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There is no money anywhere in the country; the government is just managing to pay salaries – Minister
The Minister of Budget and National Planning, Atiku Bagudu, expressed concern over the insufficient funds available to address the growing challenges associated with Nigeria’s increasing population. Dr. Sampson Ebimaro, representing Bagudu at an event in Abuja on October 20, emphasized the need for non-governmental organizations to collaborate with the government to fill certain gaps. He pointed out that Nigeria’s population is rapidly expanding, accompanied by rising unemployment and a high inflation rate. The minister said; Government faces enormous challenges especially now; the government is facing a revenue deficit. There is no money anywhere in the country; the government is just managing…
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“It may look difficult; even rough, but it will get better” – Tinubu assures Nigerians
President Bola Tinubu has assured Nigerians that brighter days lie ahead, even in the face of ongoing challenges. Speaking on October 20, while hosting Southwest Muslim leaders, Tinubu emphasized the need for sacrifices to achieve the restoration of Nigeria. He addressed a delegation led by Rasaki Oladejo, the President of the Ummah, at the State House in Abuja. Tinubu further explained that the removal of the fuel subsidy was a necessary step to prevent Nigeria from collapsing. He said; We have to believe in one country; we have to believe in Nigeria. We will do our best, and our economy will…
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Oil is not enough to make us rich but enough to put us in trouble – Former CBN Governor, Sanusi Lamido
Sanusi Lamido Sanusi, the former Emir of Kano, has emphasized that oil production alone is insufficient to bring wealth to Nigeria and can, in fact, pose a risk to the nation. He made this statement during the Distinguished Lecture Series hosted by the Nigerian Institute of International Affairs (NIIA) in Lagos. The lecture’s theme was “Resetting the Nigerian Economy for a Brighter Future.” Sanusi highlighted that in relation to the country’s population, the level of Nigeria’s oil production falls short of being a source of significant wealth. He noted that in resetting the Nigerian economy, it would be important to…
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”How is Labour better, Not one has rejected the SUV” – Reno Omokri slams those insulting PDP and APC over alleged purchase of N130m worth of vehicles for lawmakers
Reno Omokri has slammed members of the Labour Party regarding the recent proposition by Nigerian legislators to acquire new vehicles for each of them. Unverified reports suggest these new vehicles could cost as much as N130 million each. This has triggered a public outcry from Nigerians who view it as extravagant for lawmakers to allocate such funds for new cars, especially when the country’s economy is facing difficulties. In a post he shared on his social media account earlier today, Reno raised a question if any Labour Party lawmaker declined the new car. Many believe that members of the Labour…
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The agenda for our bazaar is mega wealth, if you won’t donate don’t come – Fr. Mbaka
During one of his church programs, Rev. Fr. Ejike Mbaka, the spiritual director of the Adoration Ministry in Enugu, Nigeria, issued a warning to politicians. He cautioned that politicians should not attend his event if they do not intend to make donations. In a thinly veiled reference to last year’s criticism of the Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, whom he had described as a ‘stingy man’ during the bazaar event, Mbaka expressed his reluctance to have someone who would attend his bazaar and decline to participate in the customary breaking of kola nuts. Mbaka’s ‘stingy man’ comment received widespread…
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Nigeria’s Ambassador to Morocco, Alhaji Mansur Nuhu is dead
Alhaji Mansur Nuhu Bamalli, Nigeria’s Ambassador to Morocco, has passed away. The confirmation of his demise came through a statement released by the Media and Publicity Officer of the Zazzau Emirate Council. According to the statement, he passed away in a private hospital in Lagos while he was in transit to Morocco. The statement further mentioned that details about the funeral prayers will be announced at a later time. He is survived by a wife and two children. The deceased was appointed by former President Muhammadu Buhari just a year ago. Alhaji Mansur Nuhu Bamalli also held the title of…
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Wike: Tinubu should be careful of people like Gumi, he should be arrested and prosecuted – Primate Ayodele
