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Ministerial list: Incompetent and mismatched portfolios – Daniel Bwala
Daniel Bwala, an assistant to Atiku Abubakar, the previous presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in the recent general election, has asserted that certain positions allocated by President Bola Tinubu to his ministers do not align correctly. Bwala made these remarks during an appearance on the Politics Today program on Channels Television last Thursday. He expressed that he had reservations over the portfolios, arguing that some square pegs were put in round holes “I have reservations about so many of Tinubu’s ministers. I will caption my reservation as square pegs in round holes and the challenge of Renewed…
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Fifa WWC: First Lady, Remi Tinubu rewards Super Falcons $10,000 each
Nigeria’s first lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu has rewarded Super Falcons players with $10,000 each for their exploits at the 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup. She hosted the players in Abuja this week and praised them for their “unbreakable spirit and unwavering strength”. The Super Falcons advanced to the Round of 16 in the tournament but were eliminated by the Three Lionesses of England in a penalty shootout. Defender Osinachi Ohale eulogized Tinubu for her kind gesture. “We are grateful for this unexpected gesture because for several years we’ve been winning the Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (Wafcon) and I can’t remember…
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N5bn palliatives to States, diversionary, wasteful – Femi Falana
Femi Falana, a renowned human rights lawyer and Senior Advocate of Nigeria, has criticized the Federal Government’s N5 billion fuel subsidy removal support as a diversionary tactic and a squandering of resources. Speaking during a Channels Television interview, Falana emphasized that addressing the root cause, the dollarization of the country’s economy, should be the focus, and not just providing temporary interventions. He expressed concern about the decision by the Central Bank of Nigeria to float the Naira on the foreign market. He argued that while various interventions might offer temporary relief, the larger issue lies in the economy’s dollarization. This…
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Wike is ready to cooperate – Ganduje
Dr. Abdullahi Ganduje, the National Chairman of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC), has shared that negotiations are presently in progress for several opposition political parties to merge into the APC. Ganduje made this revelation while discussing the recent visit of Nyesom Wike, a minister-designate and former Governor of Rivers state, to his residence on Tuesday, August 15. In response to queries about whether Wike would be joining the APC as a minister in the administration led by President Bola Tinubu, Ganduje stated that the former Rivers state governor is prepared to collaborate with the ruling party without necessarily formally…
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Ministers appointed based on political strengths for possible election rerun – Public affairs analyst, Eugene Abels
Eugene Abels, a commentator on public affairs, has proposed that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s selection of ministerial appointees is motivated by political considerations, especially with the prospect of a potential electoral re-run. He observed that the nominees for ministerial positions primarily consist of influential politicians who wield significant power within their respective states. Abels articulated his belief that these appointed ministers are intended to secure electoral support for the current administration in the event of a re-run election occurring in certain states We are aware of the current state of affairs concerning the last elections, and I think that the…
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Bandits have forced farmers to flee in the state – Niger state Governor Bago
Governor Umar Muhammed Bago has expressed his concern regarding the negative impact that the actions of bandits, cattle rustlers, illegal miners, and similar groups have had on the inhabitants of the state. During a visit by the Commandant General of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), Dr. Ahmed Abubakar Audi, Governor Bago revealed that farmers are bearing the brunt of these challenges, with many of them abandoning their agricultural lands due to the constant threat of attacks. He said; “Niger State is being referred to as the food basket of the country largely due to our largest land…
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”I thought the Defence Minister should be a retired Military officer with experience and records of accomplishments” – Shehu Sani questions President’s choice
Former lawmaker, Shehu Sani has criticised President Bola Tinubu for appointing Mohammed Badaru as the Minister of Defence. He expressed that Tinubu should not have appointed a politician as the Defence Minister noting that the ministry should have been given to a retired military officer with records of accomplishments. “In view of the security challenges faced by this country, I thought the Defence Minister should be a retired Military officer with experience and records of accomplishments. “That office shouldn’t be just political, especially at this time.”
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I promise not to disappoint – Festus Keyamo appreciates President Tinubu for making him Aviation Minister
The newly appointed Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, has expressed his commitment not to let down President Bola Tinubu. Keyamo conveyed this sentiment while expressing gratitude to the President for entrusting him with a ministerial role. Taking to Twitter, Keyamo stated: “Thank you, Mr. President. On my honour, I promise not to disappoint.” Keyamo previously held the position of Minister of Labour and Employment in the immediate past administration under former President Muhammadu Buhari. During his confirmation process, there was a considerable commotion in the Senate, prompting an executive session to be called. Senator Darlington Nwokocha, a…
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Patience Jonathan visits Remi Tinubu in Aso Villa
Dame Patience Jonathan, the former first lady, has committed to providing her support to Senator Oluremi Tinubu, the President’s wife, in advancing the progress of the country. She encourages other women to do the same. This affirmation was made on Wednesday when Mrs. Jonathan paid a visit to the presidential villa in Abuja to express her solidarity with the first lady. During the visit, she expressed gratitude to the first lady for the significant positive impact she has had on the lives of Nigerian women. Mrs. Jonathan emphasized the importance of her role as a former president’s wife in extending…
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Edo people will not accept ”Emilokan” – Obaseki
Governor Godwin Obaseki of Edo State has conveyed that relying solely on the ‘Emilokan’ slogan will not secure victory in the state’s elections. He expressed this viewpoint when he welcomed the leaders of Edo South Senatorial District at the Government House. According to him, the people of Edo state will not accept ”Emilokan” as a strategy in government as they are not known for that He said; “Edo people will not accept ‘Emilokan’ as a strategy in government as they are not known for that. For us, it is the people that will decide. “What has happened in the last…
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The government inherited a terrible economic situation, there is no quick fix – Oshiomhole
Adams Oshiomhole, the Senator representing Edo North and a prominent member of the All Progressives Congress (APC), has commented that the administration led by Bola Tinubu inherited a deeply challenging economic situation. Oshiomhole made these remarks during a conversation with journalists following a meeting with Vice-President Kashim Shettima at Aso Rock on August 15, Tuesday. Having previously served as the governor of Edo State, Oshiomhole emphasized that the economic difficulties currently faced by the nation cannot be swiftly resolved. He acknowledged that there are no simple solutions to the complex economic issues that Nigeria is presently grappling with. “The issues…
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”Poverty humiliates you” – Twitter user agrees as he shares that another guy is ‘chewing’ his girlfriend but he can’t confront her as he uses her PC to study for an upcoming exam
A Twitter user @Inno7979 recently shared a situation where he suspects his girlfriend is being unfaithful, yet he finds himself in a predicament. He lost his phone last month, which he used for studying, and his girlfriend loaned him her computer. Unfortunately, he discovered last week that another man is involved with her. He’s caught in a dilemma because he can’t approach her about this due to his reliance on her computer for studying. His exams are just two weeks away, adding to the complexity of the situation. “Last month I lost my phone that I was using (even) for…
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