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• Immigration confirms Bobrisky’s arrest

  21-10-2024 22:27 via pulse.ng
  
  The NIS said Bobrisky was attempting to exit the country when he was arrested.The Nigeria Immigration Service has confirmed the arrest of Okuneye Idris, better known as Bobrisky.The NIS said the controversial celebrity is a person of interest in an ongoing probe.The agency disclosed this in a statement on Monday, October 21, 2024, hours after the cross-dresser was arrested at the Sème border.The statement signed by signed by the Service Public Relations Officer, Kenneth Udo, stated that B
  
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• Why we arrested Bobrisky – NIS spokesman

  21-10-2024 21:36 via pulse.ng
  
  The Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) has broken its silence on the arrest of convicted cross-dresser, Idris Okuneye aka Bobrisky, popular social media personality.The NIS spokesman, Kenneth Udo confirmed the arrest of the cross dresser in a statement on Monday in Abuja.Udo said that Bobrisky was intercepted at Seme Border on Monday while attempting to leave the country.“In keeping with its commitment to securing the borders, the NIS intercepted Idris Okuneye otherwise known as Bobrisky at
  
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• Lagos Assembly Steps In Over Fee Hike at Model Schools

  21-10-2024 21:29 via pulse.ng
  
  The Lagos State House of Assembly says it has intervened in the issue of hike in boarding fees in the state’s model collegesThe Speaker, Mr Mudashiru Obasa,said this during plenary on Monday in Ikeja.The News Agency of Nigeria(NAN)reports that the state government had announced an increment in boarding fee in model colleges from N35,000 to N100,00.The upward review had sparked protests by parents ,who described the new fee as unaffordable.The speaker said he had engaged protesters at the A
  
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• Obasanjo Says Lack of Good Leadership Is a Big Global Problem

  21-10-2024 21:22 via pulse.ng
  
  Former President Olusegun Obasanjo says deficit of leadership is a major challenge confronting the world, Africa inclusive.Obasanjo made the assertion on Monday at the 11th African Biblical Leadership Initiative (ABLI) 2024 Conference, organized by the Bible Society of various countries across the world, hosted by Nigeria in Abuja.The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports the conference, themed “Value-based leadership: model for Africa’’ focuses on raising new generation of tran
  
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• Principals Who Fail the Competency Test Will Be Fired, Says Katsina Govt

  21-10-2024 21:09 via pulse.ng
  
  Katsina State government on Monday warned that any secondary school principal, who failed to pass the incoming competency test, would be removed and posted to teach in the classroom.The Commissioner, Ministry of Basic and Secondary Education, Hajiya Zainab Musa-Musawa, said this at a news briefing, after addressing some principals at a three-day workshop in Katsina.The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the workshop is on: “Effective Leadership and Management of Secondary Schools in
  
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• Enugu Govt announces cholera outbreak

  21-10-2024 20:45 via pulse.ng
  
  The commissioner said in collaboration with its partners, the ministry had initiated all necessary steps to de-escalate the situation.The Enugu State Government has announced the outbreak of Cholera in the state, urging residents to take precautions to avoid its spread.Prof. Emmanuel Obi, the State Commissioner for Health, disclosed in a statement issued by the Senior Special Assistant to Gov. Peter Mbah on Mainstream Media, Mr Dan Nwomeh on Monday in Enugu.According to Obi, the Enugu State Mini
  
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• IPOB tells Southeast residents to ignore sit-at-home order by ‘infiltrators

  21-10-2024 20:31 via pulse.ng
  
  IPOB declared the sit-at-home order illegal, adding that the order did not emanate from the group.The Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) has advised Southeast residents to ignore any sit-at-home order scheduled for Monday, October 21, and Tuesday, October 22, and go about their businesses.This is coming following a viral voice note in which the residents of the region are warned to remain indoors on October 21 and 22.The voice note threatened that anybody who violates the order would be dealt wi
  
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• 9 political parties to participate in Nasarawa LG polls

  21-10-2024 19:35 via pulse.ng
  
  Political parties are advised to play by the rules and be peaceful in their campaigns throughout the election process.Nasarawa State Independent Electoral Commission (NASIEC) says Nine political parties will participate in the Nov. 2, local government council elections in the state.Ayuba Wandai, Chairman of the NASIEC disclosed during a meeting with members and staff of the commission on Monday in Lafia.“At the close of nominations on Oct.18, only Nine political parties have submitted the
  
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• Oluwo chased me out of his palace like a child – Ooni of Ife

  21-10-2024 18:17 via pulse.ng
  
  Both rulers have significantly influenced Osun State, making this public disclosure all the more intriguing.In a surprising revelation, the Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Ogunwusi, has shared an incident where he was reportedly chased out of the palace of the Oluwo of Iwo, Oba Abdulrasheed Akanbi. The Ooni, one of the most respected monarchs in Nigeria, disclosed this in a video that has since gone viral on social media, sparking discussions about the dynamics between the two prominent kings in Osun S
  
