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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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First Lady Remi Tinubu donates N250,000 to TradeMore flood victims
Senator Oluremi Tinubu, the wife of the President, has provided financial assistance to the victims of the flood incident that occurred on June 23, 2023, at TradeMore Estate in Lugbe, Abuja. The sum of N250,000 was distributed to the affected individuals through her philanthropic project, the Renewed Hope Initiative. Representing Senator Tinubu, Hajia Nana Shettima, the wife of the Vice President, expressed her condolences to the victims of the unfortunate event and delivered the donations. The first lady acknowledged that there is no guarantee that such incidents will not happen again, especially during the ongoing rainy season. However, she remained…
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Fuel subsidy, simply punishment for Nigerians – Prophet Ariole
During a midweek service in Effurun, Prophet Austin Ariole, the General Overseer of Goshen Freedom Tabernacle (GFT) in Delta State, expressed his belief that the removal of fuel subsidy is another form of punishment inflicted upon Nigerian citizens. He lamented the adverse effects this decision has had on the people, leading to increased poverty as their incomes have not risen in tandem with the removal of the subsidy. The prophet highlighted the disappearing nature of the fuel, stating that purchasing 10 liters and using it up within three hours is unjust. This phenomenon, he claimed, further adds to the burden…
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Tinubu requests Senate approval of $800m loan
During the plenary session on Thursday, July 13, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu made an appeal to the Senate, urging them to grant approval for a borrowing request of $800 million from the World Bank. It is worth noting that former President Muhammadu Buhari had previously submitted the same request to the 9th Senate in May, towards the end of his administration. However, due to time constraints, the 9th Assembly was unable to address the request before its tenure concluded on June 11. In a letter presented by Senate President Godswill Akpabio, President Tinubu emphasized the importance of approving the borrowing…
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Man caught stealing VSOP worth N58,000 from a supermarket
According to a Facebook post by Ogedengbe Oiseoruemi Ayodeji Uduaghe on Wednesday, July 12, 2023, a man was apprehended for allegedly stealing a bottle of VSOP valued at N58,000 from a supermarket located in Benin City, Edo State. In the post, Ogedengbe described the incident. He wrote; “PASTED AS FORWARDED TO ME WITHOUT PREJUDICE: This old dude just stole VSOP costing 58,000 in Hallmark supermarket Benin City. This is not hunger. Let HALLMARK & THE POLICE CONFIRM PLEASE,”
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Court gives DSS one week ultimatum to arraign Emefiele or release him
Justice Hamza Muazu of the High Court of the Federal Capital Territory, Abuja, has given the Department of State Services (DSS) a one-week deadline to either bring the detained suspended Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), Godwin Emefiele, to court or release him. Delivering the ruling in a fundamental human rights lawsuit filed by Emefiele against the DSS and others, Justice Muazu emphasized that while the DSS has the authority to carry out its constitutional duties of arrest and detention for preventing internal crime, such actions must be within the confines of the law. The judge stated that…
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House of Reps members are not as rich as being projected – Hon. Tajudeen Abbas
The Speaker of the House of Representatives, Hon. Tajudeen Abbas, has refuted claims of lawmakers being excessively wealthy, stating that such assertions are inaccurate. Addressing the parliamentary reporters during an interactive session organized by the adhoc committee of the House on Media and Public Affairs, Hon. Abbas, represented by the House’s minority leader, Hon. Kingsley Chinda, appealed to the media to assist in rectifying this misconception. “You are aware that the parliament is the unsung arm of the government. A lot of the things that people are fed with, you are the cooks. We are partners in Nigeria’s project, that’s…
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I understand that our people are suffering yet there can be no childbirth without pain – Tinubu
During a meeting with the 18 governors who served alongside him in 1999, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu acknowledged the hardships faced by Nigerians due to the removal of fuel subsidies. However, he emphasized that this decision was made in the best interest of the country, with the goal of ensuring future prosperity. Tinubu assured Nigerians that the government is actively working on a framework to provide palliatives to alleviate the effects of fuel subsidy removal. He pledged to increase efforts, expedite the process, and establish a robust social security structure that would not be compromised, particularly in terms of cash-transfer…
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Police arrest three individuals who lynched man to death for allegedly stealing bread in Bayelsa
The Bayelsa State Police Command has apprehended three individuals in relation to the lynching of Ebimotimi Freeborn, a 32-year-old man who was accused of stealing bread along the Tombia-Amassoma Road in the Yenagoa area of the state. According to reports, the deceased was caught in the act of stealing bread from a shop, which led to a mob attacking him and ultimately causing his death. In an official statement, Asinim Butswat, the spokesperson for the state police command, identified the three suspects as Preye Mathew, Theophilus Tiro, and Famous Precious. “The Bayelsa State Police Command has arrested three suspects in…
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Kanu Nwankwo, J. Martins get appointments in Governor Otti’s cabinet
Governor Alex Otti of Abia State has recently announced the appointment of 30 individuals to various positions. Among the notable figures on the list are Kanu Nwankwo, the legendary Arsenal footballer, who has been appointed as the Chairman of Enyimba FC, and J. Martins, a renowned Nigerian music star, who has been appointed as the Special Assistant on Entertainment and Tourism. See the full list released by Governor Alex Otti’s Chief Press Secretary, Kazie Uko; 1. Mr. Ugochukwu Okoroafor – Special Adviser, Monitoring and Evaluation 2. Hon Iheanacho Obioma – Special Adviser, Political Affairs 3. Prof Ijeoma Iheukwumere – Senior Special…
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