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I refused to perform at Tinubu’s inauguration concert because N10m but wanted to give me N5m – Singer Portable
Portable, a singer whose real name is Habeeb Okikiola, has revealed that he declined to perform at the Tinubu inauguration concert held on Thursday, May 25, in Abuja. He stated that the reason for his decision was that the organizers of the event offered him a payment of N5 million instead of the agreed-upon N10 million for his performance. He explained that he had been informed that there was a budget of N10 million allocated…
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Presidential Election: The Supreme Court’s dismissal of the case is not a setback to my quest for justice – Atiku
Atiku Abubakar, the presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in the recently concluded February 25 presidential election, has responded to the recent Supreme Court judgment that dismissed the disqualification suit against President-elect Bola Ahmed Tinubu and Vice President-elect Kashim Shettima. Atiku argued that the Court’s dismissal of the case does not hinder his pursuit of justice, as he firmly believes that the President-elect was not eligible to contest the election. He maintained that…
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No matter how much a woman has, her husband is the prize, if she does not submit tell her another woman is coming – Nigerian Journalist tells Men
Ogar Solomon, a Nigerian journalist and publisher, has advised men to tell their wives that “another wife is coming” if they are facing issues with their wives’ lack of submission. In a Facebook post shared on Friday, May 26, Solomon expressed that there is nothing wrong with loving one’s woman wholeheartedly and being vulnerable around her, as long as she is a good partner. However, he cautioned against displaying weakness, as it can potentially lead…
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Soonest the egg go break, May Yul Edochie will laugh – Rita Edochie
Actress Rita Edochie has expressed her belief that May, the wife of actor Yul Edochie, will find joy again. Taking to Instagram on the morning of May 26, Rita, shared a post stating that the “egg” will soon break, implying that May’s current challenges will come to an end. She also offered a prayer, wishing tears and agony upon anyone who has caused May pain. Rita’s message conveyed her optimism that May will experience happiness…
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Supreme Court dismisses PDP suit against Tinubu, Shettima
The inauguration of President-elect Bola Ahmed Tinubu and Vice President-elect Kashim Shettima has received the judicial seal of approval from the Supreme Court. On Friday, the Court dismissed a suit filed by the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) seeking the disqualification of Tinubu and Shettima from the 2023 presidential election. The Apex Court declared that the PDP’s suit lacked merit and held that the party had no jurisdiction to initiate such a case. Justice Adamu Jauro,…
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I was paid with a bottle of drink for my first movie soundtrack – Stanley Okorie
Stanley Okorie, a renowned Nollywood soundtrack star, and singer, recently shared an interesting anecdote about his early career in the industry. He revealed that he received a bottle of Sprite as payment for his first movie soundtrack. During his appearance as a guest on the Osikoya Speaks audiovisual podcast hosted by Wonu Osikoya, the veteran artist recounted how Nollywood was facing financial constraints when he entered the movie industry. He said; “The first soundtrack I…
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I didn’t know anything about the education sector when I was appointed Minister – Adamu Adamu
During a valedictory session with officials and heads of parastatals of the Ministry on Thursday, May 25, Adamu Adamu, the outgoing Minister of Education, revealed that he initially had no knowledge of the education sector when he was first appointed by President Muhammadu Buhari in 2015. Adamu, who holds the record for the longest-serving minister, expressed gratitude for being able to make a positive impact during his tenure. He attributed his success to the appointment…
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Nigerians will beg Tinubu for a second term – APC Women Leader, Betta Edu
Betta Edu, the National Women Leader of the All Progressives Congress (APC), has expressed her belief that Nigerians will urge President-elect Bola Tinubu to run for a second term once he completes his initial tenure. During an interview with Channels Television on Thursday night, May 25, Edu, who previously served as the Commissioner for Health in Cross River State, made this statement. Edu highlighted President Muhammadu Buhari’s speech at the state banquet, in which he…
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Renaming the Second Niger Bridge after Buhari should not be allowed. The bridge must be renamed with a meritorious Igbo name – IPOB
The Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) has expressed their disapproval of naming the Second Niger Bridge after President Buhari, stating that it should instead bear the name of a prominent Igbo figure. During the bridge’s commissioning on Tuesday, May 23, the Minister of Works and Housing, Babatunde Fashola, announced that, following consultations, the South-East governors had agreed to name the bridge after President Buhari. However, in a statement issued by IPOB spokesperson Emma Powerful, the…
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Don’t be in a hurry to leave your Parent’s house – VJ Adams tells Teenagers
VJ Adams, a well-known media personality, has offered guidance to teenagers, advising them not to rush into moving out of their parent’s homes. He expressed concerns about the prevailing trend among teenagers who opt to rent their own apartments, stating that it is not economically advantageous. The on-air personality (OAP) suggested that teenagers whose parents reside in favorable locations should consider staying with their parents until their mid to late 20s. By doing so, they…
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Nigerian Activist raises alarm over Snakebite Initiations in Delta Schools
Nigerian activist, Harrison Gwamnishu, has raised an alarm concerning the alleged initiation of students into a cult in certain primary and secondary schools in Asaba, Delta State. Gwamnishu took to his social media platforms on Wednesday, May 24, 2023, to share this information. He claimed that a ritual known as “snake bite” had reportedly been carried out on 61 students in a private school in Asaba. Accompanied by videos and a picture displaying the marks…
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Seun Kuti leaves the country for Zurich hours after release from prison
Seun Kuti has departed the country shortly after his release from prison, less than 48 hours ago. The Afrobeat legend had been held at the State Criminal Investigations and Intelligence Department (SCIID) in Panti, Yaba, Lagos, following an order from the Yaba Chief Magistrate Court. The court had remanded him for allegedly assaulting a police officer, as seen in a viral video. However, on Tuesday, he was granted bail after spending eight days in custody.…
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