Wike, Makinde, Ibori Support Tinubu, Says President on Right Path

Wike, Makinde, Ibori Support Tinubu, Says President on Right Path

Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde, former Rivers State Governor Nyesom Wike, and former Delta State Governor James Ibori were at the Presidential Villa in Abuja yesterday to express their support for President Bola Tinubu’s decision to remove petroleum subsidies. The trio arrived at the State House at 4:20 p.m. on Friday.

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From 1999 to 2007, Ibori and President Tinubu served as governors, while Wike recently resigned from office after eight years in office. ALSO READ: Fuel Subsidy Removal: Kano Governor Orders Petrol Stations To Revert To Old Pump Price Wike and Makinde are PDP members and members of the G-5 governors that worked against their party’s presidential contender, Atiku Abubakar, in the February 25 elections. When asked why they were at the Villa, Makinde responded, “To let him know that he has started well and that he has the support of the generality of the people.” When asked if they discussed the subsidy issue, he replied, “Yes, we discussed it.” It is currently at the forefront of public debate. We understand that this is a difficult decision for the people, and he will need everyone’s help to see it through.”

Judy Austin reveals dream where she becomes president of a country, Yul Edochie responds (Video)

Judy Austin reveals dream where she becomes president of a country, Yul Edochie responds (Video)

Popular Nollywood actress, Judy Austin opens up to her husband, Yul Edochie about a dream she had involving becoming the president of a country. The mother of two made this known during a dialogue in a car with her husband who was driving.

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Judy Austin at the movie set of ‘When Women Revolt’. Source / Credit: Instagram / judyaustin1 According to Judy Austin, she dreamt that she stepped out of the United States of America‘s presidential jet, the Airforce One while an entourage of dignitaries welcomed her. She pressed on to emphasize how baffled she was about the dream and being unable to put the pieces together. Judy stated that it would have been a straightforward dream if she was an American, perhaps one with political ambition. Her husband, however, chipped in and encouraged her on how it might not necessarily be the president of America but that of her home country, Nigeria. Yul Edochie further stated how a dream is the beginning of reality and that his wife can simply work towards making the dream a reality. The duo joyfully laughed about it and the mother of two felt relieved to have the pieces put together.

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Yul Edochie at the movie set of ‘When Women Revolt’. Source / Credit: Instagram / judyaustin1 In her words; “In this dream baby, I had a dream I was coming down from, What do you call the name of the president’s jet .. Airforce one! I was coming down from Airforce One with dignitaries greeting me standing there. I’m like, I don’t understand what is happening. I was even confused in the dream too. I don’t understand it. Why will I be having a dream where I am president to the Americans.” Yul Edochie infers, “Once you can dream anything, it’s possible; you can achieve it.” “But I am not an American citizen na,” Judy stated. “Maybe the president of Nigeria. It’s possible; Once you can dream it, it’s possible,” Yul concluded. Watch the video below …

Okon Lagos berates Dog lovers president for calling out Hilda Baci

Okon Lagos berates Dog lovers president for calling out Hilda Baci

Popular actor and comedian, Okon Lagos roundly berates president of Dog Lovers Association for calling out famous chef Hilda Baci over her dog meat delicacy. It was earlier reported that the Guinness World Record-breaking chef had elicited backlash from one Jackie Idimogu, the president of Dog Lovers Association, after a video of her and influencer trying out a dog meat delicacy went viral.

"Cloutina" – Okon Lagos berates Dog-lovers president for calling out Hilda Baci and Enioluwa for publicizing dog meat delicacy

Okon Lagos berates Dog-lovers president for calling out Hilda Baci and Enioluwa for publicizing dog meat delicacy. Photo Credit: Hilda Baci. Source: Instagram. The lady had berated her for preparing dog meat as meal as she expressed her displeasure. Okon who reacted to this tagged the woman as cloutina, further noting that she wants to dim Hilda’s shine by inciting western hate. He pointed out to the lady that eating dog meat is a delicacy in Akwa Ibom which happens to be where Hilda is from.

