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ran collects initial revenue from Strait of Hormuz shipping tolls

23Apr

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ran collects initial revenue from Strait of Hormuz shipping tolls

A senior Iranian official confirmed on Thursday that Tehran has received its first revenue from tolls imposed on vessels navigating the strategic Strait of Hormuz. This development signifies a major shift in the ongoing maritime standoff and the broader regional conflict involving the United States and Israel.Hamidreza Hajibabaei, the deputy speaker of parliament, stated that the funds have already been deposited into the Central Bank account, a claim echoed by several Iranian state media outlets.The Strait of Hormuz is a vital global energy artery through which approximately twenty percent of the world's oil and gas flows during peacetime. Since the start of hostilities on February 28, Iran has severely restricted maritime traffic, allowing only a fraction of ships to pass.Offici...

My Mother Opposes Me Giving My Father Money — Peller Reveals

23Apr

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My Mother Opposes Me Giving My Father Money — Peller Reveals

Popular Nigerian streamer Peller has revealed that his mother has advised him against providing financial support to his father.He made the disclosure while reacting to an ongoing family dispute involving fellow content creator GehGeh, whose younger sister recently accused him online of neglecting his siblings despite his wealth.Responding to the controversy, GehGeh maintained that although he is the first in his family to attain financial success, he does not yet have enough resources to lift the entire family out of poverty. He also expressed concern about becoming financially strained if he continues to shoulder all responsibilities, urging his siblings to seek employment.Sharing his perspective during a livestream, Peller recounted his own experiences with family financial ...

Nigerian officials involved in k!lling of Christians — US Senator, Ted Cruz

23Apr

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Nigerian officials involved in k!lling of Christians — US Senator, Ted Cruz

Ted Cruz, a United States senator, has claimed that Nigerian government officials are involved in attacks against Christians in the country. Cruz made the allegation during a Senate Foreign Relations subcommittee hearing focused on the United States counterterrorism strategy in Africa on Tuesday, April 21. Speaking at the hearing, Cruz claimed that Nigeria records the highest number of Christians k!lled because of their faith anywhere in the world. He said since 2009, more than 50,000 Christians had been k!lled, while over 20,000 churches, schools and other religious buildings had been destroyed. “Nigerian officials had been, unfortunately, complicit in facilitating these atrocities,” Cruz said. He linked part of the violence to the operation of Sharia law in ...

Tinubu requests Senate approval for new $516m loan for highway project

23Apr

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Tinubu requests Senate approval for new $516m loan for highway project

President Bola Tinubu has submitted a formal request to the Senate seeking approval for a fresh loan of $516,333,070. The request was contained in a letter addressed to Senate President Godswill Akpabio and read during Thursday’s plenary session.According to the President, the loan is to be obtained from Deutsche Bank and is specifically intended to finance the construction of the Sokoto-Badagry 1,000-kilometer Super Highway.This project is a key component of the administration's legacy infrastructure agenda, aimed at enhancing connectivity between the northern and southern regions of the country.about:blankIn the letter, President Tinubu urged the lawmakers to grant the request an expeditious passage to ensure the project remains on schedule.Following the reading, Sena...

What I Heard From God Before Accepting INEC Role – Amupitan

23Apr

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What I Heard From God Before Accepting INEC Role – Amupitan

Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission, Joash Amupitan, has revealed that he accepted the leadership role after receiving what he described as a strong spiritual conviction that God would support him.He made this known in Abuja during an end-of-tenure thanksgiving service organised by the Nigerian Baptist Convention for its outgoing president, Israel Akanji, and his wife, Victoria.Amupitan said he would not have taken up the position without that conviction, noting that he drew strength from what he described as a clear divine message before accepting the appointment.According to him, the assurance he received—that God would strengthen and uphold him—has remained central to his leadership, even in the face of the challenges that come with overseeing elections...