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• Tinubu resumes duty, holds first meeting with FIRS boss

  21-10-2024 16:01 via pulse.ng
  
  The president's vacation lasted two weeks, during which he travelled to the United Kingdom and France.President Bola Tinubu has officially resumed his duties at the Presidential Villa, Abuja, following a two-week vacation in Europe. The president's return was announced by his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, on Monday, October 21.Upon his return, Tinubu's first meeting was with Zach Adedeji, Chairman of the Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS). Onanuga, in a post on X
  
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• Fayose dismisses loyalty to PDP, backs Oyebanji for second term

  21-10-2024 15:33 via pulse.ng
  
  Fayose's endorsement comes ahead of the 2026 governorship election and is seen as a significant boost to Oyebanji's chances of securing a second term. Former Governor of Ekiti State, Ayodele Fayose, has openly endorsed the re-election of the state's current governor, Biodun Oyebanji, despite potential backlash from his party, the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP).Speaking at a recent event to commission infrastructure projects in Ado-Ekiti, Fayose made his support for Oyebanji clear, emphasising th
  
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• FG panel clears Bobrisky of allegedly serving jail term outside prison

  21-10-2024 14:48 via pulse.ng
  
  Despite the serious allegations, the panel's phase one report found no evidence of Bobrisky's alleged external stay or any related violations. The Federal Government's investigative panel has cleared popular crossdresser Idris Okuneye, also known as Bobrisky, of allegations that she evaded her jail term. The panel's report, released on Monday, October 21, confirmed that there was no evidence to support claims that Bobrisky spent part of her six-month prison sentence outside Kirikiri Correctional
  
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• NDLEA raid uncovers drugs at APC senator’s residence

  21-10-2024 14:32 via pulse.ng
  
  The NDLEA reaffirmed its dedication to dismantling drug networks, including those connected to high-profile individuals like Senator Ashiru.The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has revealed that drugs and other illicit substances were discovered at the residence of Senator Oyelola Yisa Ashiru (Kwara South) during a February 2024 raid.The NDLEA’s spokesperson, Femi Babafemi, disclosed this during a press briefing in Abuja, highlighting that two of the senator’s aides were
  
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• Damagum misses out as PDP governors target North-Central for new chairman

  21-10-2024 13:21 via pulse.ng
  
  As the PDP grapples with internal challenges, the selection of a new chairman is seen as a critical step towards stabilising the party's structure and restoring confidence among its grassroots supporters.The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) is undergoing internal reshuffling as governors within the party reportedly agree to appoint a new national chairman from the North-Central region. This decision effectively sidelines the current acting chairman, Ambassador Iliya Damagum, as the party seeks a c
  
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• Traders Point to High Transport Costs as the Reason for Expensive Food Prices

  21-10-2024 11:42 via pulse.ng
  
  Some traders in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) and environs have called on the Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) to back down on its planned enforcement on exploitative pricing.The traders who spoke to the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) in Abuja on Sunday, said that transportation cost occasioned by the increase in the pump price of fuel was a driving factor on prices, especially food.Ahmed Shehu, the Chairman of Nyanya Market Traders Association, said that trader
  
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• Staying Out of School Could Lead to Boko Haram Recruitment, Obasanjo Warns

  21-10-2024 11:33 via pulse.ng
  
  Former President Olusegun Obasanjo has said that the out-of-school children menace in the country provides a fertile ground for the recruitment of future Boko Haram insurgents, if not properly addressed now.Obasanjo said this on Sunday in Bauchi, when he inaugurated the dualized seven-kilometer Awala-Mairuguri Road and 17.70-kilometre Awalah-Sir Abubakar Tafawa Balewa National Airport Road.He also inaugurated the 30-kilometre Gubi-Ruda Bida-Siyi-Nasarawa Road.In a speech at the ceremony, Obasanj
  
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• Join politics to decide your fate – Otti tells youths

  21-10-2024 11:28 via pulse.ng
  
  Gov. Alex Otti of Abia has urged Nigerian youths to join politics to decide their fate and make a difference.Otti gave the advice during Church Service at The Transforming Church (TTC), on Sunday in Abuja.He explained that every society needs the leadership it deserves, saying: “If you sit back and say politics is for politicians, the politicians will decide everything for you.“I am challenging all the young people here. Don’t shy away from politics. That is where decisions abo
  
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• Nigerians Struggle as Rising Cooking Gas Prices Hit Purchasing Power

  21-10-2024 11:24 via pulse.ng
  
  The price of Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG), commonly known as cooking gas, continues to rise, causing Nigerians to express concern about its impact on their expenses.Many residents of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) in Abuja on Sunday, said that the situation was biting hard on them.NAN reports that 1kg of cooking gas is being sold for between N1,260 to N1,500 depending on the location, and refilling a 12.5kg cylinder costs between N15,7
  