"Cloutina" – Okon Lagos berates Dog-lovers president for calling out Hilda Baci and Enioluwa for publicizing dog meat delicacy

Okon Lagos berates Dog-lovers president for calling out Hilda Baci and Enioluwa for publicizing dog meat delicacy. Photo Credit: Okon Lagos. Source: Instagram. Okon added that if preparing dog meat is a crime, then the same argument could be made of other animals which are pets to other people. In his words: “Who’s this one sef? Ok Madam Cloutina, before you began inciting western hate on Hilda, you should have first of all known that there is no proof that the meat on that table is dog meat. Most things on social media aren’t real. Second, even if it is dog meat, Akwa Ibomites and Cross Riverians eat dog meat and there is NOTHING wrong with it. They don’t eat pet dogs, but wild dogs. It’s either ones hunted as game in the forest or the local breeds that are somewhat wild, strayed and launch indiscriminate attacks on unsuspecting passersby. It’s not an ape that we are talking about here, that is a primate and in the same family with humans but lesser animals. If it ts, then one may make a commonsensical case for cannibalism or something close. It’s a dog and not a pet dog like you are carrying to chase clout with. People eat pythons and other kinds of animals which are pets to many. I’ve seen many Python pets in Florida. So should a protective movement be flagged off for all animals? Are you vegan? Even if you are, what if someone comes with a claim which is a arguably a truism, that plants have life and deserve to live and it is cruel and destructive to life to allow it end up as food just because u are at the top of the food chain? As much as this is a mischievous and selective justice for animals, it is also broad day light witchcraft to put a clog in someone’s wheel of progress.”

Viral dancing video of Vice President Kashim Shettima

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Vice President Kashim Shettima has taken the nation by storm with his lively dance performance during the inaugural dinner held at the State House. A video capturing his joyful moves has quickly gone viral, showcasing his remarkable rhythm and contagious energy, while his wife looked on with admiration.

Viral dancing video of Vice President Kashim Shettima

Moment VP Kashim Shettima replaces Gov. Adeleke as new ‘Pocolee’ of Nigeria politics (Video). Photo Credit: @Kashimshettimaofficial Source: Instagram The event, which marked the commencement of a new era, saw distinguished guests, including political leaders, foreign dignitaries, and prominent figures from various sectors, gathered to celebrate the inauguration. However, it was Vice President Shettima’s unexpected performance that stole the spotlight and left the audience in awe. In the video, Vice President Shettima can be seen in high spirits, confidently displaying his dance prowess as he grooves to the rhythm of the music. His infectious energy quickly spread throughout the room, creating an atmosphere of jubilation and unity. All eyes were on him as he effortlessly moved to the beats, showcasing his natural talent and innate ability to connect with people through his magnetic personality. See below;

President Tinubu makes first set of appointments

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President Bola Tinubu has reportedly his first set of appointments a few hours after he was sworn in as President of Nigeria. Earlier today, President Bola Tinubu, and Vice President Kashim Shettima, took their oaths of office, officially becoming the President and Vice President of Nigeria.

President Tinubu makes first set of appointments

President Tinubu makes first set of appointments. Photo credit: Bola Tinubu. Source: Instagram A few hours after Bola Tinubu was officially sworn in as president, he reportedly appointed some individuals to occupy some positions. In the appointments, he named Ambassador Kunle Adeleke as the State Chief of Protocol (SCOP) to the President. He also appointed former Lagos State Commissioner of Information, Dele Alake as the Presidential Spokesman and Olusegun Dada as Special Adviser, Digital Media.

“Peter Obi is my president” — Aisha Yesufu insists, calls President Tinubu an impostor

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Controversial political activist, Aisha Yesufu calls the 16th sworn-in president of Nigeria, Bola Ahmed Tinubu an impostor while insisting on Peter Obi as her president-elect. Tinubu and his vice, Kashim Shettima were both sworn in on May 29th as the President and Vice-president of the federal republic of Nigeria.

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Activit, Aisha Yesufu. Credit / Source: @Aishayesufu / Twitter Prior to the swearing-in ceremony, Aisha Yesufu rejected Tinubu as her new president while insisting on the Labour Party candidate, Mr Peter Obi. “Peter Gregory Obi is my President!” she wrote.

In another tweet following the inauguration, Aisha referred to the B.A.T as an impostor in reply to a news headline about the US President Joe Biden congratulating the Turkish President, Recep Tayyip Erdogan but not Tinubu. “Democracy is not about who was voted in. It is about whether someone was voted in. Erdogan might be a dictator to the rest of the world but he was chosen by his people.
Tinubu on the other hand is an impostor who stole people’s mandate through rigging and violence,” she added.

"Peter Obi is my president" — Aisha Yesufu insists, calls President Tinubu impostor

“Fuel subsidy is gone” – President Tinubu declares

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In his inaugural address at Eagle Square, Abuja, President Bola Tinubu declared the removal of subsidy on petroleum products, highlighting his administration’s focus on economic growth and reform. Shortly after being sworn in as the 16th President of Nigeria, Tinubu emphasized the need for budgetary reforms and a shift towards domestic manufacturing to reduce reliance on imports.

