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Presidency dismisses ‘T-Pain’ jibe on Tinubu

Presidential spokesperson, Bayo Onanuga, has insisted that President Bola Tinubu is deeply aware of the struggles Nigerians face, reacting to accusations that the President is indifferent to citizens’ hardships. Speaking during an interview on Sunday, Onanuga dismissed social media nicknames labelling Tinubu as “T-pain”. He described the nickname as mischievous while reiterating that the President is committed to turning Nigeria’s economic fortunes around. Onanuga’s comments follow criticisms that have berated Tinubu’s economic reforms, particularly the removal of petrol subsidies and […]

10/28/2024 2

News

Dangote invests $280m in conversion

The Dangote Group says it has invested over $280m in Compressed Natural Gas technology and infrastructure, describing it as a demonstration of its support for President Bola Tinubu’s CNG initiative. In a statement released on Sunday, the company revealed its $280m investment not only solidifies its leadership in the CNG sector but also reflects its dedication to mitigating climate change and supporting a transition to a low-carbon economy. Group Managing Director of Dangote Cement Plc, Arvind Pathak, said the $280m […]

10/28/2024 2

News

NLC slams IMF for fuel subsidy removal denial

The Nigeria Labour Congress has condemned the International Monetary Fund for its denial of responsibility regarding the Nigerian government’s recent removal of subsidy on petrol. The congress describes the denial as cynical and emblematic of the IMF and World Bank’s longstanding pattern of imposing harsh economic policies on developing nations. In a statement on Sunday, NLC National President, Joe Ajaaero, criticised the IMF for presenting its harmful recommendations as growth strategies, which have led to increased socioeconomic hardship and stagnation […]

10/28/2024 1

Entertainment News

US rapper Lil Durk arrested over murder.

Prominent American rapper Lil Durk, also known as Durk Banks, was arrested Thursday night in Florida on murder-for-hire charges and Currently detained without bond as he is being held at Broward County Jail, awaiting transfer to the custody of U.S. Marshals. This arrest comes after the detention of five other suspects earlier in the day, all charged with murder-for-hire and conspiracy to commit murder as the charges relate to the 2022 shooting death of Saviay’a Robinson, cousin of rapper Quando […]

10/25/2024 1

News

Obasanjo Alleges Some Nigerian Presidents Took Office Without a Clear Vision

Former President, Olusegun Obasanjo, has stated that leadership deficit in the world, especially in Africa and particularly in Nigeria, is responsible for the situation the country has found itself in. Obasanjo accused an unnamed Nigerian president of coming to office without a plan, stressing that he made a pronouncement on an issue that hadn’t been studied, while arguing that it shows a lack of leadership quality. The former President, who spoke on Thursday in an exclusive interview with journalists stressed […]

10/25/2024 1

News

17.5 million orphans living in Nigeria with little or no support

A Non-Governmental Organisation focused on supporting children without parental care and families at risk, SOS Children’s Villages, has decried the over 17.5 million orphans living in Nigeria with little or no support for them. The concern was raised on Thursday by the organisation’s Fund Development Manager, Thelma Ojelabi, in a statement issued by its Head of Brand and Communication, Rhoda Ocheche, to commemorate the World Development Information Day (WDI). The WDI Day is commemorated every October 24th to highlight and […]

10/25/2024 2

Health

At least 83 poliovirus has been recorded in 14 states

The National Primary Health Care Development Agency (NPHCDA), has disclosed that at least eighty-three cases of circulating variant poliovirus type 2 (cVPV2) have been recorded in 14 states this year. The Executive Director of the NPHCDA, Muyi Aina, made the revelation in Abuja during the 2024 World Polio Day commemoration. He acknowledged the ongoing challenge of eradicating cVPV2, a mutated virus that has been spreading since 2021, while reiterating the agency’s ongoing efforts, including the identify, enumerate, and vaccinate (IEV) […]

10/25/2024 1

Local News

Doctor seizes twins in exchange for unpaid hospital bill

The Imo State Police Commissioner, Aboki Danjuma on Friday has launched an investigation into Silas Nwamadi, Medical Director of Goodwill Maternity in Obinze, Owerri West. Nwamadi allegedly detained twin boys, Chidindu and Chijindu, born at his facility on May 4, after their parents could not pay the delivery bill. The Commissioner ordered the immediate release of the twins, denouncing the doctor’s claim that his demand for the babies in exchange for the unpaid bill was a joke. The case came […]

10/25/2024 2

Sports News

Fenerbahce hold Man Utd as Mourinho sees red Besiktas shock Lyon

Manchester United are yet to win in the Europa League after three fixtures with Erik ten Hag playing out yet another draw in the competition, with their game against Fenerbahce ending 1-1 in Turkey. Christian Eriksen opened the scoring in the 15th minute with a strike from just outside the box. However, the Red Devils were pegged back by Youssef En Neysri’s header just after the break. The game saw former United manager Jose Mourinho sent off for protesting a […]

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