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Ibadan stampede: Yes there is hunger in Nigeria but the way people are going about it is exaggerated – Clergyman, Femi Emmanuel, says
Clergyman Femi Emmanuel acknowledged the presence of hunger in Nigeria but described the public reaction as exaggerated. He made this statement while addressing the tragic stampede at a children’s funfair in Ibadan, where 35 children lost their lives. While preaching recently, he said; ‘’ Can I say this to you, you may not believe it, whether you believe it or not. Yes, there is hunger in Nigeria but the way people are going about it,…
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Single people not miserable, lonely as you think – Toke Makinwa
Media personality Toke Makinwa has challenged the common belief that single individuals are unhappy and lonely. Refuting the notion that happiness is dependent on marriage, Makinwa emphasized that many single people live content and fulfilling lives. In a post on her X handle, she urged for a change in perspective as the New Year draws near. She wrote; “Let that rubbish behaviour of thinking that single people are miserable, lonely or sad be left in…
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The restart of Warri Refinery today brings joy and gladness to me and Nigerians —Tinubu
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu expressed joy at resuming operations at the Warri Refinery, a milestone he described as a significant achievement for 2024. In a statement by his spokesperson, Bayo Onanuga, Tinubu celebrated the refinery’s restart after years of rehabilitation. The Group Chief Executive Officer of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL), Mele Kyari, announced that the refinery, which has a capacity of 125,000 barrels per day, is now operating at 60 percent capacity.…
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Sleeping in different rooms as a married couple promotes cheating – Nigerian lawyer says
A Nigerian lawyer, Stella, has stated that married couples sleeping in separate rooms can encourage infidelity and prolong conflicts and resentment. “Stop sleeping in different rooms if you are married. Sleeping in different rooms as married couple promotes cheating, she wrote on Friday. I pity couples sleeping in different rooms in the name of I want my space Una dey miss. “One of the disadvantages of separate rooms is that when there is a disagreement and…
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Every man should get DNA test done on their children – Aisha Yesufu
Renowned activist Aisha Yesufu has advised men to conduct DNA tests to confirm the paternity of their children. However, she warned against making the results public unless the test reveals that the child is not biologically theirs. Her statement was in reaction to the backlash faced by an X user who disclosed that he had conducted a DNA test on his newborn, which confirmed his paternity. On her X handle, Yesufu wrote, “Every man most…
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We are not investigating anything – Police deny knowledge of VDM’s missing N180m
The Plateau State Police Command has denied investigating the alleged theft of N180 million from a Non-Governmental Organisation owned by social media commentator Martins Otse, popularly known as VeryDarkMan (VDM). In a viral video released on Friday, VDM claimed that a suspect was arrested in Jos, Plateau State, after allegedly hacking the NGO’s website to steal the funds. The video has since drawn widespread criticism. The Police Public Relations Officer of the Plateau State Command,…
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It always looks tacky – Nigerian man knocks groom who rock Isiagu to their church weddings
A Nigerian X user has criticized grooms who opt for the traditional Igbo Isiagu attire for their church weddings. Some men tailor the Isiagu fabric into suits, which they wear for their church ceremonies. In a post on his page, the X user expressed that it’s preferable to forgo a church wedding altogether rather than wear Isiagu as a groom. He argued that grooms who don Isiagu for their weddings often appear unrefined.
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Why many women are unmarried in their 30s – Kanayo O. Kanayo
Veteran Nollywood actor, Kanayo O. Kanayo, has shared his perspective on why many women remain unmarried in their 30s. He attributed it to the decisions they made in their younger years, stating that many spent their 20s involved with married older men while turning down potential suitors within their age group. “Some girl will be in the university at 18, 19, 20, she starts dating a very rich guy, sometimes, very old too. Then what…
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Women should be getting steady monthly or weekly maintenance funds from their men. It’s their right – Nigerian lady tells women
A Nigerian woman, Elohor Ijeoma Isoni, has expressed that women deserve consistent weekly or monthly financial support from their partners. In a Facebook post on Thursday, Elohor emphasized that mn a romantic relationship involves financial responsibilities. She explained that women require funds to maintain their well-being, purchase feminine care products, invest in lingerie and accessories, and manage personal upkeep such as vaginal care and waist beads. “UNPOPULAR OPINION Not for everyone but women who understand…
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Tax reform: Listen to the cries of the North or you are calling for anarchy – Bala Mohammed tells Tinubu
Bauchi State Governor, Bala Mohammed, has criticized President Bola Tinubu’s tax policies, describing them as unfavorable to northern Nigeria. Speaking on Thursday while hosting the Christian community in Bauchi, Mohammed, the chairman of the PDP Governors Forum, argued that the tax reform bills before the National Assembly are biased toward benefiting only one region. He urged the President to withdraw the bills, stating that they would hinder the North’s ability to generate revenue for essential…
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2027: Okupe explains why Atiku can’t be President
Dr. Doyin Okupe, a former Director-General of the Peter Obi Presidential Campaign Organisation, has stated that the South, not the North, should produce Nigeria’s president in 2027. Speaking in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Thursday in Lagos, Okupe emphasized that fairness demands the South be given the opportunity to complete its eight-year term, similar to the North before President Bola Tinubu’s administration. While acknowledging Atiku Abubakar, the PDP’s 2023 presidential…
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Be patient with Tinubu. With perseverance and collective support, we can overcome current hardships and emerge stronger – Omo-Agege tells Nigerians
Former Deputy Senate President Ovie Omo-Agege has urged Nigerians to remain patient with President Bola Tinubu’s administration, emphasizing that recent economic reforms, though challenging, are aimed at achieving long-term growth and sustainability. In his Christmas message, Omo-Agege acknowledged the hardships caused by policies such as fuel subsidy removal and exchange rate unification but highlighted their potential to address decades of mismanagement and shift Nigeria toward self-sufficiency and job creation. He noted emerging benefits, including improved…
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