The presidential candidate of the Labour Party, LP, Peter Obi, has responded to the question that he did not build a single new school when he was Governor of Anambra State.
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The United Arab Emirates announced $544 million to repair the homes of Emirati families on Wednesday after last week’s record rains caused widespread flooding and brought the oil-rich Gulf state to a standstill. “We learned great lessons in dealing with severe rains,” said Prime Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid al-Maktoum after a cabinet meeting, adding that ministers approved “two billion dirhams to deal with damage to the homes of citizens”. Wednesday’s announcement comes more than a week after the unprecedented deluge lashed the desert country, where it turned streets into rivers and hobbled Dubai airport, the world’s busiest for international passengers. “A ministerial committee was assigned to follow up on this file… and disburse compensation in cooperation with the rest of the federal and local authorities,” said Sheikh Mohammed, who is also the ruler of Dubai, which was one of the worst hit of the UAE’s seven sheikhdoms. The rainfall, the UAE’s heaviest since records began 75 years ago, killed at least four people, including three Filipino workers and one Emirati. UAE authorities have not released an official toll. Cabinet …
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The father of late singer, Mohbad revealed that he’s now a rapper after he was spotted taking part in a yet-to-be-released song. He was called out for that because prior to his request, many donations had been made after Mohbad died. Nigerians took to social media to react to his new calling to be a rap artist. See comments and video below: rhodaofficial_ noted: “But if d wife mistakenly “smile” crazy people will come for her. Everybody will have to move on someday. I wish the family well” itsthebigm opined: “It’s evident that this man has harbored envy towards his son from the beginning. His every move since Mohbad’s death displays clear signs of jealousy and covetousness, which could be considered as motives for murder. The extent of his shameless behavior is truly alarming.” bluetooth_catering_and_event added: “Mobahd still have a brother that sings as well, why not support the boy, this man is nothing but an envious person, that’s unfair tho” iamkendra_hajduk wrote: “This is a reminder to live your life now that you can, don’t give up! Stand tall …
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The Minister of State for Petroleum Resources, Heineken Lokpobiri, has reiterated claims that the Nigerian Content Development and Monitoring Board (NCDMB), under the leadership of the former executive secretary, Simbi Wabote, “wasted” over $500 million of the industry’s fund on equity investments, private establishments, and non-performing loans. Lokpobiri was reacting to a recent media statement by Wabote that his office requested an increase in the NCDMB budget by N30bn for the minister’s office. “It is a blatant lie from the pit of hell,” Lokpobiri said in a statement signed by his Senior Adviser Media and Communication Officer, Nneamaka Okafor. Lokpobiri had last week said the government was reviewing the loans and projects estimated at $500 million executed by the NCDMB, accusing Wabote of wasting the funds on questionable projects and loans. Lopkobiri, who spoke at a dinner held in Lagos last week by The Petroleum Club, alleged that Wabote paid $35 million for the Brass modular refinery in Bayelsa State without anything to show for it. Also, he claimed that $20 million was paid for a fertiliser factory, which has …
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The Governor of Sokoto State, Ahmad Aliyu, has removed 15 traditional rulers from their positions following the recommendation of a committee he constituted to investigate various allegations leveled against them. The traditional rulers were sacked after the committee found them culpable for the various offences they were investigated for. The Press Secretary to Sokoto State Governor, Malam Abubakar Bawa, told newsmen that the relieved traditional rulers were sacked for offences such as insubordination, aiding the activities of banditry, land racketeering and converting public property for private use. Those affected include the district heads of Ungwan Lalle, Yabo, Giyawa, Dogon Daji, Wamakko, Tulluwa, Illela, Kebbe and Alkammu. The governor also approved the recommendation of the committee to drop six district heads whose appointments processes were termed haphazard and un-procedural. This includes the district heads of Tambuwal, Tangaza, Gongonno, Yar Tsakuwa, Kalambaina and Toronkawa.investigation should continue on the allegation levelled against the district heads of Isa, Kuchi Kilgori, and Gagi. He also approved the transfer of the district heads of Binji and Sabon Birni to Bumkari and Gatawa respectively. Seven traditional rulers …
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Former Super Eagles goalkeeper Ike Shorunmu says the Super Falcons must be at their best to have a good outing at the 2024 Olympic Games in Paris. Randy Waldrum’s side are drawn in a tough group with world champions Spain, Japan and Brazil. Shorunmu believes only a strong performance can help the team scale through the hurdle. “I urge the Falcons to be strong, focused, and resilient in their game at the group stage because the team belongs to the group of world football champions,” Shorunmu told NAN. “At the same time, it is a necessity for the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) and the technical crew to involve seasoned players. “Beware of aged players for better performance by the team at the group stage.” The Super Falcons are making a return to the Olympics after a 16-year absence. The West Africans will face Brazil in their first game in the women’s football event on July 25.
