Former Governor of Jigawa State, Sule Lamido, has cautioned former President Goodluck Ebele Jonathan against returning to partisan politics ahead of the 2027 general elections. Lamido, in a statement posted on his Facebook page, said Jonathan should remain above the nation’s “murky political arena” and preserve the dignity attached to his status as a former […]
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Nigeria’s ambassador-designate to Mexico, Reno Omokri, has revealed details of his trip to Peru to investigate allegations linking Labour Party presidential candidate in the 2023 election, Peter Obi, to drug trafficking. Omokri made the disclosure in a statement shared on X on Wednesday while responding to allegations made by former Niger Delta militant leader Asari […]
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A philanthropist, Chief David Sabo Kente, on Wednesday said pressure from stakeholders within and outside Taraba State had compelled him to step aside from the 2027 governorship race. Kente also said his decision was aimed at allowing political stability and peace, adding that he would soon communicate to his supporters where to cast their votes. […]
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Nollywood actress and filmmaker, Ruth Kadiri, has called on the authorities to empower Nigerians to protect themselves amid rising insecurity in the country.
Kadiri made the statement in a post shared on her social media page on Tuesday, where she expressed frustration over repeated attacks, killings and the increasing fear among citizens in different parts of Nigeria.
Reacting to the situation, the actress said, “Give us power to defend ourselves.”
She stressed that many Nigerians feel helpless as insecurity continues to threaten lives and property.
Kadiri further stated that citizens deserve stronger protection and practical solutions, noting that safety should not be treated as a privilege but a basic right.
Her comment has since sparked reactions online, with many Nigerians echoing concerns over insecurity and calling for urgent action from the government and security agencies.
A user, @EmekaTalks, wrote, “Ruth Kadiri only said what millions of Nigerians are afraid to say. People are tired of living in fear.”
Another user, @DebbieWrites, said, “The government should secure lives first. Citizens should not have to beg for safety.”
Insecurity: Give us power to defend ourselves – Ruth Kadiri to Nigerian Govt
Chief David Sabo Kente, a prominent governorship aspirant on the platform of the All Progressives Congress (APC), has withdrawn from the Taraba state governorship race, citing the need for political stability, peace, and unity within the party and the state.
Kente announced his withdrawal on Wednesday in Jalingo while expressing dissatisfaction with the conduct of the APC primaries in the state, declaring that he had concluded that “nothing good can possibly come out of it.”
The APC stalwart said his decision followed extensive consultations with political stakeholders, supporters, and leaders across religious, ethnic, and political divides within and outside Taraba state.
According to him, his decision to join the governorship race was initially prompted by calls from residents who believed the current administration had failed to meet expectations and desired a change in leadership.
Kente explained that despite his initial reluctance, he eventually accepted to contest because of what he described as overwhelming support and confidence from the people.
He cited the large crowds that welcomed him in Wukari and Jalingo as evidence of his popularity and acceptance across the state.
The politician also revealed that governor Agbu Kefas personally visited him in Jalingo shortly after his arrival in the state and appealed to him to allow the governor complete his remaining four-year tenure.
He said that while consultations with supporters were still ongoing, mounting pressure from influential leaders both within and outside Taraba State persuaded him to reconsider his ambition in the interest of maintaining political stability.
“After due consultation with all relevant stakeholders, especially my political supporters who sacrificed their resources to purchase the Expression of Interest and Nomination forms for me, I have decided to step aside from the race,” Kente said.
He dismissed rumours that he had been financially induced to withdraw from the contest.
“Let me emphasise here that no one has settled me. My decision is strictly in the interest of political stability, peace, and unity of our party and the entire Taraba State. This is not for any personal gain,” he stated.
Kente noted that he had invested heavily in the governorship project but insisted that the interest of the people must come first.
He urged his supporters to remain calm, remain loyal to the APC, and continue supporting the administration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, whom he described as having good intentions for Taraba State and Nigeria.
He further assured supporters that he would continue to provide political direction in the coming days and remain committed to the vision of a “greater, better, and more prosperous Taraba and Nigeria.”
A Nigerian-born medical doctor, Bello Mode Dange, has made history after being appointed Head of the Paediatric Department at Kavarna General Hospital in Bulgaria, becoming the first African to occupy the position at the hospital.
The appointment, announced by the hospital management and reported by Bulgarian media, has been described as a major milestone for Africans in the European medical sector.
Dr. Dange studied medicine at the Medical University of Varna, Bulgaria, graduating in 2008, and has lived and worked in the European country for over two decades.
He later specialized in pediatrics at the University Hospital St. Marina in Varna, qualifying as a consultant pediatrician in 2021.
According to Bulgarian reports, the hospital management cited his professionalism, years of experience, and commitment to child healthcare as reasons behind the appointment.
Local media also described him as a dedicated and compassionate physician whose contributions have strengthened pediatric healthcare services in the region.
