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”Power Supply Has Improved Across Nigeria in the Last Four Weeks” — Minister Tegbe
Minister of Power, Joseph Tegbe, has claimed that electricity supply has improved across Nigeria in the last four weeks. Speaking to State House correspondents after being sworn in by President Bola Tinubu, Tegbe said the improvement was the result of strong support from the President and the commitment of stakeholders in the power sector. “Nigerians have been giving me feedback. In the last four weeks after my confirmation, power supply has improved across Nigeria,” he…
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“My Wife Broke My Heart More Than Anyone Else, Two Of My Five Kids Not Mine” — Actor Tioruju Mondusi Opens Up
Veteran Nollywood actor Abdul Salam Taofeek, popularly known as Tioruju Mondusi, has recounted what he described as the most painful experience of his life involving his late wife. Speaking on the African A-List Podcast, the actor revealed that he was devastated after discovering that his wife, who was heavily pregnant at the time, had allegedly left him for another man. According to Mondusi, he returned from a movie location to find her missing and was…
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“Reforms Have Strengthened Nigeria’s Economy, But 63% of Citizens Live in Poverty” — IMF
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has said economic reforms introduced by President Bola Tinubu’s administration have improved Nigeria’s macroeconomic stability, but warned that poverty remains a major challenge. In its latest review of the Nigerian economy, the IMF noted that more than 60 percent of Nigerians were living in poverty by the end of 2025, while over 27 million people faced food insecurity. “Strong reforms over the past three years have yielded improved macroeconomic outcomes…
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“Demolish Corrupt Politicians’ Mansions Too” — Sowore Tells Government
Human rights activist and former presidential candidate Omoyele Sowore has called on the Federal Government to extend the demolition of properties linked to crime to include mansions owned by corrupt politicians. His comments followed the demolition of a house in Ibadan by the Oyo State Government after it was allegedly used by kidnappers to hold the sister of a former Minister of Power and her twin sons captive. Reacting to the development, Sowore argued that…
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“Tinubu Has Borrowed More in Three Years Than Buhari Did in Eight” — Peter Obi
NDC presidential candidate Peter Obi has criticised President Bola Tinubu’s borrowing record, claiming the current administration has accumulated more debt in three years than was recorded during former President Muhammadu Buhari’s eight years in office. In a statement released on Tuesday, Obi alleged that Nigeria’s total debt has risen to about ₦200 trillion, representing an increase of over ₦100 trillion under the Tinubu administration. He expressed concern over what he described as a lack of…
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“There Is No Love Left in Nigeria” — Spyro Laments State of Society
Nigerian singer Spyro has expressed concern over what he describes as a growing lack of love and empathy among Nigerians. In a post shared on Instagram, the singer said his experiences over the past two months have convinced him that selfishness has become deeply rooted in society. According to Spyro, the problem stems from poor upbringing, with many parents raising children who prioritize personal interests over the well-being of others. “Parents have raised selfish children,…
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Tiwa Savage Addresses Criticism Over Silence on Insecurity
Afrobeats superstar Tiwa Savage has responded to public pressure regarding her perceived silence on Nigeria’s worsening security crisis. In an interaction with a fan on Instagram, the singer explained that her decision to maintain a lower profile on national issues is not driven by indifference, but by the intense hostility and “crucifixion” she faced after previously voicing her opinions. “When I spoke I was crucified for it, but trust me, that won’t stop me from…
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Alleged N36m fraud: Court puts Blessing CEO’s bail application on hold
The Federal High Court in Ikoyi, Lagos, has reserved its ruling on the bail application filed by social media influencer and relationship therapist, Okoro Blessing Nkiruka, popularly known as Blessing CEO. Justice D.I. Dipeolu announced on Friday, June 5, 2026, that the court’s decision regarding the application will be delivered on June 9, 2026, following the conclusion of arguments from both the defense and the prosecution. Case Background Blessing CEO is currently standing trial on…
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Bode George Faults Adeboye’s Security Ultimatum, Directs Responsibility to President Tinubu
Former Deputy National Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Chief Olabode George, has publicly critiqued the recent suggestion by the General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG), Pastor Enoch Adeboye, that security chiefs should be given a 90-day ultimatum to eliminate terrorists or resign. In a statement issued on Friday, June 5, 2026, George argued that while the clergyman’s frustration with the nation’s escalating insecurity is understandable, the directive is misdirected.…
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Atiku Criticizes Tinubu Administration Over Handling of Oyo Abductions
Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has criticized President Bola Tinubu and First Lady Oluremi Tinubu over the continued captivity of pupils and teachers abducted in Oyo State. Atiku, the presidential candidate of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), accused the Federal Government of failing to demonstrate sufficient urgency in securing the release of the victims. In a statement issued on Friday by his Senior Special Assistant on Public Communication, Phrank Shaibu, the former vice president stated…
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2027: No proof of glitch – Sam Amadi speaks on why nobody should trust INEC
Former chairman of the Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission, NERC, Sam Amadi, has said that nobody should trust the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC’s system for voter registration. Amadi made the assertion on Friday when he featured in an interview on News Central Television. He was reacting to the failure of INEC to electronically transmit election results, which he said would have made the exercise transparent. “With all the issues around BVAS malfunctioning, which many people think was…
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They want to convict me to stop my 2027 presidential ambition – Sowore
Sowore, who was recently nominated by his party to represent the AAC in the upcoming 2027 general election, stated, “They want to convict me at all costs, so that I will be disqualified from contesting the 2027 election. That’s what it’s about.” Under Nigerian electoral law, a criminal conviction can serve as grounds for disqualification from running for public office. The activist also voiced strong dissatisfaction with the court’s conduct, particularly alleging instances of judicial…
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