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Subsidy Palliative: Sharing 8k is completely a ‘town hall’ economics not different from balablu and hullabaloo – Rev. Fr. Chinenye Oluoma
Rev Fr Chinenye Oluoma, a renowned Nigerian Catholic priest, has offered advice to President Bola Tinubu, urging him to abandon the idea of distributing N8,000 to 12 million Nigerians. He considers this approach to be “a puerile, penny wise pound foolish economics.” Instead, Oluoma suggests that Tinubu should utilize the funds to provide “palliative transportation” for the masses, including special groups like students and farmers, while also focusing on long-term plans. The cleric shared his…
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I plan to visit the Nigerian man I am in love with but he wants me to pay for all the travel expenses as a way of proving my love – Ugandan lady says
Esther Kunsa, a woman from Uganda, has reached out to Nigerian folks for advice as she prepares to visit her Nigerian boyfriend. However, she feels disheartened because he expects her to cover all the travel expenses. she wrote; “Hello Nigerian members. I need your help to discern. I’m in love with a Nigerian man. We are both Christians and we plan to meet soon in Nigeria in order for me to meet his family but…
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If we want to strengthen the unity of this country, we should all advocate the abolition of ‘state of origin’ – Okey Bakassi
Popular comedian, Okey Bakassi, has called on the Nigerian Government to eliminate the concept of “state of origin” in the country. Bakassi argued that the state of origin creates division among Nigerians. During an event in Lagos over the weekend, he expressed his belief that Nigeria would achieve greater unity if the emphasis shifted to the state of residence rather than the state of origin. According to him: “If we want to strengthen the unity…
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”Our age must never be a barrier to educational pursuit” – Governor Adeleke reveals he went back to school in response to personal attacks from his opponents after he lost the gubernatorial election in 2018
Governor of Osun State, Ademola Adeleke disclosed that he decided to pursue a degree in response to personal attacks from his opponents after losing the 2018 governorship election in Osun state. He made this revelation during the joint 9th undergraduate and 5th postgraduate convocation ceremonies at Adeleke University in Ede, Osun state on Sunday, July 16. Governor Ademola Adeleke shared how his elder brother, Dr. Deji Adeleke, played a significant role in his decision to…
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I will not celebrate my birthday in today’s Nigeria – Peter Obi tells those who want to celebrate him to share their generosity with those in need
Peter Obi, the Labour Party (LP) member, firmly stated that he will not entertain the requests of his friends, party members, and supporters to celebrate his birthday with gifts. Instead, he urged those who might want to celebrate him to consider sharing their generosity with those in need. In a statement released on his verified Twitter account, the former Governor of Anambra State emphasized that everyone, including leaders and well-placed individuals, should begin making sacrifices…
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FG charges Emefiele for illegal possession of firearm
The Federal Government has brought two charges against Godwin Emefiele, the suspended governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria. He is accused of illegally possessing a single-barrel shotgun and 123 rounds of live ammunition without a license, contrary to the Firearms Act. Emefiele has been in the custody of the Department of State Service since June 10, but a Federal High Court in Abuja recently ruled that his arrest and detention by the DSS were…
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Reno Omokri applauds President Tinubu for properly greeting the Oba of Benin, shades a certain monarch from the South
Reno Omokri has subtly criticized a monarch from the South while commending President Tinubu’s respectful gesture towards the Oba of Benin, who visited him at the State House on Friday, July 14. He shared a photo of the President bowing to the Edo monarch as a demonstration of proper respect. He wrote; “This is the President respectfully greeting Hie Royal Majesty, Omo N’Oba N’Edo Uku Akpolokpolo, Ewuare II, the Oba of Benin. He did not…
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“False rape accusations should attract same jail term as rape” – Uche Jombo
In response to the recent acquittal of ex-Manchester City player Benjamin Mendy, Nollywood actress Uche Jombo expressed her belief that false rape accusers should face the same punishment as rapists. On Twitter, she stated that false rape accusations should result in the same jail term as rape. Mendy, who was accused of rape and attempted rape, was recently cleared of the charges by a jury at Chester Crown Court, causing him to miss out on…
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Peace. Thank You lord -Yul Edochie says as he shares loved-up photo with his second wife
Yul Edochie referred to his marriage with his second wife, Judy Austin, as “Peace.” He posted a photo of himself and Judy on his Instagram page, with the caption, “Peace, Thank you lord”. He expressed gratitude to the Lord and tagged Judy Austin, referring to her as “Ijele Odogwu.”
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It favours Lagos over the North – Kano rejects FG’s sharing formula for N500bn palliative
Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf of Kano State has expressed his opposition to the federal government’s proposed sharing formula for the recently approved N500 billion palliative. The federal government had announced plans to utilize the Bank of Industry to support small-scale industries in different geopolitical zones. Governor Yusuf, represented by his deputy, Comrade Aminu Abdussalam, criticized the distribution formula, stating that it heavily favored Lagos State and the South-South zone, putting other states and zones at…
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One of my fervent prayers is for me to die together with my wife when the time comes – Adeboye
Pastor Enoch Adeboye, the General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God, expressed his desire to be called to heaven on the same day as his wife, Folu Adeboye. He shared this sentiment in a post celebrating his wife’s 75th birthday. The cleric emphasized that his wife is the greatest blessing God has bestowed upon him. Adeboye on Twitter wrote: “Besides the salvation of my soul and the baptism in the Holy Spirit, the…
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“King Buhari’s 8yrs is looking better than Agbado’s 60 days in office” – Charly Boy slams FG
Maverick singer Charly Boy expressed that the eight-year tenure of former President Muhammadu Buhari seems more favorable compared to the sixty days in office of the current president, Bola Tinubu. Charly Boy’s statement was in response to the recent announcement of N500 billion for palliatives by the current administration. He criticized the government for allocating N8,000 per month to 12 million vulnerable households, while dedicating N70 billion to less than 500 National Assembly members. In…
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