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Reps in rowdy session over motion to rescind ‘real-time’ clause in electoral act
The House of Representatives was thrown into a turbulent session this Tuesday, February 17, as lawmakers clashed over the Electoral Act Amendment Bill. The chaos began when a motion was introduced to rescind the earlier passage of the bill, which had mandated the “real-time” electronic transmission of election results. The motion, moved by Francis Waive, Chairman of the Committee on Rules and Business, sought to align the House’s version of the bill with that of…
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Ex-Governor El-Rufai To Spend Night In EFCC Custody Over Alleged N423billion Fraud, Says Official
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has detained the former governor of Kaduna State, Nasir El-Rufai, following his arrival at the agency’s Abuja headquarters on Monday. El-Rufai, who served from 2015 to 2023 and is now a member of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), presented himself after an official invitation. An EFCC source confirmed his status to the media, stating, “He is in our custody, and he is going to spend the night there.”…
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Peter Obi Slams Plan to Disconnect Presidential Villa From National Grid
President Bola Tinubu is facing fresh criticism over Nigeria’s electricity crisis following reports that the Presidential Villa plans to disconnect from the national grid in favor of solar power. The move has reignited debates over a 2023 campaign pledge where Tinubu declared: “If I do not provide steady electricity in four years, do not vote for me for 2nd Tenure.” Former Anambra State Governor Peter Obi noted that 32 months into the administration, the current…
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Woman Tearfully Recounts Alleged Rape Inside Lagos Apartment, Shares Threat Messages From Suspect
Nigerians on social media are demanding urgent justice following a disturbing video shared by a young woman in Lagos. The victim narrated how she was allegedly raped inside her own apartment on Sunday morning, February 15. The viral video shows the visibly traumatized woman explaining that the incident occurred after she returned home. She noted that she struggles with insomnia and had consumed alcohol to help her finally rest. “I got home yesterday, in my…
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Protesters Storm National Assembly for Second Day Over Election Bill
Protesters returned to the National Assembly Complex in Abuja this Tuesday for a second consecutive day. Their primary demand is the mandatory real-time transmission of election results from polling units directly to the IREV portal. The crowd gathered at the main entrance, creating a vocal presence to capture the attention of lawmakers. Demonstrators were heard chanting, “We no go gree, we no go gree, Akpabio, pass the bill,” as they pressed for immediate legislative action.…
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“With you, we will defeat the bandits and terrorists”— President Tinubu hails NSA, Nuhu Ribadu
President Bola Tinubu has expressed confidence that terrorism and banditry will be defeated through the efforts of the National Security Adviser, Nuhu Ribadu. Speaking during a visit to Adamawa State on Monday, Tinubu commended Ribadu as “honest, bold, courageous, and committed to the job,” praising his leadership in strengthening national security. The President reaffirmed the Federal Government’s resolve to confront insecurity nationwide, assuring Nigerians that under Ribadu’s guidance, the country would overcome banditry and terrorism.…
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“I swe@r to God almighty, there is no party can salvage this country except ADC- Atiku Abubakar
Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has made a bold spiritual and political declaration, stating that the African Democratic Congress (ADC) is the sole party capable of rescuing Nigeria from the ruling APC. Speaking at a recent political rally, the veteran politician used solemn language to emphasize his conviction in the party’s mission. Atiku, who recently transitioned from the PDP to the ADC, framed the party as a unique assembly of national interest. He described the…
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Actor Uzor Arukwe reacts after being dragged into marital crisis rumour involving BBN couple BamBam and Teddy A
Nollywood actor Uzor Arukwe has fired back at an online troll who linked him to the alleged marital crisis between actress BamBam and her husband, Teddy A. In a strong statement shared on X (formerly Twitter) this Wednesday, Arukwe dismissed a viral rumor claiming he was responsible for a pregnancy that supposedly ended the couple’s marriage. The controversy erupted after an X user alleged that Teddy A discovered through “leaked private chats” that BamBam was…
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Peter Obi Declares Nigeria a “Crime Scene” at Nnewi Church Summit
Former Anambra Governor Peter Obi has characterized Nigeria as a “rich country” that has been transformed into a “crime scene” by its political class. Speaking at the Church of Nigeria Anglican Communion Standing Committee Meeting in Osumenyi, Nnewi, Obi identified systemic mismanagement as the nation’s primary hurdle. The high-level religious gathering, themed “Service to the Lord: Imperative for the Family under God,” hosted nearly all Anglican Bishops from across Nigeria. Obi used the platform to…
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“These are the same selfish elites shouting ‘city boy’ up and down, by gaslighting Nigerians that a failed government deserves another chance” -Lawyer Slams Obi Cubana for Moving Family to UK While Backing Tinubu
Lawyer Chukwudi Iwuchukwu has alleged that nightlife entrepreneur Obi Cubana relocated his family to the United Kingdom three years ago. The lawyer claims the move suggests the businessman no longer believes in Nigeria’s future, despite his public political stances. Iwuchukwu made the claims on his Facebook page this Thursday, specifically targeting Obi Cubana and his associate, Cubana Chief Priest. He noted that while both men are major players in the Nigerian economy, they have chosen…
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Security agents attempt to arrest El-Rufai, seize his passport at airport
Muyiwa Adekeye, Media Adviser to former Kaduna State Governor Nasir El-Rufai, has alleged that security agents attempted to arrest the former governor on Thursday. The incident reportedly occurred shortly after El-Rufai arrived at the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport in Abuja on a flight from Cairo, Egypt. According to a statement released by Adekeye, the operatives approached El-Rufai and sought to take him into custody as he disembarked. The former governor reportedly refused to follow the…
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Oyo Governor Makinde Agrees To Join ADC If He will Be Atiku’s Running Mate, Pledges N10billion Support — Ex-Governor Fayose Alleges
Former Ekiti State Governor Peter Ayodele Fayose has sparked a political firestorm by alleging that Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde is preparing to dump the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). Fayose claims Makinde has struck a deal to join the African Democratic Congress (ADC) to serve as the vice-presidential running mate to Atiku Abubakar in 2027. The revelation came via a detailed statement on Wednesday titled, “Between Atiku and Makinde, Untold Story of What Happened in…
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