Primate Elijah Ayodele, the leader of the INRI Evangelical Spiritual Church, has urged President Bola Tinubu to request the apprehension of Islamic cleric Ahmed Gumi due to his remarks concerning Christians and the Federal Capital Territory Minister, Nyesom Wike. Gumi characterized Wike as a malevolent individual and expressed skepticism about entrusting Christians with the nation’s security. The Islamic scholar also advocated for Wike’s immediate removal as the FCT minister and called for a Muslim to assume the position. In a statement released by his media aide, Oluwatosin Osho, Primate Ayodele cautioned Gumi to refrain from discussing Christians and allow Wike…
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Don’t threaten me with strike, I won’t pay you when you resume – Minister of FCT, Nyesom Wike warns Abuja doctors
Wike has stated that he has no intention of compensating medical doctors in the FCT who go on strike, and if they insist on pursuing this matter, he will pursue legal action against them. Additionally, he conveyed to the resident doctors that he expects to achieve cost savings when they engage in industrial action. The Nigerian Association of Resident Doctors, NARD, have been on-and-off industrial actions due to the Federal Government’s failure to meet its demands. The doctors’ demands among many others include the immediate payment of the 2023 Medical Residency Training Fund (MRTF), tangible steps on the “upward review”…
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FCT Minister is a satanic person. Christians are the ones in charge, it is a decoy Muslims are heads of defence – Sheikh Gumi says, slams Wike for receiving Isreali Ambassador
Controversial Cleric, Sheikh Ahmad Gumi has labeled Nyesom Wike, the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, as a “Satanic person” for receiving the Israeli Ambassador to Nigeria in his office. The cleric made these remarks during a video sermon that lasted over 14 minutes, which he shared on his official Facebook page. Gumi also warned that if President Bola Ahmed Tinubu does not remove Wike from the position of FCT minister, it could hinder Tinubu from serving for eight years. Additionally, Gumi stated his belief that Christians should not be entrusted with the responsibility of national security in Nigeria because,…
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”Remaining Two Months” – Shehu Sani reminds FG of 2023 deadline to commence manufacturing of airplanes in the country
Former Kaduna Lawmaker, Shehu Sani has reminded the Federal Government on Thursday that it has just two months left to fulfill the promise made by the previous administration to begin manufacturing airplanes. In 2021, the former Minister of Aviation, Hadi Sirika, announced the country’s intention to commence aircraft manufacturing before the end of 2023. This declaration came after he conducted an inspection visit to an aircraft manufacturing company in Pogany, Hungary. The former minister stressed that locally producing aircraft in Nigeria would not only position the country as a regional aviation powerhouse but also provide maintenance and repair facilities that…
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20-year-old UNILORIN student commits suicide after ‘online lover’ absconded with N500,000 she lent him for his mother’s ‘breast cancer treatment’
A 20-year-old student from the University of Ilorin, identified as Sanni Hameedat, reportedly took her own life after lending a boy she met on the social media platform Snapchat a sum of N500,000. The private hostel management where she lived, Rubiks, confirmed the tragic event to Punch in a statement on October 18, 2023. According to the management, Hameedat was in the midst of her SIWES (Students Industrial Work Experience Scheme) program when this unfortunate incident occurred. She had tried to borrow money from loan apps and according to the management, the cause of her death was attributed to the…
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Senate confirms Olukoyede, Hammajoda as EFCC Chairman, Secretary
Ola Olukoyede has been officially approved by the Senate to serve as the Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC). Additionally, Muhammad Hammajoda’s appointment as the Secretary of the anti-corruption agency was also confirmed. Olukoyede was accompanied by some of the Commission’s management staff and was present at the National Assembly. The Senate conducted their screening and subsequently confirmed both individuals on Wednesday afternoon. This confirmation occurred about a week after President Bola Tinubu appointed them. Their appointments are initially for a renewable term of four years. Olukoyede’s assumption of the position as the new EFCC chairman follows…
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