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Explosive Political Showdown: Bauchi Deputy Governor Jatau Publicly Slaps Foreign Affairs Minister Tuggar

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  Explosive Political Showdown: Bauchi Deputy Governor Jatau Publicly Slaps Foreign Affairs Minister Tuggar Inside Nigeria’s Most Shocking Political Outburst of the Year In a jaw-dropping scene that has ignited nationwide outrage, Bauchi State Deputy Governor Mohammed Auwal Jatau allegedly slapped Nigeria’s Foreign Affairs Minister Yusuf Maitama Tuggar during a volatile exchange at a high-profile event. The public assault , which erupted in full view of onlookers, has shaken Nigeria’s political class to its core and triggered widespread demands for accountability. What began as a tense verbal disagreement escalated into a physical altercation that not only disgraced the office of a sitting deputy governor but also raised red flags about the erosion of civility and discipline among Nigeria’s top public officials . What Really Happened? A Detailed Account of the Jatau-Tuggar Clash Eyewitnesses at the scene report that both officials were present at a politically sensitive ...
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A Spare Tire or a Flat One? Babachir Lawal’s Scathing Blow to VP Shettima’s Relevance in Tinubu’s Government

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  “A Spare Tire or a Flat One? Babachir Lawal’s Scathing Blow to VP Shettima’s Relevance in Tinubu’s Government” Is Vice President Shettima a Strategic Leader—or a Political Passenger? When Babachir Lawal, former Secretary to the Government of the Federation, publicly likened Vice President Kashim Shettima to a “flat spare tire” , it wasn’t just a jab—it was a thunderclap in Nigeria’s power corridors. The metaphor, sharp and scornful, has reignited national debate: Is Shettima actively steering policy behind closed doors—or merely warming a ceremonial seat in the Villa? As President Bola Tinubu’s administration wades through a storm of economic volatility, rising insecurity, and civil unrest, Lawal’s critique cuts deeper than personal politics—it forces a reckoning with the institutional role and relevance of Nigeria’s Vice President . The Spare Tire Metaphor: Nigeria’s VP Curse Revisited The image of the Vice President as a “spare tire”—functional only when there’s a blowo...
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Arewa Youths Demand Apology from VeryDarkMan Over Sultan of Sokoto Remarks

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Arewa Youths Demand Apology from VeryDarkMan Over Sultan of Sokoto Remarks The Arewa Youth Consultative Forum (AYCF) has issued a 48-hour ultimatum to social media influencer VeryDarkMan, demanding a public apology for his recent comments directed at the Sultan of Sokoto, Alhaji Muhammad Sa’ad Abubakar III. This development follows VeryDarkMan's criticism of the Sultan's characterization of social media as a 'terrorist organization.' Background The Sultan of Sokoto, a prominent religious and traditional leader in Nigeria, recently expressed concerns over the misuse of social media platforms, referring to them as a 'terrorist organization' due to the spread of misinformation and incitement of violence. VeryDarkMan, known for his candid social media presence, responded by calling out the Sultan, leading to widespread discussions online. AYCF's Stance In response, the AYCF emphasized the importance of respecting traditional institutions and leaders. They state...
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IPOB Criticizes Sultan of Sokoto's Social Media Remarks Amid Ongoing Insecurity

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IPOB Criticizes Sultan of Sokoto's Social Media Remarks Amid Ongoing Insecurity The Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) has openly criticized the Sultan of Sokoto, Alhaji Sa’ad Abubakar III, for his recent comments labeling social media as a "terrorist organization." IPOB contends that the Sultan's focus on social media detracts from addressing the pressing issue of violence perpetrated by Fulani herdsmen in Nigeria. Sultan's Controversial Statement During the 17th Executive Committee Meeting of the Northern Traditional Rulers’ Council in Maiduguri, Borno State, the Sultan expressed concerns over the role of social media in spreading misinformation and inciting unrest. He stated, "Social media is a terrorist organization that we must deal with," emphasizing the need to regulate online platforms  IPOB's Response In a statement released by IPOB's Media and Publicity Secretary, Emma Powerful, the group described the Sultan's remarks as an at...
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Trailblazing Moment: Lt. Col. Anele Onyinyechi Appolonia Becomes First Female Army Public Relations Director in Nigeria

