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AFDB Provides Over $4bn Funding For Nigeria Africa Development Bank (AFDB), says it has made provision for a $4.4 billion dollers funding portfolio for Nigeria to take care of the nation’s developmental challenges. The Director Country Department of the AFDB, Mr. Lamin Barow, stated this in Abuja at the opening of a Joint Country Portfolio Performance Review meeting, organised by the Bank in collaboration with the International Economic Relations Department of the Ministry of Finance. The Director, AFDB Country Department , Mr. Lamin Barrow, who lauded the Federal Government for its bold reform initiatives such as the removal of fuel subsidies and foreign exchange harmonisation, said the Bank’s funding portfolio in Nigeria was the largest in Africa. “Currently, the Bank’s portfolio in Nigeria is one of the largest among the Regional Member Countries (RMCs), with a total commitment value of US$ 4.4 billion. These are comprised of 48 operations fairly evenly distributed between public an...

FG Launches CNG Buses Initiative Federal Government has flagged off the Presidential Compressed Natural Gas Initiative (PCNGI), with the unveiling seven conversion centres across Nigeria. The flag-off of the initiative was done by the Chief of Staff to the President, Femi Gbajibiamila. In a symbolic handover of the CNG buses to the State House, the Chairman of the Presidential CNG Initiative Steering Committee, Zacch Adedeji announced that the government has waived the Value Added Tax on the CNG buses purchase as well as seeking duty waivers for value-chain. The goal is to build a sustainable future, leveraging Nigeria’s available cheap and clean energy source, which is gas, Adedeji stated. The Committee Chairman also said that plans were underway for the government to establish multiple conversion centres across the Country in the next two weeks. “Moreover, it is my pleasure as your Chief Tax Officer, a position I hold alongside as Chairman of this initiative, to announce that we will...

Season Of ‘Apollo’: How To Avoid It Conjunctivitis, also known as pink eye and popularly called Apollo in Nigeria, is an inflammatory infection that leads to redness of the eye. Most often than not, the redness is accompanied by pain and swelling. It is common among children, but adults contract it too. It is highly communicable, as one can get it by coming into contact with things used by an infected person. The symptoms include redness in one or both eyes, itching, a gritty feeling, discharge in one or both eyes that forms a crust during the night that may prevent the eye or eyes from opening in the morning, and tearing. Anne Omeche, an Abuja resident, recounted her experience of discovering she had conjunctivitis, noting that her eyes had been intensely itchy throughout the night. Upon awakening the next morning, she was alarmed to find her eyes both red and swollen. Why it is called Apollo in Nigeria? Some young Nigerians do not know why conjunctivitis is called apollo. Further res...

Amaechi To Nigerians: Has Any Politician Told You He Is Not A Thief? Former Minister of Transportation, Rotimi Amaechi, has accused Nigerians of being too docile and ready to accept anything thrown at them. Amaechi, who was actively involved in politics from 1999 to 2023, said this when he featured as a guest speaker at the 2023 TheNiche Annual Lecture held at Nigeria Institute of International Affairs (NIIA), Victoria Island, Lagos, on Thursday. Although most of the things he said at the lecture have been reported, a 4-minute video is currently trending online. In the video, the former speaker of Rivers House of Assembly and two-term governor of Rivers State, said he had been quiet for some reasons, including the advice of his publicist. “There are so many television houses and individuals that approached me to speak on different issues since I left office and I declined. I declined for two reasons; one, my publicist advised me not to say anything; and he is very angry as I am speakin...

Tribunal Upholds Governor Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri's Election  The Adamawa state Governorship election tribunal has dismissed the case of Sen Aishatu Dahiru Ahmed Binani of the All Progressive congress (APC) challenging the victory and declaration of Governor Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri of the People's Democratic party (PDP) as winner in the Governorship election of Adamawa state.  The tribunal has affirmed the victory of Governor Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri in the February 2023 general election.  The tribunal presided over by the leading judge, justice Theodora Oloho, justice Mustapha Ramat and justice Umar Abdulnasir, said, the petitioner had failed to establish their allegations of non compliance with the electoral act and prove their case with cogent, credible and satisfactory evidences. She said, all the documents tendered by the petitioner were irrelevant and their Star witness did not demonstrate any of the documents to link it with any of their material allegations in the petition....

