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Between Aketi and Lucky, By Simbo Olorunfemi
“Interests, not ideas, dominate directly the actions of men” Max Weber Events, as have played out in Ondo State over the last few months, sobering as they are, come with lessons on different fronts – life, politics, relationships, interests, grace, fate, and possibly more. Just as you never know with life, you can never tell with politics. In the contestation…
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PDP blasts Tinubu for not paying workers’ salary, calls him a dictator
The opposition party, Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), has slammed President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for failing to pay the December salary of workers, saying that he has turned Nigeria into a “huge IDP camp” and a “totalitarian state”. In a press statement issued on Friday, the PDP accused the Tinubu-led All Progressives Congress (APC) administration of being insensitive, heartless and corrupt,…
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Obama lists Davido’s ‘Unavailable’ as one of 2023 favourite songs
Former US President Barack Obama has revealed his favorite music of 2023, and among the songs he enjoyed listening to were several by Nigerian artists, including “Unavailable” by Davido and Musa Keys. Obama shared his annual playlist on his social media platforms on Saturday, featuring a diverse mix of genres and artists from around the world. He wrote: “As we…
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Has Israel forfeited her right to exist? By Femi Fani-Kayode
The genocidal monster and strange little creature that appears in a video which I posted on X boastfully proclaiming that “every single Gazan is an enemy of Israel” & that “every man, woman & child in Gaza should be killed”, proves that the Jewish state is now a nation of demonically-inspired souls that are in the grip & power of…
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First lady Tinubu visits Akeredolu’s widow in Ibadan
Nigeria’s First Lady Senator Oluremi Tinubu, has condoled with the widow of late Ondo State Governor Mrs Betty Akeredolu. The First Lady who was at the Ibadan residence of the Akeredolus noted that late Governor Rotimi Akeredolu fought gallantly to stay alive but every human existence is subject to the will of God. She noted that the nation has lost…
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South Africa files case at ICJ accusing Israel of ‘genocidal acts’ in Gaza
South Africa has filed a case against Israel at the International Court of Justice (ICJ), accusing it of crimes of genocide against Palestinians in Gaza after nearly three months of relentless Israeli bombardment has killed more than 21,500 people and caused widespread destruction in the besieged enclave. In an application to the court on Friday, South Africa described Israel’s actions…
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Ijewere, the brain behind Nigeria’s Value Added Tax, dies at 77
The main brain that midwived Value Added Tax (VAT) in Nigeria has died. Dr. Emmanuel Ijewere, who was a former president of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria (ICAN), reportedly succumbed to a prolonged terminal illness on Thursday. He was 77. He served as the Chairman of the modified value-added tax committee set up by the Federal Military Government…
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Aiyedatiwa signs 2024 Ondo budget into law, vows to complete ongoing projects
The Governor of Ondo State, Hon. Lucky Aiyedatiwa, on Friday signed into law the 2024 Appropriation bill of N395.257 billion, christened Budget of Economic Resilience. The Governor, who assented to the bill shortly after it was passed by the State House of Assembly, said the budget will focus on economic growth and development of the State. In his speech, Governor…
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Governor Bello encourages youth to embrace entrepreneurship, skill development for self-reliance
Kogi State Governor, Yahaya Bello, has encouraged the youth to immerse themselves in skill acquisition and entrepreneurship, emphasizing the importance of not solely relying on traditional academic qualifications. The governor issued this call during a thorough inspection of the Fashion Shared Facility, an integral component of the National Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises Clinics for Viable Enterprises in Okene, during…
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FG’s 50% transport rebate: a festive season blessing for travelers, By Babajide Fadoju
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s recent announcement regarding free train rides and a 50% discount on interstate bus fares during the festive period has sparked widespread reactions across Nigeria. While some voices, notably the Nigerian Labour Congress, expressed skepticism, numerous travelers, including myself, have already experienced the benefits, potentially making this policy a game-changer for the Yuletide season. The Minister for…
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