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FCT teachers strike: I intervened, I have told them we will pay in phases – Wike says
The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has responded to the ongoing teachers’ strike in Abuja. Speaking during his monthly media chat on Thursday, Wike said the FCT Administration had made efforts to intervene, but noted that some of the teachers’ demands were unrealistic. He also expressed concern over the current wage bill, stating it was high relative to the actual number of workers. Wike said: “We intervened in the strike but some of the teachers have not been realistic, it will be difficult. We will pay in phases, that’s what I said.” “Almost 50,000 workers with…
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You want to destroy democracy because you want a second term – Dele Momodu tells Tinubu
Veteran journalist and PDP chieftain, Dele Momodu, has accused President Bola Tinubu of undermining democracy in his bid for a second term at all costs. Speaking on Arise TV’s Prime Time on Thursday, Momodu described Tinubu as a smart and influential figure who manipulates others to serve his interests. He urged the President not to destroy the same democratic values he once fought for. “So what shall it profit you to do two terms, three terms, if you can live forever and rule Nigeria forever? But at the end of the day, your name enters that book of ignominy. “If…
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It doesn’t make any sense, we were just together – Cristiano Ronaldo reacts to Jota’s death
Portugal captain Cristiano Ronaldo has reacted to the death of Diogo Jota, saying the tragedy “doesn’t make sense.” Jota, a Liverpool forward, died in a car accident in the early hours of Thursday while driving with his brother, Andre, who is also a footballer. Ronaldo wrote on social media: “Doesn’t make any sense. Just now we were together in the National Team, just now you were married.” “To your family, to your wife and children, I send my condolences and wish them all the strength in the world. “I know you will always be with them. R.I.P. Diogo and Andre.…
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Rivers: Enemies not happy I reconciled with Fubara – Wike
The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has stated that some individuals are displeased with his reconciliation with his successor, the suspended Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara. Speaking during a media chat in Abuja on Thursday, Wike declared that peace had returned to the state. He alleged that certain people had exploited the crisis for personal gain, likening it to an “oil well” from which they were profiting illegally. Wike also emphasized that he owes no one an explanation regarding the terms of his truce with Fubara.
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Breaking: Liverpool Forward, Diogo Jota dies in car accident two weeks after his wedding
Liverpool forward Diogo Jota has tragically passed away following a car accident in Spain, according to reports by the Daily Mail. The 28-year-old was said to be travelling with his brother, Andre, when their vehicle veered off the A-52 highway in Zamora province. Jota’s untimely death comes just two weeks after he tied the knot with his longtime partner, Rute Cardoso, in a wedding ceremony held in Porto. The Portuguese international was a key figure in Liverpool’s squad that clinched the Premier League title in May, marking a victorious start to Arne Slot’s managerial era.
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It was unlegendary of me – Singer 2face Idibia apologises to his wife Natasha, his kids and fans for saying men are not sexually built to be with one woman
Popular Nigerian singer, 2Face Idibia, has issued a public apology to his wife, Natasha, their children, and fans following backlash over his recent comments about men and monogamy. The remark drew mixed reactions on social media, with some condemning it as a justification for infidelity, while others defended it as a candid take on male nature. However, 2Face has now retracted his statement, describing it as “unlegendary” and inappropriate. He expressed sincere regret and apologized to his wife, Natasha, their children, and fans for making such a comment.
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Law enforcement agencies benefitted from petrol subsidy scam – Former EFCC Chairman Abdulrasheed Bawa
Former EFCC Chairman, Abdulrasheed Bawa, has revealed that law enforcement agencies were among the beneficiaries of the massive fraud surrounding Nigeria’s defunct petrol subsidy regime. In his new book and a recent interview on Arise TV, Bawa disclosed that Nigeria lost an estimated $450 million to subsidy scams between 2006 and 2012. According to him, some oil marketers involved were prosecuted and jailed, with about 80% of the stolen funds recovered. However, he emphasized that the corruption extended beyond marketers to include political actors and law enforcement, who, he said, often turned a blind eye due to being compromised. Bawa…
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Worsening abductions, killings, Boko Haram’s renewed attacks and others alarming — Sultan of Sokoto laments
The Jama’atu Nasril Islam (JNI), led by the Sultan of Sokoto, has raised alarm over worsening insecurity in Nigeria, citing frequent kidnappings, killings, and a resurgence of Boko Haram activities. In a statement signed by JNI Secretary-General, Prof. Khalid Abubakar Aliyu, the group criticized the Federal Government for its lack of proactive security measures and failure to protect citizens. JNI specifically condemned the recent killing of Muslim wedding guests in Plateau State, accusing Christian militias of carrying out targeted attacks. They described the incident as “barbaric and premeditated,” referencing a history of similar violence, including the demolition of a mosque…
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Forget what people will say and join the coalition – Deji Adeyanju tells Omoyele Sowore
Lawyer and activist Deji Adeyanju has called on Omoyele Sowore, presidential candidate of the African Action Congress (AAC), to join a coalition aimed at unseating the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) ahead of the 2027 elections. In a message posted on his X handle, Adeyanju acknowledged Sowore’s integrity and principled stance but urged him to set aside ideological concerns for the greater good. He emphasized that politics is a numbers game, not just about ideals, and that extraordinary situations demand difficult compromises. Adeyanju appealed to Sowore to consider the coalition as a necessary step, saying it would earn him lasting…
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Peter Obi: It would be hard for Northerners to believe his single-term proposal – IPAC chairman, Yabagi Sani
The Chairman of the Inter-Party Advisory Committee (IPAC), Yabagi Sani, has expressed skepticism over Peter Obi’s recent pledge to serve only one term if elected president in 2027. In an interview with Channels TV on Tuesday, July 1, Sani said it would be difficult for northerners, and indeed most Nigerians, to take such a promise seriously, given the unpredictable nature of political power. He emphasized that none of the likely 2027 presidential candidates, including Obi, are without flaws and that it’s common for politicians to renege on campaign promises once in office. Sani argued that once elected, political realities often…
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Tinubu approves Scholarship scheme for Caribbean students to study in Nigeria
President Bola Tinubu has approved a new scholarship initiative for students from the Organisation of Eastern Caribbean States (OECS) to study at Nigerian universities starting from the next academic year. Speaking during a joint press briefing in Saint Lucia alongside Prime Minister Philip J. Pierre, Tinubu said the programme is part of a broader effort to strengthen ties between Nigeria and OECS nations in education, trade, agriculture, and food security. A joint committee has been established to coordinate the scholarships and other areas of collaboration, including plans to introduce visa waivers for holders of diplomatic and official OECS passports. Prime…
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Accepting the job to demarket Peter Obi online is the most dangerous job ever – Filmmaker, Ugezu Ugezu, writes Reno Omokri
Filmmaker Ugezu Ugezu has openly criticised former presidential aide Reno Omokri over his persistent attacks on Labour Party’s Peter Obi. In a post shared on Instagram, Ugezu described Reno’s decision to accept a role aimed at discrediting Obi online as the most dangerous assignment ever taken by any individual in Nigeria’s controversial political landscape. He argued that Reno may struggle to recover from the “self-inflicted damage,” adding that even the universe seems to be against him. Ugezu further stated that those who know the truth but choose to remain silent are bound to suffer consequences. Reno Omokri has remained vocal…
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