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Subsidy Palliative: Sharing 8k is completely a ‘town hall’ economics not different from balablu and hullabaloo – Rev. Fr. Chinenye Oluoma
Rev Fr Chinenye Oluoma, a renowned Nigerian Catholic priest, has offered advice to President Bola Tinubu, urging him to abandon the idea of distributing N8,000 to 12 million Nigerians. He considers this approach to be “a puerile, penny wise pound foolish economics.” Instead, Oluoma suggests that Tinubu should utilize the funds to provide “palliative transportation” for the masses, including special groups like students and farmers, while also focusing on long-term plans. The cleric shared his advice through a post on his verified Facebook page on Monday. Furthermore, Oluoma, a staunch supporter of fuel subsidy removal due to the corrupt practices…
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”Our age must never be a barrier to educational pursuit” – Governor Adeleke reveals he went back to school in response to personal attacks from his opponents after he lost the gubernatorial election in 2018
Governor of Osun State, Ademola Adeleke disclosed that he decided to pursue a degree in response to personal attacks from his opponents after losing the 2018 governorship election in Osun state. He made this revelation during the joint 9th undergraduate and 5th postgraduate convocation ceremonies at Adeleke University in Ede, Osun state on Sunday, July 16. Governor Ademola Adeleke shared how his elder brother, Dr. Deji Adeleke, played a significant role in his decision to continue his education. Dr. Deji Adeleke insisted that he must complete his studies or forfeit the opportunity to run for the 2022 governorship election, which…
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I will not celebrate my birthday in today’s Nigeria – Peter Obi tells those who want to celebrate him to share their generosity with those in need
Peter Obi, the Labour Party (LP) member, firmly stated that he will not entertain the requests of his friends, party members, and supporters to celebrate his birthday with gifts. Instead, he urged those who might want to celebrate him to consider sharing their generosity with those in need. In a statement released on his verified Twitter account, the former Governor of Anambra State emphasized that everyone, including leaders and well-placed individuals, should begin making sacrifices for a better Nigeria. He pointed out that the current state of the nation calls for deep reflection. Peter Obi expressed his concern about the…
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FG charges Emefiele for illegal possession of firearm
The Federal Government has brought two charges against Godwin Emefiele, the suspended governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria. He is accused of illegally possessing a single-barrel shotgun and 123 rounds of live ammunition without a license, contrary to the Firearms Act. Emefiele has been in the custody of the Department of State Service since June 10, but a Federal High Court in Abuja recently ruled that his arrest and detention by the DSS were illegal and granted an injunction protecting his freedom of movement and personal liberty. The case is yet to be assigned to a judge, but it…
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Reno Omokri applauds President Tinubu for properly greeting the Oba of Benin, shades a certain monarch from the South
Reno Omokri has subtly criticized a monarch from the South while commending President Tinubu’s respectful gesture towards the Oba of Benin, who visited him at the State House on Friday, July 14. He shared a photo of the President bowing to the Edo monarch as a demonstration of proper respect. He wrote; “This is the President respectfully greeting Hie Royal Majesty, Omo N’Oba N’Edo Uku Akpolokpolo, Ewuare II, the Oba of Benin. He did not casually acknowledge. He genuflected to him. “This is so heartwarming, and I hope a certain traditional ruler from the South**** sees this. Yes, this occurred partially…
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Peace. Thank You lord -Yul Edochie says as he shares loved-up photo with his second wife
Yul Edochie referred to his marriage with his second wife, Judy Austin, as “Peace.” He posted a photo of himself and Judy on his Instagram page, with the caption, “Peace, Thank you lord”. He expressed gratitude to the Lord and tagged Judy Austin, referring to her as “Ijele Odogwu.”
