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April 5, 2023

I warned Peter Obi that ‘Obidients’ would be his undoing in the election – Soyinka

Nobel laureate, Professor Wole Soyinka, has criticized the media for their responsibility in distorting his recent interview with Channels Television. Speaking in a statement titled “Media Responsibility,” he emphasized the importance of accurately transmitting spoken words to the public, especially in times of civic uncertainty. Soyinka expressed concern about the media’s tendency to take remarks... Read More
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April 5, 2023

Portable celebrates freedom by sharing food items on the street

Renowned Nigerian singer, Habeeb Okikiola, popularly known as Portable, has once again showcased his charitable heart following his recent release from custody. The artist was spotted on the streets of Lagos, distributing various food items to the delight of numerous people who gathered around him. In several videos shared on his social media pages, Portable... Read More
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April 5, 2023

NCC disavows leaked phone call between Obi and Oyedepo; Sanusi possible candidate for CBN governor under Tinubu presidency | 5 Things That Should Matter Today

Across Nigeria’s 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory, these are the five top Nigerian news stories you shouldn’t miss: NCC disavows leaked phone call between Obi and Oyedepo The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has issued a statement in response to allegations of cellphone tracking and leakage made against it by some individuals and groups on social media.... Read More
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April 4, 2023

Peter Obi denies ‘treason allegations’ and disavows undermining Nigeria

Peter Obi, the former governor of Anambra State and the presidential candidate of the Labour Party in the February 25, 2023 election, has recently come out to strongly refute allegations that his campaign was based on ethnicity or religion. These allegations were made by the Minister of Information and Culture, Lai Mohammed, during a media... Read More
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April 4, 2023

Supporting Muslim-Muslim ticket doesn’t make us less Christians – Fani-Kayode

Femi Fani-Kayode, Director of New Media of the All Progressives Congress Presidential Campaign Council, has defended his decision, as a Christian, to support the Muslim-Muslim ticket of the ruling party in the 2023 presidential election. In a recent tweet, Fani-Kayode stated that those who supported the ruling party’s presidential ticket are not inferior in the... Read More
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April 4, 2023

Firm claims credit for BVAS and IREV idea, files N77bn lawsuit against FG and INEC

US-based medical doctor Adah Obekpa and his company, Renaissance Network Africa (RNA), have filed a lawsuit against the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) and the federal government of Nigeria over an alleged failure to recognise them as the originators of the e-voting system used during elections. The suit was filed before the Abuja federal high... Read More
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April 4, 2023

Buhari, Tinubu, and APC Chair losing their states is proof of credible 2023 elections – Lai Mohammed

The Nigerian Federal Government has declared that President Muhammadu Buhari has fulfilled his commitment to leave a legacy of free, fair, and credible elections during the 2023 polls. Alhaji Lai Mohammed, the Minister of Information and Culture, announced this during his official engagements with international media organizations in Washington DC. In keeping with the President’s... Read More
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April 4, 2023

Anti-Tinubu air passenger arraigned, remanded in custody; Final year student shot dead in UNIBEN | 5 Things That Should Matter Today

Across Nigeria’s 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory, these are the five top Nigerian news stories you shouldn’t miss: Anti-Tinubu air passenger arraigned, remanded in custody An air passenger identified as Mr. Obiajulu Uja, who engaged in a lone protest demanding that President-elect Bola Tinubu must never be sworn in as president on May 29, has been... Read More
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April 3, 2023

Leaked audio involving Obi and Oyedepo a deep fake – LP campaign; Subsidy removal date to be determined by Tinubu after inauguration – APC | 5 Things That Should Matter Today

Across Nigeria’s 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory, these are the five top Nigerian news stories you shouldn’t miss: Leaked audio involving Obi and Oyedepo a deep fake – LP campaign The campaign committee for the Labour Party (LP) has stated that the All Progressives Congress (APC) is attempting to demarket Peter Obi, the LP’s presidential nominee.... Read More
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April 1, 2023

Chioma Fakorede, Ronke Giwa- Onafuwa (FLOW) Empowers Women at International Women’s Day Brunch

Ibadan, Nigeria – On March 23, 2023, FLOW -For the Love Of Women, a non-profit organisation focused on empowering women, hosted a brunch to celebrate International Women’s Day. The event, held at the prestigious Black Nile Ibadan, brought together 60 women from different backgrounds to connect, share their experiences and empower each other. The event... Read More
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April 1, 2023

Police set to bring six-count charge against Portable

The Nigerian singer, Habeeb Okikiola popularly known as Portable, will be facing a minimum of six charges in court for his alleged unruly conduct and incitement against police officers, according to the Police Force Public Relations Officer, CSP Muyiwa Adejobi. In response to a Twitter user’s query on why the police were slow to act... Read More
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April 1, 2023

