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Edo Guber: Ex-NBA President, Akpata emerges LP candidate
Former President of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA), Olumide Akpata has secured the candidacy for governorship under the Labour Party (LP) in Edo State. Akpata emerged victorious in the LP primary election conducted in Benin City, garnering 316 votes, surpassing other contenders by a significant margin.
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“Why are the other 35 Governors silent”- Shehu Sani says as Seyi Mankinde denies claims by Akpabio that N30billion was given to Governors to address inflation in their states
Senator Shehu Sani, a former lawmaker, raised concerns about the lack of response from 35 state governors regarding the allegation that they each received N30 billion from the federation account to address inflation and the soaring cost of food within their states. Senate President, Godswill Akpabio, said an “unverified report” showed that state governors received N30 billion each from the federation account to alleviate the economic hardship and ravaging hunger in their respective domain. Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State declared that there was no truth in the claim by Akpabio that states of the federation got an additional N30…
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Buhari tried to assassinate me but I’m back with the power of God – Sunday Igboho
Yoruba Nation advocate, Sunday Igboho, asserted on Friday that his return to Nigeria was facilitated by divine intervention. Igboho made this declaration as he accused former President Muhammadu Buhari of plotting to assassinate him. He claimed that Buhari deployed the Department of State Services (DSS) and military personnel to carry out the assassination attempt at his residence. Speaking to his supporters in Oyo State, Igboho attributed the alleged assassination plot to his activism against Fulani herders’ attacks on farmers in the Southwest. According to Igboho: “Buhari sent his soldiers and DSS to arrest me in my house because I said…
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Those calling for Coup should be careful because the law will come for them. The Armed Forces of Nigeria are here to protect democracy – CODS, Christopher Musa
The Chief of Defence Staff, General Christopher Musa, has issued a stern warning to individuals he labels as “evil people” advocating for a coup in Nigeria amid the prevailing economic challenges. Musa cautioned that legal repercussions await those inciting for a coup in response to the country’s economic difficulties. His remarks came following the inauguration of the main entrance of the 6 Division, Nigerian Army, and Officers Transit Accommodation at the Division Headquarters in Port Harcourt, Rivers State. General Musa affirmed the unwavering dedication of the Armed Forces to upholding democracy in Nigeria. Musa said: “Whoever is making that call…
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Philip Shaibu wins Edo PDP parallel governorship primary election
Edo State Deputy Governor, Philip Shaibu, has won a factional Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) primary election for the governorship race on September 21, 2024. Shaibu secured 301 out of 559 votes, declared by Returning Officer Moses Bartholomew. However, tensions arose as Edo State Security Network personnel reportedly stormed the venue, obstructing delegates and journalists. Before the parallel primary, some delegates protested being barred from participating. Shaibu assured them their votes would count, promising to relay their message to the PDP National Headquarters. He expressed confidence in victory both in the primaries and the main election in September.
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We don’t consider the ethnic or religious background of those defaulting our laws – Sanwo Olu speaks on demolished buildings in Lagos state
Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has refuted claims regarding the involvement of ethnicity and religion in the recent demolition of buildings within the state. Amid allegations, Sanwo-Olu’s administration faces criticism for purportedly singling out and demolishing markets and structures predominantly inhabited by Igbo communities in the state. The governor has been accused of pursuing a vendetta, allegedly in response to the voting pattern of Igbo residents who supported the Labour Party’s presidential candidate, Peter Obi, in the previous election. Sanwo-Olu clarified that only structures found to be in violation of state laws are subject to demolition. Addressing the matter during…
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”Nigeria is benefiting from the dollar-to-naira hike. The budget is a dollarized budget” – Ali Ndume
Senator Ali Ndume has asserted that the Nigerian government is not at a loss due to the depreciation of the naira against the dollar; rather, it stands to gain increased revenue to support its 2024 budget. During an interview on Channels TV, Ndume expressed his view that the 2024 budget, presented by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu in November, operates on a “dollarized” income basis. He explained that since a significant portion of the government’s revenue is generated from crude oil exports, priced in dollars, the budget essentially relies on dollar-denominated income. Consequently, as the value of the dollar rises, the…
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State Governors received N30bn to address food shortage – Akpabio reveals
The Senate President, Godswill Akpabio, has revealed that an additional N30 billion has been allocated to each state governor to tackle the issues of food scarcity and the hardships facing Nigerians. Akpabio emphasized the importance of each state effectively utilizing the funds to ensure food is available Speaking on the floor of the senate, Akapbio said: “I must say that unverified report has it that each of the state government in the last few months received additional N30 billion from Federal Inland Revenue Service, outside their normal allocation from the federation account to assist them in ameliorating the food situation.…
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Nigeria will not fall because we are the true giant of Africa – Information Minister, Mohammed Idris
Mohammed Idris, the Minister of Information and National Orientation, emphasized that despite the escalating challenges faced by the nation, Nigeria will endure as the Giant of Africa. Speaking at a Public Relations conference in Minna, Niger State, on Tuesday, February 20, the minister, represented by Jibrin Ndace, Director General of the Voice of Nigeria (VON), conveyed hope for Nigeria’s resilience. The Minister said; His Excellency Ahmed Bola Tinubu, GCFR, President, Federal Republic of Nigeria, is highly committed to lead us to the Nigeria we want with a sincere purpose and focus on the values of the Nigeria Constitution. In the last…
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Ban the use of Dollar for trade both locally and internationally – Daniel Bwala tells Tinubu
Daniel Bwala, a former spokesperson for the Atiku-Okowa 2023 Presidential Campaign Council, has proposed a bold strategy for President Bola Tinubu to expose individuals hoarding dollars in Nigeria. Bwala recommended that Tinubu issue an Executive Order, giving a 30-day ultimatum to prohibit the use of the dollar for trading, both domestically and internationally. He urged Tinubu to take decisive actions to address the exchange rate dilemma. Posting on X, Bwala wrote: “A more radical approach to smoking out the dollar from where ever speculators and hoarders are hiding them is for @officialABA to sign an Executive Order giving 30 days…
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Pray for Naira, you will see miracles – Shehu Sani tells Christians and Muslims
Former legislator and social commentator Shehu Sani has urged Nigerian Muslims and Christians to pray for a miraculous intervention. On Wednesday, through his X handle, Sani recommended that followers of both faiths fast if the miracle does not materialize within seven days. He said, “Muslims should pray for Naira this coming Friday. Christians should pray for Naira on Sunday. You will see miracle on Monday. If you don’t see it, fast for 7 days. If you still don’t see miracle, it means even miracle hath left thee because of thy sins.” The Naira dropped to N1,740.00 per US Dollar on…
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I dare say it was out of spite that you supported and campaigned for such an individual – DJ Switch slams Seyi Law
DJ Switch has criticized comedian Seyi Law, who, in a recent post shared on X on February 20, stated that his support for President Tinubu during the 2023 elections was not driven by spite, but rather by a genuine belief that Tinubu could lead Nigeria to a better future. In response to Seyi Law’s post, DJ Switch asserted that regardless of Seyi’s intentions, his support and advocacy for the President were motivated by a desire to undermine a particular ethnic group. ‘’The only thing I will give to you is that you are not hiding behind closed doors like some…
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