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Don’t pay for lodging a complaint at our stations. It is free – Police spokesman, Muyiwa Adejobi, educates Nigerians
The Nigeria Police Force’s spokesperson, Olumuyiwa Adejobi, emphasized that filing a complaint at any police station in Nigeria is entirely cost-free. He made this declaration via his social media handle a few hours ago after a Nigerian man claimed that he was requested to pay for stationery items when he visited a police station to report an incident.
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Student Loan Programme to commence January 2024 – Tinubu assures Nigerians
On Monday, President Bola Tinubu announced the conclusion of the era of strikes within the country’s academic institutions. This declaration was made during his speech at the 29th annual Nigerian Economic Summit, organized by the Nigerian Economic Summit Group (NESG) and held at the Transcorp Hilton in Abuja. He revealed that the Students Loans Scheme under his administration will commence in January 2024. “By January 2024, the new Students Loan Programme must commence. To the future of our children and students we’re saying no more strikes. “There must be a Consumer Credit Scheme which will have to come to effect…
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Growing up Tinubu was my Political Mentor, he fought for democracy – Seun Kuti
Seun Kuti, the Grammy-nominated afrobeat singer, has openly acknowledged President Bola Ahmed Tinubu as his political role model. In a recent conversation with media personality Chude Jideonwo, he shared insights into his relationship with the president. He mentioned that he has a strong and close connection with the president, regarding him as an “uncle” and emphasizing that Tinubu served as a mentor during his formative years. Seun Kuti also reminisced about Tinubu’s prominent role as a member of the National Democratic Coalition (NADECO), which actively championed the cause of democracy in Nigeria following the annulment of the June 12, 1993…
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Detaining Nnamdi Kanu is a sin, End it and see the face of God – Counsel, Ejimakor
Aloy Ejimakor, the Special Counsel representing Nnamdi Kanu, the leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), maintains that keeping the agitator in custody is a moral transgression. In light of this, Ejimakor stated that if the Nigerian government were to release Kanu, they would experience divine consequences, drawing upon biblical verses that warn of the consequences of sin for humanity. Posting on X, he wrote: “Righteousness exalts a nation, but SIN is a reproach to any people”- Proverbs 14:34. “Your INIQUITIES have made a separation between you & your God & your sins have hidden his face from you…
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Supreme Court reserves judgment in Atiku’s petition against Tinubu
The Supreme Court has decided to withhold its judgment in the case filed by Atiku Abubakar, the presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), who seeks to challenge the declaration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu as the winner of the 2023 presidential election. Justice John Inyang Okoro, heading a 7-member panel of Justices of the Court during Monday’s proceedings, announced the decision to reserve the final judgment after hearing arguments from legal representatives involved in the case. Justice Okoro stated that the parties involved in the case would be informed as soon as a date for the judgment is…
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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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