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”Are you not also selling the Gift and revelation freely given to you?, let’s not keep shifting the goal post” – Timi Dakolo calls out Pastor Femi Lazarus for charging 150 dollars for his school ministry
Popular Nigerian singer, Timi Dakolo, has criticized the lead pastor of Light Nation Church, Femi Lazarus, for condemning gospel musicians who charge fees to perform in churches. The pastor had alleged that a gospel artist demanded $10,000, along with a 40-man escort, first-class flight, and executive suite accommodation for a church event. In response, Dakolo challenged him to reveal the singer’s name, arguing that no artist has a 40-member crew. He further called out Pastor…
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”When I was being impeached, the President sent people to come and intervene on my behalf, Today, the President is impeaching the person” – Peter Obi speaks on state of emergency in Rivers State
Former Anambra State Governor, Peter Obi, has recalled that during his tenure when he faced the threat of impeachment, then-President Olusegun Obasanjo intervened by sending emissaries to persuade the state’s House of Assembly members against proceeding with the process. However, he pointed out that in present-day Nigeria, a similar situation is unfolding, but this time, it is President Tinubu who is actively pushing for the “impeachment.” This is coming after the recent State of Emergency…
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After 60 years in Nollywood, I cannot claim to be a rich man – Actor, Jide Kosoko says
Veteran actor Jide Kosoko has revealed that despite his decades-long career and fame in Nollywood, it has not translated into substantial wealth. Speaking on The Honest Bunch podcast, he stated that while he is financially comfortable, he does not consider himself rich by Nigerian standards. Kosoko, who began his acting journey as a child actor in 1964 with the television production Makanjuola, has since starred in numerous Nollywood films across both English and Yoruba genres.…
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Breaking: Rivers Head of Service resigns from office
Rivers State Head of Service Dr. George Nwaeke has resigned. His resignation was announced on Tuesday in a statement signed by the Chief of Staff to the Rivers State Sole Administrator, Retired Vice Admiral Ibok-Ete Ekwe Ibas. The statement acknowledged Nwaeke’s contributions during his brief tenure and wished him success in his future endeavors. In the interim, Dr. (Mrs.) Iyingi Brown, the Permanent Secretary for Welfare in the Office of the Head of Service, has…
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Lagos is not “smelling”, Lagos is evolving – State Commissioner for Water and Environment, Tokunbo Wahab
Lagos State Commissioner for Water and Environment, Tokunbo Wahab, has refuted claims that the state has an unpleasant odor. Despite repeated assertions by some individuals that Lagos, known as the “Center of Excellence,” emits a foul smell, Wahab dismissed the claim in a statement released this evening. He maintained that Lagos is not smelly but rather undergoing continuous development. ‘’The Lagos State Government is fully committed to environmental sustainability and has developed a comprehensive, multi-sectoral…
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Natasha Akpoti: ”What a bunch of nation-destroyers we have as “Lawmakers” – Oby Ezekwesili
Former Minister of Education, Obiageli Ezekwesili, has criticized the Nigerian Senate for blocking an investigation into Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan’s sexual harassment allegation against Senate President Godswill Akpabio. Ezekwesili condemned the lawmakers, calling them “nation-destroyers” and accusing them of acting with impunity. Her remarks followed a report by The Economist, which highlighted the challenges women face in Nigerian politics and linked Akpoti-Uduaghan’s allegation to broader systemic issues. She further stated that the Senate had brought disgrace…
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Natasha vs Akpabio: To avert recall you must have to spend huge amounts of money – Shehu Sani
Former Senator Shehu Sani has stated that recalling an incumbent senator is a costly process requiring significant financial support. In a Facebook post on Saturday, Sani commented amid speculation about efforts to recall Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan of Kogi Central, following her sexual harassment allegation against Senate President Godswill Akpabio. He noted that such a recall can only be initiated or financially supported by the state. According to him, to avert recall, the embattled Senator “must…
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People are just conjuring it to be able to give flavour to their malice and hate campaign – Akpabio reacts to claim of senators being bribed with $15,000 to vote in favour of Tinubu’s state of emergency in Rivers state
Senate President Godswill Akpabio has dismissed allegations that he orchestrated the distribution of $15,000 in bribes to senators to secure their support for the state of emergency in Rivers State. Describing the claims as a “campaign of hate” against him, Akpabio asserted that the accusations were unfounded and fabricated. The allegations, which gained traction on social media, suggested that Akpabio facilitated the disbursement of $5,000 on Tuesday, March 18, and an additional $10,000 on Wednesday,…
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The actions paint the country in a negative light – Goodluck Jonathan speaks on State of Emergency in Rivers State
Former President Dr. Goodluck Jonathan has expressed concerns that the suspension of Governor Siminalayi Fubara and other elected officials in Rivers State tarnishes Nigeria’s reputation. Speaking as the Chairman at the Haske Satumari Foundation Colloquium in Abuja on Saturday, March 22, Jonathan stated, “These actions by key actors in the executive and legislative arms of government paint the country in a negative light.” He acknowledged that former presidents typically refrain from commenting on political matters…
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Nollywood Actress, Nkechi Nweje is dead
Nollywood Actress, Nkechi Nweje is dead. The renowned actress is said to have passed away on Friday following a short illness. Film producer Stanley Ajemba, Stanley Ontop, confirmed her passing on Saturday. Sharing her photo on Instagram, he wrote: “Nollywood in tears as we lost one of our vibrant Nollywood actresses, @nkechi.nweje, after a brief illness. “Couldn’t post since morning because it was like a dream to me. Ezigbo Nwanyi Onitsha. “Rest in peace, ma’am.…
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How Abuja woman gave me N30m for satisfying her in bed – Orezi
Nigerian singer Orezi has revealed that a woman he met at a club in Abuja gifted him N30 million after a one-time intimate encounter. In a recent interview with Echo Room, the Ogede crooner clarified that they were not in a relationship but had only hooked up. He also claimed that many of his colleagues in the industry receive similar favors. He said, “I wouldn’t say she paid me for sex. She only appreciated me…
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The parliamentary vote held yesterday clearly demonstrates that democracy in its true sense, does not exist in Nigeria – Peter Obi
Peter Obi has once again criticized the use of a voice vote by the Nigerian Senate and House of Representatives to approve President Tinubu’s State of Emergency declaration in Rivers State. In a post on X this morning, he argued that the process highlights the absence of true democracy in Nigeria. Obi pointed out how lawmakers switch parties without losing their seats, describing the current system as “transactional, compromised, and resembling organized criminality.” The former…
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