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Jul

2024

Corruption: I’m Surprised Nigeria Is Still Surviving – EFCC Chairman

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Corruption: I Wonder How Nigeria Is Still Surviving – EFCC Chairman The Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, Ola Olukoyede, has decried the magnitude of stealing by corrupt elements in the country. He said anytime he checks case files and sees the amount stolen, he wonders how the country still exists, adding that if Nigerians saw some case files they would weep. According to a statement on Tuesday by the EFCC’s Head of Media and Publicity, Dele Oyewale, the chairman stated this while receiving the management team of the Revenue Mobilisation Allocation and Fiscal Commission led by its…

Jul

2024

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Wike Challenges Senator Ireti Kingibe For Popularity In 2027 Election In FCT

Abuja, Columns/Opinions/Letters, News Flash, Politics

Wike Fires Back at Senator Ireti Kingibe: “I challenge you, if you’re popular in 2027, come and run under Abuja In a heated exchange, the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has responded sharply to comments made by Senator Ireti Kingibe of the Labour Party. Wike’s remarks were direct and provocative, challenging Kingibe’s popularity and political prospects. “If you’re angry, go and hang yourselves on a transformer!,” Wike declared. “I challenge you, if you’re popular in 2027, come and run under Abuja, we’ll fail you.” The minister’s comments were in response to criticism from Senator Kingibe, reflecting…

Jul

2024

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How Iyabo Ojo Politicized Mohbad’s Death – Seun Kuti

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How Iyabo Ojo Politicised Mohbad’s Death – Seun Kuti Afrobeat musician Seun Kuti has fired shots Nollywood actress Iyabo Ojo, accusing her of politicising the tragic death of music artist Mohbad. This is coming after the actress called out Seun for siding with self-proclaimed activist Very Dark Man amid their ongoing tussle. In his reaction, the son of Afrobeat legend Fela took to his Instagram livestream to express his views on the spat between the pair. While speaking, he accused the actress of using Mohbad’s death to push an agenda against singer Naira Marley. He said, “I don’t do personal…

Jul

2024

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VeryDarkMan: Seun Kuti Dares Iyabo Ojo, ‘Come For My Arrest’

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VeryDarkMan: ‘Come For My Arrest’ Seun Kuti Dares Iyabo Ojo Afrobeats singer Seun Kuti has responded to Iyabo Ojo’s allegations that he was enabling VeryDarkMan’s online antics. Kuti denied being a “confusionist,” stating that his issue lies with Ojo using her influence to arrest VeryDarkMan, rather than their social media feud. He further challenged Ojo, daring her also to come and arrest him. In a video message shared via his Instagram account, Kuti said: “I’m not a ‘confusionist’. And there was no time I opposed you fighting VeryDarkMan. I only said you shouldn’t be locking people up. “If you’re angry,…

Jul

2024

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They’ll Keep Arresting Me, I Can’t Stop – VeryDarkMan Reacts To Arrest

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They’ll Keep Arresting Me, I Can't Stop– VeryDarkMan Reacts To Arrest Popular social media influencer Martins Otse, known as VeryDarkMan, has reacted to his recent arrest, declaring that he will not cease his activism despite repeated detentions, as he is committed to helping others. He made this statement on his Instagram page in a video posted on Sunday, June 30, 2024, where he detailed his ordeal with the police, who had called him in for a statement. VeryDarkMan also expressed his resolve to continue his activism, stating he has become deeply involved. He wrote, “The painful part of this whole…

Jul

2024

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The Daura Homage Of The Disgruntled And The Obsessed Northern Politicians Will Fail – Senator Shehu Sani

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The Daura Homage of The Disgruntled And The Obsessed Northern Politicians Will Fail - Senator Shehu Sani The recent visits by some prominent Northern politicians to Daura appears to be the Usual Eid homage,but looking deeper and beyond the facade,it’s surreptitiously a new attempt to build a strong northern alliance using ex President Buhari as a rallying point to challenge and evict President Tinubu’s Government in 2027.It’s a regrouping of Northern political forces for the next general election.A project that will eventually kiss the dust. They want to resurrect Buhari’s political charm and mobilise the gullible.Thesame Buhari that led Nigeria…

Jun

2024

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Nnamdi Kanu’s Continuous Detention Is Unreasonable – Peter Obi

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There Is No Reason for Nnamdi Kanu’s Continued Detention – Peter Obi Declares The presidential candidate of the Labour Party, Peter Obi, has appealed to President Bola Tinubu to release Nnamdi Kanu, the detained leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), and other freedom fighters in detention According to Obi, Kanu’s continued detention is unjustified. He said, “I don’t see any reason for his continuous detention, especially as the courts have granted him bail. The government must obey the court.” He made the demands in a press briefing on Saturday in Onitsha, Anambra State. He added, “The rule of…

Jun

2024

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Why I Don’t Wear Wristwatches – Ooni Of Ife

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Why I Don’t Wear Wristwatches – Ooni Of Ife A foremost traditional ruler, the Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Enitan Babatunde Ogunwusi, (Ojaja II), has shared some personal details about his fashion sense. The monarch stated that he does not wear wristwatches and has a passion for designing his own shoes He made the disclosure in a recent interview with journalists in Lagos, where he unveiled his grand plans for his 50th birthday celebration, among other topical issues. The Ooni revealed that he does not wear wristwatches because he believes that time belongs to God. “For me, every second counts,…

Jun

2024

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Facebook Approves Nigeria As Eligible For Content Monetization

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Facebook Approves Nigeria As Eligible For Content Monetisation AttNews reports that Facebook has approved Nigeria for content monetisation. There are many ways to earn money from Facebook, but some people don’t know how to check and see if they have qualified for monetisation. These are the simple steps to take if one wants to know if they are qualified to monetise their content on Facebook. Log into your Facebook page or professional profile The first step is to head to Facebook and log into your professional profile or page whichever one you are posting content on. You must be an…

Jun

2024

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‘Is It The Fear Of Peter Obi Or The Fear Of Igboman’ – Sidney Dike(ABIA Politician)

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Judging From What Wole Soyinka Said, Is It The Fear Of Peter Obi Or The Fear Of Igboman- Sidney Dike Chief Sidney Dike, a seasoned politician and former governorship aspirant of Abia State, explored the historical and contemporary challenges faced by the Igbo people in their quest for the Nigerian presidency. He said that it’ll be difficult for an Igboman to become the president of Nigeria. Chief Dike acknowledged the significant strides made by Peter Obi, whose recent political endeavours have brought the possibility of an Igbo presidency closer than ever before. According to Dike, Obi’s efforts have resonated particularly…