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I can attest that long-term relationships can be successful – Nigerian lady says as she sets to wed Fiancé After 9 Years of Dating
A Nigerian woman, Silas Tamwasana, is set to marry her longtime partner, Francis Lureino, on November 30, 2025, after nine years of being together. In a heartfelt post shared online, Tamwasana reflected on their journey, saying that long-term relationships can indeed work, but only when there is clarity, patience, and commitment. She revealed that she met Francis in 2016, during a difficult period when she was grieving the loss of a close friend. Encouraged by another friend, she eventually gave love a chance, though it took her a full year to fully commit to the relationship. “I met Francis in…
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Governor Alex Otti Raises NYSC Allowance in Abia to ₦50,000 Monthly
Abia State Governor, Alex Otti, has approved a major increase in the monthly allowance for National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) members serving in the state, from ₦4,000 to as much as ₦50,000. According to a statement released on Friday by the Governor’s Chief Press Secretary, Njoku Ukoha, all corps members in Abia will now receive a base allowance of ₦20,000. Those serving in state government offices will earn an additional ₦10,000, while corps members in medical and teaching roles will receive an extra ₦30,000 monthly. The increment, which complements the Federal Government’s ₦77,000 monthly allowance, is part of Otti’s broader…
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FG Targets Guinness World Record with Longest Dining Table at Upcoming Gastronomy Festival
The Federal Government has announced plans to set a Guinness World Record for the world’s longest dining table as part of the Mega Renewed Hope NIHOTOUR Gastronomy Festival scheduled for December in Abuja. The initiative was unveiled during a joint press conference by the Minister of Art, Culture, Tourism and the Creative Economy, Hannatu Musa Musawa, and the Director-General of the National Institute for Hospitality and Tourism (NIHOTOUR), Dr. Abisoye Fagade. This year’s festival, themed “Oriki: Taste of Culture,” will spotlight Nigeria’s diverse culinary traditions while promoting opportunities within the hospitality and creative economy, key elements of President Bola Tinubu’s…
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Arrest Terror Sponsors, Heed Trump’s Warning – SAN, Kunle Edun tells FG
Senior Advocate of Nigeria Kunle Edun has urged the federal government to stop sheltering criminals and to begin arresting and prosecuting known sponsors of terrorism. Speaking in Warri, Edun warned that Nigeria must take the U.S. president’s caution seriously and intensify the fight against terrorism and banditry. “No serious government should act ok when its people are being killed like chickens,” he said, adding that recent changes at the military high command should signal the government’s renewed commitment. Edun called for stronger US–Nigeria cooperation but pressed home the immediate demand: “Can we start by arresting the known sponsors of terrorism…
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We will defeat terrorism –President Tinubu assures
President Bola Tinubu has pledged to dismantle criminal networks threatening Nigeria’s peace and to deepen collaboration with international partners in the fight against terrorism. Speaking before the Federal Executive Council (FEC) meeting on Thursday at the Aso Rock Villa, Tinubu assured Nigerians that his administration is engaging world leaders to restore security and stability across the country. “We are engaging the world diplomatically, and we assure all of you that we will defeat terrorism,” the President said. His remarks come in response to U.S. President Donald Trump’s recent designation of Nigeria as a “Country of Particular Concern,” which the Federal…
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“Keep your dirty underwear and smelly boxers inside your house. Stop spreading family matters on the internet” – Charlie boy blasts Ned Nwoko
Veteran entertainer Charlie Boy has broken his silence on the ongoing feud between actress Regina Daniels and her husband, Senator Ned Nwoko, calling the situation “sad, not entertaining.” In a video circulating online, the Area Fada said while Nigerians may be enjoying the online drama, marriage itself is no joke, even for one wife, let alone several. “Marriage is hard work. I’ve been married for 45 years to one woman, and e no easy,” he said. “So imagine having more than one wife, that’s double wahala on top wahala.” Speaking directly to Nwoko, Charlie Boy noted that while the senator…
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“Two Poor People Shouldn’t Marry in Nigeria” — Media Personality, Chioma Ahaghotu Warns Women
Media personality Chioma Ahaghotu has sparked debate online after stating that a poor Nigerian woman living in Nigeria has no business marrying a poor man. In a Facebook post on Wednesday, November 5, 2025, Ahaghotu described the poor man + poor woman marriage as “a tragedy written in sweat and unpaid bills,” saying such unions often lead to endless suffering for women and children. According to her, children in these homes grow up deprived of basic needs, while the woman bears the full weight of survival, hustling to support the family and still performing all domestic roles on an empty…
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“God May Use Trump to Reset the Minds of Nigerian Leaders” – Pastor Giwa
Senior Pastor of The Second Coming of Christ Ministry, Adewale Giwa, has said that God intends to use U.S. President Donald Trump to “reset the brains” of Nigeria’s political leaders. In a statement released on Wednesday, Pastor Giwa expressed support for Trump’s threat of possible military action in Nigeria, arguing that only those profiting from terrorism would oppose it. “Nigerians are happy to welcome the United States’ military intervention, given the persistent insecurity in the country,” he said. “Only those benefiting from terrorism and corruption would resist Trump’s decision to confront Islamic terrorists in Nigeria.” The cleric lamented the country’s…
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Partner Nigeria to fight terrorism instead of relying on inaccurate narratives – Keyamo tells Trump
Nigeria’s Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, has urged U.S. President Donald Trump to collaborate with Nigeria in combating terrorism rather than relying on what he called “inaccurate external narratives.” In an open letter shared on X (formerly Twitter), Keyamo dismissed Trump’s recent claims of mass killings of Christians in Nigeria, calling them unfounded and misleading. “As someone born and raised a Christian, it would have been unconscionable for me to serve in any government that targets Christians,” he wrote. “It is simply not true that Christians are being specifically targeted in Nigeria for persecution or killings on…
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I will raise my children with or without you – Regina Daniels tells Ned Nwoko
Nollywood actress Regina Daniels has opened up about the chaos in her family and her strained relationship with her estranged husband, Senator Ned Nwoko, vowing to raise their children with or without his support. In an emotional video shared on social media, Daniels revealed that her family has been in turmoil over her marriage and the public backlash surrounding it. “My family is actually in chaos… but we’ll definitely come out of it,” she said, adding that her mother and siblings have been fighting to defend her. Breaking down at some point, the actress pleaded with the public to stop…
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We are a beacon of peace in Africa, not state of religious persecution – FG
The Nigerian government has dismissed allegations of religious persecution, insisting that the country remains a beacon of peace and stability in Africa. Speaking at a diplomatic briefing in Abuja, the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Dunoma Ahmed, clarified that Nigeria’s laws are religion-neutral and that there is no offence of blasphemy in its national legal framework. He explained that Sharia laws in some northern states apply only to Muslims and function under the supervision of the secular judiciary. Ahmed emphasized that both Christian and Muslim institutions operate freely, contributing to peaceful coexistence. “Nigeria is a vibrant democracy…
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“Politics Is My Religion; I will Never Quit” – Former Kano state Governor, Shekarau
Former Kano State Governor, Ibrahim Shekarau, has declared that politics is his “religion” and that he will remain active in it for life. Speaking during a press briefing to mark his 70th birthday, Shekarau said despite the highs and lows of his political journey, he has no regrets. “You may recall that I have been saying politics is part of my religion, and with this belief, I see no day I will get out of the political circle,” he stated. The former senator also voiced concern over Nigeria’s worsening security situation, describing it as “unacceptable that people are slaughtered like…
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