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Diplomacy is the ‘best way forward’ in Niger, military force still on table – Tinubu
Chairman of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) and President of Nigeria, Bola Ahmed Tinubu, has not completely dismissed the notion of military intervention in Niger. However, he firmly believes that diplomacy offers the most constructive path to address the crisis, as articulated by his spokesperson on Tuesday. Tinubu’s spokesperson, Ajuri Ngelale, clarified that while all options remain on the table, regional leaders in West Africa lean toward diplomatic solutions. The United States remains hopeful but acknowledges the challenge of reversing the coup at this juncture. “No options have been taken off of the table,” he said but…
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(video) I withdraw that statement – Senate President, Akpabio says after he announced to senators that a small ‘token’ had been sent to them as they go on vacation
Senate President, Godswill Akpabio, swiftly retracted his words after being caught on camera revealing that a modest sum had been transferred to each Senator’s account as they commenced their vacation. The legislators commenced their recess on August 8, and are scheduled to reconvene on September 26. During the plenary session on August 8, Akpabio unintentionally disclosed the transfer of a “small token” to Senators’ accounts by the National Assembly clerk to facilitate their holiday enjoyment. Realizing he was on a live broadcast, he promptly corrected himself, stating, “”I withdraw that statement. In other to allow you enjoy your holiday, the…
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Tinubu committed to helping Nigerians alleviate the difficult conditions they are in – Okonjo-Iweala
Dr. Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, the Director-General of the World Trade Organization (WTO), has emphasized that President Bola Tinubu is firmly dedicated to enhancing the well-being of Nigerians. Furthermore, she confirmed that the WTO, an organization she leads, is committed to providing assistance to Nigeria during these challenging times. Okonjo-Iweala made these statements while addressing State House correspondents following her meeting with President Bola Tinubu at the Presidential Villa in Abuja on Tuesday, August 7. Accompanied by Mohammed Ali Pate, the former Minister of State for Health during the Goodluck Jonathan administration, the WTO DG revealed that their conversation with the President…
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Unconfirmed Ministerial nominees: “The Imp who was intoxicated with power, and who arrogantly played God is now at the mercy of those wielding power” – Shehu Sani
Senator Shehu Sani has taken a critical stance against an unconfirmed nominee for a ministerial position. The Senate officially confirmed 45 out of the 48 Ministerial Nominees that had been submitted by President Tinubu. However, the confirmation process for three Ministerial nominees—Nasir El-Rufai, former Governor of Kaduna State; Stella Okotete from Delta State; and Abubakar Danladi from Taraba State—has been postponed due to ongoing security clearance procedures. In response to these developments, Senator Sani expressed his views via his Twitter account and made pointed comments directed at a particular individual he referred to as an “imp” within the ministerial list.…
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President Tinubu vows to end Nigeria’s over-reliance on borrowing for public expenditure
President Bola Tinubu expressed a strong determination to break the harmful pattern of excessive reliance on borrowing for public expenditures and the resulting strain of debt servicing on the effective management of Nigeria’s limited government earnings. Inaugurating the Presidential Committee on Fiscal Policy and Tax Reforms, led by Mr. Taiwo Oyedele, the President instructed the committee to enhance the nation’s revenue generation and business environment. This comes as the Federal Government endeavors to attain an 18% Tax-to-GDP ratio within a span of three years. According to a statement released by Ajuri Ngelale, spokesperson for President Tinubu, the President mandated the…
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Don’t swear in El-Rufai, we demand justice – Kaduna Quranic memorizers tell Tinubu
A coalition consisting of Quranic Memorizers and Reciters has issued a plea to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, urging him to refrain from inaugurating former governor of Kaduna State, Nasir El-Rufai, as a minister. Sheikh Sidi Aliyu Sise, who serves as the Director of Education at the Sheikh Dahiru Usman Bauchi Foundation, implored Tinubu not to administer the oath of office to politicians who have displayed unfair practices. Sise highlighted that the appointment of El-Rufai and his subsequent confirmation by the National Assembly represents an act of injustice towards those who dedicate themselves to memorizing and reciting the Quran. He further…
