President Bola Tinubu has instructed the Central Bank of Nigeria to impose new sanctions on individuals and entities linked to and engaged with the military junta in Niger Republic. During a press briefing on Tuesday, Ajuri Ngelale, the Special Adviser to the President on Media and Public Affairs, revealed that these sanctions are in alignment with the financial measures already imposed on the Niger Republic’s military junta by the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) heads of state. Ngelale mentioned that while no course of action has been ruled out, it is anticipated that substantial decisions will…
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In a press statement on Monday, Governor Godwin Obaseki of Edo State clarified that there were no intentions to impeach his deputy, Philip Shaibu. Nonetheless, the governor acknowledged that Shaibu’s recent move to seek a court order preventing his purported impeachment was a preemptive measure, hinting at Shaibu’s rumored plans to defect to the All Progressives Congress (APC). Speaking to reporters in Benin City during a visit by Edo North leaders, Governor Obaseki alleged that Deputy Governor Shaibu had been engaging with influential figures at both the national and state levels of the APC. He implied that Shaibu was…
Dr. Abdullahi Ganduje, the National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), has expressed his willingness to welcome Senator Rabiu Kwankwaso, the Presidential Candidate of the New Nigerian People Party, into the APC if he decides to switch parties. Ganduje made this statement during a media briefing with select media organizations in Kano. This announcement came just before the former Kano governor received Anyim Pius Anyim, a chieftain of the Peoples Democratic Party and former Secretary to the Government of the Federation, at his residence in Abuja on Sunday. Ganduje stated, “Kwankwaso is undeniably a skilled politician, having…
Dribbling two basketballs simultaneously is no simple feat. Achieving such a skill demands persistent practice and unwavering focus. It calls for exceptional control and remarkable coordination. Recently, a video has gone viral on the internet, featuring a toddler effortlessly dribbling two basketballs at the same time. The child appears to be fully in command, sporting a delightful smile and even adding jumps to the dribbling routine without any sign of struggle. The tweet that accompanied the video exclaimed, “Y’all, this baby is seriously dribbling two basketballs at once!”
Dr. Abdullahi Ganduje, the National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), addressed the controversy surrounding former ministerial nominee Maryam Shetty and clarified the situation. President Bola Tinubu had replaced Shetty with Mariya Mahmoud Bunkure, who had served as a commissioner during Ganduje’s tenure as governor. In an interview with select radio stations in Kano on Saturday, Ganduje acknowledged that the social media outrage over Shetty’s appointment played a significant role in her removal, highlighting the power of social media in shaping public opinion. Ganduje explained that the president has advisors for selecting ministerial nominees at both the…
During a recent appearance on Channels Television’s Sunrise breakfast programme, veteran comedian Atunyota Akpobome, known as Ali Baba, shared an interesting story about former Nigerian President Olusegun Obasanjo. Ali Baba recalled how Obasanjo had jokingly referred to him as a thief in the past. According to Ali Baba, his humorous take on Obasanjo’s supposed frugality has stood the test of time and remains a favorite among his jokes. Obasanjo, who served as Nigeria’s democratically elected President from May 1999 to May 2007 and as the military Head of State from February 1976 to October 1979, was apparently surprised…
Dillian Whyte, the British heavyweight boxer, expressed his devastation over an “adverse finding” from a random dope test, which led to the cancellation of his upcoming fight with former world champion Anthony Joshua. The highly-anticipated rematch was scheduled to take place at London’s O2 Arena on August 12. Promoters Matchroom revealed that the Voluntary Anti-Doping Association (VADA) had notified them about Whyte’s “adverse analytical findings” during a random anti-doping protocol. Consequently, the fight was called off, and a thorough investigation will be conducted. In response to the news, Whyte vehemently denied any use of the reported substance, asserting…
In a poignant turn of events, Dr. Maryam Shetty, hailing from Kano State, found herself at the center of a significant moment in Nigeria’s political landscape. President Bola Tinubu, in a gesture that filled her heart with immense honor, had chosen her as a ministerial nominee. For Shetty, this nomination was not just a personal achievement but also a symbol of progress towards a more inclusive national representation. As a young woman from the conservative regions of northern Nigeria, she saw this as a beacon of hope, signaling that her country was ready to embrace the potential of its young…
Peter Obi, the Labour Party’s presidential candidate for the 2023 election, expressed deep regret over the imminent departure of the renowned British pharmaceutical giant, GlaxoSmithKline, from Nigeria after a remarkable 51-year presence. The multinational company recently made an announcement about its plans to cease prescription medicine and vaccine production within the country. Instead, they intend to adopt a third-party direct distribution model for their pharmaceutical products. In response to this disheartening development, Peter Obi took to Twitter on a Friday night to share his thoughts. He lamented that GlaxoSmithKline’s decision to leave Nigeria was a clear indication of…
Tiwa Savage, the award-winning Nigerian singer, has made a firm decision never to share confidential information with her mum again. The incident that led to this resolution occurred when she received an invitation to perform at King Charles III’s coronation. Wanting to keep it low-key, she confided in her mum and explicitly asked her not to tell anyone. However, to her dismay, her mum shared the news with her brother within just 20 minutes. In an interview with MTV UK, Tiwa Savage revealed that initially, she didn’t fully grasp the significance of performing at the King’s coronation. Consequently, she…
