“Political Dynamics Unfold in Kano: Governor Yusuf Kwankwaso’s Potential Move from NNPP to APC Sparks Interest” Kano, located in the northwest geopolitical zone of Nigeria, stands out as one of the nation’s most politically aware states, boasting the highest population. The political landscape in Kano is inherently charged, particularly due to the vested interests of…
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“Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Ogunwusi, Issues Warning to EFCC Chairman Ola Olukoyode: Tenure in Jeopardy Following Vows to Target Presidency, Judiciary, and Legislature” During a recent statement, Oba Adeyeye Ogunwusi, the revered Ooni of Ife, expressed concern over the tenure of EFCC Chairman Ola Olukoyode. The monarch’s warning came after Olukoyode announced plans to…
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“Internationally renowned American rapper Rick Ross has ignited a storm on social media with his recent revelations about African music. During a candid question and answer session with his fans, Rick Ross delighted enthusiasts by unveiling his top five favorite African artists. His candid insights have sparked widespread excitement and discussion across various online platforms.”…
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Portable and his fourth baby mama, Ashabi Simple, have recently resolved their feud, just a few days after the singer publicly called her out. The tension between the two had escalated on social media, with both parties engaging in a heated exchange. However, Ashabi Simple expressed her intention to reconcile and settle their dispute amicably.…
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The United States Bureau of Prisons has announced an investigation into Nigerian convict, Ramon “Hushpuppi” Abbas, who is currently serving an 11-year sentence. This decision follows a viral video purportedly showing Abbas hosting a feast with others inside what was reported as his detention facility at Fort Dix, New Jersey, as reported by Peoples Gazette.…
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Pere Egbi, a prominent figure from Big Brother Naija, has stirred up a storm of online reactions with his recent comments regarding his fellow contestants and past winners of the show. In a candid interview, Pere expressed his belief that certain winners of the BBNaija show did not merit their victories. His remarks have ignited…
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The parents of Courtney Clemney, the OnlyFans model implicated in the fatal stabbing of her boyfriend, Christian Obumseli, in 2022, were apprehended in Austin, Texas. According to recent warrants, authorities alleged that they accessed the boyfriend’s laptop after the incident. CBS News indicates that Kim and Deborah Clemney were arrested at 2:34 p.m. by the…
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The issuance of the new circular by the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) underscores its proactive approach to regulating the foreign currency exposure of banks, aimed at curbing forex speculation and enhancing risk mitigation measures within the financial sector. The CBN’s concerns about the escalating foreign currency exposures of banks, particularly through their Net Open…
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Femi Otedola, the 20th richest man in Africa, assumes the role of chairman at FBN Holdings PLC. This announcement comes after the company’s Board of Directors convened and made the decision, as disclosed in a notice to the Nigerian Exchange Limited and the investing public. The company’s assertion about Femi Otedola’s visionary entrepreneurship and transformative…
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Senator Mohammed Ali Ndume, serving as the Chief Whip of the Senate, recently appealed to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to implement an Executive Order targeting unexplained wealth. This proposed order aims to empower anti-graft agencies in Nigeria to investigate and prosecute individuals suspected of acquiring wealth through illicit means. Ndume emphasized the importance of tackling…
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Several suspects, believed to be herdsmen, have been apprehended in connection with the reported murder of a pastor in Ogbomoso, Oyo State. Allegedly, Evangelist Adegboyega, a pastor, was m*rdered by individuals suspected to be herdsmen in the Gege area, along the Ogbomoso-Iseyin road. The incident occurred when the pastor confronted herdsmen grazing their cattle on…
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Based on credible intelligence, the Imo State Police Command’s Special Tactical Unit, under the leadership of Commissioner of Police CP Aboki Danjuma, collaborated with local hunters to raid a suspected kidnappers’ hideout in a forest between Avu and Ihiagwa on January 29, 2024. As a result, five suspected kidnappers were apprehended: Muazu Awuta (30), Abdullahi…
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“The Nigerian Labour Congress deems its previously proposed N200,000 minimum wage unrealistic amidst the current economic climate, according to its National Vice President, Tommy Etim, in response to the inauguration of the Minimum Wage Committee by Vice President Kashim Shettima.” In an exclusive interview with The PUNCH on Tuesday, Etim emphasized that the congress would…
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Opay, a prominent fintech company in Nigeria, has unveiled additional features and codes for its customers’ accounts. These enhancements aim to bolster security measures and offer greater safeguarding of customers’ funds, particularly in the event of phone theft or compromised user IDs. OPay functions as a licensed Mobile Money Operator operating under the regulations set…
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The Ogun State Police Command held a press conference on Tuesday to showcase three police officers who underwent an orderly room trial for their suspected participation in armed robbery in Ijebu-Ode. Following their dismissal, they are set to face charges in court. The dismissed officers identified as Inspector Taiwo Kolawole (AP/No 341113), Inspector John Ogbe…
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