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BREAKING: Usman Ahmed Ododo Sworn in as Kogi State Governor
Alhaji Ahmed Usman Ododo officially assumed the role of the fifth democratically-elected Governor of Kogi State, taking the oath of office administered by Kogi State Chief Judge, Justice Josiah Mejabi. The ceremony, held at the Muhammadu Buhari Civic Centre in Lokoja, saw Ododo sworn in at precisely 2:27 pm. His Deputy, Elder Joel Salifu Oyibo, had earlier taken the oath at 2:18 pm, cheered on by a large crowd. Vice President Kashim Shettima, representing President Ahmed Bola Tinubu, was present at the event.
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Kidnappers will no longer be granted bail – Wike
The Federal Capital Territory Minister, Nyesom Wike, has declared his determination to prevent kidnappers from being granted bail, emphasizing that those apprehended will face legal consequences. Wike made this commitment during a security town hall meeting held at the Abuja Municipal Area Council (AMAC) on Friday. Wike said: “Gone were the days when kidnappers would be granted bail. I will not allow it again. We will ensure that the kidnapper is punished. How will a kidnapper be granted bail?” The police, through their anti-kidnapping unit and the Rubochi Division Police Headquarters, reported the rescue of 14 abducted victims. The statement…
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Nnamdi Kanu, Abba Kyari: Content of my book being twisted – Femi Adesina
Femi Adesina, former Presidential Spokesperson, has contested the interpretation of his book, ‘Reflections of a Special Adviser, Media and Publicity (2015-2023),’ stating that its content has been misrepresented. The book, launched on January 16, covers political events during the former administration, including details about the rendition of Nnamdi Kanu and alleged obstacles by the late Abba Kyari. Adesina refuted claims, asserting that the reports distorted the actual content of his book. In a post he shared on X, he said Contortionists have begun to twist the content of his book He wrote, “Contortionists have begun to twist the content of…
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BREAKING: Lagos PDP Chairman Aivoji kidnapped
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Lagos State has urged security agencies and government authorities to swiftly intervene and ensure the prompt release of its abducted chairman, Philip Aivoji. Lagos State PDP Publicity Secretary Alhaji Hakeem Amode appealed in a statement on Friday, saying: “Aivoji was abducted on Thursday, January 25 at about 6:00 pm on the Lagos-Ibadan expressway while returning from a stakeholders meeting in Oyo State convened by Gov. Seyi Makinde and Gov. Ademola Adeleke of Osun. “It is disheartening that kidnapping has become a prevalent issue in our country, and the government’s inability to address this menace…
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Wike approves N7bn for primary school teachers’ salaries in FCT
Nyesom Wike, the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, has given approval for a payment of N7 billion, which will address 25% of the salary arrears owed to primary school teachers in the FCT. This comes barely three days after FCT primary school teachers staged a protest over non-salary payments. Danlami Hayyo, the Secretary for Education in the FCT Administration, disclosed this during a visit to the FCT Universal Basic Education Board in Abuja, stating that the FCTA will cover 40% of the outstanding arrears, while the remaining 60% will be covered by the Area Councils. He emphasized a three-month…
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It’s painful when people call me a home wrecker – Ivy Ifeoma
Ivy Ifeoma, the partner of Paul Okoye of P-Square, Paul Okoye has disclosed her distress over being labeled a “home wrecker” for being in a relationship with the divorced artist. It’s worth noting that Rudeboy, aged 41, introduced Ifeoma, then 22, as his new girlfriend in December 2022, a year after his separation from ex-wife Anita Okoye. However, in a recent interview with Cool FM Nigeria, Lagos, the 23-year-old expressed her frustration with some social media users who accuse her of being responsible for the breakdown of the singer’s marriage. She shared that while she typically overlooks negative comments and…
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Christianity has negatively impacted the future of Igboland – Nigerian man residing in the East says
A man residing in the Southeast of Nigeria has expressed the view that Christianity has negatively impacted the future of Igboland. In a widely circulated video, he criticized church members conducting a service on a Thursday, January 25, during working hours. According to him, before the arrival of the colonialists, the Igbo people were industrious, designating each day as a market day to engage in various economic activities. He found it disconcerting to witness individuals holding religious services instead of being actively involved in their daily work and entrepreneurial pursuits.
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FAAN, CBN relocation: As long as he is interested in the votes of the Northerners, He should reverse these unconstitutional decisions – Katsina Elders warn Tinubu
The Katsina Elders’ Forum has strongly opposed the proposed relocation of crucial projects, including the Umaru Musa Yar’Adua International Airport’s renovated airport rescue and firefighting vehicles project, to the southern part of the country. The forum has urged President Tinubu to reconsider this decision, warning that he risks losing support from the Northern region in the 2027 elections if he proceeds with the relocation. After a closed-door meeting expressing apprehensions about the potential socio-economic repercussions on Northern Nigeria, the forum’s Secretary, Aliyu Mohammed, accused certain individuals of providing misguided advice to President Tinubu. He characterized them as enemies of Nigeria…
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Police recover N50m stolen from Mr Ibu, charge son, lover to court
The Nigerian Police, through its Force Criminal Investigation and Intelligence Department (FCID) in Alagbon, Ikoyi, Lagos State, has officially verified the apprehension of Oyeabuchi Daniel Okafor, the son of renowned comic actor John Okafor, also known as Mr. Ibu, along with Jasmine Chioma Okekeagwu, his adopted daughter. The arrest is in connection with an alleged conspiracy to defraud the actor of a sum totaling N55 million. A press statement issued on Thursday, January 25, revealed that the FCID took action based on a petition submitted by Diamond Waves Law on behalf of the actor’s wife, Stella Maris Chinyere Okafor. The…
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President Tinubu cannot change the capital of Nigeria to Lagos, it requires a constitutional amendment – Shehu Sani
Former Senator from Kaduna Central, Shehu Sani emphasized that President Bola Tinubu lacks the authority to shift the federal capital from Abuja to Lagos State. Sani stressed that such a relocation could only occur through a constitutional amendment, not at the discretion of the president or any group. He encouraged Senators to thoughtfully discuss the matter during plenary sessions, as per his post on X. According to Sani: “Abuja’s status as the Federal Capital of Nigeria is a strong constitutional provision that no individual or group including the President can change it. The status of Abuja can only change if…
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Nnamdi Kanu’s Assasination plot: MNK was never meant to get a fair trial. President Tinubu should wash his hands off – IPOB lawyer, Ejimakor
Aloy Ejimakor, the Special Counsel to Nnamdi Kanu, leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), has urged President Bola Tinubu to disassociate himself from the agitator’s case and ensure his release. This call comes in response to revelations that former President Muhammadu Buhari prevented his government from resorting to assassination in handling Kanu’s situation. Ejimakor contends that Femi Adesina’s disclosure indicates that Kanu was not intended to receive a fair trial in Nigeria. Posting on X, the lawyer wrote: “Buhari’s self-confessed plot to assassinate MAZI NNAMDI KANU underscores the lingering notion that #MNK was never meant to get a…
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January my free trial month, I’ll start my year in February – Tiwa Savage declares
Tiwa Savage has declared that her 2024 journey will commence on February 1st, designating January as a free trial month She shared this insight into her plans via a post on her Instagram story on Wednesday. She wrote, “I have decided that my 2024 will start February 1st. January is definitely a free trial month.”
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