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I’ll use Islamic injunctions to tackle banditry — Kebbi Accord guber candidate

5Oct

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I’ll use Islamic injunctions to tackle banditry — Kebbi Accord guber candidate

The Accord Party governorship candidate in Kebbi State, Muhammad Sani Abdullahi Bunza, has promised to use Islamic injunctions as part of his approach to tackling banditry and kidnapping if elected in 2027.Bunza made the promise on Saturday at a candidate engagement forum organised by the Correspondents’ Chapel of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Kebbi State Council.He said passages from the Qur’an, if applied with sincerity, could help end banditry and kidnapping in the state.The candidate also promised to raise the minimum wage for Kebbi workers to N500,000 monthly if elected.He said the proposed wage was aimed at improving workers’ welfare and addressing what he described as hardship among civil servants.Bunza urged Kebbi residents to vote for candidates b...

Nigerian govt moves to remove export bottlenecks, boost FX inflows.

5Oct

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Nigerian govt moves to remove export bottlenecks, boost FX inflows.

The Nigerian government has announced plans to remove export bottlenecks and boost foreign exchange inflows into the Nigerian economy.The Managing Director of the Nigerian Ports Authority, NPA, Abubakar Dantsoho, made this disclosure at an event in Abuja at the weekend.He noted that Nigeria’s trade resilience required efficient infrastructure, predictable fiscal frameworks and seamless supply chains.According to him, Nigeria’s economic resilience could no longer depend largely on imports and oil revenues.Dantsoho explained that the recent approval by the Federal Government for the transfer of Inland Dry Port (IDP) management and development functions to the NPA would bring port efficiency closer to businesses operating far from coastal ports.“By bringing Inland Dry ...

Ahead 2027: Peter Obi not a threat to Tinubu – Umahi

5Oct

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Ahead 2027: Peter Obi not a threat to Tinubu – Umahi

Minister of Works, Dave Umahi, has claimed that the Nigeria Democratic Congress, NDC, presidential candidate, Peter Obi is not a threat to President Bola Tinubu. He, however, said Obi is his brother.Featuring on Channels Television’s Sunday Politics, the minister said: “Peter Obi is my brother and friend. My position about integrating the Southeast into the main stream of the nation never changed as a governor.“When Buhari was there I publicly asked the Southeast to give Buhari 25 percent while I gave Atiku 75 percent in my state.“So my position has not changed, my position is that we should have a broad mind. Peter Obi is not the only Southeast candidate contesting, we have three other Southeast candidates that are contesting.“So Peter Obi is not a t...

Tinubu’s ‘age of prosperity’ yet to reach Nigerian workers – Ajaero says

5Oct

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Tinubu’s ‘age of prosperity’ yet to reach Nigerian workers – Ajaero says

The President of the Nigeria Labour Congress, NLC, Joe Ajaero, has said President Bola Tinubu’s much-publicised “age of prosperity” has not yet translated into improved living conditions for Nigerian workers.Speaking on the Mic On Podcast, hosted by Seun Okinbaloye, Ajaero argued that rising petrol, food, transportation and accommodation costs have significantly eroded the value of the N70,000 minimum wage.“Prosperity is not with the Nigerian worker,” Ajaero said, while expressing hope that the government’s promise could eventually become a reality.He maintained that although inflation may be slowing, Nigerians are still burdened by the high prices created by previous inflationary increases.According to him, organised labour accepted the N70,000 minimum wage partly beca...

BREAKING: Temi Nkem wins Big Brother Naija season 11

4Oct

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BREAKING: Temi Nkem wins Big Brother Naija season 11

Reality star Temi Nkem has won the Big Brother Naija season 11The housemate was one of the nine finalists, which included Aikou, Barry, Bluethopia, Flora, Oyin, Ricky, Sheba, and Tram.The 21-year-old student (born Temitope Chigbue) clinched the victory during the live grand finale on Sunday, October 4, 2026, walking away with the ₦160 million grand prize package, which features ₦100 million in cash and a brand-new SUV.After six evictions, Sheba, Temi Nkem, and Aikou were the last three housemates standing.For winning the show, Temi Nkem will be taking home the ₦160 million grand prize. The prize comprises ₦100 million in cash and a brand-new SUV, making it one of the biggest reward packages in the history of the reality television show.https://y...

