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Governor’s wife provides free pap to help children with malnutrition issues

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< 1 mn read Dr. Nonye Soludo, the wife of the Anambra State Governor, launched the Nonye’s Healthy Living Pap initiative to combat child malnutrition in the state. During the launch in Awka, Dr. Soludo highlighted alarming statistics that show many children in Anambra are stunted, wasted, underweight, and unhappy due to malnutrition. Her Healthy Living Initiative aims to […]

Commissioner raises alarm about drug abuse in Lagos

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< 1 mn read Lagos State Commissioner for Youth and Social Development, Mobolaji Ogunlende, has declared drug abuse a pandemic in the state, requiring urgent collective action. Speaking at the “Empowering Her Fortune Initiative (EHF) 2.0″ event, organized by the Ikoyi-Obalende Local Council Development Area (LCDA) in collaboration with MTN Momo, Ogunlende emphasized the dire consequences of substance abuse […]

Atiku trade tackles over #EndBadGovernance protests

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< 1 mn read The recent #EndBadGovernance protests, sparked by economic hardships and hunger, have intensified the public discourse around the Nigerian government’s response to civil unrest. This has led to a notable exchange between the Presidency and former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, reflecting contrasting views on managing public safety and upholding constitutional rights. Atiku Abubakar, the 2023 presidential […]

Commissioner says Otu needs ₦100bn to repair 2020 EndSARS protest damages

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< 1 mn read Cross River State Commissioner for Finance, Michael Odere, has highlighted the substantial financial burden of ₦100 billion required to repair and replace government assets destroyed during the EndSARS protests in 2020. Odere explained that the extensive damage witnessed during those protests has led the state government to adopt a firm stance against violent demonstrations. Odere […]

Nasarawa residents criticise 12-hour curfew for disrupting businesses

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< 1 mn read Residents of Ado in Karu Local Government Area (LGA) of Nasarawa State are expressing frustration with the 12-hour curfew imposed in response to the #EndBadGovernance protests. The curfew, which runs from dusk to dawn, has disrupted daily business operations and led to financial losses for many. Business owners like Evelyn Imagbedion, a market trader, have […]

Hold Tinubu accountable for Northern unrest – Shehu Sani

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< 1 mn read Shehu Sani, a former Nigerian lawmaker, has called for urgent action from northern elites to address the long-standing issues plaguing the region. In his recent statements on X (formerly Twitter), Sani attributed the violent response to the #EndBadGovernance protests in northern Nigeria to systemic failures, urging a comprehensive strategy to tackle endemic poverty, illiteracy, underdevelopment, […]

Yusuf set to invest ₦502m in clean water for Kano’s growing population

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< 1 mn read The Kano State Government has allocated ₦502 million for the purchase of 10 water pumps to enhance the Tamburawa and Chalawa water treatment plants. This decision, made during the State Executive Council’s 17th meeting, underscores the administration’s dedication to improving public infrastructure and addressing the growing water needs of Kano’s residents. The new pumps are […]

#EndBadGovernance: Journalist attacked, protesters assaulted by thugs in Rivers

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< 1 mn read The #EndBadGovernance protests, which have been ongoing for a week, have seen a significant escalation in tensions, especially in Northern states where some demonstrations have turned violent. In a disturbing incident on August 8, 2024, during a protest in Port Harcourt, Rivers State, thugs attacked protesters and harassed Channels Television correspondent Deborah Agbalam. The thugs, […]

Katsina residents turn to special prayer as last resort to tackle economic hardship

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< 1 mn read In Katsina State, residents have turned to spiritual means to address the economic hardship and insecurity affecting their community. On August 6, 2024, a large prayer session was held at the Katsina Arabic Teachers College playground, where participants sought Allah’s intervention for relief from ongoing challenges. The prayer, known as “Al-Qunut,” was offered as a […]

Vybz Kartel opens up about struggle with Graves’ disease causing facial swelling

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< 1 mn read Jamaican music icon Vybz Kartel, whose real name is Adidjah Palmer, has been focusing on his health since his release from prison on July 31, 2024. Just hours after his release, Kartel released a new album, but his primary concern now is managing his health. In an interview with FOX 5’s Lisa Evers, Kartel spoke […]