"Fuel subsidy is gone" – President Tinubu declares

Tinubu fuel subsidy is gone. Photo Credit: @officialasiwajubat Source: Instagram Tinubu stated, “Subsidy is gone,” clearly indicating his administration’s decision to eliminate the longstanding subsidy on petroleum products. This move is expected to have significant implications for the Nigerian economy, potentially leading to changes in fuel pricing and consumption patterns. During his address, Tinubu outlined his economic goals, aiming for a minimum of 6 percent growth in GDP. In his words; “In economy, we’ll target not less than 6 per cent growth in GDP growth. We’ll do this through budgetary reforms. We’ll use a full range of domestic manufacturing and lessen importation,” Tinubu said in his inaugural address at Eagle Square, Abuja. He emphasized the importance of budgetary reforms to achieve this target, indicating a commitment to prudent fiscal management. The President also stressed the need to attract foreign direct investment by addressing concerns related to multiple taxations. “To our foreign investors, our government will review all complaints about multiple taxations. All businesses will be allowed to repatriate hard-earned profits back home,” Tinubu added, signaling his administration’s intention to create a conducive environment for international businesses to thrive in Nigeria. President Tinubu’s inauguration took place at Eagle Square, where he was sworn in alongside Vice President Kashim Shettima. As the news of the subsidy removal spreads, Nigerians eagerly await further details on the implementation process and its potential impact on the cost of living and the overall economy.  

Tinubu sworn in as Nigeria’s 16th President

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On Monday, May 29th 2023, the President-elect, Bola Tinubu, and Vice President-elect, Kashim Shettima, took their oaths of office, officially becoming the President and Vice President of Nigeria, respectively. The responsibility of administering the Oath of Office on Monday was entrusted to the Chief Justice of Nigeria, Kayode Ariwoola.

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The official portrait of the 16th president of Nigeria, Bola Tinubu. Credit / Source: Google Images Tinubu, a former Senator and governor of Lagos State emerged as the winner of the presidential election held in February 2023, as declared by the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC. Having garnered a total of 8,794,726 votes, the candidate representing the All Progressives Congress emerged victorious over his closest competitor, Atiku Abubakar of the Peoples Democratic Party, who received a total of 6,984,520 votes in the election. Peter Obi of the Labour Party secured the third position with a total of 6,101,533 votes, while Rabiu Kwankwaso of the NNPP came in fourth with 1,496,687 votes.

I will never call Tinubu ‘My President’ – Pastor Tunde Bakare

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Serving Overseer of the Citadel Global Community Church, Pastor Tunde Bakare, has explained why he will never address President-elect, Bola Tinubu as “My President”. Speaking during a webinar on Saturday, May 27, Pastor Bakare noted that the 2023 election was fraught with malpractices and below acceptable standards.

I will never call Tinubu ‘My President’ – Pastor Tunde Bakare

Pastor Tunde Bakare preaching. Source: Web He also accused the Independent National Electoral Commission made a mess of the electioneering process, adding that Nigeria is now moving on from someone who has integrity and also incorruptible to someone who does not have that value. Bakare said; “Last Wednesday, I was at the Glass House where he (Buhari) has been restricted now because the main house is being renovated. I said I have done that for you. I want you to know that, because of the circumstances of your flying into power on the wings of integrity and incorruptibility, but you’re now passing onto someone who does not have that value. “At any public lecture anywhere, before this mess is cleared off, I will address Asiwaju (Tinubu) as a President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria but I will never call him my president.

I will never call Tinubu ‘My President’ – Pastor Tunde Bakare

President-elect Bola Tinubu. Source: Web  “I participated in the primary, and there were hundreds (of persons) who participated only by stepping down, so there is no shame in what we have done. We spoke truth to power. “I wasn’t there when they voted, I wasn’t there when they scored (me) zero, but we won that badge of zero and badge of honour.” On if he would accept a nomination to become a Minister, Bakare said; “I am not desperate to be a minister, not at all. I was offered before but I turned it down. My life is not just to take photographs with the president and shake hands. But we will do if it will benefit even one citizen.”  

“My father is a silent achiever” – President Buhari’s daughter, Hanan declares

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Hanan Buhari, the daughter of president Muhammadu Buhari, has described her father as a silent achiever. As the days count down to the end of his second tenure as the president of Nigeria, the mother of one took to her social media page to eulogize her father’s legacy.

Hanan Buhari describes her father as a silent achiever. Photo credit: Hanan Buhari. Source: Google. She took to her Instagram page to share a picturesque image of her father in his ceremonial military wear saluting a ship which had set sail. Captioning the photo, she dubbed her father an achiever who makes waves in silence. In her words, Hanan Buhari wrote: “My father…The Silent Achiever” See her Instagram post below: