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Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) presidential candidate Atiku Abubakar shared a detailed post on X, explaining the policies he would have implemented as president. In the post, he emphasized more strategic economic planning, addressing Nigeria’s subsidy system gradually, and improving security. Atiku highlighted his focus on a phased approach to subsidy removal, robust social protections, and…

Rivers State Governor, Sir Siminalayi Fubara, on Sunday, honored the 18th anniversary celebration of Omega Power Ministries (OPM) Worldwide alongside the 51st birthday of the church’s General Overseer, Apostle Chibuzor Gift Chinyere. The occasion, held at OPM’s headquarters, Doctor Jesus City in Mbodo, Aluu near Port Harcourt, witnessed a large gathering of notable personalities and…

Kehinde Fajobi An officer attached to the Otuocha Area Command in Anambra East Local Government Area, Anambra State, has reportedly shot dead a male commercial bus driver during a dispute over a ₦100 bribe at a checkpoint. A witness at the scene, a commercial driver named Kamtochukwu, described the incident, which took place on Saturday,…

Kehinde Fajobi As the November 16 governorship election in Ondo State approaches, the Labour Party (LP) and its candidate, Chief Olusola Ebiseni, have voiced their strong disapproval over being excluded from a gubernatorial candidates’ debate hosted by Channels Television. The debate, scheduled for Sunday, November 3, has only invited two candidates: Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa of…

Segun Ayinde, Abeokuta The Olowu of Owu, Ọba Saka Matemilola, has been inducted into the Nigeria Book of Records, recognizing his significant humanitarian contributions to empower his community and improve living standards within and beyond his kingdom in Abeokuta, Ogun State. The ceremony took place at the Olusegun Obasanjo Presidential Library (OOPL) during the 7th…

… As Deputy Ewhrudjakpo, Sen. Dickson, Ex-President Jonathan’s wife, Patience, NDDC MD, Others Grace Occasion Bayelsa Governor, Senator Douye Diri alongside his wife, Dr. (Mrs.) Gloria Diri, today led Bayelsans to God in the State’s Annual Thanksgiving service at the Ecumenical Centre, Igbogene,Yenagoa. The Governor, in his remark, noted that Bayelsans have every reason to…

Kehinde Fajobi Senator Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, the presidential candidate of the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP) and leader of the Kwankwasiyya movement, has voiced strong objections to the bail conditions imposed on the minors arrested during the #EndBadGovernance protests. In a post on his Facebook page, Kwankwaso expressed his shock regarding the treatment of the…

Kehinde Fajobi Edo State Governor Godwin Obaseki has expressed his desire not to be remembered for his numerous political conflicts. He made this remark on Friday during a media interaction following the commissioning of the Airport Road Parks and Garden in Benin City, the state capital. When asked how he would like to be remembered…

As investigations to ascertain the cause of the Sikorsky SK76 helicopter crash continue, the Director-General of the Nigerian Safety Investigation Bureau (NSIB), Captain Alex Badeh, has given assurance of transparency and accountability. This is contained in a statement signed by the bureau’s Director of Public Affairs and Family Assistance, Mrs Bimbo Oladeji, on Saturday in…

Kehinde Fajobi The Nigeria Police Force (NPF) has defended the recent arraignment of 76 individuals in connection with charges of terrorism, arson, and treasonable felony, asserting that the process adhered to due legal procedures, the rule of law, and compassion. In a statement issued by Force Public Relations, FPRO, Assistant Commissioner of Police, (ACP), Olumuyiwa…

A former Deputy National Publicity Secretary of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Timi Frank, has condemned the ruling of a Federal High Court seizing the monthly allocations accruing to Rivers State, describing it as a sinister plot to sack Governor Siminalayi Fubara from office. Frank in a statement described the court decision as one of…

Liverpool have reclaimed the top position in the Premier League following a thrilling 2-1 comeback victory over Brighton at Anfield on Saturday. An early goal by Kadioglu F. put Brighton ahead in the 14th minute, but Liverpool responded with two second-half strikes. Cody Gakpo netted the equalizer in the 69th minute, and Mohamed Salah clinched…

Kehinde Fajobi Minister of Women’s Affairs, Imaan Sulaiman-Ibrahim, voiced deep concern over the detention of 32 children, reportedly arrested on August 3, 2024, during the #EndBadGovernance protests in Kano and Kaduna states. In a statement on Saturday, Sulaiman-Ibrahim acknowledged the public’s unease about the children’s treatment and rights. She stated, “The Ministry is taking active…

Kehinde Fajobi The Nigeria Police Force has stated that individuals above the age of seven can legally face court charges, amid public backlash over the arraignment of young #EndBadGovernance protesters at the Federal High Court in Abuja. Police spokesperson Olumuyiwa Adejobi addressed the matter on Friday, citing Nigerian law that permits prosecution of minors above…

Kehinde Fajobi Nigerian-born British politician, Kemi Badenoch has become the first Black woman to lead the UK’s Conservative Party, winning a decisive victory in the party’s leadership race and pledging a fresh start to steer the party back to its founding values. Badenoch, who garnered 57% of the party members’ vote over former immigration minister…

The Association of Bloggers and Journalists Against Fake News (ABJFN) joins the global community in commemorating the International Day to End Impunity for Crimes Against Journalists. In a statement signed by its National President, Comrade James Ezema, ABJFN noted that “As we mark this significant day, we demand an end to impunity against journalists and…

Kehinde Fajobi The Federal Government has initiated payments to clear outstanding salaries owed to members of the Non-Academic Staff Union (NASU) of Federal Universities and to settle benefits for retirees under the Nigerian Union of Pensioners Contributory Pension Scheme. In a statement on Saturday, Bawa Mokwa, Director of Press and Public Relations for the Office…

Kehinde Fajobi The Nigerian Army has announced the capture of Abubakar Ibrahim, a high-profile terrorist leader known as Habu Dogo, as part of intensified operations across the nation. According to Edward Buba, Director of Defence Media Operations, the arrest took place earlier this week in Rumji Village, Illela Local Government Area of Sokoto State. Buba…

Nigerian DJ, Florence Otedola, widely recognized as DJ Cuppy, recently hinted she might be stepping away from her career. In a message shared on her X handle, Cuppy expressed that while DJing has been her passion, this year she’s felt called to elevate her journey and create a more significant impact. “DJing is my passion,…

American rapper Cardi B recently voiced her frustration over the negative stereotypes successful women encounter in today’s society. She highlighted how, even though women often put in significantly more effort and outperform their male peers, their accomplishments are frequently diminished, attributed to physical appearance, or dismissed as mere manipulation of their bodies to get ahead.…