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I am used to all the Negative things people say about my husband – Maryam Abacha
Maryam Abacha, the wife of the late military Head of State in Nigeria, General Sani Abacha, has revealed that she has grown accustomed to the negative comments made by Nigerians about her deceased husband, who passed away on June 8, 1998. During a recent interview with BBC Hausa, the former first lady expressed that she no longer feels the absence of the Presidential Villa, where she resided during her husband’s time in office, after moving out following his death. “I am used to all the negative things Nigerians have been saying about my husband, and that is a normal thing…
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Gunmen kill Catholic Priest in Edo State
Gunmen in Edo State have fatally shot Rev. Fr. Charles Onomhoale Igechi, a priest serving under the Archdiocese of Benin City. The incident occurred on Wednesday, June 7, 2023, along the Agbor Road Bypass area in the Ikhueniro axis of Benin, while the priest was en route to his place of assignment. Rev. Fr. Igechi, who had been ordained on August 13, 2022, held the position of Vice Principal at St. Michael College, Ikhueniro, prior to his untimely death. A Reverend father from the Benin Archdiocese, who verified the incident, revealed that the priest was alone when he was attacked…
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As a prisoner who has stayed so long in prison, I won’t support an open breach of the constitution and a violation of fundamental human rights – Shehu Sani calls for the release of Nnamdi Kanu
Senator Shehu Sani, a former lawmaker, has expressed his concerns regarding the prolonged detention of Nnamdi Kanu, the leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), by the Department of State Services (DSS). During an appearance on a Channels Television program on Thursday, Senator Sani, drawing from his personal experience of being incarcerated for an extended period, stated that he cannot support the Federal Government’s decision to keep the separatist leader in custody, especially in defiance of a court order. He argued that in a law-abiding country, the court’s order for Kanu’s release should have been respected. “As a prisoner…
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We must have done some things that Nigerians don’t like, but we did our work well – Ahmed Lawan speaks on the 9th Assembly
Ahmad Lawan, the Senate President, has expressed his lack of concern regarding the characterization of the 9th National Assembly, under his leadership, as a rubber stamp assembly. During an interaction with the Senate Press Corps at the National Assembly in Abuja on Wednesday, June 7, Lawan acknowledged that despite reservations held by some Nigerians regarding the amicable relationship between the legislative and executive branches, former President Muhammadu Buhari assented to 112 bills passed by the 9th parliament. Furthermore, Lawan expressed his dismay at the high turnover of members in the National Assembly after each election cycle, emphasizing that this pattern…
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Muslim Comment: You’re an expired drug bad for the unity of this country – Charly Boy slams El-Rufai
Veteran singer, Charly Boy has strongly criticized Nasir El-Rufai, the former governor of Kaduna State, for his recent controversial remarks on religion. In a viral video, El-Rufai stated that he and some northern governors employed religion as a political tool to secure victory for Asiwaju Bola Tinubu in the upcoming 2023 presidential election. He justified this decision as a means to address the issues of tribalism and religious divisions in Nigerian politics. El-Rufai’s statement sparked widespread outrage across the country, with concerned Nigerians cautioning him against igniting tensions and labeling him as a religious extremist. Reacting to this, Charly Boy…
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Be careful what you drink out there, they will poison you for what you don’t have – Human RIghts Activist, Isreal Joe advises people
Comrade Israel Joe, a prominent human rights activist, has issued a cautionary message urging individuals to exercise caution while consuming drinks in the company of others. He emphasized that some individuals harbor malicious intentions and may attempt to poison someone’s drink. In a Facebook post on the evening of Wednesday, June 7, Joe shared his advice, urging people to remain vigilant. He cautioned that individuals with ulterior motives may seek to harm others even when there is no apparent reason, especially if they perceive their target as vulnerable. ”Be careful with your drink out there. They will poison you for…
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Our Young people have lost faith and choosing to seek their fortunes and their futures in other lands – Gbajabiamila
During a valedictory session held for the 9th National Assembly in Abuja, Femi Gbajabiamila emphasized the need for prompt action by lawmakers. He expressed concern that Nigerian youths have lost faith in the country and are seeking opportunities abroad to secure their futures. Gbajabiamila, who is set to assume the role of Chief of Staff to President Bola Tinubu next week, delivered his remarks on Wednesday, June 7. He stressed the urgency for both the executive and legislative branches of government to take swift action, warning that unless measures are taken, there will be an ongoing outflow of talented young…
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Social media cannot control the voice of prophecy because, in the end, it will happen the way God said it must happen – Fr. Mbaka
Rev. Fr. Ejike Mbaka, the spiritual director of the Adoration Ministry, Enugu, Nigeria, AMEN, has issued a warning to those who criticize him, particularly on social media, asserting that he will continue to express himself. He emphasized that the power of prophecy cannot be subdued by social media. Mbaka’s remarks were captured in a video shared on the ministry’s Facebook page. He said;”Please, if the gift you have is not genuine, ask God for the real one; stop fabricating things. When there is a lot of noise on social media, then somebody begins to speak because you think that if…
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Tinubu meets 36 states Governors in Aso Villa
President Bola Tinubu is hosting members of the Nigerian Governors Forum at the Presidential Villa. The gathering includes both newly elected and reelected governors from various states. The meeting began at noon, shortly after Tinubu administered the oath of office to Senator George Akume, who has assumed the position of Secretary to the Government of the Federation. The swearing-in ceremony took place briefly at the council chamber of the Presidential Villa on Wednesday, with government officials in attendance. Notable figures present during the ceremony were Vice President Kashim Shettima, Senate President Ahmed Lawan, Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq of Kwara State, Head…
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Nigeria Air: The Aircraft was chartered from Ethiopian Airlines, did not require a license – Nigeria Air MD breaks silence on controversial aircraft
Dayo Olumide, the acting Managing Director of Nigeria Air, has revealed that the aircraft that landed at the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport in Abuja on May 26, 2023, was chartered from Ethiopian Airlines. This is coming Shortly after members of the House of Representatives exposed the Nigeria Air project as fraudulent During his appearance before a Senate Committee on Aviation, Olumide clarified that the plane was leased from Ethiopian Airlines for the purpose of launching Nigeria’s official airline. He also disclosed that the process of obtaining an operating license for the airline is still in its early stages. “I am…
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God gave APC the opportunity to repent from the sins they committed against Nigerians – Wike
During a live media chat in Port Harcourt, the former governor of Rivers State, Nyesom Wike, dismissed speculations that he was seeking an appointment from President Bola Tinubu. As a member of the main opposition Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Wike shared his thoughts on the zoning policies of the current administration. Wike emphasized that he had not lobbied for any position and stated that the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) had been given an opportunity by God to repent from their past wrongdoings. He claimed that the APC had sinned against the Nigerian people during the previous administration and now…
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Tinubu should be opposed not supported – Director of the Abuja School of Social and Political Thoughts, Sam Amadi
Sam Amadi, the Director of the Abuja School of Social and Political Thoughts, has expressed the view that President Bola Tinubu should face opposition. Amadi pointed out that Tinubu spent 16 years in the opposition, and therefore, the opposition should be directed towards him now that he holds the presidency in Nigeria. Amadi’s statement follows the cancellation of the planned strike action by the NLC (Nigeria Labour Congress) against the removal of fuel subsidies. He called on the opposition to refrain from supporting Tinubu’s administration. Tweeting, Amadi wrote: “The work of the opposition party is not to support the government.…
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