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It favours Lagos over the North – Kano rejects FG’s sharing formula for N500bn palliative
Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf of Kano State has expressed his opposition to the federal government’s proposed sharing formula for the recently approved N500 billion palliative. The federal government had announced plans to utilize the Bank of Industry to support small-scale industries in different geopolitical zones. Governor Yusuf, represented by his deputy, Comrade Aminu Abdussalam, criticized the distribution formula, stating that it heavily favored Lagos State and the South-South zone, putting other states and zones at a disadvantage. He highlighted that Lagos would receive 47% of the allocation, followed by the South-South Zone with 17%, while other regions would receive considerably…
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One of my fervent prayers is for me to die together with my wife when the time comes – Adeboye
Pastor Enoch Adeboye, the General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God, expressed his desire to be called to heaven on the same day as his wife, Folu Adeboye. He shared this sentiment in a post celebrating his wife’s 75th birthday. The cleric emphasized that his wife is the greatest blessing God has bestowed upon him. Adeboye on Twitter wrote: “Besides the salvation of my soul and the baptism in the Holy Spirit, the greatest blessing bestowed upon me by the Lord is my wife, @pastorfoluadeboye. “It is well-known that anyone who dares to harm her will face divine…
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“King Buhari’s 8yrs is looking better than Agbado’s 60 days in office” – Charly Boy slams FG
Maverick singer Charly Boy expressed that the eight-year tenure of former President Muhammadu Buhari seems more favorable compared to the sixty days in office of the current president, Bola Tinubu. Charly Boy’s statement was in response to the recent announcement of N500 billion for palliatives by the current administration. He criticized the government for allocating N8,000 per month to 12 million vulnerable households, while dedicating N70 billion to less than 500 National Assembly members. In a tweet on Saturday, he wrote, “Can somebody help solve dis wahala.What kinda leadership will give us the suffering 12 million masses only 8k per…
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‘Tinubu’s N8k to 12m Nigerians an avenue to steal govt money’ – Atiku’s aide alleges
Phrank Shaibu, the Special Assistant on Public Communications to Atiku Abubakar, has criticized President Bola Tinubu’s proposed palliative measures. Shaibu has expressed concerns that Tinubu’s plan to provide N8,000 to 12 million households over a period of six months is an attempt to misdirect public funds. He further compared Tinubu’s initiative to former President Muhammadu Buhari’s conditional cash transfer and COVID-19 intervention program, which resulted in politicians hoarding essential supplies while the less fortunate struggled with hunger. Shaibu highlighted that Tinubu’s proposed allocation of $800 million for palliatives seemed reminiscent of such practices and lacked transparency. According to Shaibu; “After…
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Breaking: Air Force Plane crashes in Benue
In Makurdi, the capital of Benue State, it has been reported that a trainer aircraft belonging to the Nigerian Air Force, specifically the FT-7NI model, has crashed. The incident occurred during a routine training exercise on Friday, as stated by Channels Television. The NAF Director of Public Relations and Information, Air Commodore Edward Gabkwet, has confirmed this statement. Thankfully, both pilots aboard the aircraft survived the crash and are currently under observation in a military facility. “Both pilots are currently under observation at NAF Base Hospital, Makurdi. Meanwhile, the Chief of Air Staff, Air Vice Marshal Hasan Abubakar, has constituted…
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People who collected Buhari’s ‘jazzed’ 10k ended up in deeper poverty. Pray before you collect the next 8k – Shehu Sani
Shehu Sani, a former Senator representing Kaduna Central, has issued a warning to Nigerians regarding the N8,000 palliative offered by President Bola Tinubu’s administration. Sani advised Nigerians to pray before accepting the N8,000 from Tinubu’s administration, citing the negative outcome experienced by those who received the “jazzed” N10,000 during former President Muhammadu Buhari’s tenure, which ultimately led them into deeper poverty. In a tweet, Sani expressed, “People who collected Buhari’s ‘jazzed’ 10k ended up in deeper poverty. Pray before you collect the next 8k.” Tinubu recently unveiled plans to provide N8,000 to 12 million impoverished households in the country. This…
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