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February 1, 2023

Some elements in Aso Villa want APC to lose the elections – El-Rufai

The governor of Kaduna, Nasir el-Rufai, asserts that there are saboteurs in President Muhammadu Buhari’s government who are seeking to undermine the All Progressives Congress (APC) during the polls. He stated that the majority of them are not party members and are angry that their favored candidate did not win the party’s presidential nomination. On... Read More
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February 1, 2023

Obi failed as governor, don’t make him president – Tinubu tells Anambra residents; Senate gives Pantami 48 hours to account for N13.9 billion | 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: Obi failed as governor, don’t make him president – Tinubu tells Anambra residents Bola Tinubu, the presidential candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC), says Peter Obi, standard bearer of the Labour Party (LP), is a... Read More
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January 31, 2023

Banks will accept old notes after deadline – Emefiele

Godwin Emefiele, governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria, informed the House of Representatives on Tuesday that commercial banks in Nigeria will continue to accept old naira bills from customers after the February 10 deadline. Emefiele revealed this when testifying before the House’s ad hoc committee on the CBN naira redesign strategy, however, he did... Read More
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January 31, 2023

Fuel scarcity may affect elections logistics – INEC

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) reports that logistics for the upcoming elections may be impacted by the petrol shortage. INEC chairman Mahmood Yakubu stated on Tuesday at a consultative meeting with the National Union of Road Transport Workers (NURTW) that logistics has been a persistent concern in Nigerian election administration. According to him, this... Read More
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January 31, 2023

Arsenal and Chelsea agree to a £12 million Jorginho deal

Arsenal and Chelsea have agreed to a $14.8 million (£12 million) agreement for Jorginho. The 31-year-old is scheduled to go to Arsenal’s training facility today after agreeing to terms with the north London club. The deal is subject to a medical exam. Jorginho will sign a deal with Arsenal through 2024, with an additional year... Read More
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January 31, 2023

Nigeria becomes the first African country to receive Elon Musk’s Starlink service

SpaceX, the Space Exploration Technologies Corporation, said on Monday that it has launched Starlink services in Nigeria. This makes Nigeria the first country in Africa to get these services. In 2019, SpaceX unveiled its Starlink satellite broadband network. The platform’s aim is to cover the entire world with mobile phone service after 2023, and it... Read More
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January 31, 2023

Any attempt to slam anti-party allegations against me will have consequences – Wike warns PDP leadership; Cashless system can help track election financing in Nigeria – Osinbajo | 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: Any attempt to slam anti-party allegations against me will  have consequences – Wike warns PDP leadership Rivers State Governor Nyesom Wike has stated that he will “strike back” at the Peoples Democratic Party’s national leadership on... Read More
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January 30, 2023

BBNaija’s Ka3na receives social media backlash for faking pregnancy to promote new business

Ka3na, a former contestant on Big Brother Naija, has been the target of criticism online for using a fake pregnancy and baby’s birth to promote her new company. According to reports, the reality TV actress gave birth to her second kid in the UK yesterday, January 29, and she planned to show off her new arrival... Read More
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January 30, 2023

FG okays U.S. visa ban on democracy saboteurs

The Federal Government asserts that any action taken against those who undermine the nation’s democracy, which has been nurtured by the blood of many patriots, is appropriate and justifiable. Alhaji Lai Mohammed, Minister of Information and Culture, said this on Monday in Abuja during the 20th edition of President Muhammadu Buhari’s (PMB) Administration Scorecard Series... Read More
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January 30, 2023

DSS arrests syndicates selling new notes, bank officials implicated

The Department of State Services (DSS) has reportedly apprehended members of organized syndicates involved in the selling of newly redesigned naira banknotes. According to a statement released on Monday by the DSS’s spokesperson, Dr. Peter Afunanya, the Service’s investigations have also shown that some Commercial Bank executives are assisting in economic wrongdoing. As a result,... Read More
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January 30, 2023

Reps committee rejects CBN deadline extension on old naira notes; Eight die as truck falls on bus at Ojuelegba | 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: Reps committee rejects CBN deadline extension on old naira notes A house of representatives ad hoc committee has rejected the deadline extension for the validity of the old naira notes. The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN)... Read More
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January 28, 2023

Efforts are ongoing to ensure improved distribution of the new naira notes – Buhari

President Muhammadu Buhari has stated that efforts are being made to enhance the circulation of the new naira notes. According to Garba Shehu, the president’s spokesperson, the decision to redesign the naira notes was made to curb illegal cash hoarding. While recognizing reports of long lines at banks, Buhari stated that the Central Bank of... Read More
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January 28, 2023

Jandor’s convoy attacked by thugs, three injured

Abdul-Azeez Adediran alias Jandor, the governorship candidate for the Peoples Democratic Party of Lagos State, was attacked in the Coker area of Aguda in the Surulere Local Government Area of the state. During the attack on Adediran’s convoy on Friday, three people were hurt and it was reported that several suspects had discharged firearms and... Read More
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January 28, 2023

I no longer have feelings for Khosi – Miracle tells Yemi #BBTitans

Drama is finally being delivered by the Big Brother Titans program, and the internet is loving every minute of it. Khosi, a South African roommate, was challenged to tell the truth about her relationship with Miracle during a game of truth or dare. Yemi stopped Khosi from telling Miracle what was going on, which made... Read More
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January 28, 2023

