Day: December 27, 2023

‘I Mourn My Fearless Brother’, Tinubu Pays Tribute To Akeredolu

Ganiyu Amodu

President Bola Tinubu has expressed profound grief over the passing of Governor Rotimi Akeredolu of Ondo State, describing him as a “fearless brother, confidant, political soulmate, and a true statesman.” Akeredolu passed away on Wednesday morning after battling with a prolonged illness. In a statement titled “I Mourn My Fearless Brother, Rotimi Akeredolu,” the president highlighted Akeredolu’s unwavering commitment to justice, equity, and security, both as a legal professional and governor. He lauded his role in advocating for local police in the South West and his resolute leadership during the…

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Aiyedatiwa Sworn In As Ondo Governor

Ganiyu Amodu

Like Goodluck, Like Lucky: How Aiyedatiwa became governor against all odds + his full speech at the swearing-in ceremony    Lucky Aiyedatiwa has been sworn in as the Governor of Ondo State. The swearing-in took place at the Government House, Alagbaka, Akure, on Wednesday. READ ALSO Portable Defeats Charles Okocha in Celebrity Boxing Fight President Donates 54 Bicycles To Village Heads As Christmas Gift + PHOTOS BREAKING: Ondo Governor, Rotimi Akeredolu, Is Dead This development followed the death of the state governor, Rotimi Akeredolu, on Wednesday, at the age of…

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Portable Defeats Charles Okocha in Celebrity Boxing Fight

Ganiyu Amodu

After the fourth round, Nigerian street-pop artist Habeeb Badmus, aka Portable, was declared winner of the celebrity boxing fight against Nollywood actor, Charles Okocha, on Wednesday. The fight, which was sanctioned by Heritage Boxing Entertainment, held at Landmark Beach in Victoria Island, Lagos State, started after 1am and lasted about 40 minutes. The pair had finally settled their scores with their fists after Portable alleged contractual issues, which led them to engage in an online feud over an alleged N40m rip-off. Portable claimed Okocha cheated him out of the money,…

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President Donates 54 Bicycles To Village Heads As Christmas Gift + PHOTOS

Abibat Babalola

The President of Zimbabwe, Emmerson Dambudzo Mnangagwa, on Tuesday, donated 54 bicycles to village heads in Zvishavane as a Christmas gift. Also, the county’s First Lady, Amai Auxillia Mnangagwa, donated Christmas hampers to the wives of Village Heads present at the event. READ ALSO: BREAKING: Ondo Governor, Rotimi Akeredolu, Is Dead Picture Of Adeboye Sitting On Oyo Monarch’s Allaged Throne Stirs Reactions Palliative loan: World Bank Increases Disbursement To $315 million For Nigeria  God, History Won’t Forgive You If You Fail – Kukah To Tinubu Ukraine To Celebrate Christmas On…

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BREAKING: Ondo Governor, Rotimi Akeredolu, Is Dead

Ganiyu Amodu

Once survived COVID-19, stranded in Nigeria after returning from medical trip in German., this is how the man died.   Ondo state governor, Rotimi Akeredolu, is dead. Platforms Africa learnt that Akeredolu died in Lagos on Wednesday, December 27. He was aged 67. It was discovered that because they were unable to transport him overseas, State House physicians cared for him until his passing. READ ALSO: Akeredolu’s Son Begs Tinubu For Air Ambulance To Return Ailing Father To Germany – Report Akeredolu Sacks Deputy Gov’s Media Aides, Disbands Press Crew…

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Picture Of Adeboye Sitting On Oyo Monarch’s Alleged Throne Stirs Reactions

Abibat Babalola

Chair Pastor Adeboye sat on not my seat – Olugbon   A picture of the General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God, Pastor Enoch Adeboye, sitting on the alleged throne of the Olugbon of Orile Igbon in Oyo State, Oba Francis Alao Akinbola, has drawn a lot of attention from social media users. The picture which was first posted on X on Friday by the RCCG Public Relations has since gathered different reactions from social media users. While some Ntizens condemn the cleric for sitting on the monarch’s…

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Palliative: World Bank Ups Loans For Nigeria to $315 Million 

Abibat Babalola

In an effort to cushion the impact of the fuel subsidy removal, the World Bank has escalated its financial support to Nigeria, increasing its disbursement from $300 million to $315 million. The funds, part of an $800 million allocation for the National Social Safety-Net Program Scale Up (NSSP-SU), have been specifically directed to alleviate the economic strains faced by the most vulnerable sectors of society. This development was disclosed in the Implementation Status & Results Report for the project, which highlighted that while $315 million has been disbursed, a remaining…

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Former Reps Speaker, Ghali Na’Abba, Is Dead

Ganiyu Amodu

Former Speaker of the House of Representatives, Ghali Na’Abba, is dead. Born on September 27, 1958, the 8th Speaker of the House of Representatives died in Abuja on Wednesday morning. According to family sources, late Na’Abba battled with ailment for a long time before passing away. He was once flown abroad for medical treatment and stayed there for some months before he recovered and returned to Nigeria. According to the sources, the remains of the former Speaker would be buried in Abuja today according to Islamic rites. READ ALSO Pipeline…

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Pipeline Explosion Kills 30, Injures Many In Rivers

ADEOLA YUSUF

More than 30 persons were reportedly burnt to death following an explosion from illegal pipeline tapping point in Omoku, Ogba/Egebema/Ndoni Local Government Area of Rivers State. The incident is said to have occurred on Sunday morning. A pipeline belonging to one of the multinational oil firms operating in the area was allegedly tampered with. So, many people started using jerry cans and buckets to scoop fuel. That was when tragedy struck. Over 30 persons are feared dead, while many more suffered varying degrees of burns and are receiving treatment in…

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