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Atiku, Tinubu, Obi should be in jail if we are to run a smooth country – Deji Adeyanju
Human Rights Activist, Deji Adeyanju has asserted that President Bola Tinubu, the presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Atiku Abubakar, and Peter Obi of the Labour Party ought to be incarcerated. Adeyanju criticized Tinubu and other presidential candidates for their alleged failure to serve the interests of Nigerians, attributing the current hardships in the country to their shortcomings. Speaking at a protest in Abuja, the constitutional lawyer lamented the depreciation of the Nigerian currency compared to other West African currencies. According to Adeyanju, “We have warned Nigerians severally but it seems they have a covenant with oppression and…
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Wike places N20m bounty on two kidnappers in the FCT
The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory Administration, Nyesom Wike, has announced a bounty of N20 million for the capture of two notorious kidnappers, Dahiru Adamu and Abu Ibrahim, who have been causing terror in the nation’s capital. These suspects, hailing from Niger State, are believed to be responsible for the abduction of two defense personnel from an Army Estate, as well as other prominent individuals in Abuja. Additionally, they are implicated in the gang that murdered a district head in Abuja and conducted kidnappings in Kabusa, Kutu, and surrounding villages within the FCT. Wike made this declaration during a…
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We will soon be out of these problems – Ganduje assures Nigerians
Dr. Abdullahi Ganduje, the National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress, APC, expressed optimism about Nigeria’s ability to overcome its challenges, citing recent developments. Ganduje made these remarks during his attendance at the Concerned North Central APC Stakeholders and Elders Forum in Abuja. According to him, “There is no doubt that there is an opposition, but we believe with your cooperation, we will not continue to listen to undesirable elements who are not focused. “Who are not real party men, who want to see us that we are in disarray? We have no place for that; we are people, politicians…
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Repentant Boko Haram terrorists swore an oath with the Quran not to return to the bush to fight – Borno State Government
The Borno State Government has said that the 160,000 repentant Boko Haram terrorists have sworn to an oath with the Quran not to kill any longer The state’s Commissioner for Women Affairs and Social Development, Zuwaira Gambo, disclosed this on Wednesday, February 14, 2024, when she spoke at the public presentation of survivors, victims and deradicalized women of Boko Haram by the UKAID-assisted Maiduguri-based non-governmental organization, Allamin Foundation. She stated this following the growing public fears that the resurgence of terror in the Northeast was being caused by the repentant terrorists reneging on their repentance and trooping back to the…
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Tinubu departs Abuja for Addis Ababa
President Bola Tinubu is scheduled to depart from Abuja for Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, to participate in the 37th Ordinary Session of the Assembly of the African Union (AU) Heads of State and Government. This year’s summit focuses on the theme “Educate an African Fit for the 21st Century: Building Resilient Education Systems for Increased Access to Inclusive, Lifelong, Quality, and Relevant Learning in Africa.” According to a statement from the Special Adviser to the President on Media and Publicity, Ajuri Ngelali, President Tinubu will engage in high-level discussions with other African leaders on topics such as institutional reforms of the…
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Wake up to your responsibilities, the Federal Government is not the actor in town – Presidency warns Governors
The Presidency has urged state governors and council chairmen to take decisive action in addressing the food crisis and hardships in Nigeria. Bayo Onanuga, Special Adviser on Information and Strategy to President Bola Tinubu, emphasized the importance of governors and local government chairmen enhancing food production within their jurisdictions for the betterment of Nigeria. On X, Onanuga criticized governors for shifting blame onto the Federal Government for the country’s food shortage. “Let the governors and council chairmen wake up to their responsibilities. The Federal Government is not the only actor in town. “You have your duties cut out for you.…
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”I stayed in the Northeast, fighting Boko Haram for four years, got shot and still carrying bullet in me till date” – Nigerian soldier kicks as President Tinubu gifts Super Eagles players houses, plots of land, and national honor
A Nigerian soldier, who was wounded by a bullet while serving in the North East, has expressed disapproval of President Tinubu’s decision to award houses, plots of land, and national honors to the Super Eagles players after they placed second in the recently concluded AFCON. An X User raised concerns about Ahmed Musa also receiving these national gifts, noting that Musa did not play throughout the competition.
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Desist from defining Bwala as an ex-aide of Atiku Abubakar – Atiku clears air about relationship with Bwala
Former Vice-President and 2023 Peoples Democratic Party presidential candidate, Atiku Abubakar, has clarified his relationship with lawyer Daniel Bwala. A statement from Atiku’s media office emphasized that Bwala’s association with the former Vice President was primarily as a spokesperson for his presidential campaign from 2022 to early 2023 and had no further involvement beyond that role. “Bwala offered his services and support to the Atiku/Okowa Presidential Campaign Organisation as a spokesperson – and it was a position he held during the last presidential campaign. “Subsequently, and after the election, the need for a campaign spokesperson has terminated, and Bwala has…
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Nigerian Catholic priest slams people waiting for ‘men of God’ to approve their partners before marriage, says they are not ready to become parents
Rev. Father Angelo Chidi Unegbu, a Catholic priest and historian based in Germany, remarked that individuals who rely on a “man of God” to sanction their marriage before tying the knot are not sufficiently mature to take on parenthood.
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You have no power to try me – Ex-minister Agunloye tells EFCC amid $6bn fraud allegations
The High Court of the Federal Capital Territory in Apo set February 26, 2024, as the date to consider a motion filed by Olu Agunloye challenging the jurisdiction of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) to prosecute him. Agunloye, a former Minister of Power and Steel, is accused of involvement in a $6 billion contract fraud related to the Mambilla Hydroelectric Power Station project during his tenure between 1999 and 2003. He denies the charges and argues that the EFCC lacks the authority to prosecute him, stating that the alleged offenses do not fall under the EFCC Act’s definition…
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You were part of the #JusticeForMohbad” movement. Today, you are busy bullying Alex Iwobi for representing the country – Actor Prince Eke tackles some Nigerians
Nollywood actor Prince Eke has criticized Nigerians for bullying Alex Iwobi following the Super Eagles’ loss against Ivory Coast. In a social media post on his Instagram page, Eke pointed out that those bullying Iwobi were among those who had previously advocated for justice for the late Mohbad, who had suffered bullying and lived in constant fear.
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Without proper federalism, we are deceiving ourselves – Former Calabar Archbishop, Tunde Adeleye
Former Archbishop of the Calabar Anglican Diocese, Tunde Adeleye, has emphasized that Nigeria must embrace genuine federalism to overcome its sociopolitical challenges. He stressed the necessity of granting full autonomy to all sub-national entities, enabling them to operate independently without relying entirely on the central government. Adeleye made these remarks yesterday evening in response to a lecture delivered by Rt. Rev. Godfrey Ifeanyichukwu Ekpenisi of the Anglican Diocese of Ika, titled “Recovering Nigeria Through Transformative Leadership.” The Anglican Church organized the 2nd Birthday Colloquium in honor of Adeleye in Calabar, marking his retirement two years ago. Adeleye said, “The biggest…
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