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Joe Biden appoints two Nigerian-Americans as advisers
President of the United States, Joe Biden, has named two Nigerian-Americans as advisers. Osagie Imasogie and Chiney Ogwumike, among the 12 individuals chosen, have been appointed to serve on the President’s Advisory Council on African Diaspora Engagement in the United States, as per the announcement on the official White House website. Chairperson of the Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NIDCOM), Abike Dabiri-Erewa, said their appointment into the 12-member advisory council is a motivation for other Nigerians.…
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Reactions as footballer Michelle Alozie refers to a woman as her “husband”
Super Falcons standout Michelle Alozie sparked conversations and online activity when she posted a photo alongside a lady, humorously labeling her as “my husband.” In the image, the woman is embracing Alozie from behind. The Nigerian footballer captioned the photo: “Happy us over them day.” She added: “to my husband”. The photo quickly made its way to X as Nigerians speculated about her sexuality. Alozie has now clarified. Apparently, it is the others lady’s birthday…
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Leah Sharibu reportedly divorces her partner, marries another ISWAP commander
Leah Sharibu, who endured five years in terrorists’ captivity, has reportedly entered into another union with an Islamist terrorist commander, having divorced her former spouse she was coerced into marrying, as stated by local security sources speaking to Daily Trust. Leah was among the 110 female students from the Government Girls’ Science and Technical College, Dapchi, Yobe State, who were abducted on February 19, 2018, by Boko Haram militants. She has been confined by members…
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Mohbad’s death taught me a lot of lessons, my prayer points have really increased – Actress, Biola Bayo
Nollywood actress Biola Bayo has imparted the insights she gained from the tragic passing of the young and gifted singer, Mohbad. She disclosed that Mohbad’s demise has prompted a shift in her prayers. Bayo now prays to evade an early demise that would delight her adversaries, to not spend her life toiling for others’ advantage, and to avoid a premature end. “Mohbad’s death taught me a lot of lessons and my prayer points have really…
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I haven’t eaten for days – Plantain thief caught in Sagamu begs for forgiveness
A man has pleaded for forgiveness following an alleged incident where he was caught stealing clusters of plantains in Sagamu, Ogun State. An individual named Ologe Clement reported that the alleged theft took place on the morning of Wednesday, September 27, 2023. Clement shared that the accused individual mentioned he had not eaten for several days as his reason for the act. “THE COUNTRY IS HARD… PLANTAIN THIEF WAS CAUGHT THIS MORNING IN SAGAMU, CLAIMING…
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Nigeria loses out on AFCON 2027 hosting right to Kenya, Uganda and Tanzania
Nigeria’s attempt to jointly host the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations with Benin Republic has been thwarted. The Confederation of African Football (CAF) opted to grant hosting rights to Kenya, Uganda, and Tanzania, a decision communicated after CAF’s executive committee meeting on Wednesday. It’s noteworthy that Morocco secured the hosting rights for the 2025 AFCON. Nigeria’s most recent hosting of Africa’s premier football event was in the year 2000 when the nation co-hosted the competition…
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Emefiele tried to sabotage 2023 election with Naira redesign policy – Akpabio
Senate President Godswill Akpabio has alleged that the former Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), Godwin Emefiele, sought to undermine the 2023 election through his policy of redesigning the naira. Akpabio made this accusation while questioning Olayemi Cardoso, the nominee for the CBN governor position, and four deputy governor nominees during their screening at the Senate. He inquired whether Cardoso would engage in political interference similar to his predecessor, Emefiele. “Adams Oshiomhole thanks…
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No project being constructed right now in Nigeria will last for seven years – Minister of works, Umahi
Dave Umahi, the Minister of Works, has emphasized that there isn’t a single federal road in the country that can endure for a period exceeding seven years. This assertion comes after Umahi conducted an extensive road inspection journey across the nation, revealing that many roads are afflicted with potholes and have deteriorated to the point of resembling “boreholes.” Accusing contractors of fraudulent practices, Umahi highlighted their deception of Nigerians through the use of substandard materials…
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Mohbad: I am making arrangements to return to the country to assist with the investigation and give my version of the events – Naira Marley
Nigerian artist and founder of Marlian Record label, Naira Marley, has indicated his intention to return to Nigeria to comply with a police request related to the ongoing investigation into the passing of singer Mohbad. In the wake of the singer’s untimely demise, there have been allegations implicating Naira Marley, the proprietor of Marlian music, and his associate, Sam Larry, suggesting their involvement in the incident. This followed the circulation of various documents and videos…
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NLC, TUC declare nationwide strike
The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) and the Trade Union Congress (TUC) have announced a nationwide strike due to the Federal Government’s failure to address their requests. During separate National Executive Council meetings in Abuja on Tuesday, both unions declared that the strike would commence on October 3, 2023. NLC President Joe Ajaero, speaking at a joint press conference in Abuja, emphasized that the government’s lack of action in meeting their demands left them with no…
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Young girl gains admission into university 10 years after she was branded a witch, tortured and abandoned in Akwa Ibom
Mary, a young girl labeled a witch and subjected to torture and abandonment in Akwa Ibom State, has successfully secured admission into a university. A decade ago, Danish aid worker Anja Ringgren Loven and her husband, David Emmanuel Umem, rescued Mary from a hiding spot in the bush. Ms. Loven, shared the good news on Facebook. She wrote; “Sometimes our work does not need a lot of words. The pictures speak for themselves! This is Mary…
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It’s easy for a man to dash a woman money than to dash his hungry friend – Nigerian man says
Samuel Sayo, a Facebook user, has stated that providing financial assistance to a woman is simpler for a man than aiding his hungry friend.
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