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Nigerians will enjoy uninterrupted power supply before Tinubu leaves office – Minister of Power, Adebayo Adelabu assures Nigerians
The Minister of Power, Adebayo Adelabu, has assured Nigerians that they will experience full and uninterrupted electricity supply before President Bola Ahmed Tinubu completes his tenure in 2031. He gave this assurance on Saturday, August 2, during the commissioning of the Kwaru 1X15 MVA 33/11KV Injection Substation in the Ikotun-Egbe area of Lagos. “The present administration in Nigeria, led by His Excellency, Bola Ahmed Tinubu, with the Renewed Hope Agenda, recognizes that energy is not merely a commodity; it is the backbone of economic growth and job creation. Nigerians can be assured of the President’s determination to ensure that citizens…
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If virginity was not important, why did God choose Mary? – Reno Omokri says the society must reward virginity rather than promiscuity
Reno Omokri has sparked debate by stating that paying a bride price for a woman who is not a virgin amounts to punishing the groom. In a social media post, Omokri argued that a man should not be required to pay a bride price for a woman whose virginity was taken by someone else. His post reads: ”It amounts to punishment if a woman allows a man who is not her husband to sleep with her and take her virginity for free, only for her parents to demand a bride price from the man who wants to marry her. Think…
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A great percentage of these Nigerian Americans making us proud abroad are Igbos – Hadiza, wife of former gov, Nasir El-Rufai, says
Hadiza El-Rufai, wife of former Kaduna State governor Nasir El-Rufai, stirred online debate with a post on X praising the Igbo community, stating: ’A great percentage of these Nigerian Americans making us proud abroad are Igbos. There’s always two sides to every story. #SayNoToBigotry” The comment sparked mixed reactions, with some accusing her and her family of trying to win Igbo favor ahead of the 2027 elections, citing their opposition to the Tinubu administration. Responding to the backlash, Hadiza defended her stance, asserting her right to free speech and urging Nigerians to stop politicizing everything.
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”My son in whom I am well pleased” – Gospel Artist, Tim Godfrey buys a car for his son on his 17th Birthday
Gospel artist Tim Godfrey surprised his son Bryan with a car for his 17th birthday, celebrating the occasion with a heartfelt message on Instagram. Tim praised Bryan for his humility, respectfulness, and good behavior, noting that his son rarely makes personal requests. As a gesture of appreciation, the proud father decided to gift him the car to make his birthday truly special. “My Son in whom I’m well pleased! Bryan has been a very good boy! Humble!! Respectful!! Bryan never makes request, so I took it upon myself to surprise him for his 17th,” he wrote.
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You can change to ‘Kimberly’ or Kim Kardashian- Senator Shehu Sani tells Kemi Badenoch after she said’’ I don’t see myself as Nigerian by identity’’
Senator Shehu Sani has reacted to UK Conservative Party leader Kemi Badenoch’s statement that she no longer identifies as Nigerian, suggesting she change her name to “Kimberly” or “Kim Kardashian.” Badenoch, speaking on the Rosebud podcast, said that while her ancestry is Nigerian, she does not personally identify as one and has not renewed her Nigerian passport in over 20 years. Born in Wimbledon in 1980, she spent part of her childhood in Nigeria and the U.S. before returning to the UK at 16. She emphasized that her sense of belonging is now rooted in her immediate family and the…
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I don’t identify with Nigeria anymore – Kemi Badenoch
UK Conservative Party leader Kemi Badenoch has stated that she no longer identifies with Nigeria. Speaking on the Rosebud podcast on Friday, Badenoch revealed that she has not renewed her Nigerian passport since the early 2000s. While she maintains an interest in Nigeria’s affairs, she said she now considers the UK her true home, where she lives with her family and political colleagues. The 45-year-old politician, born in Wimbledon, South West London, explained that her parents brought her back to the UK after a period in Nigeria because they felt there was no future for her there. “I have not…
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To use revenue as evidence of progress is not to understand economics, it’s crippling the economy – Pat Utomi slams FG
Professor of Political Economy, Pat Utomi, has criticized the federal government’s economic strategy, warning that its revenue-driven approach is crippling Nigeria’s productive capacity. Speaking on Channels Television’s Politics Today, Utomi argued that government resources are being misallocated to non-productive sectors, particularly the political class, instead of critical growth areas like agriculture and manufacturing. He noted that excessive charges at the ports, driven by the government’s “desperation for revenue,” are forcing businesses, including pharmaceutical importers, out of the market. According to him, containers are being cleared at about ₦18 million, making it impossible for traders to restock essential drugs like anti-malarials.…
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I am not a Jew. I am Igbo. We didn’t migrate from Israel or anywhere else- lawyer, Joe Abah tells Igbo people
Lawyer and former Director-General of the Bureau of Public Sector Reform, Dr. Joe Abah, has dismissed claims that the Igbo people are Jews who migrated from Israel to settle in southeastern Nigeria. In a post on his X handle, Abah stated that he is not a Jew and affirmed that God created his parents in Ebonyi State, their place of origin.
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Use your influence to promote unity and not division – President Tinubu tells Content creators
President Bola Tinubu has urged young Nigerians in the digital media space to use their platforms to foster national unity and development. Speaking at the Progressives Digital Media Summit themed “Unveiling the Critical Role of New Media in National Development,” Tinubu stressed the need to verify information before sharing and encouraged youth to create businesses and content that promote unity. He highlighted digital media as a key driver of economic and social transformation and reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to supporting innovation through initiatives like the National Digital Innovation Fund. The President also warned against the dangers of disinformation and cyber…
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What’s going on with ginger in Nigeria? Something seems off – Gbadebo Rhodes-Vivour’s wife, Ify Aniebo writes
Dr. Ify Aniebo, a renowned academic and wife of Labour Party’s 2023 Lagos governorship candidate Gbadebo Rhodes-Vivour, has expressed concern over the quality of ginger available in Nigerian markets. In a post on X, she noted that the ginger being sold now seems different, lacking the usual spice and strong aroma Nigerians are accustomed to. Her observation sparked widespread agreement from many social media users who shared similar concerns.
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I haven’t given one naira to any bandit, but I have provided shelter and support to victims – Kaduna Governor, Uba Sani
Governor Uba Sani of Kaduna State has asserted that no one can claim to fight for justice or defend the poor while funding or negotiating with bandits. Speaking on Arise TV’s Prime Time, Sani emphasized that his administration prioritizes supporting victims of violence rather than rewarding perpetrators. He noted that insecurity in the North-West is driven mainly by economic hardship, unlike the ideological motivations behind Boko Haram’s insurgency in the North-East. Dismissing allegations that he intended to pay off bandits, the governor described such claims as baseless and against his principles. “When dealing with security, we must first analyse the…
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NFF needs to make itself a competitive choice, not just the alternative – Ex Chelsea star Aluko explains why she ditched Super Falcons
Former Chelsea and England forward Eni Aluko has urged the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) to enhance the structure, competitiveness, and overall appeal of Nigerian football to attract more dual-nationality players. Aluko stressed that Nigeria should be a first-choice destination rather than a backup option for such players. She noted the growing presence of foreign-raised talents in Nigeria’s squads, including Ashleigh Plumptre, Jennifer Echegini, Michelle Alozie, and Toni Payne for the Super Falcons, as well as Ademola Lookman, Calvin Bassey, Ola Aina, and Joe Aribo for the Super Eagles. In a recent interview with Spotify, Aluko explained: “England is England. Most…
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