My manager and lawyer are plotting to ‘kidnap’ me – Davido  Davido, following his heated online clash with fellow artist Dammy Krane, stirred up quite a commotion on the internet by whimsically reaching out to his fan base for help via social media. The singer, in his latest post, cheekily claimed that his lawyer, and manager are planning to “abduct” him. Davido, the prominent Afrobeats sensation, professionally identified as David Adeleke, stirred up a buzz with his recent post as he humorously implored for assistance, claiming that his own team members attempted to “kidnap” him. The singer’s playful SOS call followed a fiery face-off with Dammy Krane, with accusations flying like unpaid debts, claims of ingratitude, and a storm of other allegations in the mix. News Dorect recall reporting that Dammy Krane claimed Davido still owes him for his contribution on the track they did together. Both parties shared different secrets online, revealing how they both allegedly took advantage...

Tinubu sets agenda for new Olaopa led FCSC leadership President Bola Tinubu has set a clear agenda for the new leadership of Federal Civil Service Commission, FCSC, led by Prof. Tunji Olaopa. The President set the agenda in a statement announcing the new FCSC team issued by Ajuri Ngelale, his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity on Friday. The appointememts are subject to the confirmation of the Senate. Upom confirmation, the President said he expected new FCSC leadership to commence work with effect from Nov. 30, 2023 as the tenure of the current leadership Chairman and membership expires Nov. 29. “The President anticipates that the new FCSC leadership will competently facilitate the transformation, reorientation and digitisation of the federal bureaucracy. “This will enable, and not stifle, growth and enhanced private sector participation in the development of the Nigerian economy, in full adherence to the Renewed Hope Agenda,” the presidential aide listed the expectations of the P...

 Senate leader cautions opposition parties against stampeding judiciary into partisan politics Senate Leader, Opeyemi Bamidele has advised opposition parties against stampeding the judiciary into partisan politics through disinformation, mal-information and misinformation. Bamidele, who chaired the Senate Committee on Judiciary, Human Rights and Legal Matters in the 9th National Assembly, said this in a statement in Abuja. He chided opposition parties for dragging the judiciary into partisan politics in pursuit of their selfish interests against collective interest of Nigeria and Nigerians. While celebrating the victory of the president Bola Tinubu at the apex court, Bamidele condemned the undue blackmailing of the judiciary even before the petitions of the opposition parties and their candidates were decided. He observed that the judiciary “is one of the most consistent, dependable and reliable democratic institutions that still stands for and with the oppressed in this federation...

Mohbad’s father aggrieved because late singer bought property in son, Liam’s name – Iyabo Ojo claims Nollywood actress, Iyabo Ojo has alleged that Mr James Aloba, the father of late Nigerian rapper, Ilerioluwa Olademeji Aloba, aka Mohbad, is aggrieved because his late son bought some property in his six-month-old son, Liam’s name. She said Mohbad’s family is torn apart over the inheritance of the late singer’s properties. Ojo stated this in an interview with media personality, Daddy Freeze, on Friday. She said, “I’ve spoken to Mohbad’s wife. I’ve spoken to Mohbad’s mum. And Mohbad’s dad also called me and told me some things. From what Mohbad’s dad said I know that there’s an issue going on between the dad and the wife’s family. “He said he would like me to ask Mohbad’s wife’s mother some questions which are personal family questions. Most of it is based on properties and money. And one of it was like… He said to me, ‘I bought my own property with my name so why will Mohbad buy his own...

“When Mohbad’s wife was pregnant, they were living with Bella Shmurda” – Iyabo Ojo sheds light on friendship Iyabo Ojo, a popular actress, has revealed more facts about Mohbad’s assault, death, and family story as she discusses the singer’s friendship with his pal Bella Shmurda. She recently participated in an interview with media personality Daddy Freeze, during which she discussed the complexities of Mohbad’s familial troubles. Iyabo Ojo observed that there is certainly a schism between Mohbad’s father and his wife’s family. She confessed that Mohbad and his wife had married in the conventional manner before his death. Although she was unsure whether it was a traditional wedding or simply an introduction, she indicated that something had been done. Moreover, she said that while Mohbad’s wife was pregnant, she and the singer were squatting with Bella Shmurda who took care of them until Mohbad began doing well and got his own place and later moved out.  