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  Trailblazing Moment: Lt. Col. Anele Onyinyechi Appolonia Becomes First Female Army Public Relations Director in Nigeria In a monumental leap forward for gender equity and strategic military leadership, Lieutenant Colonel Anele Onyinyechi Appolonia has been named Acting Director of Army Public Relations (DAPR), becoming the first woman in Nigerian Army history to hold this pivotal position. Her historic elevation is sending waves across national and global defense circles, symbolizing both a cultural evolution and a strategic transformation in how the Nigerian Army engages with the public. Smashing Ceilings in the Command Room: A Symbol of Progress Lt. Col. Appolonia’s appointment shatters an enduring glass ceiling in a sector long defined by male-dominated leadership. As the new face of military communication in Nigeria, she takes the helm of a department responsible for national perception, crisis communication, internal messaging , and strategic military PR . This moment...
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U.S. Slaps 245% Tariff on Chinese Imports: What It Means for American Consumers and the Global Economy

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  U.S. Slaps 245% Tariff on Chinese Imports: What It Means for American Consumers and the Global Economy A New Front in the U.S.-China Trade War Opens with an Economic Shockwave In a stunning escalation of economic hostilities, the United States has imposed a sweeping 245% tariff on a broad swath of Chinese imports—one of the most forceful trade crackdowns in modern global history. Announced as a retaliatory strike against China’s retaliatory trade practices , this move amplifies an already volatile standoff between the world’s two largest economies. While the target is Beijing, the brunt of this policy may hit much closer to home. U.S. households, retailers, manufacturers, and tech companies are bracing for fallout ranging from surging production costs to price hikes on consumer staples and electronics . This article offers a deep dive into the ripple effects , strategic consequences , and real-world implications of this explosive tariff announcement—plus what it means fo...
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EU Threatens to Freeze Serbia’s Membership Bid If President Vučić Attends Russia’s May 9 Victory Parade

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  EU Threatens to Freeze Serbia’s Membership Bid If President Vučić Attends Russia’s May 9 Victory Parade Brussels Warns Belgrade: Align with EU or Risk Derailment Serbia’s long and winding road to European Union membership may be heading for a dead end if President Aleksandar Vučić follows through with plans to attend Russia’s Victory Day parade in Moscow this May 9. High-ranking EU officials have delivered a stark warning: any public alignment with the Kremlin—especially in the shadow of its war on Ukraine—could bring Serbia’s EU accession process to an abrupt halt. Serbia’s Diplomatic Balancing Act Faces a Defining Moment At the heart of this diplomatic standoff is a symbolic, yet politically explosive, event. Russia’s Victory Day parade commemorates the Soviet Union’s defeat of Nazi Germany in 1945. Under normal circumstances, such attendance might pass without fanfare. But these are anything but normal times. With Russia’s invasion of Ukraine drawing fierce condemnation f...
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Lagos Jeweller Bags 4-Year Jail Term for Selling Cartier Bracelet in U.S. Dollars — Sparks National Discourse on Nigeria’s Currency Law Enforcement

