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National Security Crisis: Yoruba Union Urges President Tinubu to Shelve Holiday Plans Amid Rising Abductions
The Yoruba Union, Ìgbìnmó Májékóbájé Ilé-Yorùbá, has issued a stern condemnation of President Bola Tinubu’s reported decision to observe the Christmas and New Year holidays with his family. The group argues that such a move is inappropriate while numerous Nigerians, including abducted ECWA Church worshippers from Ayetoro Kiri in Kogi State, remain in the custody of bandits. The union described the situation as morally disturbing, stating, “The President appears comfortable taking a holiday with his family while hundreds of innocent citizens are being held in the dens of bandits and terrorists across the country.” The group highlighted a perceived detachment…
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Nigerian Petroleum Company NNPCL Slashes Fuel Pump Price To ₦835/Litre
The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) has officially reduced the pump price of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) to approximately ₦835 per litre in major urban centers. This adjustment marks a notable decrease from the previous rate of ₦915 per litre, with specific retail outlets in Lagos now selling fuel between ₦838 and ₦840 per litre. In Abuja, the price has stabilized at ₦835 per litre, providing immediate financial relief to motorists and transport operators as the festive season approaches. This price reduction is a strategic reaction to the aggressive market entry of the Dangote Petroleum Refinery and other private…
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Tinubu arrives Maiduguri to inaugurate projects, attend Modu Sheriff son’s wedding
President Bola Tinubu touched down in Maiduguri this Saturday afternoon, marking a busy visit centered on infrastructure development and regional diplomacy. Upon his arrival at General Muhammadu Buhari International Airport, the President was greeted by a high-profile delegation of governors, including Babagana Zulum of Borno and representatives from Katsina, Adamawa, and Delta states. His first order of business was the official inauguration of the airport’s new extension and VIP wing, a move designed to modernize air travel and boost transport efficiency in the Northeast. Beyond the airport gates, the President’s itinerary includes the commissioning of several landmark projects spearheaded by…
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Rapper Drake loses $200,000 bet on Jake Paul to beat Anthony Joshua
The infamous “Drake Curse” has struck again, and this time it cost the Canadian rapper a cool $200,000. Aubrey Drake Graham took to Instagram on Friday night to flaunt a massive wager on YouTuber-turned-boxer Jake Paul, confidently captioning the bet with a call for Paul to “lock in” against heavyweight titan Anthony Joshua. While the “God’s Plan” artist stood to pocket a staggering $1.64 million if the upset occurred, his high-stakes gamble quickly turned into a public financial blow during the Miami showdown. The fight itself didn’t go according to Drake’s script, as Anthony Joshua dominated the ring and ultimately…
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“It was for peace not politics” – Gov. Alex Otti speaks on why he visited Nnamdi Kanu in prison
Abia State Governor, Alex Otti, has explained that his visit to the detained leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), Nnamdi Kanu, was motivated by a desire for dialogue and peace, not political ambition. Otti spoke on Friday at the Government House in Umuahia while receiving the leadership of the Abia Diaspora Commission and members of the state’s Global Medical Mission 2025. His comments followed criticism in a viral video questioning the motive behind his visit to Kanu. The governor said differing opinions are part of a democratic system and do not automatically invalidate one’s actions. He stressed that…
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Insecurity: I’ll not show mercy – Tinubu warns terrorists, bandits, kidnappers
President Bola Tinubu has declared that his administration will show no mercy to those involved in terrorism, banditry and kidnapping across Nigeria. The President made the statement on Friday while presenting the 2026 Appropriation Bill to a joint session of the National Assembly. He proposed a total budget of ₦58.46 trillion, with ₦15.25 trillion allocated to non-debt recurrent expenditure. Tinubu also revealed that the government will adopt a new strategy in confronting terrorism, signalling a tougher and more decisive approach to addressing insecurity in the country. He said: “We will show no mercy to all those who commit acts of…
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God will punish politicians who use power for personal gain – Obaseki
Former Edo State Governor, Godwin Obaseki, has warned that politicians who use power for personal gain will face divine punishment, describing political authority as a trust given by God to serve the people. Speaking at an event, Obaseki said politics should be about improving citizens’ lives, not enriching oneself or close associates. According to him, leaders who misuse power fail both God and the electorate. “If you are in politics to get power, and you get the power and it’s only for you and your friends, then God will punish you,” he said, adding that power must be used to…
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‘Tinubu personally invited me to join APC’ – Plateau Gov, Mutfwang
Plateau State Governor, Barr. Caleb Mutfwang, has officially confirmed his defection from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the All Progressives Congress (APC), revealing that the move followed a personal invitation from President Bola Tinubu. Addressing stakeholders in Jos, Mutfwang explained that while he had previously declined several invitations to defect, he ultimately decided to cross over in the best interest of the state. He noted, “I pay my respects to President Tinubu for honouring our earlier decisions not to move to the APC and still maintaining a cordial relationship with us despite that.” The Governor clarified that his departure…
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Tinubu Replaces Regulatory Chiefs Amid Dangote Dispute and Calls for Probe
In a dramatic shake-up of Nigeria’s energy sector, President Bola Tinubu has announced the sudden “resignations” of Farouk Ahmed, CEO of the NMDPRA, and Gbenga Komolafe, CEO of the NUPRC. Both officials, appointed in 2021 under the Petroleum Industry Act, were not due to finish their terms until next year. To fill the vacuum, the Presidency has nominated industry veterans Saidu Aliyu Mohammed and Oritsemeyiwa Eyesan to take over the downstream and upstream regulatory bodies, respectively. The exit of Farouk Ahmed is particularly charged, coming immediately after a closed-door meeting at the State House following a fierce public feud with…
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X user narrates how woman slept with her ex before wedding, confessed after marriage, DNA test later revealed the child wasn’t her husband’s or ex’s
A dramatic story involving infidelity, forgiveness, and a stunning DNA revelation has recently set the internet ablaze, sparking intense debate across social media. The narrative follows a woman who reportedly slept with her ex-boyfriend just weeks before her wedding. After the ceremony, she was reportedly consumed by guilt and chose to confess the encounter to her new husband. In a move that surprised many, the husband offered her total forgiveness, and the couple decided to put the incident behind them to focus on their new life together. The peace was short-lived, however, as the situation took a volatile turn following…
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I joined APC to thank Tinubu – Fubara
The political landscape of Rivers State has shifted dramatically following Governor Siminalayi Fubara’s formal move to the All Progressives Congress (APC). Speaking to journalists on Thursday, December 18, at the party’s national headquarters in Abuja, the governor framed his defection as an act of sincere appreciation toward President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. He clarified that the decision was not forced by external political weight but was instead a personal choice rooted in gratitude for the President’s intervention during the state’s recent period of intense instability. Fubara noted that aligning with the APC was a natural progression, stating, “My joining the All…
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Carter Efe becomes Africa’s most-followed Twitch streamer after Davido appearance
Nigerian content creator and musician Carter Efe, born Oderhohwo Efe, has officially skyrocketed to the top of the digital ranks, emerging as Africa’s most-followed streamer on Twitch. This historic milestone comes on the heels of a blockbuster livestream featuring Afrobeats heavyweight Davido, which acted as a massive catalyst for growth. By surpassing fellow Nigerian creator Shank Comics, who previously held the continental record with 233,000 followers, Efe has solidified his position as a powerhouse in the streaming world, currently boasting an impressive following of over 405,000. The statistics behind this rise are nothing short of staggering, with Efe gaining roughly…
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