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• Nigerians abandon cars as daily petrol consumption drops by 92%

  21-10-2024 10:37 via pulse.ng
  
  President Tinubu's decision to remove fuel subsidies was part of his administration's effort to address Nigeria's mounting debt burden, but the consequences have been far-reaching. Nigeria's daily consumption of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS), also known as petrol, has dropped significantly by 92% within a year of President Bola Tinubu's administration, according to the latest report by the Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Product Regulatory Authority (NMDPRA).The report by Channels Television reve
  
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• Chewing sticks replace toothpaste as Nigeria's economic crisis bites hard

  21-10-2024 09:40 via pulse.ng
  
  Chewing sticks, derived from plants such as Garcinia kola and Anogeissus leiocarpus, have long been used in Nigeria for their natural antibacterial benefits. Amid Nigeria's escalating economic crisis, a growing number of citizens are abandoning modern oral care products for traditional chewing sticks.With the soaring prices of toothpaste, many families are finding it difficult to afford essential hygiene products. This financial strain has led them to turn to the more affordable and equally effe
  
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• Obi responds to attacks for congratulating Gowon at 90

  21-10-2024 08:56 via pulse.ng
  
  Reflecting on the Nigerian Civil War, Obi emphasised that the conflict, which claimed millions of lives, remains a dark chapter in the nation's history. Peter Obi, the Labour Party leader and 2023 presidential candidate, has addressed the backlash he faced for congratulating former Head of State, General Yakubu Gowon, on his 90th birthday. In a lengthy post on his social media handle on Sunday, October 20, Obi shared his reasoning behind the message, stating that his act was rooted in the need f
  
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• How a TV Hit Sparked Debate About Birthrates in Africa

  21-10-2024 06:01 via nytimes.com
  
  The Sani family in northern Nigeria has six children, more than the parents can afford but fewer than their own parents had. Birthrates, and the decisions couples make about family size, are changing across Africa.
  
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• APC has strategy to capture all South-West states, I won't reveal it, Ganduje

  21-10-2024 06:00 via pulse.ng
  
  Ganduje urged APC members and leaders in the South-West to close ranks and ensure unity of the party to realise the set election objectives.The National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Abdullahi Umar Ganduje, has disclosed that the ruling party has some tricks up its sleeve to capture all the South-West states.Pulse reports that the APC currently controls four out of the six states in the South-West zone, including Lagos, Ogun, Ondo and Ekiti, while Oyo and Osun are under the co
  
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• Nigerians suffering, let the middle class breathe - LP senator tells Tinubu

  21-10-2024 00:31 via pulse.ng
  
  The Labour Party senator noted that Nigerians in the middle-class cadre are paying the heaviest price for Tinubu's reform policies.Neda Imasuen, a Labour Party (LP) Senator representing Edo South in the National Assembly, has faulted President Bola Tinubu's administration for simultaneously implementing the twin policies of petrol subsidy removal and unification of the foreign exchange window.Imasuen, the Chairman of the Senate Committee on Ethics, Privileges and Public Petitions, expressed the
  
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• Police smash IPOB/ESN terrorists’ camp, detain 29 suspects in Imo

  21-10-2024 00:15 via pulse.ng
  
  The PPRO urged citizens to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activities, and assured residents of the command’s commitment to public safety.The Imo Police Command says it has dismantled a camp allegedly operated by the Indigenous People of Biafra and its militant wing, called the Eastern Security Network, at Nempi, Oru West Local Government Area.The Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO) of the command, ASP Henry Okoye, disclosed this in a statement issued in Owerri and made availa
  
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• COAS Lagbaja's death rumour laughable - Nigerian Army

  21-10-2024 00:09 via pulse.ng
  
  All the reports quoted the said Jackson Ude as their source without any official confirmation from the Army and Defence Headquarters.The Nigerian Army has dismissed the rumoured death of the Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lt.-Gen. Taoreed Lagbaja, by some individuals on social platforms.The army debunked the rumour in a post on its official X Handle on Sunday, tagging a post by one Jackson Ude as: “Fake News”.The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that some online reports had speculat
  
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• Nigeria's 20 million out-of-school children recruitment for future terrorists

  21-10-2024 00:03 via pulse.ng
  
  Obasanjo called on leaders at all levels to put their hands together and find a lasting solution to the menace once and for all.Former President Olusegun Obasanjo has said that the out-of-school children menace in the country provides a fertile ground for the recruitment of future Boko Haram insurgents if not properly addressed now.Obasanjo said this on Sunday in Bauchi, when he inaugurated the dualised seven-kilometre Awala-Mairuguri Road and 17.70-kilometre Awalah-Sir Abubakar Tafawa Balewa Na
  
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