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Comedian and actor, Lawrence Oluwaseyitan Aletile, popularly known as Seyi Law, has reaffirmed his steadfast support for President Bola Tinubu’s administration, urging fellow Nigerians to rally behind the visionary leader amidst ongoing criticism. In a heartfelt message shared on his social media handle on Sunday, Seyi Law drew inspiration from the biblical narrative of Moses, emphasizing the importance of enduring challenges under a transformative leader for the greater good. Expressing his unwavering commitment to Tinubu’s leadership, Seyi Law stated, “I would rather stay with a Moses through the wilderness to Canaan than eat meats and drink wine in slavery in…

The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has intensified its efforts to combat smuggling activities contributing to the surge in commodity prices, with a recent operation resulting in the seizure of 15 trucks carrying food items in Sokoto State. Abubakar Chafe, spokesperson for the NCS Sokoto Command, revealed that the operation was conducted along the Gwadabawa-Illela road on Saturday, February 17, 2024. The decision to intercept the trucks was prompted by the significant quantities of farm produce they were transporting, raising suspicions of potential smuggling activities. The seized trucks are currently under the custody of the NCS Sokoto Command as investigations are…

The Labour Party is embroiled in a fresh controversy as its suspended National Treasurer, Ms. Oluchi Oparah, challenges the party’s National Chairman, Julius Abure, to explain the whereabouts of funds raised during the campaign tour of LP presidential candidate, Peter Obi, in the United States. Tensions within the Labour Party have escalated following the suspension of its National Treasurer, Ms. Oluchi Oparah, who has levied serious accusations against the party’s leadership, particularly National Chairman Julius Abure, regarding the alleged misappropriation of campaign funds. Oparah’s suspension came in the wake of her claims that Abure diverted a staggering sum of N3.5…

Dada Olusegun, a media aide to President Bola Tinubu, has criticized Nigerian media outlets for circulating a photo of the president sleeping during the 37th Ordinary Session of the African Union (AU) Assembly, defending that Tinubu delivered an “inspiring” speech. According to Olusegun’s social media post, President Tinubu’s speech at the AU summit was touted as “one of the most inspiring” moments of the event. He highlighted Tinubu’s discussion points, including the proposed establishment of the African Central Bank by 2028 and emphasized the importance of unity and innovative governance approaches across Africa. While refusing to confirm or deny whether…

A wave of discontent swept through the city of Ibadan, Oyo State on Monday as citizens voiced their frustrations over the soaring cost of living, food inflation, and prevailing economic challenges. Gathered in the vibrant Mokola area, a throng of impassioned youths brandished placards adorned with messages demanding an end to the economic strain gripping the nation. Their chants reverberated through the air, echoing sentiments of hardship and disillusionment. The placards bore poignant messages such as ‘End food hike and inflation’ and ‘The poor is starving’, serving as stark reminders of the struggles faced by ordinary Nigerians amidst rising prices…

Mrs. Oluchi Opara, the suspended National Treasurer of the Labour Party, has vehemently denied allegations of misappropriating campaign funds, asserting that her suspension was premeditated and violated the party’s rules and procedures. Opara’s rebuttal comes in response to her suspension by the national leadership of the Labour Party (LP) for six months, following her claim that the party’s National Chairman, Abure, mismanaged over N3 billion out of the N3.5 billion raised for the 2023 campaigns. Disputing the allegations, Opara criticized the disciplinary action against her, asserting that it lacked adherence to due process and procedural fairness. She emphasized that the…

President Bola Tinubu has convened an urgent meeting with state governors at the Presidential Villa, Abuja, today, aimed at tackling the escalating challenges facing the nation. The high-stakes gathering commenced at approximately 11:30 am and is poised to deliberate on pressing issues, including the soaring cost of food items, pervasive insecurity, and other economic concerns. In attendance alongside President Tinubu are Vice President Kashim Shettima, the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FTC) Nyesom Wike, and the Inspector General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun. The strategic assembly underscores the gravity of the challenges confronting Nigeria, prompting swift action from the highest…

The Minister of Power, Adebayo Adelabu, has underscored the urgency for Nigeria to transition away from electricity subsidies towards a more sustainable tariff model. Addressing the media at a press conference in Abuja on Wednesday, Adelabu highlighted the nation’s mounting debt obligations to generating companies (GenCos) and gas suppliers, amounting to 1.3 trillion naira and 1.3 billion dollars, respectively. Adelabu disclosed that while only 450 billion naira was earmarked for subsidy in the current year’s budget, the ministry requires over 2 trillion naira to sustain subsidy payments. In light of this fiscal challenge, the minister advocated for a cost-effective tariff…

The federal government has announced plans to establish a National Commodity Board aimed at regulating and stabilizing the cost of essential food items across the country in a bid to address the pressing issue of escalating food prices. Vice President Kashim Shettima unveiled this strategic initiative during a pivotal two-day high-level meeting on climate change, food systems, and resource mobilization held at the Presidential Villa, Abuja. Themed “Climate Resilience and Food Security: Nigeria’s Vision for the Future,” the event underscored Nigeria’s commitment to mitigating climate change effects and ensuring food security amidst mounting challenges. Senator Shettima emphasized the administration’s proactive…

In a tragic escalation of violence, Gurjaja village, nestled within the Fika local government area of Yobe State, has become the scene of a harrowing reprisal attack purportedly carried out by suspected Fulani herdsmen. The aftermath of the assault has left one individual dead and over 100 houses razed to the ground, plunging the community into despair and displacement. The cycle of bloodshed and destruction began to unfold two weeks prior when reports emerged of three Gurjaja residents falling victim to violence at the hands of Fulani herdsmen. In response to this heinous act, the aggrieved community reportedly launched a…