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Buhari’s people are not making things easier for his successor and Nigerians – Shehu Sani
Senator Shehu Sani expressed his concerns about President Buhari’s administration, stating that they are creating challenges for both the future leader and the Nigerian people. In a recent tweet, Sani highlighted the hasty concession of public assets by the outgoing government. He also criticized the lack of transparency surrounding the terms of these agreements. Additionally, Sani pointed out the absence of the National Assembly’s involvement in this matter. He further warned that, in the future, these so-called investors may take legal action against Nigeria in London courts, potentially resulting in billion-dollar judgments. Sani concluded by suggesting that President Buhari’s administration…
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All of us should not be in one political party, we should stop playing bad politics – Ngige tells Igbos
Senator Chris Ngige, the Minister for Labour and Employment, has urged the Igbo community in Nigeria to avoid engaging in divisive politics by aligning solely with one political party in every political era. ”All of us should not be in one political party, some would be here and some would be there and if some people are not in the same party with you, don’t call them saboteurs, he said Speaking on Tuesday, May 23, at the inauguration of the Second Niger Bridge and other infrastructure projects initiated by President Muhammadu Buhari’s administration, Ngige stated that these developments vindicated those…
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Buhari names Federal Secretariat after Goodluck Jonathan
President Muhammadu Buhari has paid tribute to his predecessor, Goodluck Jonathan, by dedicating a federal government building in his honor. On Tuesday, he inaugurated three bridges, three secretariats, and one road project completed during his administration. The construction of federal secretariats in Anambra, Bayelsa, and Zamfara states was undertaken to reduce expenditure on office rent for government agencies. Buhari emphasized that consolidating federal civil servants in a single location would enhance service delivery and help curtail the cost of governance. The newly unveiled structures include the Dr. Goodluck Ebele Jonathan Federal Secretariat in Yenagoa, the Ebele Okeke Federal Secretariat in…
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UK bans foreign students’ family members, work during studies
The United Kingdom has unveiled new measures aimed at reducing net migration, particularly through student visa routes. Under the policy, students from Nigeria and other countries will face restrictions on bringing family members with them, except for those pursuing postgraduate research routes. The government has also implemented a ban on using student visas as a means to gain employment in the UK. The high net migration, which exceeded 500,000 from June 2021 to June 2022, prompted this decision. However, the UK reiterated its commitment to the International Education Strategy, recognizing the economic benefits that students contribute to the country. The…
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Second Niger Bridge named after President Muhammadu Buhari
Second Niger Bridge has been named after President Muhammadu Buhari Presidential aides, Bashir Ahmad as well as Tolu Ogunlesi. announced this on Twitter on Tuesday, May 23.
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Someone really needs to break my heart again, so I can go on a diet – BBNaija Doyin
Reality TV star, Doyin, has expressed her desire to experience another romantic heartbreak. In a post shared on her Twitter account, she mentioned that she is eating excessively and feels the need for someone to break her heart in order to motivate her to go on a diet again. The Big Brother Naija Star tweeted; “Someone really needs to break my heart again…so I can go on a diet. I’m really starting to eat too much.”
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I am pleased to entrust our economy to highly competent hands, I have full faith in Tinubu – Buhari
During a function in Lagos state on Monday, May 22, President Buhari expressed his satisfaction in knowing that he will be leaving Nigeria under the capable leadership of his successor, President-elect Bola Tinubu. Buhari affirmed his confidence in Tinubu’s ability to enhance Nigeria’s public-private partnership policies and accelerate the nation’s economic growth and development. “I am pleased to entrust our economy to highly competent hands. I have full faith that His Excellency Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu will uphold the progress we have made in our economic and business environment, he said
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“I can swear I never stole a kobo from the government coffers” – El-Rufai
El-Rufai has expressed his willingness to take an oath to affirm his innocence, stating, “I can swear I never stole a kobo from the government coffers.” He refuted claims that his administration took loans for personal gain, highlighting that the funds obtained were utilized for developmental purposes within the state. The governor further emphasized his modest lifestyle, revealing that he became governor with just one house on Danja Road at Ungwan Sarki. He affirmed that this remains his only property and clarified that he did not construct lavish mansions or engage in extravagant purchases. El-Rufai challenged his predecessors to come…
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Senate Presidency: I am an uncommon transformer, I will not like to be judged by ministerial appointment for Niger Delta – Akpabio
Senator Godswill Akpabio, in his bid for the senate presidency, has requested that Nigerians refrain from judging him solely based on his tenure as Minister of Niger Delta Affairs. Instead, he prefers to be evaluated based on his extensive experience as a lawyer for 36 years, a commissioner for six years, and a governor for eight years. Speaking to journalists recently, the former Governor of Akwa Ibom state emphasized that he has remained unchanged and has consistently been an agent of transformation wherever he has served. He expressed his reluctance to be judged solely on his ministerial appointment for the…
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Senate Presidency: Akpabio will not win – Daniel Bwala
Daniel Bwala, an aide of Atiku Abubakar has expressed his belief that Godswill Akpabio would not be elected as Senate President. Akpabio, a former Governor of Akwa Ibom State, had been considered as a potential candidate for the position of Senate President by his party, the All Progressives Congress (APC). However, he is currently facing opposition from other senators such as Ali Ndume, Orji Uzor Kalu, Jibrin Barau, and more. Reacting to this in a tweet via his Twitter handle, Bwala stated that he perceives a significant and formidable opposition against Akpabio’s aspiration. “Godswill Akpabio would not be elected as…
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EFCC will not bandy words with a suspect – Bawa reacts to Matawalle bribe claims.
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has asserted that it will not engage in a war of words with a suspect. This statement was made in response to the allegation made by Governor Bello Matawalle of Zamfara state, accusing EFCC boss Abdulrasheed Bawa of demanding a $2 million bribe from him. During an interview with BBC Hausa on Friday, May 19, Matawalle claimed that Bawa had previously requested the money as a bribe. The governor has been embroiled in a dispute with the EFCC boss following the commission’s investigation into alleged corrupt practices involving him. In a statement shared…
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EFCC boss requested a bribe of $2 million from me and I have evidence of this – Matawalle claims
Governor Bello Matawalle of Zamfara State has accused Abdulrasheed Bawa, the chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), of demanding a $2 million bribe from him. The governor made this allegation in the midst of an escalating dispute between him and the anti-graft agency. Governor Matawalle on Wednesday, May 17 called for Bawa’s resignation and accused him of using his position for corrupt activities. Reacting to this, the EFCC chairman, in an interview with BBC Hausa, denied the allegations and urged Governor Matawalle to report any evidence he has to the appropriate authorities. During another interview with BBC…
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