him as one of the moles in their camp. Despite this, Obi reacted by stating that Okonkwo remains his trusted ally, even after leaving the Labour Party. He wrote on X: “Yesterday, I read my dear brother Kenneth Okonkwo’s open letter in which he expressed differing…
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Comedian Seyi Law appointed SSA to Ondo Governor
Popular Nigerian comedian Oluseyi Aletile, known professionally as Seyi Law, has been appointed as the Senior Special Assistant (SSA) on Entertainment and Tourism to Ondo State Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa. The appointment was announced by the governor’s Chief Press Secretary, Ebenezer Adeniyan, in a statement on Monday. Adeniyan said, “The appointment was in continuation of effort to enhance governance and service delivery to the people of Ondo.”
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Come out openly and lead protesters – Bayo Onanuga tells Peter Obi
Presidential aide Bayo Onanuga has challenged Peter Obi to step forward and lead the planned protest against hardship, instead of orchestrating it from behind the scenes. This statement follows Obi’s recent support for the protest, where he identified “hunger and hopelessness among the youths” as key motivators for the demonstration. Reacting to this, Onanuga in a post on X says Obi should be at the forefront of the protest and help curb their possible excesses. See his post below;
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There is nothing like protest in Lagos state because the government is making us proud, tell your children – Shade Tinubu tells market men and women
President Tinubu’s daughter, Shade Tinubu, has urged market men and women to discourage their children from participating in the planned nationwide protest against hunger and economic hardship. In a video circulating on social media, Ms. Tinubu is seen addressing a group of market men and women, making this appeal According to her; ”We should tell ourselves, our children at home and our family members that there is nothing like protest in Lagos state. It is not good. Recall the one they did before where they destroyed so many of our public assets. Do not allow your children be used to…
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His resignation from the Labour Party didn’t come as a surprise, he is a mole – Labour Party reacts to Kenneth Okonkwo’s exit
The Labour Party (LP) has labeled Kenneth Okonkwo a mole, expressing that his departure from the party was not surprising. The party criticized Okonkwo’s recent attacks on its 2023 presidential candidate, Peter Obi, calling them unfortunate and attention-seeking. Okonkwo, a prominent LP member, had announced his loss of confidence in Obi’s ability to build an election-winning party. The actor-turned-politician argued that Obi lacks the capacity to secure a mandate even if people vote for him. He mentioned that recent events within the party prompted his decision to seek a new direction in his political career. In response, LP’s National Publicity…
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Daniel Bwala has no political relevance just seeking sympathy from Mr President – Ali Ndume
Former Senate Chief Whip Ali Ndume has claimed that Daniel Bwala, the former spokesperson for the 2023 Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) presidential candidate Atiku Abubakar, lacks political relevance. Ndume stated that Bwala is untrustworthy and only useful for attacking political opponents, advising President Bola Tinubu to be cautious of him. Recently, Ndume and Bwala have been at odds due to the lawmaker’s criticism of Tinubu. Ndume accused Tinubu of preventing lawmakers and ministers from accessing him amid the current hardships faced by Nigerians. Addressing journalists in his residence in Maiduguri, the Borno South senator said: “We have credible people in…
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I no longer have the confidence that Peter Obi has what it takes to secure the mandate – Kenneth Okonkwo says as he leaves Labour Party
Kenneth Okonkwo, the spokesperson for the Labour Party presidential campaign in the 2023 general election, has left the party. He attributed his decision to the party’s internal crisis and the actions of its presidential candidate, Peter Obi. Okonkwo criticized both the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and the All Progressives Congress (APC), claiming their leadership is harming Nigeria’s economy. He asserted that the APC has left citizens with no option but to protest for survival due to a lack of future hope. In his statement, Okonkwo stressed the need for a strong political party with grassroots support to challenge the current…
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