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Electricity: ‘Nigerians tell me to slow down the work I am doing, freezers are now freezing’ — Power minister
The Minister of Power, Joseph Tegbe, on Wednesday, September 16, said some Nigerians have asked him to “slow down” with the improvement in electricity supply because, according to him, their freezers now work continuously. While speaking at the commissioning of the 3-megawatt solar hybrid power project at Yakubu Gowon University, formerly University of Abuja, Tegbe said “Places that didn’t have light at all for three months are now having 18 hours light. Some areas called…
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2027 eligibility suit: Atiku gets order to serve Tinubu with court papers through APC
Justice Inyang Edem Ekwo of the Federal High Court in Abuja has granted the request by former Vice President and presidential candidate of African Democratic Congress, ADC, Atiku Abubakar, to serve court documents on President Bola Tinubu through his political party, the All Progressives Congress, APC. Justice Ekwo on Wednesday granted the request while ruling on an ex-parte application brought by Atiku in a suit he filed in his name and that of his party, the ADC,…
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2027: I never promised Tinubu I would join APC – Wike
Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, FCT, Nyesom Wike, has disclosed that he never promised President Bola Tinubu that he would join the All Progressives Congress, APC. Wike explained that he only promised to support Tinubu’s reelection bid. The minister, who spoke on Arise Television’s Prime Time show, on Tuesday night, said, “I told them I would support the President right from the start. “I never told Mr. President I will join APC. Go and ask him.…
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VeryDarkMan blasts Igbo traders over ‘Chinese must go’ protest
Social media activist, VeryDarkMan, has blasted some Igbo traders in Lagos State over their protest against Chinese traders, questioning their demand for the foreigners to leave the market. The traders had reportedly protested the presence of Chinese traders in some Lagos markets, claiming that the foreigners’ cheaper prices were affecting their businesses. Reacting to the protest, VeryDarkMan argued that Nigerian traders should focus on improving local production and manufacturing instead of calling for foreign competitors…
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2027: Peter Obi responds to Wike’s claim that he’ll suffer if Tinubu loses election
Presidential candidate of the Nigerian Democratic Congress, NDC, Peter Obi, has responded to a claim by the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, FCT, Nyesom Wike, who said he would be among the first politicians to suffer if President Bola Tinubu loses the 2027 general elections. Speaking during one of his media parleys, Wike said he would suffer the repercussions, especially from Atiku Abubakar and Peter Obi. He reiterated his support for Tinubu’s re-election, insisting…
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Actor, Olu Jacobs dies at 84
Veteran Nigerian actor and film executive, Oludotun Baiyewu Jacobs, popularly known as Olu Jacobs, has died at the age of 84. According to TVC, the actor’s son, Olusoji Jacobs, announced his death in a post on Instagram on Wednesday, September 16, 2026, saying the family was grateful for his life and asking the public to respect their privacy. “It is with gratitude to God for a life well lived and fought, that we announce the passing…
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“The Lion of Lufodo” — Veteran Actor Olu Jacobs Dies at 84
Veteran Nigerian actor and film executive Olu Jacobs has died at the age of 84. His son, Olusoji Jacobs, announced his death on Instagram on Wednesday, September 16, 2026, describing him as a beloved husband, father, grandfather and uncle. “It is with gratitude to God for a life well lived and fought, that we announce the passing of our dear husband, father, grandfather and uncle. The Lion of Lufodo,” he said. The family also appealed…
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”If You Find Even One Person I Owed, I Will End My 2027 Campaign” — Peter Obi dares Soludo
Former Anambra State Governor and 2027 presidential hopeful Peter Obi has rejected claims that his administration left debts still being serviced by the state government. The controversy followed comments by Anambra Commissioner for Finance Izuchukwu Okafor that the state was still repaying loans inherited from previous administrations, including those of Obi and Willie Obiano. Reacting, Obi challenged the Soludo administration to produce evidence of any unpaid obligations he left behind. “I left office as Governor…
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“Having a Son to Inherit My Business Is Not a Priority” — Aliko Dangote
Africa’s richest man, Aliko Dangote, has said having a male child to inherit his business empire is not a priority, stressing that his three daughters are capable of taking over the business in the future. Speaking with Arise TV, Dangote was asked whether he still considered having a son, particularly given traditional expectations around male heirs in Kano, his home state. The businessman said his daughters, Halima, Fatima and Mariya, are all capable of leading…
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Peter Obi: “None of Them Can Try It” — Davido Challenges Politicians to Explain Their Wealth
Afrobeats star Davido has challenged Nigerian politicians to publicly explain how they made their money, following comments by former Anambra State governor Peter Obi about his business background. The singer reacted to a clip shared by journalist Rufai Oseni, in which Obi discussed his businesses, investments and financial history before entering politics. Rufai asked: “Can every Nigerian politician tell us how they made their money like this?” Davido responded: “None of them can try it,”…
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Again, two Nigerians killed in South Africa’s xenophobic crisis
The Federal Government has confirmed the killing of two Nigerians in separate incidents in South Africa, amid renewed concerns over attacks targeting foreigners in the country. Oluwafemi Adeniyi, spokesperson for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, disclosed this in a statement issued on Friday, identifying the victims as Taiwo Fakunle and James Nwankwo. According to Adeniyi, Fakunle was murdered at his residence in Kensington, Johannesburg, on September 4, while Nwankwo was reportedly killed the following day…
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‘VDM wants to spoil Igbo people’s business’ — Carter Efe reacts to iPhone 18 move
Nigerian streamer Carter Efe has accused VeryDarkMan, VDM, of wanting to “spoil Igbo people’s business” over his move to China to source iPhone 18 devices. Carter Efe made the remark during his livestream on Friday while reacting to VDM’s plan to buy the newly released iPhone 18 directly from China for Nigerians. “First of all VDM go do wetin them go take gather am. VDM go do wetin go take make Igbo people gather am kill am…
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