Tag: statement

Ongoing unfortunate orchestrated efforts to delegitimize the OBIdient Movement will fail – Peter Obi

Presidential candidate of the Labour Party (LP), Peter Obi, has encouraged his supporters not to relent in their quest to create a New Nigeria that is POssible, despite the challenges…

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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…

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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…

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Hacker posted fake CBN statement on my social media – Aisha Buhari

Aisha Buhari, the wife of President Muhammadu Buhari, says the false statement on the extension of the old naira currency deadline, posted on her social media accounts, was the work…

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CBN disputes statement shared by Aisha Buhari on naira notes deadline

The CBN of Nigeria has denied claims that it will keep old naira notes in circulation until May 1, 2023. On Tuesday, a statement attributed to CBN spokesman Osita Nwanisobi…

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This statement clearly shows Okorocha is out of touch with reality

Imo governor, Rochas Okorocha on Tuesday said no responsibility reasonable Imo indigene will protest against him. In a statement by his Chief Press Secretary,  Mr. Sam Onwuemeodo, the governor said…

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Explosion rocks New York and we can’t wait for Trump’s statement

One suspect has been arrested after an explosion near New York City’s Port Authority bus terminal on Monday morning, the New York Police Department has said. NYPD said several people were…

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Your last minute guide to street style at #LFDW2017

Here’s for those who will be attending the Heineken Lagos Fashion and Design Week starting tonight and are yet to …

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Saraki’s statement about IPOB shows he hates Nigeria – Herdsmen

The Miyetti Allah Cattle Breeders Association of Nigeria has urged the Federal Government to investigate Senate President, Bukola Saraki over his statement on the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB). National…

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[The Activism Blog] The Senate’s statement on protests demanding Buhari’s resignation is foolish

The Bukola Saraki-led eighth Senate has been a plethora of jesters. Irrespective of party affiliation they are all the same and have contributed little or nothing to national development. If…

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Don’t talk down on citizens | Ezekwesili tells Saraki over statement on Melaye’s recall

Former Minister of Education, Oby Ezekwesili has berated Senate President Bukola Saraki for saying the process of recalling Dino Melaye from the Senate was "a waste of time." Saraki during…

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Fashola vs NASS: Five quips from the Minister that totally shades NASS

by Alexander O. Onukwue He made observations that, as a Federal Minister, he was well entitled to make, and they came for him. In his response, he has taken no…

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The Kaduna Declaration: Every Northern governor should reproduce El-Rufai’s statement

by Alexander O. Onukwue The Governor of Kaduna, Mallam Nasir El-Rufai, has reacted swiftly to the declaration that called for all Igbos in the North to vacate before the 1st…

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No bomb explosion in Lagos– Police

The Lagos State Police Command on Saturday said reports of  bomb blast in the Oshodi area of Lagos was false. Spokesman of the command, ASP Olarinde Famous-Cole in a statement said…

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“President Buhari is an Igbo hater, radical Islamist and a racist” | 5 things we learnt from Fani-Kayode’s recent statement

by Tolu Omoyeni   Former Minister of Aviation, Femi Fani-Kayode is not a fan of President Muhammadu Buhari or his administration and he has never failed to severely criticize his…

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Don’t provoke Nnamdi Kanu to speak, IPOB warns

by Dolapo Adelana The Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) has warned people against provoking its leader, Nnamdi Kanu, to talk. It said certain people were making provocative statements that would…

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Meningitis: “Practice what you preach…” | Yari replies Emir Sanusi

by Dolapo Adelana Zamfara Governor Abdulaziz Yari has urged Emir Muhammadu Sanusi II to focus on the betterment of the lives of his subjects, according to Premium Times. Yari who…

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Certificate scandal: ABU reverses decision to release statement

The management of Ahmadu Bello University on Wednesday reversed its decision to publish a statement addressing claims that Senator Dino Melaye didn't graduate from the institution as claimed. The Information…

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Chimamanda

‘I want to put my defensiveness aside’ | Chimamanda issues a non-apology for her recent comments (READ)

Nigerian-born author, Chimamanda Adichie has clarified her statement on transgender women. Adichie in an interview with UK's Channel 4 news had said it was difficult for her to equate the…

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“There may be need for follow-ups” | Buhari says more London trips might be ahead

by Dolapo Adelana President Muhammadu Buhari has hinted that he may have to embark on more medical checkups. Buhari, who returned on Friday said this in a statement where he…

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Britain suppressing quest for Biafra – IPOB

by Dolapo Adelana The Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) has accused Britain of using the Nigerian government to suppress the actualisation of Biafra. IPOB made the disclosure in a statement…

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BREAKING: Why I extended my vacation – Buhari

by Dolapo Adelana President Muhammadu Buhari has told Nigerians that there is no need to worry over his health status. Buhari said this in a statement issued on Tuesday by…

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CNN responds to Trump’s allegations of false reporting

CNN has responded to allegations by President-elect of the United States, Donald Trump that it had reported falsely against him. In a statement on Wednesday, the organisation maintained that it…

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Senate to investigate Southern Kaduna killings – Saraki

Senate President, Dr Abubakar Bukola Saraki on Tuesday pledged that the Nigerian Senate, upon resumption, will look into the crises that have led to the wanton loss of lives and…

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‘We are suffering…’ | Atiku speaks on Nigeria’s economy

Former Vice President and chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Atiku Abubakar says Nigerians are suffering and "have been dealt a cruel hand" in 2016 by the economy. Atiku, who…

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Former Rivers state governor, Rotimi Amaechi indicted by Justice Oremeji's probe report

Withdraw allegations against Amaechi or go to jail, APC threatens Justice Okoro

The Rivers State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has threatened to 'send a justice of the Supreme Court, Justice Okoro Inyang to jail' if he does not withdraw his bribery…

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Kannywood actress Rahama Sadau reacts to expulsion

Kannywood actress Rahama Sadau has reacted to her expulsion from the film industry by the Motion Pictures Practitioners Association of Nigeria (MOPPAN). In a statement released on Tuesday to her fans…

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This is why Arik Air suspended its operations

Few hours ago we reported the news that Arik Air operations were grounded. Arik Airline has now issued a statement giving reasons for the temporary disruption to its operations. The…

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Militants being used by Jonathan’s associates to destabilise Buhari’s govt – MEND

The Movement for the Emancipation of the Niger Delta (MEND) has reacted to the denial of former minister of state for petroleum resources, Odein Ajumogobia. Odein Ajumogobia had been alleged…

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