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  Lagos Jeweller Bags 4-Year Jail Term for Selling Cartier Bracelet in U.S. Dollars — Sparks National Discourse on Nigeria’s Currency Law Enforcement In a ruling that reverberated across Nigeria’s business landscape, a Lagos High Court sitting in Ikoyi has sentenced a prominent jeweller, Uzondu Precious Chimaobi, to four years imprisonment for violating the Central Bank of Nigeria’s legal tender policy. The court found him guilty of selling a luxury Cartier diamond bracelet priced exclusively in U.S. dollars and refusing to accept the Naira equivalent , in direct contravention of Nigerian monetary laws. Jeweller in Legal Crosshairs: The Full Breakdown Chimaobi, the CEO of Unlimited Jewellers Limited , located at the high-end Atlantic Mall, Chevron Drive, Lekki , came under the radar of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) after a tipoff that his luxury boutique was conducting transactions in foreign currency — a practice increasingly common in upscale commercia...
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CBEX Trading Platform Crash in Nigeria: 27 Investors Hospitalized Amidst Financial Chaos

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  CBEX Trading Platform Crash in Nigeria: 27 Investors Hospitalized Amidst Financial Chaos A Nationwide Wake-Up Call: How the CBEX Meltdown Exposed the Cracks in Nigeria’s Cryptocurrency Market OYO STATE, NIGERIA – In a harrowing turn of events, the widely-used CBEX trading platform collapsed without warning, leaving thousands of Nigerian investors locked out of their accounts and 27 individuals hospitalized from stress-related health crises. The sudden shutdown has shaken the nation’s fintech ecosystem and reignited urgent calls for cryptocurrency regulation in Nigeria . What started as a promising high-yield trading avenue for everyday Nigerians has now turned into a financial catastrophe. Witnesses describe scenes of panic and despair as users—many of them retirees and low-income earners—fainted or broke down in tears when their dashboards reflected zero balances. Unmasking the CBEX Crash: Was It a Glitch or a Financial Exit Scam? Once touted as a rising star in Niger...
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Rivers State Crisis: Sole Administrator Summons Governor Fubara and Deputy Amid Intensifying Power Struggle

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  BREAKING: Rivers State Political Turmoil Deepens as Sole Administrator Issues Emergency Summons In a high-stakes political twist shaking Nigeria’s oil-rich Niger Delta, the Sole Administrator of Rivers State has summoned Governor Siminalayi Fubara and his deputy for an emergency meeting. This urgent development underscores the escalating power tussle rocking one of Nigeria’s most economically strategic states—Rivers, a region responsible for over 30% of the nation’s oil output. Political observers are calling this move a critical turning point, as the state teeters between democratic governance and administrative overreach. With tensions mounting and constitutional interpretations under scrutiny, the implications of this summons could ripple far beyond state borders. Behind the Emergency: Political Chess or Constitutional Checkmate? Insider sources from the Rivers State Government House suggest this isn’t just routine protocol. The summons represents a bold maneuver by th...
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China Halts Boeing Aircraft Deliveries: A Geopolitical Blow to U.S. Aviation Power

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  China Halts Boeing Aircraft Deliveries: A Geopolitical Blow to U.S. Aviation Power Beijing’s Strategic Retaliation Deals a Billion-Dollar Blow to Boeing Amid Trade War Escalation China has drawn a hard line in its deepening economic standoff with the United States—effectively grounding Boeing’s future in one of its most lucrative markets. In a high-stakes retaliatory move, the Chinese government has ordered all domestic airlines to suspend further deliveries of Boeing aircraft , a measure rooted in escalating trade tensions and newly-imposed U.S. tariffs. This directive—confirmed by multiple authoritative news sources including Bloomberg , The Wall Street Journal , and Reuters —has set off shockwaves through the global aviation and manufacturing sectors, triggering a drop in Boeing stock and shaking investor confidence. Trade War Fallout: Why China Is Targeting Boeing Boeing's exclusion from China’s aviation plans is not a random blow—it is a laser-focused act of economic...
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Lagos Deputy Governor Slams N29 Million Electricity Bill, Calls for Urgent Power Sector Reforms

