Former Nigerian president, Muhammadu Buhari, has finally opened up about the reason he slapped his chair before leaving Aso Rock. When questioned about what he missed from his eight years in the Presidency, Buhari surprisingly stated, “I don’t think I miss much.” Despite the challenges and responsibilities he faced, Buhari expressed contentment with his achievements and did not dwell on any sense of longing for the past. One of the most intriguing moments of the interview was Buhari’s explanation of why he “slapped” the chair he used in Aso Rock on his final day. According to the former president, it was his unique way of saying goodbye. This symbolic gesture captured the attention of the public, sparking discussions about the emotions and sentiments associated with leaving such a significant position of power. As the interview is set to be aired at 10:30 PM today, Nigerians eagerly anticipate gaining further insights into Buhari’s presidency and the personal experiences that shaped his time in office.
Tina Turner, ‘Queen of Rock n Roll’, dies aged 83 Photo: Twitter/TinaTurner Often dubbed the “Queen of Rock ‘n’ Roll” by the media, singer Tina Turner died at age 83 on May 24. Turner rose to prominence as one-half of the Ike & Tina Turner Revue, a musical duo with her ex-husband known for songs like “Proud Mary.” Turner was married to Ike Turner for sixteen years, whom she said was emotionally and physically abusive. After the duo split up in 1976 and the couple divorced in 1978, Turner continued a successful solo career, producing hits like “What’s Love Got To Do With It,” “Better Be Good To Me” and “We Don’t Need Another Hero (Thunderdome).” Turner’s life and career inspired a biographical drama film, What’s Love Got To Do With It (1993), starring Angela Bassett as the singer. The musical Tina, chronicling the singer’s life set to her hit songs, hit both Broadway and the West End, and an Emmy-nominated documentary Tina premiered in 2021. Rolling Stone ranked Turner the 55th greatest singer of all time in January. She has reportedly sold more than 100 million records, won eight Grammy Awards and received a Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award. Turner died after a long illness in her home in Küsnacht, near Zurich, Switzerland, her representative said. 
The protests which later turned deadly took place on the morning of Wednesday, February 15. It was gathered that hundreds of residents dropped out in different parts of the city to stage protests as they lament the current hardship that they have been subjected to following the Naira redesign policy. The protest, however, turned bloody after security operatives reportedly opened fire on protesters, killing at least two on the spot. According to reports, one of the deceased protesters was shot at the central part of Ring Road, while the other was shot at the New Benin area of the state. 