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Sit-at-home: …Because they profit from it, they are not going to stop it – Abaribe
Enyinnaya Abaribe, the senator representing Abia South, has asserted that Simon Ekpa, who claims to be a follower of Nnamdi Kanu, is utilizing the sit-at-home directive as a means of generating money. During an interview with Channels TV, Abaribe indicated that this financial aspect is the driving force behind Ekpa and his associates’ reluctance to rescind the order. The senator highlighted that leaders from the South-East region have reached a consensus to engage with the government led by President Bola Tinubu concerning the ongoing detention of Nnamdi Kanu. Abaribe said: “Of course, the man who is profiting from it, who…
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I once borrowed money to impress my girlfriend – Singer, Boy Spyce
Nigerian artist Boy Spyce, born Ugbekile David Osemeke, renowned for his music, shared an intriguing story about his romantic experiences. In a recent conversation on Cool FM Nigeria, hosted by reality TV personality Tacha, he recounted the most unconventional action he took for the sake of love. He admitted that he once went to the extent of borrowing money to prevent his girlfriend from going on a date with another man. He said, “The farthest I have ever gone for love is borrowing money. It sounds very basic but it’s actually something I would never do anymore. If I no…
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Confusion hits Senate over Keyamo’s ministerial screening
Controversy surrounds the Senate’s consideration of Festus Keyamo, a ministerial nominee, leading to a dissolution of the Chamber into an executive session. Prior to this, Senator Bamidele Opeyemi, the Senate leader, moved a motion which resulted in confusion. Keyamo had been asked to present his qualifications and reasons for being a Minister of Nigeria. However, chaos ensued when Senator Darlington Nwokocha raised concerns about constitutional violations by Keyamo during his time as Minister of State for Employment, Labour, and Productivity. Nwokocha detailed how Keyamo obstructed the Reps Committee’s oversight of N52 billion allocated to his Ministry. Consequently, Nwokocha moved for…
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Fifa WWC 2023: Super Falcons fail to advance to quarter-finals after losing to England
The Super Falcons of Nigeria faced have been unable to progress to the quarter-finals of the FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023 as they were defeated by England in a tense penalty shootout. Throughout the 90-minute playtime and an additional 30 minutes of extra time, both teams were unable to score any goals, resulting in a goalless scoreline. Despite England losing one player due to a red card issued to Lauren James for a foul on Nigeria’s Michelle Alozie, the Nigerian team showed promising attacking potential. However, England’s strong defensive efforts pushed the game into extra time, ultimately leading to a…
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Biafra will back you if Nigerian military intervenes – Simon Ekpa assures Niger, Mali
Simon Ekpa, a well-known advocate for Biafra’s independence and separation, has expressed his support for the military regimes in Niger Republic, Mali, and Burkina Faso. He stated that if the Nigerian military were to intervene, the Biafra movement would also back these military regimes. Ekpa, who is a lawyer residing in Finland and leads the Biafra Republic Government in Exile, conveyed this viewpoint through a video posted on his verified Twitter account on Monday. His response follows the ongoing tension within the West African region due to the recent military takeover in Niger Republic last month. It’s worth noting that…
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If Kwankwaso is determined to decamp to APC, our doors are open – Ganduje
The recently elected National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Abdullahi Ganduje, has expressed the party’s openness to welcome Rabiu Kwankwaso, the national leader of the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP), should he decide to switch his affiliation. Ganduje, formerly the governor of Kano State, conveyed this message while engaging in discussions with a select group of media organizations in Kano on Saturday evening. The APC leader emphasized that he is now in control of the party’s affairs, which has facilitated the potential for Kwankwaso to rejoin the ruling party if he wishes to do so. Ganduje characterized Kwankwaso…
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