Many people made fun of me when I transitioned from Highlife to Afropop – Adekunle Gold

Adekunle Gold, the artist, has disclosed that he was ridiculed by critics when he transitioned from Highlife to Afropop. The musician debuted in 2015 with the tune ‘Sade,’ a highlife rendition of One Direction’s ‘Story of My Life’ Subsequently, Adekunle Gold got a contract with YBNL and released his self-titled debut studio album. However, between 2019... Read More
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January 28, 2023

It’s the turn of youths to take back Nigeria – Peter Obi; Court Rejects Tinubu Disqualification Suit | 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: It’s the turn of youths to take back Nigeria – Peter Obi Peter Obi, the Labour Party (LP) presidential candidate, claims he would end the cycle of poverty in Nigeria if elected. Obi spoke during a... Read More
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January 27, 2023

BREAKING: Court overturns Adeleke’s win, names Oyetola Osun governor

The Election Petition Tribunal hearing the APC and Adegboyega Oyetola’s petition against the victory of the PDP’s Ademola Adeleke on Friday annulled the result of the July 16 Osun governorship poll. Justice Tetsea Kume, while delivering a majority decision declared that INEC did not comply substantially with the Constitution and the provisions of the Electoral... Read More
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January 27, 2023

Gospel Filmmaker Mike Bamiloye criticizes Nigerian actors for kissing and romancing in films

Mike Abayomi Bamiloye, a gospel filmmaker and actor, has reprimanded Nigerian actors and filmmakers who engage in on-set romance and kissing. The director addressed this problem on his Instagram page on Thursday, calling out movie filmmakers for the roles they provide actors and actresses. He wrote, “Hear me, actors and actresses. Dear movie-maker, you think... Read More
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January 27, 2023

Funke Akindele’s colleagues not supporting her, could it be envy? – Austin Faani

Austin Faani, a director and Chacha Eke’s spouse, has questioned why actresses are supposedly not campaigning for Funke Akindele. Akindele revealed in July 2022 that she is the running partner of Olajide ‘Jandor’ Adediran, the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) gubernatorial candidate in Lagos, ahead of next month’s elections. On October 19, Adediran and Akindele launched... Read More
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January 27, 2023

PDP sabotaging fuel supply to blackmail federal govt – Tinubu; Despite arrest threats, Emefiele fails to appear before reps | 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: PDP sabotaging fuel supply to blackmail federal govt – Tinubu Asiwaju Bola Tinubu, the presidential candidate for the All Progressives Congress (APC), has once more accused the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) of sabotaging the country’s fuel... Read More
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January 26, 2023

I didn’t brush or bathe for days – Chidi Mokeme on filming Shanty Town

The Nigerian actor Chidi Mokeme has discussed how he was able to interpret his character in the six-part television series “Shanty Town.” The show chronicles a gang of prostitutes’ struggle to break away from the influence of a notorious kingpin, despite the fact that they quickly discover that doing so will be exceedingly difficult due... Read More
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January 26, 2023

Gerard Piqué shows off new girlfriend, months after separation from Shakira

Former soccer player Gerard Piqué has gone public with his new lover, seven months after divorcing Shakira. The former Spain and Barcelona defender posted a selfie with his 23-year-old girlfriend Clara Chia Marti on Instagram on Wednesday. The 35-year-old left the snapshot without a caption. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Gerard... Read More
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January 26, 2023

CBN Bans Dollar Charges On Domestic Transactions

The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has said that with the launch of the National Domestic Card system, Afrigo, it would set a deadline for the existing card schemes in the country, after which they will no longer be valid for domestic transactions. Godwin Emefiele, governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria, stated on Thursday,... Read More
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January 26, 2023

Mercy Johnson joins husband for APC campaign in Edo

Nollywood Actress, Mercy Johnson has joined her husband, Prince Okojie, on his campaign trail in Edo state. Under the banner of the All Progressives Congress, Okojie is running for the federal seat of Esan north-east/south-east (APC). The actress posted a video from their community campaign outing on her Instagram page on Wednesday. In the footage, Okojie is... Read More
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January 26, 2023

Tragedy as Nigerian Air Force accidentally bombs 100 civilians; Northerners conspiring for Shettima to replace Tinubu as president – Naja’atu Mohammed | 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: Tragedy as Nigerian Air Force accidentally bombs 100 civilians A recent report by the People’s Gazette has revealed that the Nigerian Air Force launched yet another erroneous operation that resulted in a large number of civilian casualties. Tuesday... Read More
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January 25, 2023

I am appealing to Igbo region at large to vote for my father because I married an Igbo lady – Seyi Tinubu

Seyi Tinubu, son of Bola Tinubu, presidential candidate for the All Progressives Congress (APC), has been given a chieftaincy title in Anambra state. Igwe Peter Anukwui, the traditional monarch of the Mbaukwu kingdom, bestowed the title of “Nwannedinamba” on Seyi. On Tuesday, January 24, 2023, a ceremony was conducted at the state’s Awka South Local... Read More
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