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Akwamkpuruamu:
Until an independent auditing firm like KPMG, PWC audit NNPCL, all these are mere lies

you talk what you dont know. PwC is the lead auditor of NNPC, check their 2021 audited accounts.

Following an exposé by undercover journalist, Umar Audu, revealing his detailed acquisition of a degree from a university in Cotonou, Benin Republic, and subsequent undetected deployment to Cross Rivers State for the NYSC programme, there has been a strong reaction among Nigerians.
The report, which has since gained prominence, led the federal government to promptly suspend the accreditation and evaluation of degree certificates from Benin Republic and Togo.

The government also announced intentions to extend this sanction to countries such as Uganda, Kenya, and Niger Republic.

The spokesperson for the Ministry of Education, Augustina Obilor-Duru said in a statement on Tuesday, January 2, that the report lent credence to suspicions that some Nigerians deploy nefarious means and unconscionable methods to get a degree.

Reacting to the decision of the federal government, Zubby Micheal applauded the development while commenting on an Instagram post, saying that many “mugus” have been parading doctorate titles.

The development comes just after many entertainers got awarded degrees, including honourary doctorates from various universities in the Benin Republic.

Below is a list of entertainers including singers and actors who bagged degrees from the universities in the aforementioned countries.

Ayra Starr
Mavin star girl, Oyinkansola Sarah Aderibigbe aka Ayra Start attended Les Cours Sonou University in Benin Republic and received a BA degree in International Relations and Political Science at age 18.

“I made sure I got into school early because my goal was to be a teenage pop star. So, I got into school early. So I got into the university. I schooled in Benin Republic. My course was three years old. I graduated at 18.


“I have a degree in International Relations and Political science. Though, I’m thinking of getting another one,” said the “Rush” crooner in an interview with “Nairobi News”, in Kenya.

Besides Ayra Starr, the others listed were awarded honorary doctorate degrees. They include:

Kafayat Shafau

2020 saw sensational dancer, Kafayat Oluwatoyin Shafau, also referred to as Kaffy, receive an Honourary Doctorate Degree for her remarkable role in the African dance industry from Escae Benin University in the Benin Republic.

Taking to Instagram to share the good news, the mother of two wrote: “I’m humbled to be decorated this afternoon by Escae Benin University with an Honorary Doctorate in recognition as a “pioneer in the business of dance in Africa”. This award is not just for me but for an institution. That institution is the dance industry.”

Mike Ezuruonye
In June 2021, popular actor and filmmaker, Michael Ezuruonye, also received an Honourary Doctorate of Arts and Literature from ESTAM University, Seme Campus, located in the Republic of Benin.

He shared the news on his Instagram page, expressing excitement and gratitude to his fans while identifying himself as Dr. Michael Ezuruonye.

“It’s cause of you my fans, supporters and good people this happened. Dr Michael Ezuruonye loves you all.”

Martins Okey Justice
Along with Mike, singer J. Martins bagged an honourary doctorate from the same institution.

Posing with the actor, Jay Martins in a post via his Instagram page wrote: “Ladies and Gentlemen say hello to the new Doctorates in town my humble self & my brother @mikeezu from Estam University Benin Republic

A very big Thank you to all my supportive fans it’s because of you that I have come this far and I do not take you guys for granted so when next you see me remember to add Dr Martins Okey Justice aka J.Martins


Alexx Ekubo
In August of the same year, Alexx Ekubo received an honorary doctorate in Arts and Culture from Benin Republic’s Institut Supérieur de Communication et de Geston University.

The Nollywood act took to Instagram to share a picture in a ceremonial graduation gown with the caption: “Introducing, Dr Alexx Ekubo. Thanks to the governing council of the Institut Supérieur de Communication et de Geston (ISCG UNIVERSITY) for conferring on me a Doctorate (Honorary) Degree in Arts & Culture”.

Peter Okoye
In June 2022, Peter Okoye aka Mr P, one-half of the well-known singing duo Psquare, received an honorary doctorate from the Escae-Benin University in the Benin Republic.

He was conferred Doctor of Arts by the school which he described as a “distinguished educational institution.”

Via his Instagram page, he shared the news, stating: “Dear Team P! It’s a great honor to be decorated by a distinguished educational institution, Who have recognised my contribution to Dance and Music as well as my support for the youth in the entertainment industry.”

IK Ogbonna
Popular Nigerian actor, Ikechukwu Mitchel Ogbonna aka IK, received an honorary degree in June 2022.

A Doctorate (Honorary) Degree of Arts in Leadership and Development was granted to IK by the Institut Superieur De Technologies Et De Management, Togo.

Ireti Doyle
Ireti Doyle, who starred in Wedding Party, was included in the 2022 academic honour roll.

The Benin Republic’s Institut Superieur de Communication et de Gestion University awarded the seasoned actress an honorary doctorate in August.

