The Labour Party’s (LP) Presidential Candidate, Peter Obi, made strong accusations against the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), claiming that the commission had allowed electoral fraudsters to become leaders and had wasted the nation’s valuable time and resources. In their final address to the Presidential Election Petitions Court on July 23, 2023, Obi and LP issued a stern warning that unless the court compelled INEC to perform its electoral duties with fairness, impartiality, and independence, Nigeria’s elections would continue to be plagued by fraud. Obi and LP alleged that INEC had abandoned its primary role as an electoral…
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In a shocking revelation, the Lagos State Government has disclosed its intention to hold a mass burial for 103 victims of the #ENDSARS protest, as exposed in a leaked memo. This comes three years after both the state and federal governments had vehemently denied any loss of life during the October 20, 2022 #ENDSARS protests, which were fueled by widespread anger against police brutality. Like many parts of Nigeria, the #ENDSARS protests in Lagos witnessed thousands of youths demanding an end to police brutality and the disbandment of the notorious Special Anti-Robbery Squad (SARS) known for human rights violations.…
Patrik Berger, the former Liverpool midfielder, couldn’t contain his happiness during his visit to Lagos on Saturday, where he met with some talented young Nigerian footballers. This trip marked his first time visiting Africa, and he was delighted by the experience. Known as ‘the Bomb’ during his playing days, Berger attended a dinner organized by Standard Chartered Bank, the official sponsors of Liverpool, and expressed his satisfaction with his visit to Nigeria. “I am thrilled to have met these wonderful children, aged between seven and 17. I witnessed great talent among some of them, and I hope to…
David Adeleke, the renowned music sensation better known as Davido, recently showcased his generous spirit by pledging a remarkable sum of $10,000 to Kekwaaru Ngozi Mary, an employee at Eko Hotel and Suites. Ngozi Mary earned widespread acclaim after she displayed an extraordinary act of honesty, returning a misplaced $70,000 to a guest in Lagos. Taking to his verified Twitter handle on a Sunday, the Afrobeat icon made a heartfelt post, urging his followers to help him find Ngozi Mary as he expressed his desire to donate $10,000 to her. This kind gesture not only reflects Davido’s appreciation for…
In a recent development, Senator Adams Oshiomhole, representing Edo North, expressed strong disapproval of the proposed N30,000 minimum wage in Nigeria. A prominent figure in Nigerian politics and former Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Oshiomhole criticized the current minimum wage, labeling it a “criminal wage.” He highlighted that he personally pays his cleaner a monthly salary of N60,000. During an appearance on Channels Television’s Sunday Politics, Oshiomhole voiced his concerns about the adequacy of the current minimum wage for workers, referring to it as a “criminal wage.” The issue of his cleaner’s remuneration took an unexpected…
Victor Osimhen, the talented Super Eagles forward, has recently presented a fresh request to Napoli concerning the details of his upcoming contract with the club. According to reports from Sky Italia via The Mirror, Osimhen has insisted on having a 120 million euros (approximately N105.8 billion in Nigerian currency) release clause included in his new contract, differing from Napoli’s initial proposal. Napoli, aiming to safeguard their interests, had planned to insert a substantial 200 million euros release clause in the new deal, a sum that would rank Osimhen among the most expensive footballers of all time when he…
The governorship candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Adamawa State, Senator Aishat Dahiru Binani, has accused the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) of obstructing her petition against the victory of Adamu Fintri from the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) in the election. Binani claimed that INEC is displaying bias and ignoring court orders in an attempt to arrest and detain the suspended Resident Electoral Commissioner, Barrister Hudu Yunusa Ari, to prevent him from testifying on her behalf at the ongoing Adamawa State Governorship Election Petitions Tribunal. Speaking on behalf of Senator Binani at a press conference in…
Meet Ayomide Dawodu, the enterprising Nollywood actress and producer who recently opened up about her love life and relationship status. Hailing from Lagos, this talented actress shared her heartwarming yet bittersweet love story with Potpourri, revealing that she is still in search of true love following her 2018 breakup with her ex-partner. Recalling her past romance, Ayomide reminisced about the sweet moments they shared, culminating in the birth of their beautiful son. However, despite her efforts to salvage the relationship, it ultimately faltered as they both pursued separate paths in life. The actress emphasized that their main focus is now their…
Amid rumors of his health condition, Governor Akeredolu of Ondo State found support from his wife, Betty Anyanwu-Akeredolu, who shared a photograph of him in a medical facility. The photo was posted across her social media accounts on Friday. In the picture, the governor, though ailing, appeared seated on a motorable chair, with his wife standing beside him. The medical facility’s background indicated where the photograph might have been taken. Betty expressed her confidence and optimism in the caption, stating, “Aketi dey kampe! Victory for us!” It was an encouraging message, highlighting their resilience during this challenging time.…
Governor Uba Sani of Kaduna state was highly critical of the proposed cash transfer policy by the Federal Government, which he deemed to be a scam. Speaking during an interview with Arise Television’s News Night, the governor expressed his strong opinion on the matter. In his view, implementing cash transfers at this crucial time was not a viable solution. He referred to it as a complete scam, raising doubts about its effectiveness. Governor Sani argued that the major issue with cash transfers lies in identifying the recipients. He highlighted a startling statistic, indicating that around 70 to 75 percent…