Update: Maine mass sh00ter who murd£red 18 people is found d£ad in the woods with a self-inflicted gunsh0t wound to the head Maine mass shooter, Robert Card,  who murdered 18 people at a bowling alley, has been found d£ad in the woods with a self-inflicted gunsh0t wound to his head, ending a 48-hour manhunt involving over 300 members of law enforcement. Androscoggin sheriff's office wrote on Facebook: 'The suspect in Wednesday night's shootings has been located and is deceased.' Card, 40, was found at 7:45pm near Lisbon Falls, where his car was abandoned shortly after Wednesday's mass@cre. His body was reportedly located near a recycling plant from where he was recently fired. In a statement, Mike Sauschuck, the commander of Maine's department of Public Safety confirmed his death.  'There continues to be a lot of work that needs to be done here at the scene, and a lot to follow up on,' said Sauschuck.  Sauschuck confirmed that he is believed to have died...

"I'm a singer not a car washer, you beat me anyhow you like" - Youngi Duu firebacks at his ex boss Portable The former signee of controversial singer, Portable, Young Duu, has claimed that the Zazu crooner turned him into a car washer and assaulted him. He further claimed that during his time with his record label, Portable had physically abused him on several occasions. This accusation from Young Duu comes after his former boss, Portable made claims that he betrayed him after helping him become famous. Recall that Portable had cautioned Young Duu from cutting the ladder he used to reach his achievement because he could require it in the future. In response to the charges made by his previous employer, Young Duu insisted that he didn’t cut any “ladder” and emphasized that he left Zeh Nation in pursuit of achievement. Speaking during an Instagram Live session with fans, Young Duu said, “I did not break any ladder. For those people that know me, I did not break any ladder. ...

 Supreme Court judgement: Atiku to speak on national issues Monday Baring any last minute change in plans, the presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, Atiku Abubakar, with address a world press conference on Monday, 30th October. Atiku’s address will border on some crucial national issues. This was disclosed in a statement by the PDP Publicity Office on Saturday. The statement read, “The presidential candidate of our great party, the PDP, in the February 25, 2023, presidential election and former Vice President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, Atiku Abubakar, GCON, Wazirin Adamawa, will address a crucial press conference on issues of serious importance to the nation. “Date: Monday, October 30, 2023. Venue: PDP National Secretariat, Wadata Plaza, Abuja. Time: 11 am Prompt.” The planned world press conference was announced about 48 hours after the Supreme Court dismissed Atiku’s appeal against President Bola Tinubu’s victory in the February 25 presidential ele...

Abiodun mourns Alaba Lawson, says she was a blessing to many Ogun State Governor Prince Dapo Abiodun has described the death of the Iyalode of Yorubaland, Chief (Mrs) Alaba Lawson, as a huge loss to the nation. Abiodun, who said he received the news of the passing of the business magnate, educational entrepreneur and administrator with great shock, said he took solace in the fact that the deceased left huge landmarks across a broad spectrum of the Nigerian landscape and would be remembered for being a blessing to thousands of Nigerians who crossed paths with her. He added that as an epitome of excellence, the late Chief (Mrs) Lawson represented the very best of Nigerian womanhood and was a model to generations of women. In a statement issued by his Chief Press Secretary, Lekan Adeniran in Abeokuta, the Ogun State capital, on Saturday, Abiodun said: “The passing of Chief (Mrs) Alaba Lawson is without doubt a shocking development, but we are consoled by her sterling record of service to ...

STATE HOUSE PRESS RELEASE  PRESIDENT TINUBU CELEBRATES REVERED TRADITIONAL RULER, OBA RILWAN AKIOLU OF LAGOS, AT 80 President Bola Tinubu celebrates his long-time ally, friend, and confidant, His Majesty, Oba Rilwan Akiolu of Lagos State, on his 80th birthday. President Tinubu describes the revered monarch as a fountain of wisdom, knowledge, and a staunch custodian of the rich culture and traditions of Lagos. "Oba Akiolu and I have come a long way. He is my confidant. He is a dear friend I hold in high esteem for his integrity, honour, and forthrightness. He is always generous with his wise counsel and always willing to offer his fatherly guidance. "Baba is a defender of the truth and his people. My achievements as Lagos State Governor are partly due to his support and counsel. His Majesty's reign has brought peace, progress, and development to the good people of Lagos," the President says. The President thanks the Eleko of Eko for his unceasing prayers and support, ...

