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We must not allow it – Peter Obi reacts to EFCC freezing Osun govt account
The Nigeria Democratic Congress, NDC, presidential candidate, Mr Peter Obi, has expressed concern over the reported freezing of the Osun State Government’s bank accounts by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, warning against actions that could undermine the credibility of the forthcoming governorship election. Obi, in a post on X on Thursday, said although he has consistently supported the fight against corruption, anti-graft efforts must not be used as instruments of political intimidation or…
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‘Tope Osoba didn’t die of cancer’ – Family breaks silence
The family of Nollywood actress Tope Osoba has dismissed viral reports about her death. The actress died on Tuesday evening, a few minutes after speaking with some of her colleagues on the phone and posting “Ogo Tuntun”, meaning new glory, on her Whatsapp status around 7:23 pm. Her death came nearly two years after she pleaded with the general public for financial assistance for her breast cancer surgery and treatment. Reports attributed the actress’ death to her…
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2027: Not providing primary, secondary school certificates disqualified Tinubu – Kenneth Okonkwo
A chieftain of the African Democratic Congress, ADC, Kenneth Okonkwo, has claimed that President Bola Tinubu’s inability to provide his primary and secondary school certificates to the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, disqualifies him from being Nigeria’s president. Okonkwo charged Tinubu to respect the Nigerian law governing admission qualifications for universities. INEC had published credentials and other details of all presidential candidates contesting in the 2027 elections. Tinubu had presented only his university certificate, while…
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2027: Wike dismisses Amaechi’s relevance in Rivers, says ticket with Atiku dead on arrival
Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has dismissed the emergence of former Minister of Transportation, Rotimi Amaechi, as the running mate to former Vice-President Atiku Abubakar, describing the ticket as “dead on arrival.” Speaking during his media parley on Tuesday, Wike argued that Amaechi no longer possesses the political influence required to deliver votes either in Rivers State or the South-South region, insisting that the former governor has consistently failed to produce…
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“Is it by force?” — Peller reveals being sprayed fake dollar cash during wedding
Nigerian skit maker and content creator Peller has spoken about an alleged incident involving fake currency he said was given to him during an event. Peller made the comment while discussing money he received, explaining that some of the Nigerian currency handed to him was genuine, while he alleged that some of the dollar cash he received turned out to be fake. Speaking in a video, Peller said, “I went to the bank, and the…
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BBNaija: ‘Don’t make us most boring set’ — Sheba fumes at housemates
BBNaija Season 11 Head of House (HoH), Sheba, has issued a stern warning to her fellow housemates, expressing frustration over what she described as their lack of commitment during preparations for this week’s wager presentation. An irritated Sheba, while speaking during a rehearsal on Tuesday morning, fumed at housemates to take the task seriously, insisting that everyone had a responsibility to contribute to the team’s success. “If you want to play a game, you have…
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Psquare: ‘Anyone who can divert his brother’s funds, can kill him’ – Izu Obasi
Social media commentator, Izu Obasi has waded into the long-running feud between the Okoye brothers, claiming that anyone capable of allegedly diverting funds from his twin brother and then publicly denying it could be capable of even more extreme actions. The remark, shared in a viral video, has fuelled fresh debate across social media about the ongoing family dispute involving former P-Square members Peter and Paul Okoye and their elder brother, Jude Okoye. Obasi said, “Anybody who can betray and…
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Presidential Election: PDP cannot win 2027, preparing for 2031 – Wike
The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, FCT, Nyesom Wike, has claimed that the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, cannot win the 2027 presidential election. Wike said the PDP is currently working on wining some state, while organizing itself ahead of the 2031 election. In his monthly media chat in Abuja on Tuesday, the Minister said the former ruling party would take its time to prepare for the 2031 election. He said: “I have always said that…
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Tackle insecurity, not bus preaching — Oyedepo knocks Tinubu
The General Overseer of Living Faith Church Worldwide, also known as Winners Chapel, Bishop David Oyedepo, has asked the Federal Government to shift full focus on tackling the country’s security challenges rather trying to stop preaching in commercial buses. Oyedepo made the call in reaction to the proposed amendment to the Federal Road Safety Commission, FRSC, Act, that would punish individuals found preaching in commercial vehicles. The cleric wondered why the government is prioritising the…
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Enugu church abduction: Peter Obi raises alarm, says no Nigerian safe
The presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress, NDC, for the 2027 general election, Peter Obi, has condemned the abduction of worshippers in Enugu State, describing the growing wave of attacks on places of worship as a national calamity that requires urgent and united action. Obi spoke in a statement posted on his official social media page on Monday while reacting to reports of the abduction of church members in Enugu. He said the abduction reflects what…
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Jude Okoye denies $1.2m royalty diversion claim, says Mr P avoiding court
Former P-Square manager Jude Okoye has dismissed allegations by his younger brother, Peter Okoye aka Mr P, that he diverted more than $1.2 million in music royalties, insisting the claims have already been addressed by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) and are now before the court. In a video posted on Instagram Sunday, Jude accused Mr P of attempting to sway public opinion while legal proceedings remain ongoing. “You are trying to bait…
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Falana knocks FG over proposed electricity tariff hike
Human rights lawyer, Femi Falana (SAN) has knocked the Federal Government’s planned increase in electricity tariffs, insisting that Nigerians should not be made to bear the burden of years of policy failures and inefficiency in the country’s power sector. Falana said the government must first fulfil its promise of providing stable and uninterrupted electricity before contemplating any further increase in tariffs. Addressing journalists in Ilawe-Ekiti over the weekend, the senior lawyer argued that Nigerians deserve…
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