‘Black Panther’ actor Connie Chiume passes away

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2 mn read The film and television world is mourning the loss of internationally acclaimed South African actress Connie Chiume, who passed away on August 6, 2024, at Garden City Hospital. The 72-year-old actress was celebrated for her significant contributions to the creative industry, known for her roles in popular TV shows like ‘Mohlolohadi’, ‘Yizo Yizo’, ‘Zone 14’, […]

APC never came to solve people’s problems – Charly Boy claims

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2 mn read Nigerian singer and songwriter Charly Boy has voiced strong criticism against the ruling political party, the All Progressive Party (APC), claiming they had no intention of solving the problems faced by the masses. On August 7, 2024, Charly Boy shared a clip on Instagram of Nollywood actor Kenneth Okonkwo’s recent interview on Channels Television, in […]

Pole vaulter whose manhood knocked him out of Olympics offered $250,000 porn deal

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< 1 mn read French pole vaulter Anthony Ammirati, whose unfortunate incident with his manhood during the 2024 Olympic Games caused him to miss out on the final, has reportedly been offered a lucrative deal by a porn site. According to TMZ, the popular adult website CamSoda has offered Ammirati $250,000 to showcase his manhood on camera. During the […]

Nigerian who wrote WASSCE 17 times bags award in US

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< 1 mn read Dr. Emmanuel Ahmadu, a Nigerian graduate who wrote the West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE) 17 times, received a prestigious award in the United States on August 3. Ahmadu was recognized as a Global Mental Health Advocate by the Marquis Who’s Who 2024 in America. He stated that this award places him in the […]

Police arrest 76 suspects with 25 Russian flags in Kano

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< 1 mn read In Kano State, the Police Command has arrested 76 individuals connected to the display of 25 Russian flags during recent protests. Among those arrested is a Nigerien national believed to have sewn the flags. Commissioner of Police Salma Dogo stated that the arrests, which are linked to charges of sedition, took place at various locations […]

81 more suspects arrested for looting during hunger protest in Jigawa

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< 1 mn read In Jigawa, the Police Command has arrested 81 additional suspects for looting and vandalizing public property during nationwide protests, bringing the total number of detained suspects to 294 since August 1. Police spokesman DSP Lawan Shiisu reported that the arrests took place on Saturday and Monday. Items recovered from 212 suspects include: 303 bags of […]

Soldier arrested after warning shot kills 16-year-old boy in Zaria

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< 1 mn read The Nigerian Army expressed its deep regrets over the loss of life and committed to ensuring that justice is served in this unfortunate incident. In a tragic turn of events, a 16-year-old boy, Ismail Mohammed, lost his life during a confrontation between protesters and the Nigerian Army in Zaria. According to a statement released by […]

Protest: FG places Sowore, other sponsors on watchlist

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2 mn read The DSS also disclosed that some bank accounts linked to the protests had been blocked. The Nigerian government has directed the Nigerian Immigration Services (NIS) to arrest human rights activist and former presidential candidate of the African Action Congress (AAC), Omoyele Sowore, along with other sponsors of the nationwide #EndBadGovernance protest. These individuals have been […]

Sowore links thugs who attacked reporters in Lagos to Tinubu, Sanwo-Olu

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< 1 mn read This incident highlights ongoing tensions and raises concerns about press freedom and safety during protests in Lagos. Suspected hoodlums, alleged to be linked to President Bola Tinubu and Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu of Lagos State, have harassed journalists covering the #EndBadGovernance protest in Lagos, chasing them out of Freedom Park, Ojota, Lagos. In a video posted […]

Ex-APC Chair in South Africa calls for death penalty for corrupt Nigerian officials

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< 1 mn read Bola Babarinde, former Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in South Africa, has advocated for the death penalty as a measure to combat corruption among public officeholders in Nigeria. He emphasized the urgent need to consider this drastic step to restore accountability and integrity in the country. Babarinde criticized the ostentatious display of wealth […]

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