 My Husband Impregnated another man’s wife and he is now threatening to k!ll me - Nigerian Lady Chioma Ebere cries out for help. Abia Born Lady Chioma Ebere has cried out to Nigerias to come to her rescue as her husband, an Ex officer of the Nigerian Army who was previously attached to the 145 Battalion HAIFA but fled away from Service Mr Olasunkani  Akanni impregnated another married woman identified as Queen Lucas in Aba and is now threatening to kill her. Narrating her ordeal exclusively to an Abia Based Jouranalist and Blogger Promise Uzoma Okoro, the lady said she got married to Mr Olasuunkani Akanni in 2020 but it has been domestic violence and all forms of beaten till date, she was afraid to leave the Marriage because of what people will say. She said Mr Akanni started beating her when she was three Months pregnant and was sleeping with a married lady from Mbaise who lives with the Husband in Aba identified as Queen Lucas before he got her Pregnant. She called on Nigeri...

Delayed grief ruined my marriage - Jim Iyke recounts how his marriage fell apart Nollywood star, Jim Iyke has narrated how his marriage fell apart due to delayed grief.  Speaking during the TeaTalk podcast, Jim Iyke disclosed that losing his mother affected him in his marriage because they were quite close. The actor who is currently divorced also disclosed that he tried to hold back the pain he felt at the time because of the African culture of men holding back their pain and being seen as a weakling if they let it out. He added that he ended up fighting for the wrong things because he didn’t grieve properly. He also said that while his ex-wife tried so much to help him, she expected him to reciprocate same love but he wasn’t forthcoming. Jim also revealed that he will get married again and enjoy being married. He also disclosed that while his marriage has ended, he has understood who he is now, wiser and far more successful now. The actor added that anybody coming into his space ...

Doctors advised Mr Ibu to cut off his two t0es – Former Manager Chochoo Chochoo a close friend and former manager of veteran actor, John Okafor fondly known as Mr Ibu has countered claim of the actor being de ad.  In an interview with Daily Trust, Chochoo revealed that Mr Ibu is alive and is expected to go for surgery on Saturday or early Sunday morning. He said;  “He has been dy!ng online for about two months now. I don’t know where they are getting the news from because online he is already de ad but offline he is still alive. He is having another operation either today or tomorrow morning. I was his former manager but we are still very close. Online he is dea d already but he is very much alive in reality.” Making a clarification on report of Mr Ibu getting amputated, Chochoo said;  “He has had some complications based on his health but this time he is battling with diabetes. Contrary to reports online that they want to cut 0ff his leg, the doctors advised him to cut o...

ATIKU AND OBI ASKS TO SUPPORT PRESIDENT TINUBU TO SUCCEED. President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has been advised to take advantage of his victory at the Supreme Court to address the problems of insecurity and the restoration of value of naira towards reducing the current hardship bedeviling Nigerians. Special Adviser to the Niger State Governor on Political and Strategy Malam Mohammed Nma Kolo gave the advice while congratulating President Tinubu on his victory at the Supreme Court in an interview with Newsmen in Minna Niger state. Malam Mohammed Nma Kolo would also wants the PDP Presidential Candidate and Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar aa well as the Labour Party Presidential Candidate Former Anambra state Governor Peter Obi and other politicians to join hand and support President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to transform Nigeria to an enviable height. He therefore cautioned members of the All Progressives Congress APC against looking down on members of other political parties over the Supreme Cour...

Not Every Girl Has Committed @bortion, I Got Married as V!rgin at 29 - Prophetess Chimazuh Replies Phyna Prophetess Caroline Chinasa Chimazuh is my real name. From Ipo town, a community in Ikwerre LGA of Rivers State.  I gave my life to Christ and became Born again at the age of fifteen years, when I heard the Gospel of Salvation at my Village. Because of the poverty level of my parents I couldn't continue my education. As a result of that, I followed my Uncle to Port Harcourt, to hustle in order to help my family. As I was living with my Uncle I started learning how to sew clothes.  I later moved out of my Uncle's house because of the way I was treated.  I went to reside at a place my Church rented for homeless brethren. While living there, I continued to learn how to sew clothes.  Things became very hard for me. No money to feed or cloth myself. Nobody to help. At that time I had only one cloth apart from my workshop uniform. I usually wash my only cloth in the nig...