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  Lagos Deputy Governor Slams N29 Million Electricity Bill, Calls for Urgent Power Sector Reforms Lagos State's Deputy Governor, Dr. Obafemi Hamzat, has brought to light a staggering increase in his official residence's electricity bill—from ₦2.7 million in March to an astonishing ₦29 million in April. This revelation has intensified scrutiny of Nigeria's electricity billing practices and the challenges consumers face with estimated billing systems. A Startling Surge in Electricity Charges During a roundtable discussion between the Lagos State Government and the Rural Electrification Agency (REA) in Victoria Island, Dr. Hamzat expressed his frustration over the exorbitant bill issued by the Eko Electricity Distribution Company (EKEDC). He highlighted the broader issue of estimated billing, stating, "Last month, in my house, or the state house that I live in, the bill was ₦2.7 million. This month, Eko DisCo sent us a bill of ₦29 million. It's crazy."  Despi...
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Oyo State’s Cannabis Epidemic: NDLEA Uncovers Alarming Surge in Drug Abuse – What’s Driving Nigeria’s Growing Crisis?

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  Oyo State’s Cannabis Epidemic: NDLEA Uncovers Alarming Surge in Drug Abuse – What’s Driving Nigeria’s Growing Crisis? The quiet streets of Oyo State are no longer immune to one of Nigeria’s fastest-growing threats— a rampant rise in cannabis abuse and the deadly spread of Loud , a dangerously potent variant of marijuana. The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has issued a dire warning, revealing an unprecedented escalation in drug-related offenses, seizures, and mental health emergencies. As Loud marijuana gains a chokehold on young people across Oyo, the region now finds itself at the epicenter of Nigeria’s drug epidemic —and the crisis is spiraling out of control. In its latest quarterly report, the NDLEA confirmed what many feared: Oyo State ranks among the top three most drug-affected states in Nigeria . In just the first quarter of 2024 , over 2.3 metric tons of cannabis were confiscated— a 40% year-on-year increase , signaling an explosive growth in both l...
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NBA Rejects Rivers State’s ₦300M Refund Request, Declares Funds a Voluntary Gift from Suspended Governor Fubara

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  NBA Rejects Rivers State’s ₦300M Refund Request, Declares Funds a Voluntary Gift from Suspended Governor Fubara Nigerian Bar Association Stands Firm: ₦300 Million Was a Donation, Not a Deal—Rivers State’s Refund Bid Shut Down The Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) has unequivocally dismissed a demand by the Rivers State Government for the refund of ₦300 million, stating that the money was a voluntary donation , not a contractual obligation tied to the hosting of the 2025 Annual General Conference (AGC). The NBA’s stance reaffirms its independence , constitutional values , and commitment to transparency , at a time when political turbulence in Rivers State casts long shadows over governance and the rule of law. Breaking Down the Dispute: Facts Over Fiction At the heart of this financial standoff is a ₦300 million contribution made by Governor Siminalayi Fubara—prior to his suspension—toward the NBA’s flagship annual event. Following the NBA's decision to relocate the 2025 AGC fr...
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Trump Launches $20 Billion Lawsuit Against CBS and Paramount Over “Election Interference” and Zelenskyy Interview Fallout

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  Trump Launches $20 Billion Lawsuit Against CBS and Paramount Over “Election Interference” and Zelenskyy Interview Fallout NEW YORK —   U.S. President Donald Trump has launched a massive $20 billion lawsuit against CBS, its flagship show 60 Minutes , and parent company Paramount Global, accusing the media giant of defamation and deliberate election interference. This legal thunderstorm has erupted following a controversial interview aired on 60 Minutes , featuring Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy—a move Trump’s legal team claims was engineered to undermine his 2024 re-election campaign and favor U.S. rivals aligned against him. High-Stakes Accusations: Trump vs. the Media Powerhouse In an official complaint filed earlier this year and now amplified by renewed outrage over the Zelenskyy segment, Trump’s attorneys assert that CBS and Paramount conspired to slant the 2024 election coverage. The President insists the Harris interview—aired just weeks before Election Da...
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