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A Nigerian lady, allegedly tired of staying in the United Kingdom, UK, has decided to return to her fatherland. In a trending TikTok video, the lady with the handle nikkystar_55 shared her decision to leave the hustle and bustle of the UK behind and return to Nigeria. In the short clip, she expressed her fatigue with the daily grind and declared her longing for a simpler life back home. Upon her arrival in Nigeria, the woman wasted no time immersing herself in the local culture. She treated herself to a traditional delicacy and was captured in the video engaging in farming activities, embracing the agricultural lifestyle of her homeland. Reflecting on their departure from the UK, the lady mentioned that they had brought along a considerable amount of luggage, indicative of a decisive move to make Nigeria their new home. In the clip, the lady shared how her husband encountered a colleague who shared similar sentiments about returning to Nigeria, suggesting a growing trend among Nigerian expatriates seeking to reconnect with their roots and embrace the opportunities available in their …
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Veteran Nollywood actor, Zulu Adigwe has reportedly passed on. Adigwe is said to have died on Tuesday evening. His death was announced in an Instagram post by Movie producer, Stanley Nwoko. “I regret to announce the passing of a veteran actor, late Mr Zulu Adigwe. “What caused his death is yet to be reviewed. Rest in peace good actor,” he added. During his career, Adigwe was famous in the movies: “Living in Bondage”, “Breaking Free”, and many others. Nollywood has lost seven of its actors in 2024. They are Sisi Quadri, Mr. Ibu, Amaechi Muonagor, Andy Best, Jumoke Aderounmu and Junior Pope.
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Billionaire singer Rihanna has said she regrets her nude fashion style. The mother of two said whenever she looks back at her bikini fashion, she wonders if she “really did that”. She said being a mother has influenced her new fashion sense. “It is going to sound hypocritic but… I did so much sh*t in my life. I had my nipples out, my panties out,” she told Vogue. “But now those are the things that I guess as a mum and evolved young lady, I would never do. I’m just like, ‘Oh! My God, I really did that?” Recalled that Rihanna and her partner, A$AP Rocky, welcomed RZA on May 19, 2022, barely a year after they confirmed their relationship. In August 2023, the couple welcomed their second son, Riot Ross.
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Music producer Napji has publicly confronted Davido, accusing him of failing to pay royalties for his work. Napji said he produced three songs off Davido’s 2020 album, ‘A Better Time,’ but was yet to receive royalties for the songs. He promised to release more details as he seeks to collect his royalties. On his X handle on Tuesday, Napji wrote: “I am Napji, producer behind Fem, Jowo and Sunlight on @davido album (A better time).Which was released 13th November 2020. “I was paid an advance of 500 thousand naira for each of the songs. I will be releasing more information as I seek to collect my royalties & publishing.” Davido has not yet respond to the allegations
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The Nigeria Football Federation, NFF, has released venues and dates for the President Federation Cup Round of 64 fixtures. The NFF confirmed the venues and dates for the games via a letter sent to all the participating teams and state FA secretaries. The games will be played on May 1st and May 2nd respectively. Holders Bendel Insurance will take on Stormers FC of Abeokua at the Area 3 Football Pitch, Abuja, on May 1st. The standout fixture of the round between Kano Pillars and Rangers will hold in Abuja on May 2nd. The winner of the competition will represent Nigeria in the CAF Confederation Cup next season.
