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Come 2027 we will give Tinubu our votes. I owe nobody no apologies that I stand firm with him – Wike
The Minister of FCT, Nyesom Wike, has expressed that come 2027, he will give his votes to President Bola Tinubu. He welcomed some members of the All Progressives Congress on October 26, shortly after the Supreme Court confirmed President Bola Tinubu’s victory. Wike emphasized that he has no remorse for backing President Tinubu in the previous general election, as his aim was to uphold fairness and justice adding that he owes no one an apology and assured that he would be inclusive, extending his support to the Rivers APC and all Nigerians, vowing not to discriminate based on religion, ethnicity,…
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Atiku and Obi can actualize their presidential ambitions after the second term tenure of President Tinubu in 2031 – Ganduje
Abdullahi Ganduje, the chairman of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC), has asserted that the Supreme Court’s decision to uphold President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s election serves as evidence that the presidential election on February 25 was not manipulated, as alleged by the opposition. In response to the apex court’s ruling, Ganduje, through a statement issued by his Chief Press Secretary, Edwin Olofu, suggested that the presidential candidates of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Atiku Abubakar, and the Labour Party (LP), Peter Obi, should wait until 2031 when Tinubu would have completed his second term. Ganduje called on Atiku and Obi…
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Supreme Court Verdict: I am prepared to welcome the contributions of all Nigerians to foster and strengthen our collective progress – Tinubu
President Bola Tinubu has extended a hand of reconciliation to Atiku Abubakar and Peter Obi, who were presidential candidates for the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and Labour Party (LP), respectively. Tinubu called on them to join forces with him in the task of nation-building and propelling Nigeria forward. The Supreme Court dismissed the appeals filed by Atiku and Obi against Tinubu’s election In response, Tinubu expressed that his triumph at the Supreme Court has further invigorated and solidified his dedication to serving all Nigerians, regardless of their political affiliations, ethnic backgrounds, or religious beliefs, with integrity and profound respect. The…
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Supreme Court dismisses Atiku’s appeal, affirms Tinubu’s election
The Supreme Court ultimately rejected the appeal brought forth by Atiku Abubakar, the candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), challenging President Bola Tinubu’s election. The seven-member panel dismissed the appeal on the grounds of lacking merit after it ruled in favor of the respondents on all seven issues presented for consideration. Justice John Okoro, delivering the main judgment, subsequently upheld the decision of the presidential election tribunal, which had previously confirmed Tinubu’s election as President on September 6. “On the whole, there is no merit in this appeal, and it is hereby dismissed. “The judgment of the court below…
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Yahoo Boy allegedly kills Girlfriend, a 300-level student in UNIPORT
A University of Port Harcourt (UNIPORT) final-year student, known as Collins, is accused of killing his girlfriend, Justina Tiffany Otuene, allegedly for the purpose of money rituals. Residents apprehended the suspect along NTA road in Port Harcourt as he attempted to dispose of the lifeless body of the victim. As reported by blogger Promise Uzoma Okoro, Collins had invited the deceased, who was also a 300-level biochemistry student at the same university, to his residence when the incident took place. While the exact details of the incident remain unclear, it is reported that the suspect was apprehended by security personnel…
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Friendly joke – Supreme Court says, dismisses Atiku’s fresh evidence
The Supreme Court has rejected Atiku Abubakar’s request to introduce new evidence in his appeal against President Bola Tinubu, citing a lack of jurisdiction. The highest court characterized Atiku’s petition as a mere formality, stating that it could not be granted. It also noted that the case was filed after the specified deadline and failed to establish evidence of forgery. Atiku had applied to the Supreme Court for permission to present fresh evidence of forgery against Tinubu. He argued that the court should consider the matter due to its constitutional and democratic significance. The fresh evidence in question was Tinubu’s…
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Former EFCC Boss, Bawa regains freedom after 134 days in detention
After more than 134 days in detention, the Department of State Service has freed Abdulrasheed Bawa, the former EFCC boss who was embroiled in controversy. On the night of October 25, 2023, Bawa regained his freedom following his arrest by the secret police on June 14, 2023, just hours after President Bola Tinubu had suspended him from his position. Amidst celebrations and joy, Bawa has been reunited with his family and friends.
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Ministers have landcruisers, Prado in their convoys and you will not ask them questions. Please spare us a bit – Senate justifies plans to purchase N160m SUVs for members
The Nigerian Senate has defended its intention to acquire upscale vehicles for its members. Sunday Karimi, the Chairman of the Senate Committee on Services, addressed the media in Abuja on Tuesday, October 24, explaining that the decision to purchase these luxury cars for lawmakers was based on their durability and the need for maintenance over a four-year period. Karimi also pointed out that while lawmakers were being scrutinized for this decision, there was a lack of scrutiny regarding ministers who possessed more than three Land Cruisers, Prado, and various other vehicles. He emphasized that questions about the ministers’ vehicle acquisitions…
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Ibadan College shut down after EFCC operatives clashed with staff, students
The management of the Federal College of Forestry in Ibadan has taken the decision to close the institution indefinitely. This decision comes in the aftermath of a confrontation between college staff and students and officials from the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC). On Tuesday, EFCC operatives arrived at the college for a routine verification of a surety’s address and identity, but the situation escalated into a violent clash with staff and students. The EFCC had duly informed the college community about their mission. As a result of this incident, the college has been temporarily shut down. The Public Relations…
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Supreme Court to deliver final verdict in Atiku, Obi’s petitions Oct 26
The Supreme Court has scheduled Thursday, October 26, as the date for issuing its conclusive verdicts on the remaining two legal challenges concerning the legitimacy of President Bola Tinubu’s declaration as the winner of the recent presidential election. These petitions were brought forth by Atiku Abubakar, the presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), and Peter Gregory Obi, the presidential candidate of the Labour Party (LP). Dr. Awemeri Festus Akande, the Director of Press and Information at the Supreme Court, confirmed this development on Wednesday. He also assured that thorough security measures have been implemented to prevent security breaches…
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Wike, Tinubu: We cannot fold our arms and allow Gumi to heat up the polity through his careless, destructive, and inciting statements – Sunday Igboho
Yoruba Nation Agitator, Sunday Adeyemo, also known as Igboho, has warned Islamic scholar Ahmad Gumi about his inflammatory statements and sermons. Igboho firmly stated that he wouldn’t stand by and let Gumi contribute to political unrest in Nigeria with potentially divisive speeches. Gumi had claimed that Christians couldn’t be trusted with Nigeria’s security and called for the removal of the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike. This call came after Wike’s meeting with an Israeli envoy to discuss Abuja’s security. Gumi also accused President Bola Tinubu of appointing Southern Christians to significant positions and suggested that the current…
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Court convicts Lagos medical director to life imprisonment for defiling wife’s niece
A Lagos doctor named Olufemi Olaleye, who serves as the Medical Director of Optimal Cancer Care Foundation, has been sentenced to life imprisonment by the Lagos State Sexual Offences and Domestic Violence court in Ikeja. The sentence was a result of his conviction on two charges related to the defilement and sexual assault by penetration of his wife’s 15-year-old niece. The court found him guilty of these offenses, ruling that the prosecution provided compelling evidence beyond a reasonable doubt, which was consistent with the victim’s testimony. During the trial, the doctor’s wife revealed that her husband had been sexually abusing…
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