Day: April 23, 2025

Senator Natasha Strongly Denies Receiving N500 Million from Senate President Akpabio

Onwuama Arinze Godswill

Senator Natasha Strongly Denies Receiving N500 Million from Senate President Akpabio ABUJA, Nigeria – Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, representing Kogi Central Senatorial District, has vehemently debunked widespread reports and rumours alleging she received the sum of N500 million from the Senate President, Senator Godswill Akpabio. Breaking her silence on the matter which had gained traction on social media and certain online platforms, Senator Akpoti-Uduaghan categorically stated that no such transaction ever took place. In a statement released, the Senator described the claims as “false,” “malicious,” and “baseless,” designed to tarnish her…

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Why Judge Withdrew From Senator Natasha’s Case

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Why Judge Withdrew From Senator Natasha’s Case Justice Egwuatu Withdraws From Senator Akpoti-Uduaghan’s Suit Against Akpabio, Citing Personal Reasons ABUJA, NIGERIA – Justice Obiora Egwuatu of the Federal High Court in Abuja has withdrawn from the legal case filed by suspended Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan against Senate President Godswill Akpabio and others. The withdrawal was announced in court on [Insert Date, or state ‘on Monday’ or ‘recently’ if the exact date is not specified in your source material], with the judge citing personal reasons that he said made it impossible for…

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FIRS Approves Salary Increment for Workforce to Boost Morale and Efficiency

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FIRS Approves Salary Increment for Workforce to Boost Morale and Efficiency ABUJA, Nigeria – The Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS) has announced the approval of a significant salary increment for its entire workforce. The move, described by the agency as a major step, is primarily aimed at boosting staff morale and enhancing overall efficiency in tax administration and collection across the country. The decision, which was recently ratified by the FIRS management, comes at a time when the agency is tasked with increasing revenue generation for the federal government amidst…

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Getafe boss rues Uche’s absence ahead of Madrid clash

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Getafe boss rues Uche’s absence ahead of Madrid clash Getafe boss José Bordalás has confirmed that the club will be without influential Nigerian midfielder Christantus Uche when they host Real Madrid on Wednesday (today) in a La Liga match-day 33 clash. Uche, one of Getafe’s standout performers this season, is suspended following a red card in their 1-0 defeat away to Espanyol last weekend — his second sending-off of the campaign. Despite the blow, Bordalás insists his team must remain focused and not dwell on the absence of one of…

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Guardiola ‘Excited’ as Foden Hat-Trick Seals Dramatic Man City Win Over Villa, Pushing Champions to Third

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Guardiola ‘Excited’ as Foden Hat-Trick Seals Dramatic Man City Win Over Villa, Pushing Champions to Third Manchester, UK – Pep Guardiola expressed his excitement and satisfaction after Manchester City overcame a spirited Aston Villa side with a dominant 4-1 victory at the Etihad Stadium on Wednesday night. A sensational hat-trick from England midfielder Phil Foden proved decisive, propelling the reigning Premier League champions into third place in a tightly contested title race. City took an early lead through Rodri’s precise finish, but Villa, despite missing key players like Ollie Watkins…

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Dangote Refinery Slashes Diesel Price Again, Offers Further Relief to Businesses

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Dangote Refinery Slashes Diesel Price Again, Offers Further Relief to Businesses LAGOS, Nigeria – The Dangote Petroleum Refinery has announced a further significant reduction in the price of Automotive Gas Oil (AGO), commonly known as diesel, marking the second such slash in recent weeks. This move is expected to provide additional relief to businesses and consumers grappling with high energy costs. The new price, announced by the refinery management, brings diesel down to approximately N940 per litre for customers buying 5 million litres and above, and around N970 per litre…

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Pope Francis Dies at 88 After Battle with Pneumonia

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Pope Francis Dies at 88 After Battle with Pneumonia Rome, Italy – His Holiness Pope Francis, the revered head of the global Catholic Church, has died at the age of 88, and the Vatican announced late today. The pontiff passed away peacefully at his residence after a prolonged battle with double pneumonia. The Holy See Press Office confirmed the death, stating that the Holy Father had been receiving intensive medical care in recent weeks for a severe respiratory infection. Born Jorge Mario Bergoglio in Argentina, Pope Francis was elected the…

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Trump Moves to Shut Down US Embassies including Some in Africa

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Trump Moves to Shut Down US Embassies including Some in Africa The United States government under President Donald Trump is reportedly considering a significant restructuring of its diplomatic presence abroad, with sources familiar with internal administration discussions indicating plans to potentially close or dramatically downsize several embassies and consulates around the world. According to these reports, many of the diplomatic posts under review are being considered for closure or reduction in staff size and services as part of a broader effort to cut costs, strategically realign foreign policy priorities, and…

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My Father Had 39 Wives and I Enjoyed with 147 Children – Adenubi Olagbegi-Apampa

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My Father Had 39 Wives and I Enjoyed with 147 Children – Adenubi Olagbegi-Apampa Princess Adenubi Olagbegi-Apampa, a Nigerian woman based in the United States, recently expressed her pride in being part of a large polygamous family. While speaking to journalists during the dedication and commissioning of the multi-million naira Princess Nubi Plaza Seliat Hall in Lagelu Estate, Ibadan, she described her upbringing as fulfilling and joyful, despite the complexities often associated with large families. Olagbegi-Apampa revealed that her father had 39 wives and 147 children, yet she emphasized that…

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N’Central APC hails Al-Makura for shunning anti-Tinubu coalition

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N’Central APC hails Al-Makura for shunning anti-Tinubu coalition The North-Central All Progressives Congress Forum has hailed members of the defunct Congress for Progressives Change led by a former Nasarawa State Governor, Tanko Al-Makura, for snubbing the coalition against President Bola Tinubu. The forum made this known in a statement released on Thursday by its chairman, Alhaji Saleh Zazzaga. The opposition coalition, led by former Vice President Atiku Abubakar is aimed at defeating Tinubu and the APC in the 2027 general elections. Ahead of the 2027 polls, the coalition is currently…

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