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This one choke me oo – Joe Igbokwe questions the demolition of some plazas at Lagos Trade Fair
Joe Igbokwe, a chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Lagos State, has expressed concern over the demolition of several buildings in the Trade Fair area. According to reports, operatives of the state taskforce, accompanied by security agents, pulled down 19 structures described as “illegal developments” erected without statutory approval, as well as defective buildings and those built on road setbacks and drainage channels. Reacting on his Facebook page, Igbokwe said he was shocked by the exercise and questioned the rationale behind it. He also revealed that he, former Anambra governor Peter Obi, and the late Senator Ifeanyi Ubah…
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”There has been no such directive” – FCT Police Debunks Claim of Officers Ordered to Remove Pockets from Uniforms
The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command has denied reports alleging that its officers were instructed to strip pockets from their uniforms. In a statement issued on Tuesday, September 23, the command’s spokesperson, SP Josephine Adeh, dismissed the claim as “entirely baseless” and urged the public to disregard it. She further advised residents to rely only on official police communication channels for accurate information and cautioned social media users against spreading misinformation that could mislead the public and distract security agencies from their duties. “There has been no such directive from the Office of the Inspector General of Police. The…
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”Contributing to building a house with a man won’t stop him from taking another wife, cheating, or even walking away if the marriage falls apart” – Nigerian Lawyer tells women
A Nigerian lawyer has advised married women to prioritize buying properties in their own names, regardless of their marital status. Sharing her thoughts on X (formerly Twitter), user @dammyesquire argued that contributing to building a house with a husband does not guarantee loyalty, prevent infidelity, or safeguard against a broken marriage. While stressing the importance of positivity and commitment in marriage, she maintained that women must also make logical decisions to protect themselves in case things take an unexpected turn. She wrote ‘’Dear Wife, Secure your future, buy property in your own name! The marriage you have today may not…
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Naira will appreciate to N1300 per dollar, price of food will reduce – BUA Chairman, Samad Rabiu
BUA Group Chairman, Alhaji Abdul Samad Rabiu, says the naira could stabilize between ₦1,300 and ₦1,400 per dollar by December 2025. Speaking with journalists after a meeting with President Bola Tinubu at the Presidential Villa, Rabiu credited ongoing reforms for easing pressure on the foreign exchange market, noting that businesses no longer depend on the Central Bank for FX access. He also highlighted a slowdown in inflation, pointing out that food and commodity prices have moderated this year compared to 2024. Data from the National Bureau of Statistics showed headline inflation at 21.12% and food inflation at 21.87% in August…
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Presidency hiring mercenaries to impersonate me – Atiku
Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has accused the Presidency of orchestrating a smear campaign against him by “hiring faceless mercenaries to fabricate fake stories.” In a statement released by his media aide, Paul Ibe, Atiku disowned one Kola Johnson, who has been circulating statements purportedly on his behalf. According to Ibe, the former presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has never engaged Johnson in any capacity—whether as a media consultant, aide, or associate. Atiku’s camp insists that the fabricated statements are part of a broader attempt to tarnish his image and mislead the public. The statement reads, “We…
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Rivers: ”We are not bothered” – PDP reacts on Fubara’s possible defection to APC
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Rivers State says it is unbothered by speculation that Governor Siminalayi Fubara may defect to the All Progressives Congress (APC). Speaking on the matter, the State Chairman, Robinson Ewor, described any political decision by the governor as a “personal choice.” He stressed that Fubara, like every citizen, has the right to pursue any political interest he deems fit, provided it aligns with the overall interest of Rivers people who elected him. Speculation about Fubara’s defection gained traction after he was spotted on Monday alongside Imo State Governor, Hope Uzodimma, the APC Governors’ Forum Chairman,…
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“Only the best for my lady” – Davido says as he surprises his wife, Chioma, with a brand-new 2025 Mercedes-Benz G580
Nigerian Afrobeats star Davido has surprised his wife, Chioma Adeleke, with a brand new 2025 Mercedes-Benz G580. The moment was shared via a video on his Instagram Story, where he presents the luxury ride to her, saying, “Only the best for my lady.” The gift is part of a string of showy gestures from the couple, coming not long after their lavish white wedding in Miami in August 2025. The SUV, depending on specifications, is reportedly valued at over $150,000 (around ₦240 million), underlining the level of the upgrade.
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I have been celibate for the past three years – Tiwa Savage
Nigerian Afrobeats star, Tiwa Savage, has revealed that she has been celibate for the past three years. Speaking in a recent interview with The Breakfast Club, Savage explained that her celibacy stems from being single since the end of her last relationship. She noted that she only desires intimacy when she is in love. The singer also revisited her past experience in a toxic relationship with a Nigerian public figure, describing it as “disrespectful.” According to her, her former partner exploited the secrecy of their affair to repeatedly cheat on her. Savage said she endured the infidelity for a long…
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”I accept my fate and the will of Allah, I’m ready to embrace my co-wives as destiny demands” – Nigerian woman says after lamenting her husband had married another wife without her knowledge
Adesola Faridah, a Nigerian woman who recently went public on Facebook after discovering that her husband had secretly married another wife, says she has now accepted the situation. Her husband had reportedly married a businesswoman popularly known as Eniola Sisialagbo without informing her. Faridah revealed she only learned of the union online, adding that both her husband and the new bride blocked her on Facebook to prevent her from seeing their wedding photos. She said it was friends who eventually alerted her. However, in a fresh Facebook post on Tuesday, September 23, Faridah said she had resolved to accept the…
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Rivers: Fubara now has a new Master – Aisha Yesufu
Human Rights activist, Aisha Yesufu has weighed in on the recently resolved political crisis in Rivers State, claiming that President Bola Tinubu has now become the “master” of Governor Siminalayi Fubara. The crisis, which began with a face-off between Fubara and the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, saw the president suspend the governor six months ago. During the period, Tinubu imposed a state of emergency in Rivers and appointed a sole administrator. Last week, the president lifted the emergency rule and reinstated Fubara, after both he and Wike announced they had settled their differences, restoring peace in…
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The Senate has allowed itself to be used – Aisha Yesufu on reopening of Natasha Akpoti’s NASS office
Activist and co-convener of the defunct Bring Back Our Girls (BBOG) movement, Aisha Yesufu, has accused the Senate of being used as a tool, while expressing hope that the legislative body regains its independence. Her comment comes after the unsealing of the office of Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, who represents Kogi Central. Natasha’s office, Room 205 in the Senate Wing, was reopened by the Sergeant-at-Arms of the National Assembly alongside security operatives, signaling that she may soon return to official duties as lawmakers prepare to resume plenary on October 7, 2025. Akpoti-Uduaghan was suspended following her allegations of sexual harassment against…
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Build 600 capacity hostels for Abuja Law School – Tinubu orders Wike
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has instructed the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, to begin immediate construction of two 300-capacity hostels for the Nigerian Law School in Abuja. He also directed the building of a road linking the Body of Benchers Secretariat in Jabi District to Nile University. According to a statement by Wike’s Senior Special Assistant on Public Communications and Social Media, Lere Olayinka, the projects will be carried out under emergency consideration. According to the statement: “One female hostel with capacity for 300 occupants and another 300-capacity male hostel will be constructed in the Nigerian…
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