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I have outlived a man who told my dad not to count me among his children because I have sickle cell – Nigerian lady shares
Elle Peter, a Nigerian woman who battles sickle cell disease, shared that she has surpassed the lifespan of a man who once dismissed her chances of survival. She revealed this on Twitter on World Sickle Cell Day, which is commemorated every June 19. Recalling her childhood, Elle mentioned that a man advised her father not to include her in his count of children because she had sickle cell disease and was expected to pass away…
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Peter Obi will go to court for 8 years – Comedian Akpororo
Akpororo, a popular comedian whose real name is Bowoto Tanimola, has playfully mocked Peter Obi, the presidential candidate of the Labour Party, who is currently involved in a legal battle over the 2023 presidential election. During a recent comedy performance, Akpororo engaged his audience by asking if Peter Obi was still going to court. The crowd responded affirmatively. “He go still dey go court for eight years”, Akpororo added. However, his joke received criticism from…
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The monies that came in isn’t enough to employ security – Chef Dammy of Ekiti says as she solicits funds
Chef Dammy, a well-known Nigerian chef whose real name is Damilola Adeparusi, has made a heartfelt plea to Nigerians for financial assistance. She gained significant attention after reportedly cooking for an impressive 120 consecutive hours. In a viral video, Chef Dammy expressed her need for additional funds, explaining that the money she received from her fans and well-wishers during the cooking marathon falls short of what she requires to hire a soldier as her personal…
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If you are making life difficult for me, there is no way I will go and invest – Aliko Dangote tells African countries to issue visa-on-arrivals for Africans
Aliko Dangote, the billionaire businessman, has called upon African countries to implement visa-on-arrival policies for Nigerians and citizens of other African nations in order to promote trade and business across the continent. Speaking at the 30th Afreximbank Annual Meetings held in Accra, Ghana, on Sunday, June 18, the CEO of the Dangote Group emphasized that facilitating visa-on-arrival for Africans would contribute to the advancement of inter- and intra-African trade and investment opportunities. Dangote suggested that…
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Removal of service chiefs: No President in the history of this country has effected so much change in three weeks as Tinubu – Femi Fani-Kayode
Femi Fani-Kayode, a former Aviation Minister and member of the All Progressives Congress (APC), has commended President Bola Tinubu for his recent political activities over the past three weeks. The president has garnered praise for implementing ongoing reforms and initiating a system cleanup, as evidenced by the removal of prominent figures from key positions. Since his inauguration on May 29, Tinubu has dismissed and replaced several public officeholders. Last week, the Governor of the Central…
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Asari Dokubo accusing soldiers and lower people who steal jerricans of petrol while he is behind the stealing and enjoyment of millions of dollars stashed in their bank account – Maj. Gen Haruna
Major General Ibrahim Bata Malgwi Haruna, the former Commissioner for Information and Culture, has strongly criticized Asari Dokubo, a former leader of the Niger Delta Militants, for accusing the Nigerian military of involvement in oil theft in the Niger Delta region. Dokubo, who previously led the now-defunct Niger Delta Peoples Volunteer Force, made these allegations during a press briefing after meeting with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu at the State House on Friday. He claimed that…
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You’re a victim of self-inflicted alcohol poisoning – Atiku’s aide fires back at Wike over poisoning at PDP secretariat
Phrank Shaibu, the Special Assistant on Public Communication to Atiku Abubakar, the presidential candidate for the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in the 2023 elections, has suggested that former Governor Nyesom Wike of Rivers State should consider reducing his alcohol consumption. This advice comes in light of Wike’s revelation that his liver and kidneys failed, which he attributed to being poisoned at the PDP’s Secretariat in 2018. Shaibu acknowledged Wike’s well-known fondness for alcohol, particularly whiskey,…
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Actress Yvonne Nelson accuses Sarkodie of allegedly impregnating her and making her abort it after he rejected the pregnancy
Yvonne Nelson, a Ghanaian actress, has disclosed in her recently published book titled ‘I am Not Yvonne Nelson’ that she was impregnated by Ghanaian rapper Michael Owusu Addo, widely known as Sarkodie. In her book, Yvonne reveals the story of their encounter at a time when Sarkodie’s future seemed uncertain. In a chapter titled ‘A Difficult Decision, ‘ she said she found herself in a complex situation involving a rapper after he refused to take…
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”Bearded men no dey too geh money” – Speed Darlington
Controversial Nigerian rapper Darlington Okoye, popularly known as Speed Darlington, has expressed his belief that bearded men are seldom wealthy. He argues that beards are commonly associated with poverty, pointing out that none of the billionaires or presidents of influential nations possess facial hair. Speed Darlington made these remarks during a recent Instagram live session with his fans. According to him: “Bearded men no dey too get money. They are not on the list of…
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Former Zambian President Kenneth Kaunda prophesied that I would be President in 2006 – Goodluck Jonathan
During the second Kenneth Kaunda Memorial public lecture in Pretoria, South Africa, Former President Goodluck Jonathan shared an anecdote about the late Kenneth Kaunda, the first President of Zambia, accurately predicting his future presidency. Jonathan recounted that this prophecy was bestowed upon him during Kaunda’s visit to Bayelsa in 2006. At that time, Jonathan was serving as the Governor of Bayelsa state and had never contemplated the idea of becoming the President of Nigeria. “My…
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I have never at any time compromised my oath of office to favour any party – Justice Zainab Bulkachuwa
Justice Zainab Bulkachuwa, the former President of the Court of Appeal, has responded to the controversy surrounding her husband, Senator Adamu Bulkachuwa’s remarks regarding her tenure. During the 9th Senate valedictory session, Senator Adamu, who represented Bauchi North, admitted to infringing on his wife’s independence as President of the Court of Appeal and extending similar assistance to his colleagues. In response to the criticism triggered by her husband’s statement, Justice Zainab clarified that she had…
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You are a mother, not a father – Fr. Kelvin Ugwu tells single mothers celebrating themselves on Father’s day
r. Kelvin Ugwu, a Nigerian Catholic priest, expressed his view that a mother cannot fulfill the role of a father. This is coming after certain female celebrities wished themselves a Happy Father’s Day. In a Facebook post on Sunday, June 18, the cleric stated, “You are a mother, you are not a father. What a man can do, a woman can do, ONLY as a woman.”
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