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Ex-deputy speaker, House of Representatives, Hon. Emeka Ihedioha, CON, has announced his resignation from the Peoples Democratic Party, a party he says he has been associated with since its inception in 1998. Ihedioha, who ascribed himself as one of the founding members of the PDP, cited the party’s inability to carry out internal reforms and provide credible opposition as the reasons behind his decision. In a statement on Tuesday titled “Resignation from the Peoples Democratic Party,” Ihedioha reflected on his long-standing commitment to the party’s development and transformation. He stated, “Since 1998, I have contributed my quota to the development and transformation of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) as one of the founding members. All these years, I have taken pride in the fact that the PDP is a party that will always look inward for internal reforms and provide credible leadership for the people, whether in power or outside power.” However, Ihedioha expressed his disappointment with the party’s recent trajectory, which he believes deviates from his personal beliefs. He said, “Regrettably, in recent times, the party has taken on …
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Super Falcons star, Chiamaka Nnadozie has been nominated for the best Goalkeeper of the Season award in the French D1 Akem (women’s top-flight league in France). Nnadozie has been nominated for the individual accolade for the second consecutive season after establishing herself as one of the best goalkeepers in the French top-flight. The 22-year-old has once again made a big impression for Paris FC on the domestic scene as well as the UEFA Women’s Champions League. Nnadozie will battle Olympic Lyon’s Christiane Endler and Katarzyna Kiedrzynek of Paris SG for the award. Nnadozie was also voted Player of the Month for March in the French D1 Akem. She also wom the Bruno Martini Award for Goalkeeping Revelation of the Season in the French top-flight in the 2021/22 season.
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Adedayo Adedipe, a member of Yahaya Bello’s legal team, informed Justice Emeka Nwite of the Federal High Court in Abuja that their client would have attended court but expressed concerns about receiving a fair hearing and justice. Adedipe relayed Bello’s message to the court following his client’s absence in court for his arraignment on Tuesday. He was absent from court for his arraignment on a 19-count charge of alleged money laundering to the tune of ₦84bn. Following his absence, Justice Nwite, ordered the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) to serve a copy of the charge against him on his lawyer, Abdulwahab Mohamed. The judge relied on section 384 (4 and 5) of the Administrative and Criminal Justice Act 2015, directing the counsel to the immediate past governor, to receive a copy of the charge. The court held that where it had become impossible to effect personal service of a legal process on a defendant, such could be done through substituted means. Justice Nwite further held that it was clear that the former governor failed to appear in court for …
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Nigerian singer Fireboy, DML, has revealed that he once attempted to copy American superstar Beyoncé’s performance routine. He, however, said he could not keep up with copying the multiple-Grammy winner. Fireboy said he then decided to work on himself and did artist development to improve his stage performance. Speaking in a recent interview with RollingStone, he said: “Right from time, even when I used to write my saddest songs, I used to imagine myself playing them in front of millions of people. I always imagine myself on stage when I write my songs. “So taking that energy from the studio to stage is really a piece of cake for me. What matters to me is making sure that I have fun. When I enjoy myself, everyone else enjoyed themselves. Step by step, I learned from the greats, I studied; did artist development stuff like vocal training. “There was a time I tried to copy Beyonce’s routine. But I didn’t last two days.”
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Two suspected Improvised Explosive Device (IED) experts of dreaded terrorist group Bokoharam, have surrendered to the troops of Sector 3 Multi-National Joint Task Force (MNJTF), Monguno, in Borno State. The suspects have been identified as 19-year-old Abubakar Mohammed (alias Garba) and 13-year-old Babagana Modu. The surrender took place on April 21, 2024, marking a notable success in the ongoing campaign to dismantle Boko Haram’s operations in the region. This was disclosed on Monday in a press statement signed by the Chief Military Public Information of MNJTF, Ndjamena, Lieutenant Colonel Abubakar Abdullahi. The statement reads: “Sector 3 of the Multinational Joint Task Force (MNJTF) Monguno, Nigeria, has reported continued surrender of terrorists in its Area of Operations. “Among the latest to lay down their arms were two individuals identified as improvised explosive device (IED) experts, 19-year-old Abubakar Mohammed (alias Garba) and 13-year-old Bana Modu. The surrender took place on 21 April 2024, marking a notable success in the ongoing campaign to dismantle Boko Haram’s operations in the region. “During a preliminary investigation, Mohammed and Modu revealed they had been ordered to plant …
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