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What is left for a common man? – Actor Walter Anga asks as he reacts to rising cost of living
Actor Walter Anga is worried about the rising cost of living in the country and has taken to his social media to express his displeasure. Pointing out that the price of sachet water has risen to N20, Walter wondered what is left the common man in the country to consume. His post reads ”A sachet of pure water is now #20…What is left for a common man? When he can’t afford to buy 2k units for electricity in a month talkless of him paying his house rent @150k annually and minimum wage is #30k. Time dey come when the poor will feed from the…
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Transgender woman, ‘Iconic Facce’ is jailed for 15 years for robbing a bank of $4,800 to pay for cosmetic surgery
A transgender woman has been sentenced to 15 years in prison for robbing a Mississippi bank to pay for her plastic surgery in Mexico. The woman, who calls herself Iconic Facce, robbed BancorpSouth in Gulfport on February 22, 2019, after approaching a teller before telling her you have ‘one minute’ to hand over cash ‘or die’. According to reports, she made away with $4,800 and used the money to fly to Mexico where she used it to fluff up her cheeks, perfect her pout and thin out her nose. When she returned to the U.S. on March 30, she tried to…
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We must make Nigeria the envy of other Countries – Uzodinma
Imo State Governor, Hope Uzodinma has said that Nigeria must be made an envy of other countries. This was contained in a statement to mark the Eid al-Fitr celebration on Thursday. He said that though the COVID-19 pandemic and insecurity may have affected the Muslim festival, Nigerians have been given an opportunity to reflect on “the awesomeness of God.” He further stated that the challenges affecting the country are a test of patience and self-sacrifice. “The COVID-19 pandemic which continues to ravage parts of the globe, including Nigeria, as well as the threat of insecurity in different parts of the…
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Buhari can’t ignore call for dialogue, restructuring, Northern Governors support us – Akeredolu
Governor of Ondo State, Rotimi Akeredolu has expressed confidence that President Muhammadu Buhari will consider demands by the nation on the issue of restructuring especially the demand for a national dialogue and the establishment of state police. He made this comment during an interview on Arise News on Wednesday night. Akeredolu stated that it is highly unlikely that the presidency will ignore the southern governors. He said: “Getting a presidential buy-in might be some cause for concern, but 17 governors from the south… I believe that whatever we have said should be given some weight, it must be something that…
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200 level student of Ondo University commits suicide
A 200-level female student in the Department of Political Science at the Adekunle Ajasin University, Akungba, Feranmi Fasunle Omowumi, has reportedly committed suicide. According to the Nation, Fasunle drank poisonous substances believed to be sniper and died this morning after being taken to several hospitals. She however did not leave any suicide note to indicate the reason for her actions. Some students attributed her actions to heartbreak but a friend who refused to say her name said the late Fasunle was not into any relationship. Confirming the incident, the spokesman of the institution, Victor Akinpelumi, said the management sympathizes with…
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Insecurity: We are working very hard, I hope Nigerians will understand – Buhari
President Muhammadu Buhari has expressed that his administration is working hard to tackle insecurity confronting the nation and he hopes Nigerians understand. He made this known while speaking to journalists at the State House shortly after observing the Eid prayer, marking the end of the Ramadan fast on Thursday. President Buhari stated that the menace of bandits and kidnappers will be addressed to ensure that the nation’s food security is not threatened. “With the resources and manpower available to us, we are working very hard. We are hoping Nigerians will understand the problem. Nigerians know at what stage we came…
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No plan B, prepare for looming fight – Fani-Kayode charges Nigerians
Former Aviation Minister, Femi Fani-Kayode, has urged Nigerians to be prepared for the looming battle ahead. He shared this in an article titled ‘No retreat, no surrender, no Plan B’. Fani-Kayode urged Nigerians to learn from Horatius, whom he described as the greatest of all Romans and be inspired and guided by his courage. “We must be proud of who and what we are and we must be ready to stand for something, even at the cost of our lives”, he wrote. He said some prominent citizens concerned about Nigeria have counselled the people to have a plan B. FFK…
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President Buhari, his wife and children observe Eid El Filtri in Asorock (Photos)
President Buhari, his wife, Aisha and children, were joined by others at the state house to celebrate Eid El Filtri, marking the end of the Ramadan fast.
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Miyetti Allah calls for removal of Sarkin Fulani in Oyo
Miyetti Allah in Oyo State has urged the state government and the Alaafin of Oyo, Oba Lamidi Adeyemi, to dethrone the Seriki Fulani of Oyo State, Chief Saliu Kadiri following allegations against him. The group stated this on Wednesday while briefing newsmen at the end of a meeting organised to discuss issues affecting the Fulani community in Oyo State. The group stated that the allegation against the Seriki is affecting the image of the Fulani community. Kadiri was recently chased out of his Igangan home by aggrieved youths led by a Yoruba self-acclaimed activist, Sunday Igboho, following his alleged involvement…
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Insecurity: CAN declares Three-Day Prayer
The Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) has declared a 3-day national prayer over the security challenges plaguing the country. This was contained in a letter titled “National Days of Soberness/mourning and Fervent Prayers for God’s Mercy by Christians in Nigeria from Friday, May 28 – Sunday, May 30, 2021,” signed by CAN’s national General Secretary, Daramola Joseph. The association stated that it has become imperative to pray for God’s intervention. “This is to inform you that the CAN President, in view of the continuous killings, banditry and host of other problems in Nigeria has considered it imperative and absolutely necessary…
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Ban on open grazing: “Southern Governors wasting their time if they expect Buhari to act” – Falana
Human rights lawyer, Femi Falana (SAN), has said Southern Governors may be wasting their time if they expect President Muhammadu Buhari to act on their resolution. Falana said this during an interview on Channels Television’s Politics Today on Wednesday. He however commended the governors for banning open grazing in the 17 southern states of Nigeria but urged them to back their ban with a legal instrument to enable the prosecution of offenders. “I have read the resolutions. For me, the governors have done very well. They need to mobilise their northern colleagues. They need to walk their talk, because if…
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We sighted the moon – Sheik Bauchi explains why he defied Sultan’s directive & held Eid prayers on Wednesday
Sheik Dahiru Bauchi has explained why he decided to hold Eid Prayers on Wednesday May 12, against the directive of the Sultan of Sokoto for the prayers to hold on Thursday May 13. The Sultan who is recognised as the spiritual head of Muslims in the country, had declared Thursday, May 13, 2021 as the day of Salat and the first day of Shawwal on grounds of the moon not being sighted. However Sheikh Bauchi who held prayers at his residence, said the moon of the month of Shawwal was sighted in Gombe, Gadau and Kebbi on Tuesday May 11. He said; …
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