Zidane sends message to Portugal over Cristiano Ronaldo’s saga

4Oct

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Zidane sends message to Portugal over Cristiano Ronaldo’s saga

Former Real Madrid manager and present France national team head coach Zinedine Zidane has sent a message to Portugal over the Cristiano Ronaldo’s situation.He said that the players’ accomplishments in football warrants appropriate recognition and celebration.Ronaldo found himself at the centre of controversy following his departure from the Portugal national team’s training facility over an alleged disagreement with head coach Jorge Jesus. The Portuguese veteran chose to exit the camp following remarks made by Jesus during a press conference preceding their UEFA Nations League victory against Denmark.Zidane represents one of numerous coaches who achieved considerable success with Cristiano Ronaldo as a key member of their squad. The French tactician secur...

Agbara Nla Sets New Nollywood Box Office Benchmark With N71m Preview Earnings

4Oct

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Agbara Nla Sets New Nollywood Box Office Benchmark With N71m Preview Earnings

Agbara Nla: The Return has generated more than N71 million from preview screenings at the West African box office, setting multiple records ahead of its official cinema release on October 2, 2026.The faith-based movie sold more than 12,000 tickets during its preview screenings, recording the highest single-day preview gross ever reported in West Africa and the largest preview admissions figure for a movie in 2026, according to Nile Entertainment and Nigerian box office data.The film marks the return of Agbara Nla 33 years after the original Yoruba Christian movie became one of the notable productions in Nigeria’s faith-based film industry.With its strong preview showing, the movie entered its nationwide theatrical release on October 2 with more than N71 million already earned a...

JUST IN: RCCG pastor slumps and d!es while preaching about death at a funeral service in Rivers

4Oct

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JUST IN: RCCG pastor slumps and d!es while preaching about death at a funeral service in Rivers

Residents of Aleto community in Eleme, River State and members of the Redeemed Christian Church of God church in the area were thrown into shock and mourning on Friday, October 2, after the officiating minister at a funeral in the community and resident TCCG pastor, Deacon Steve Eyo, suddenly collapsed and was later pronounced de@d.According to a report by PM News the cleric had attended the funeral and was preaching on the topic-"The Certainty of De@th and Hope Beyond."Newsaggregation serviceEyewitnesses said the cleric told the mourners that de@th was certain and cannot be avoided, adding that everyone must pass through it, and that de@th is like going to the market. The cleric was quoted to have said that some people leave the market early, while others stay ...

You won’t win in Rivers, result will be written – Wike tells Amaechi

4Oct

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You won’t win in Rivers, result will be written – Wike tells Amaechi

Federal Capital Territory Minister and Rainbow Coalition leader Nyesom Wike has asserted that the African Democratic Congress (ADC) cannot secure victory in Rivers State during the upcoming general elections, claiming that electoral outcomes in the state will continue to be predetermined.Speaking on Saturday, October 3 at a gathering organized by Uzugbani Ekpeye in Ahoada East and West Local Government Areas, Wike dismissed the political prospects of his former ally and current ADC vice-presidential candidate, Chibuike Amaechi.The minister challenged voters to assess candidates based on verifiable track records rather than political rhetoric, while pointing to Amaechi’s historical electoral performance since their political parting.Recalling their past collabora...

BREAKING: WHO lists top 10 causes of death globally

4Oct

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BREAKING: WHO lists top 10 causes of death globally

The World Health Organisation has identified ischaemic heart disease and stroke as the leading causes of death globally, according to its latest report on the top causes of death. Ischaemic heart disease, which occurs when narrowed or blocked arteries reduce blood flow and oxygen to the heart muscle, was responsible for about 9.5 million deaths in 2023, accounting for 16 per cent of all deaths worldwide.Stroke ranked second, causing about 6.8 million deaths,d or 11 per cent of global deaths, while chronic obstructive pulmonary disease was the third leading cause, with about 3.6 million deaths. Lower respiratory infections ranked fourth, accounting for 2.7 million deaths, followed by Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias, which caused about 2.1 million deaths.The W...