Phyna🗣️ "No woman can say she has never had an Ab0rti0n once or twice." "Any woman who tells you she hasn't done an ab0rti0n before is a lier. I've had several ab0rti0ns and I'm not ashamed to say it, even though people try to use that and mock me. I don't let people bully me because no woman can say she's never done an ab0rti0n before, like once or twice." Phyna Reality TV star Phyna who complained that Yahoo boys don't give their girlfriends money as she herself have dated many before reveals in an interview that no woman can say she's never done an ab0rti0n. Incase she doesn't know, Hilda Baci is still a virgin, Illebaye is still a virgin and Regina Daniels married as a virgin.🤭  

 GOV. ALIA APPROVES NEW HEAD OF BIPC  28th October, 2023    His Excellency, Rev. Fr. Hyacinth Alia has approved the appointment of Raymond Asemakaha as Managing Director, Benue Investment and Property Company Limited, BIPC Asemakaha is a highly accomplished professional and international finance consultant, with experience in several sectors of the economy. He has over 16  years experience in policy formulation, Public Finance and Project Implementation. The Governor believes that, based on his experience and records of service in the public and private sectors, the appointee will deliver on the mandate and specifications of his job. While congratulating him on his new role, the Governor charges him to always be loyal to his administration and put the interest of the state first in all his undertakings. He tasked him to ensure  He studies, assimilates and is fully conversant with the mission, vision and specific principles of his administration to be proper...

 Benin Court Jails 13 Internet Fraudsters Justice Efe Ikponmwonba of the State High Court, Benin- City, Edo State, on October 24  & 25, 2023 convicted and sentenced 13 (thirteen) internet fraudsters  to different jail terms. The convicts are: Eboh Chukwuma, Onyeukwu Emmanuel Onyeka, Ebuka Osita Odukwe, Omozuafo Collins, Elect Osayuwu, Omorogbe Christian, Odiete Timothy, Odede Enitome Patrick and  Benjamin Kennedy Ese. Others are: Ayodele Eugene, Eric Onwusiwekwu, Bolum Ogechukwu, and Courage Sule. They were jailed after pleading guilty to one- count separate charge  bordering on possession of proceeds of crime  and  unlawful possession of fraudulent documents, upon their arraignment by the Benin Zonal Command of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC. The charge against  Ebuka Osita Odukwe reads : "that you  Ebuka Osita Odukwe  sometimes between 2022 and 2023 within the jurisdiction of this honourable court did take posse...

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 GOV SOLUDO EMPOWERS 5000 ANAMBRA YOUTHS WITH N2B START-UP CAPITAL By Paul Nwosu Anambra State Government today empowered 5000 new smart entrepreneurs, courtesy of the 1 Youth 2 Skills Entrepreneurship Scheme. The 1 Youth 2 Skills Entrepreneurship Programme is expected to train and empower 10,000 youths in the next phase. Governor Chukwuma Soludo, CFR, during the empowerment ceremony which held at the International Convention Centre, Awka revealed that Anambra State will be turned into the biggest digital skills hub in Nigeria and Sub-Saharan Africa where a greater percentage of Anambra youths will have employable and exportable technological skills. Governor Soludo emphasized that the agenda is to raise smart entrepreneurs who possess two skills and people that will build businesses that will create jobs. The Governor noted that the only opportunity is the gap between the children of the poor and that of the rich, and assured Ndi Anambra of his determination to bridge the gap by p...

LAGOS GOVT REOPENS ALABA INTERNATIONAL, TRADE FAIR MARKETS …says closure not politically motivated The Lagos State Government has reopened Alaba International Market and some markets in the Trade Fair Complex, all located in Ojo, Lagos, after days of closure for improper waste disposal and other environmental infractions.  Commissioner for the Environment and Water Resources, Mr. Tokunbo Wahab, said the markets were reopened after addressing most of the environmental issues, adding however, that the closure was not politically motivated, but rather a step towards ensuring a clean and healthy environment around the business facilities. He said, “The decision to reopen the markets follows a rigorous assessment and implementation of stringent environmental standards. These standards were set to guarantee that businesses in the state operate in a manner that is not detrimental to the environment and the well-being of people. I want to state emphatically that the closure of those market...