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2027: Tinubu should have addressed rumors of ditching VP Shettima – Baba-Ahmed
Hakeem Baba-Ahmed, former Special Adviser on Political Matters to President Bola Tinubu, has criticized the president for not personally addressing persistent rumors about plans to drop Vice President Kashim Shettima ahead of the 2027 elections. Speculations have been circulating that Shettima may not return as Tinubu’s running mate. Although presidential spokesperson Bayo Onanuga dismissed the claims in June as a “non-issue,” stating Tinubu would decide only after securing the APC nomination, Baba-Ahmed believes the president’s direct clarification was necessary to end the controversy. Speaking on Politics Today on Channels TV, Baba-Ahmed argued that silence on such sensitive issues fuels unnecessary…
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Oil cabal fought back after subsidy removal but President Tinubu didn’t budge because he acted in the best interest of Nigerians – VP Shettima
Vice President Kashim Shettima has emphasized that President Tinubu’s various policy decisions are designed to serve the best interests of Nigerians. Speaking while hosting executives of the Nigerian Association of Chambers of Commerce, Industry, Mines, and Agriculture (NACCIMA) at the Presidential Villa in Abuja, Shettima noted that measures such as fuel subsidy removal, the unification of multiple exchange rates, and ongoing tax reforms are intended to benefit the nation. He recalled the challenges involved in eliminating the fuel subsidy, stressing that these decisions, though tough, are necessary for Nigeria’s long-term progress. ”While the fuel subsidy had been an albatross around…
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Igbo men not good politicians, are not used to treachery – Pete Edochie
Veteran Nollywood actor Pete Edochie has attributed the struggles of Igbo men in Nigerian politics to their intolerance for repeated betrayal. Speaking on Afia TV, Edochie noted that politics thrives on treachery, but the average Igbo man finds it difficult to forgive or maintain alliances after being betrayed once. “In politics, people are used to treachery. But the Igbo man is not constituted to condone treachery a second time,” he said. “The moment you exhibit treachery in your involvement with an Igbo man, they cut you off. That’s it,” he added.
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”Nowadays we are more focused on lining up for visas, crafting catchy tweets and chasing clouts online” – Tacha Slams Nigerian Youths Over Lack of National Involvement
Reality TV star Anita Natacha Akide, popularly known as Tacha, has criticized Nigerian youths for being disengaged from the country’s critical struggles. In a post on X, Tacha described the current generation as timid and unwilling to make sacrifices for national change, contrasting them with past generations who fought for power and risked their lives for their beliefs. She lamented that today’s youth prioritize leaving the country, creating online content, and seeking comfort rather than contributing to nation-building. Tacha clarified that her remarks were not aimed at individuals but at addressing a broader generational issue. “Listen, my generation of Nigerians…
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Wrestling legend Hulk Hogan dies at 71
Hulk Hogan, born Terry Gene Bollea, has died at age 71. The WWE Hall of Famer passed away early Thursday morning, July 24, at his Clearwater, Florida home after suffering a suspected cardiac arrest, according to TMZ. Paramedics and police responded to the emergency call, and Hogan was transported from his home on a stretcher. The official cause of death has not been disclosed WWE confirmed the news, calling Hogan “one of pop culture’s most recognizable figures” who played a major role in the company’s global success during the 1980s. Hogan rose to fame after defeating The Iron Sheik, sparking…
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Okpebholo: Threats don’t make any meaning to me, I will come to Edo again – Peter Obi
Former Labour Party presidential candidate Peter Obi has vowed to visit Edo State despite threats from Governor Monday Okpebholo. Speaking to journalists in Awka, Obi dismissed the governor’s warning that his safety could not be guaranteed, stating that he faces threats daily. The former Anambra governor, who was at Christ the King College (CKC), Onitsha, to make a donation, emphasized that he would not hesitate to go to Edo if required, particularly for charitable purposes. “Threats don’t make any meaning to me. I receive threats everyday. Do you know how many times I have been threatened all over Nigeria? I…
