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NLC, TUC declare strike over attack on President , Ajaero
The coalition of organized labor unions, which includes the Trade Union Congress (TUC) and the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC), has announced a nationwide strike following an attack on its NLC President, Joe Ajaero. During a briefing in Abuja, the NLC and TUC leaders presented a 6-point demand to the Federal Government, urging the immediate removal of the Imo State Commissioner of Police, the Area Commander, and other police officers allegedly involved in the brutal treatment…
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Meet and decide how much I will pay to make you all forget my name totally– Burna Boy tells blogs
Burna Boy, the Grammy-winning artist, has indicated his willingness to compensate Nigerian blogs to cease publishing news about him. The self-proclaimed “African Giant” in a post on X acknowledged not having paid any blog in Nigeria previously and urged bloggers to agree on a fee, which he would then pay to ensure they completely stop posting about him. He said; “How far. all these Instablog, PulseNg e.t.c, abeg make all of una do meeting then…
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A true Muslimah will never leave her marriage because her husband married another wife – Nigerian woman opines
Umu Muheebah, a Nigerian woman, stated that a devout Muslim wife would not divorce her husband for marrying another woman. One Maryam Ibrahim Kano however disagreed, asserting that a woman leaving her marriage because of polygamy doesn’t undermine her identity as a true Muslim woman. According to her, it is not Haram for her to leave the marriage if she feels she can’t share or she thinks she will disrespect her husband, it’s better she…
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Veteran Nollywood actor, Amaechi Muonagor now paralysed; cries out for help from hospital bed
Nollywood veteran Amaechi Muonagor, aged 61, is currently paralyzed and seeking urgent assistance from his hospital bed after suffering a stroke while leaving a movie set seven months ago. He emphasized his inability to move without aid and detailed the circumstances of the stroke’s onset just as he was about to enter his car. Muonagor expressed gratitude that the incident didn’t occur while he was driving, acknowledging the potentially fatal consequences. He has been in…
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N18.6trn needed to fix Federal Roads in 4 Years – Minister of works, Umahi
The Minister of Works, Dave Umahi, informed the House of Representatives Committee on Appropriations that the road sector necessitates N18.6 trillion over the next four years. He urged the National Assembly to devise strategies for addressing the road sector’s critical needs and requested a contingency fund to handle urgent situations when roads collapse, emphasizing the necessity of respecting the Assembly’s directives for immediate interventions. He said; “On the whole, to address our road sector for…
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I will not rest until Rufai Oseni is kicked out of Arise TV – APC chieftain, Joe Igbokwe
APC leader Joe Igbokwe has declared his determination to ensure Rufai Oseni is removed from Arise TV. Igbokwe conveyed his displeasure with the Arise TV anchor on his Facebook profile This is coming after Rufai had a confrontation with APC chieftain Jesutega Onokpasa.
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I want to show off my boyfriend and my money but I don’t have any – Eniola Badmus
Eniola Badmus, the Nollywood actress, has suggested her single status in a now deleted Instagram story. The 46-year-old mentioned refraining from showcasing any boyfriend or wealth online, humorously implying it’s because she doesn’t possess either. She wrote, “Two things I don’t post on social media. “My boyfriend and money. “Not that I don’t want to show, but I don’t have them.”
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We are trying to build a democratic system on a monarchial foundation. People leave office without wanting to leave office – Pastor Sam Adeyemi gives reasons for Godfatherism
Pastor Sam Adeyemi, the Senior Pastor of Daystar Christian Centre, commented that godfatherism in Nigerian politics stems from individuals reluctant to vacate their positions in office. During his appearance on Wednesday’s Sunrise Daily on Channels Television, Adeyemi highlighted Nigeria’s struggle to establish a democratic system based on a structure resembling a monarchy rather than an electoral process. He also noted that Nigeria is deeply divided along ethnic, religious, and political lines, which makes it challenging to…
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As long as you’re not a virgin, you’ve done abortion. Stop being a hypocrite- BBNaija star, Phyna, tells women
Phyna, a former BBNaija contestant, expressed the view that any woman who is not a virgin has likely undergone an abortion. This perspective was initially shared in an interview with Chude Jideonwo a few months ago, where she claimed that all women have experienced abortion. In a recent interaction with her Snapchat followers, Phyna reiterated her belief, stating that taking after-sex pills constitutes a form of abortion.
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Reps scrap N5bn presidential yacht from budget, increase student’s loan to 10bn
The 2023 supplementary budget, approved by the House of Representatives on Tuesday based on the report presented by Appropriations Committee Chairman Abubakar Bichi, saw the exclusion of the contentious N5 billion presidential yacht. Bichi confirmed that the Committee of Supply, having reviewed the Appropriations Committee’s suggestions, passed the bill. Addressing the media post-budget passage, Bichi announced the removal of the controversial presidential yacht, redirecting the allocated N5 billion to Student Loans. This reallocation doubled the…
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N5B Presidential Yacht: If it is true then it is the most insensitive – Reno Omokri
Reno Omokri has expressed that if the reports regarding the Tinubu administration’s allocation of N5 billion for a Presidential Yacht purchase are accurate, it would demonstrate a lack of sensitivity. He questioned the necessity of the purchase when many Nigerians are currently displaced due to the hardship faced in the country. He further stated that he will celebrate the President when he does well and eviscerate him when he goes astray. He wrote; ‘’If the…
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‘No scientific evidence links marijuana use to any disease’ – Seun Kuti calls for legalization of cannabis
Seun Kuti, the Afrobeat singer nominated for a Grammy, has called on the Nigerian government to contemplate the legalization of marijuana. He pointed out that there hasn’t been any substantial evidence proving that marijuana use leads to any illnesses. He expressed concerns that Nigeria has forfeited its distinct variety of marijuana due to the prohibition imposed on it within the country. Speaking in a recent Instagram live session with fans. Kuti said; “Nobody can show…
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