Reports by Bulgarian national broadcaster BNT indicated that Dr. Dange assumed the leadership role at a critical period when the hospital was facing staffing challenges in its pediatric unit.
Speaking after his appointment, the Nigerian doctor reportedly pledged to continue delivering quality healthcare services and earning the confidence of patients and families under his care.
The development has attracted commendation from Nigerians in the diaspora, who described the achievement as another example of Nigerians excelling globally in medicine and healthcare leadership.
Beyond his professional accomplishments abroad, Dr. Dange is also known for humanitarian activities, including offering free medical assistance and supporting vulnerable patients with hospital bills in his community.
His appointment adds to the growing number of Nigerian professionals attaining top positions in Europe and other parts of the world.
Bulgarian Hospital Appoints Nigerian Doctor First African Paediatric Department Head is first published on The Whistler Newspaper
Traders in Kaduna have lamented over the continuous rise in price of transportation as a result of fuel price increase saying the situation is affecting their businesses.
The traders made this known in separate interviews with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) in Kaduna.
The traders said the rising cost of transportation that also manifests in prices of goods has reduced patronage by customers.
Mr David Philip a business man with Heritage Agro Allied Ltd. said that the cost of transporting goods from Lagos and Ibadan to Kaduna has risen tremendously which in turn have made prices of goods to increase.
“Products that we sell N160,000 have risen to N180,000, some that were N90,000 are now 100,000.
“There is a decrease in customer patronage, customers are not coming as they used to,” he said.
Also speaking, Miss Divine Unogwu, a trader in day-old chickens and seller of chicken feeds said that the hike in transportation affected the cost of day-old chicken which rose by over 100 per cent.
“The price of day-old chickens has risen from N800 to N1800”, she said.
Another trader Mrs Emmanuella Ejike , who sells electronic and solar appliances stated that the increase in price of goods began when imported goods arrived Lagos and finally to Kaduna.
According to her,the cost of transportation had forced her to increase the prices of her goods in order to stay in business.
“I usually get 10 to 15 customers per day, but the number has now dropped to about five”, she lamented.
Mr Chima Chidi, a provision store owner said that the price of most goods has increased due to rising cost of transportation.
Similarly, Mrs Blessing Adebanjo, a restaurant owner said the food business is also affected by development.
Adebanjo urged government to do more in addressing the raising cost of transportation as its affects food security
Traders Lament Rising Transport costs, Say Business Suffering is first published on The Whistler Newspaper
The lead pastor of Zoe Household Global, Dolapo Lawal, has tendered a public apology to Arsenal fans for saying that the football club is cursed.
Pastor Dolapo who is currently facing backlash across social media platforms, made the apology after Arsenal won the Premier League on Tuesday.
Speaking in a now trending video on social media, the cleric made a U-turn on his earlier remark6 about the club and promised Arsenal fans a thanksgiving service across his church branches on Sunday.
“Arsenal fans, special thanksgiving for you in Zoe Household on Sunday. Come with your jersey. This is my apology, public apology, special thanksgiving service across all Zoe Household campuses. Praise God. Congrats,” he said.
DAILY POST reports that the clergyman had a month ago, during an exchange with his congregation while preaching, stated that Arsenal can’t win the Premier League.
While claiming that the club is cursed, he also advised ladies to avoid any Arsenal fans as suitors.
“Arsenal cannot win. Didn’t I say it? You were here when I said it. I said it three months ago that even if the gap is 29 points, Arsenal cannot win. There’s a way you will watch a club, you don’t need prophet. And peradventure if you are here as a lady, if an Arsenal fan should ask you out, it’s a bad sign. You need to check yourself,” he said.
Pastor Dolapo apologises for saying Arsenal is cursed, won’t win Premier League
Former chairman of the Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission, Dr Sam Amadi, has alleged that corrupt leaders in the Nigeria Democratic Congress, NDC, are exploiting politicians aspiring for different positions.
Amadi made the allegation in an X post on Wednesday while congratulating the party’s presidential candidate, Peter Obi, on his clearance.
According to him, the terrible leaders in the opposition party will not “make it a great vehicle of change”.
He wrote, “Congrats to @PeterObi and Seriaki Dickson, two great leaders. But NDC has a lot of terrible people in leadership that will not make it a great vehicle of change.
“These corrupt guys are just exploiting aspirants and behaving no different from rotten leaders of the discredited parties.
“These guys either shape up or move out if they want Nigerians to take the party seriously.”
2027: Terrible leaders in NDC exploiting aspirants – Sam Amadi alleges
The Speaker of the House of Representatives, Hon. Abbas Tajudeen, on Wednesday called for the “careful, clinical, and timely” rescue of the kidnapped students and teachers from three schools in Oriire Local Government Area of Oyo State. While noting the immediate on-the-spot assessment by the Inspector-General of Police, Olatunji Disu, and the deployment of security […]
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