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‘RIP LEGEND’ – Davido pays tribute to late Son Ifeanyi Adeleke
Davido Remembers Late Son Ifeanyi in Heartfelt TributeAfrobeats superstar Davido (David Adeleke) has paid a poignant tribute to his late son, Ifeanyi, nearly three years after his tragic passing. In a heartfelt post on X (formerly Twitter), Davido simply wrote, “Ifeanyi David Adedeji Adeleke RIP LEGEND !!” Ifeanyi tragically died on October 31, 2022, following a drowning accident in the swimming pool at the family’s Banana Island residence in Lagos. At the time of the incident, neither Davido nor Ifeanyi’s mother, Chioma Rowland, were home. The Lagos State Police Command confirmed the death, with an autopsy revealing drowning as the…
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Peter Obi is welcome to retain the labour Party ticket without me- Datti ahmed
Datti Baba-Ahmed, the Labour Party’s vice-presidential candidate in the 2023 general elections, has stated that Peter Obi is welcome to contest for the party’s presidential ticket in the 2027 election, regardless of whether he serves as Obi’s running mate. Baba-Ahmed made this declaration on Wednesday during an appearance on Channels Television’s ‘The Morning Brief’ program. He expressed profound respect for Peter Obi, stating, “I welcome him openly. The Labour Party welcomes him to still come and retain the Labour Party ticket and contest in 2027 with or without me.” He further dismissed concerns that Peter Obi’s involvement in recent coalition…
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We decided that Divorce was not an option even before we got married- Omoni oboli shares secret to her 24yr marriage
Nollywood actress and filmmaker Omoni Oboli recently shared the secret to her enduring 24-year marriage to Nnamdi Oboli: a pre-marital decision to eliminate divorce as an option. In an interview with media personality Chude Jideonwo, Omoni explained, “Staying married for over two decades. “First things first, you have to decide. It’s a decision. From day one, we decided that divorce was not an option even before we got married.” She asserted that this unwavering commitment has been instrumental in navigating the inevitable challenges of married life, including a particularly turbulent first year. The mother of three further stressed the crucial…
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I was beaten severely at the quaranic school- Peller opens up on why he left islam to Christianity
Popular TikTok personality Peller has publicly disclosed his decision to convert from Islam to Christianity. The revelation came during a live session with fans when a viewer mistakenly referred to him as a Muslim, prompting Peller to clarify his current faith. “I’m not a Muslim. I go to church very well,” he stated. Peller attributed his spiritual shift to a deeply painful childhood experience. He recounted facing severe physical punishment during his time at a Quranic school, an ordeal that left a lasting emotional scar. This traumatic experience ultimately led him to discontinue his Islamic education. Peller believes this early,…
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‘I cannot walk out of my skin and be conferred with a smaller skin called ADC’ – Sule Lamido
Former Jigawa State Governor, Sule Lamido, has vehemently denied recent rumors of his defection to the African Democratic Congress (ADC). Speaking to journalists in Kano, Lamido dismissed the ADC as a “smaller skin” that does not align with the significant stature of his political legacy. He reaffirmed his unwavering commitment to the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), despite acknowledging its internal challenges. Lamido emphasized that the PDP has played a crucial role in shaping his political career, having afforded him key positions like Minister of Foreign Affairs and Governor of Jigawa State. He stated he could not simply “renounce his history,…
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You’ll be dead and buried if Tinubu gets a second tenure- Amaechi warns Nigerians
Former Minister of Transportation, Rotimi Amaechi, has issued a stark warning to Nigerians regarding the 2027 presidential election, asserting that a second term for President Bola Tinubu would lead to the nation’s demise. Amaechi, a former Rivers State governor, delivered this cautionary message while addressing members of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) coalition in Rivers State. He also expressed concern over the prevalent issue of election result manipulation within the state.He implored ADC members to actively resist and prevent those responsible for falsifying election outcomes. He stated: “We are new members of the ADC, it’s the adopted party of the…
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