APC plans solidarity march in US to counter protest by Obidients

The United States chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has announced plans to hold a solidarity march in support of Bola Tinubu, the declared winner of Nigeria’s presidential election. The march is scheduled to take place on April 3 at Lafayette Park in Washington D.C., opposite the White House. The event is intended to... Read More
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April 1, 2023

DSS apprehends Eze Ndigbo of Ajao Estate over threat to invite IPOB to Lagos

The Eze Ndigbo of Ajao Estate in Lagos State, Fredrick Nwajagu, has been apprehended by the Department of State Services (DSS) and the police, according to reports by the PUNCH. The Igbo leader was taken into custody on Saturday morning after being traced to a hotel in Ejigbo. It was reported that a team of... Read More
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April 1, 2023

Channels TV fined N5m by NBC for Datti Baba-Ahmed’s interview

Channels Television has been fined N5 million by the National Broadcasting Commission (NBC) for violating broadcasting laws during a programme with the Vice Presidential candidate of the Labour Party, Datti Baba-Ahmed. The commission’s Director-General, Balarabe Ilelah, signed a letter addressed to the television station’s Chief Executive Officer, which was obtained by the News Agency of... Read More
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April 1, 2023

APC dismisses proposed Tinubu protest at White House; Portable arrested by police for assault | 5 Things That Should Matter Today

Across Nigeria’s 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory, these are the five top Nigerian news stories you shouldn’t miss: APC dismisses proposed Tinubu protest at White House The APC United States National Youth Leader, Mr. Oyakhilome Bello, has dismissed the call for a protest against the election of Sen. Bola Tinubu as the President-elect of Nigeria. In... Read More
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March 31, 2023

Naira redesign contributed to exchange rate stability and is combating banditry – CBN

The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has attributed the relative stability in the exchange rate and the successful efforts in combating banditry and ransom-taking to its naira redesign policy. According to the CBN’s Acting Director of Corporate Communications, Dr. Abdulmumin Isa, the redesign of some denominations of naira was for the overall interest of Nigeria... Read More
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March 31, 2023

Former US President Donald Trump to face indictment for hush money payments

Hush money payments made to a pornstar by former US President Donald Trump before the 2016 election will result in criminal charges against him. No information about the charges against him has been made public. After looking into his claimed $130,000 hush money payment to Stormy Daniels, a grand jury has decided to charge him... Read More
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March 31, 2023

Davido Releases 17-Track Album ‘Timeless’

Nigerian Afrobeats sensation, Davido, has just released his highly anticipated album ‘Timeless’, which is his fourth studio album. The album features collaborations with several artists, including Asake, Fave, Focalistic, Angelique Kidjo, and Skepta, among others. The 17-track album features diverse tunes that showcase Davido’s versatility as an artist. Davido took to his social media page... Read More
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March 31, 2023

Guber Polls: APC claims absence of voter intimidation or violence in Lagos; Tinubu files petition with NBC, calls for Channels TV to face sanctions | 5 Things That Should Matter Today

Across Nigeria’s 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory, these are the five top Nigerian news stories you shouldn’t miss: Guber Polls: APC claims absence of voter intimidation or violence in Lagos The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Lagos State has denied allegations of violence during the recently concluded elections. At a news conference held in Ikeja on... Read More
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March 30, 2023

Mercy Chinwo files N2bn lawsuit against musician Obidiz for using her name in secular song

Mercy Chinwo, a renowned gospel singer, has issued a legal warning to fellow Nigerian musician, Obidiz Lawson, for the unauthorized use of her name in a derogatory and defamatory manner. Obidiz, who recently released an album, included a single track titled ‘Mercy Chinwo’ that has raised concerns from Mercy over its content. In the notice... Read More
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March 30, 2023

Davido puts rumors to rest and publicly acknowledges his marriage to Chioma

The Afrobeats superstar Davido recently confirmed his marriage to Chioma Rowland. After the tragic loss of his son Ifeanyi, age 3, on October 30, 2022, the artist went on an indefinite social media break. Announcing the March 31 publication of his fourth studio album, ‘Timeless,’ marked his return to social media on March 21. Nonetheless,... Read More
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March 30, 2023

Nothing can stop the transition, Tinubu won the presidential elections – Omole

Director of Diaspora Directorate of Nigeria’s President-Elect, Sen. Bola Tinubu, Mr. Ade Omole, has reassured the international community of Tinubu’s readiness to work with world leaders towards the advancement of humanity. Speaking on Wednesday in Abuja during a programme organized by Patriots in Defence of Democracy to celebrate Tinubu’s 71st birthday, Omole gave the assurance... Read More
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March 30, 2023

DSS Confirms Plot for Interim Government in Nigeria; I Won’t Run From EFCC After Handover – Wike | 5 Things That Should Matter Today

Across Nigeria’s 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory, these are the five top Nigerian news stories you shouldn’t miss: DSS Confirms Plot for Interim Government in Nigeria In a statement released on Wednesday, the DSS claimed to have uncovered “key players” in the plan to establish an interim government in Nigeria. This was announced in a succession... Read More
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