BREAKING : Senate Approves Darma as Minister

23Apr

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BREAKING : Senate Approves Darma as Minister

The Senate has confirmed Muttaqha Rabe Darma as a minister of the Federal Republic of Nigeria following his screening on Thursday.The approval came after a question-and-answer session during plenary, after President Bola Ahmed Tinubu submitted his nomination to the upper chamber.The request, read by Senate President Godswill Akpabio, was referred to the Committee of the Whole, which later recommended his confirmation.During the screening, Darma pledged to collaborate closely with the National Assembly to tackle Nigeria’s housing challenges.“We will work together with the National Assembly to ensure that the issue of housing is addressed,” he said.He noted that more than 100 million Nigerians are affected by inadequate housing, stressing the urgency of expanding access t...

Trump envoy asks FIFA to replace Iran with Italy at World Cup

23Apr

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Trump envoy asks FIFA to replace Iran with Italy at World Cup

An envoy for US President Donald Trump has reportedly asked FIFA to replace Iran with Italy in the 2026 World Cup this summer.The Financial Times reported that the plan is an effort to repair the relationship between Trump and Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni, which soured after the former’s comments against Pope Leo XIV regarding the war with Iran.United States special envoy Paolo Zampolli suggested the idea to FIFA President Gianni Infantino."I confirm I have suggested to Trump and Infantino that Italy replace Iran at the World Cup. I’m an Italian native, and it would be a dream to see the Azzurri at a U.S.-hosted tournament," Zampolli told the outlet. "With four titles, they have the pedigree to justify inclusion."Italy had a chance to be in the World Cup already, b...

Blessing CEO calls on Nigerian doctors for help as she shares her scan results {PHOTOS}

23Apr

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Blessing CEO calls on Nigerian doctors for help as she shares her scan results {PHOTOS}

Nigerian relationship therapist Blessing Okoro, otherwise known as Blessing CEO, has shared her scan result.The relationship expert, who made her return to Instagram a day ago, shared a video of her in the hospital as she unmasked her medical report.In another post, she shared a screenshot of the results, asking doctors in the house to help with the translationCommenting on it, one teeto_olayeni wrote, “Help who? No worry, you still dey go that stage 4 you craved for so badOne Mr Mo wrote, “You’ll never know peace blessingOne amysleezy_1 wrote, “This Blessing CEO is def sīck in the headOne za_pphire wrote, “You people will think she’s just a clout chaser or attention seeker, this lady here is mentally sickOne joyaustin1743 wrote, “She is either mentally ill...

NELFUND warns against fake student loan registration portal

23Apr

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NELFUND warns against fake student loan registration portal

The Nigerian Education Loan Fund has warned students and the public to remain vigilant against rising scams targeting its interest-free student loan programme.The warning follows the circulation of a fraudulent notice claiming the existence of a new 2026 registration portal.In a post on its X handle on Thursday, the Fund urged Nigerians to verify all links and rely exclusively on its verified channels to avoid falling victim to misinformation and potential scams.“Please ensure you verify all links and rely only on our official channels for accurate information. Remain vigilant against misinformation, fake news, and potential scams,” NELFUND wrote.The suspicious notice claimed that, due to constraints faced by students, President Bola Tinubu directed the opening of the p...

Man Arrested in Anambra for Impersonating JAMB Official

23Apr

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Man Arrested in Anambra for Impersonating JAMB Official

Operatives of the Inspector General of Police Safe School Initiative under the Anambra State Police Command have apprehended a suspect, Eric Nwombu, over alleged impersonation and illegal possession of examination materials belonging to the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB).The development was confirmed in Awka through a statement issued by the Police Public Relations Officer, SP Tochukwu Ikenga.According to the statement, officers recovered eight JAMB examination slips from the suspect, along with a notebook containing students’ names and examination numbers. He reportedly failed to provide a satisfactory explanation for how he obtained the documents.The suspect was arrested following a tip-off from a cyber café in Atani, where he had been collecting 2026 JAMB ex...