Disgraced blogger, David Hundeyin, has faced severe backlash from Nigerians after sharing fake presidential election result sheets in a viral video. In the video, Hundeyin claimed that the ‘original’ result sheets were not sent to the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC as standard and that he has access to it. He revealed that in the alleged original sheet, Peter Obi of the Labour Party won the election by a landslide. Nigerians expressed their dismay at the ‘guesswork’ of the journalist. Many questioned the authenticity of the papers, noting that if they were indeed genuine, they should have been submitted as…
Author: Victor Fola
The Super Falcons of Nigeria were on Monday honoured with a prestigious reception at the State House in Abuja on Monday, August 14th, as the First Lady of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, CON, hosted the event. Accompanied by the esteemed guests, including the wife of the Vice President, Hajia Nana Shettima, and the wife of the Senate President, Mrs. Ekaette Akpabio, the First Lady warmly welcomed the players into the State House, expressing her appreciation for their outstanding achievements. Recall the Super Falcons were among the three African nations who made it to the Round of…
Kwara State Governor, Abdulrahamon Abdulrazaq has garnered widespread praise and approval for his recent nomination of cabinet members. In a groundbreaking move, Governor Abdulrazaq ensured that 50% of the nominees were women and young people. This inclusive approach to governance has been hailed as a new dawn by many, celebrating it as a defining moment. The following are the names of the appointees: 1. Abdulganiyu AbdulAzeez – Asa 2. Hon. Aliyu Kora Sabi – Baruteen 3. Sheu Ndanusa Usman – Edu 4. Afolasade Opeyemi Kemi – Ekiti 5. Dr. Segun Ogunsola – Ifelodun 6. Abdulquawiy Olododo – Illorin East 7.…
Dismay and condemnation have continued to trail the continuous harassment of the judiciary by supporters of Peter Obi, the Labour Party presidential candidate in the 2023 elections. Various forms of publicity materials, ranging from billboards to vests emblazoned with the phrase “All Eyes on Judiciary,” have flooded the social media landscape. This move is allegedly intended to exert pressure on the judicial system. Regrettably, Nigerians resoundingly condemn the ploy, labeling it as an act of “blackmail” and “incitement.” Obi has presented himself before the court, contesting President Bola Tinubu’s victory in the 2023 polls. The ongoing legal battle has further…
President Bola Tinubu has reiterated his administration’s dedication to creating meaningful opportunities for Nigerian youths. Tinubu who reiterated this on the occasion of the 2023 International Youth Day (IYD)emphasized that youth empowerment is a fundamental pillar of all the reforms implemented in various sectors. From job creation, education, and skills development to digital innovation, financial technology, and youth participation in governance, his administration is focused on fostering an environment where Nigerian youths can thrive and contribute to the nation’s growth and development. Cognizant of the global impact of young Nigerians in technology-related fields, the President vowed to fulfill his campaign…
The Nigerian Embassy in Niger Republic has addressed a fake video circulating, which falsely claimed that the Nigeria Chancery in Niger Republic was attacked. Embassy officials have confirmed that on July 30th, 2023, protesters attempted to gain access to the Embassy. However, thanks to the swift response from the Nigerien Military and Police Authorities, the situation was effectively contained. Currently, the Embassy is being closely guarded by the Nigerien Military and other Security Authorities. Ambassador Liti Auwalu, the Nigerian Ambassador to Niger Republic, has urged the public to disregard the fake videos.
Abia State Governor, Alex Otti, has come under scrutiny as it has been revealed that he spent a whopping ₦770 million on SUVs for his special advisors. This extravagant decision goes against the campaign promise made by Otti and his political ally, Peter Obi, to adopt a lean government and allocate resources to crucial infrastructure development. During their campaign trail, Otti and Obi had strongly advocated for a reduction in the cost of governance, emphasizing the importance of utilizing funds for infrastructural projects that would benefit the people of Abia State. The recent expenditure on luxury vehicles for special advisors…
The US Secretary of State Antony Blinken has voiced support for efforts of the West African bloc ECOWAS on Niger without explicitly backing its call at a summit for military intervention. “ECOWAS, an organization that brings together West African countries, is playing a key role in making clear the imperative of a return to constitutional order, and we very much support ECOWAS’ leadership and work on this,” he said as quoted by AFP
Supporters of Peter Obi have turned on Doyin Okupe, the Director General of the Labour Party Presidential Campaign, for expressing his admiration for the ministerial nominees put forth by President Tinubu, while also voicing his concern over the exclusion of former Governor El Rufai. Okupe had called on the Nigerian Senate to reconsider their decision, highlighting El Rufai’s undeniable competence and capacity to perform. “If it is true that he is being considered for the power ministry, I don’t think we should cut our noses to spite our faces,” Okupe emphasized. He further suggested that the Senate might request an…
The nationwide protest, initially set to begin on August 9, has been suspended by the Nigerian Association of Resident Doctors (NARD) after engaging in discussions with representatives of the federal government. The aim of the meeting was to address the ongoing strike action and the planned protest. Emeka Orji, President of NARD, stated that the outcome of the meeting would determine whether the protest would proceed. Following the meeting, he informed TheCable that “the protest has been suspended. We will review again in 72 hours.” Additionally, it was revealed that the decision to suspend the protest was made after a…