The actress acknowledged that although she did have a “healthy expectation of receiving accolades,” an academic honour was not what she had in mind.

Bob Manuel Udokwu
Another famous Nigerian actor, Bob Manuel, received an honorary doctorate from the same Cotonou-based University.

The Institut Superieur de Communication et de Gestion University awarded the former Guinness Ultimate Search games master a Doctorate Degree in Arts and Culture.

Ireti Doyle disclosed the news as she shared photos from the ceremony on her Instagram page.

Pete Edochie
Veteran actor and seasoned movie star, Pete Edochie received a double honourary doctorate from the International School of Technology and Management (ISTM) University, Togo in September 2023.

The 76-year-old movie stalwart bagged a Doctorate in Literature, a Doctorate in Arts, and a lifetime achievement at the Togo-based varsity.


https://thenationonlineng.net/10-entertainers-who-bagged-degrees-from-togo-benin-republic-varsities/

Lalasticlala, mynd44

If these themes were to translate into action and result, Nigeria will be in top 10 economy of the world.

*Federal Govt* — Budget of Renewed Hope

*Abia* — Budget of New Beginning

*Adamawa* — Budget of Re-engineering

*Akwa Ibom* — Arise Budget for Growth and Expansion

*Anambra* — Budget of Changing Gears

*Bauchi* — Budget of Consolidation & Renewed Focus

*Bayelsa* — Budget of Sustainable and Shared Prosperity

*Benue* — Budget of Infrastructure, Development, Job Creation and Poverty Alleviation

*Borno* — Budget of Consolidation and Progress

*Cross River* — The People First Budget

*Delta* — Budget of Hope and Optimism

*Ebonyi* — Budget of Innovation and Progress

*Edo* — Budget of Home Run and Finishing Strong

*Ekiti* — Budget of Sustainable Growth and Development

*Enugu* — Budget of Disruptive Economic Growth

*Gombe* — Budget of Continuity and Consolidation

*Imo* — Budget of Renewed Economic Growth

*Jigawa* — Budget of Greater Jigawa

*Kaduna* — Budget of Rural Transformation for Inclusive Development

*Kano* — Budget of Restoration and Transformation

*Katsina* — Building Your Future

*Kebbi* — Budget of Infrastructural Development and People Empowerment

*Kogi* — Budget of Consolidation and Continuity for Inclusive Growth

*Kwara* — Budget of Economic Expansion and Collective Prosperity

*Lagos* — Budget of Renewal

*Nasarawa* — Budget of Renewed Commitment

*Niger* — The Budget of the Future

*Ogun* — Budget of Sustained Growth and Development

*Ondo* — Budget of Economic Resilience

*Osun* — Budget of Reconstruction and Recovery

*Oyo* — Budget of Economic Recovery

*Plateau* — Budget of New Beginnings

*Rivers* — Budget of Renewed Hope

*Sokoto* — Budget of Hope and Resilience

*Taraba* — Budget of Moving Forward

*Yobe* — Budget of Consolidation and Economic Recovery

*Zamfara* — Rescue Budget. 👀👀👀

With all what is going on in PH, can Nyesom Wike actually travel to PH?

Please recommend which one I should enter, in terms of comfort, bus standard, time keeping etc?

EmperorFred:
Doctors in the house, please what kind of skin reaction is this and how can I go about it, I have it on other parts too.

old age.

Dexy4yah:
Who still remember this tale



Make una chill... we're winning this match

i remember

1.Before
2. Now

We southerners should always be grateful to the northerners for taking us to where we are today for creating our states.

All the states in the south and in the north were created by military heads of states from yakubu gowon to sani abacha.

Thank you north.

Why I hate that Kabir Yusuf is because he is Kwankwaso's stooge, destroying and demolishing all the legacies of Ganduje, not because for the love of people of Kano.

Gawuna is coming

Hello,

Please how can I get admission for my child into Nigeria-Korea Model School in Abuja?

Anyone to assist me please?

Thanks.

Burob:
Nigeria the night of West Africa, when I lived in The United States, was when I realized the might of Nigeria.

Na people way never travel that are obvious to the might of Nigeria.

Even on few times I visited Johannesburg, na maximum respect they have for Nigeria in South Africa.

In The Gambia, Nigeria is next to USA in terms of might.

please where is the owode market located?

Soldiers have gone on national TV in Niger and announced that they have carried out a coup.

They said they had dissolved the constitution, suspended all institutions and closed the West African country's borders.

Niger President Mohamed Bazoum has been held by troops from the presidential guard since early on Wednesday.

US Secretary of State Antony Blinken conveyed Washington's "unwavering support" in a call to Mr Bazoum.

UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres also said he had spoken to the president and offered the UN's full support for him.

Mr Bazoum is a key Western ally in the fight against Islamist militancy in West Africa.

https://www.bbc.com/news/world-africa-66320895

nurey:
Strong and reliable, espeially manual. But engine not common in the parts market so ensure to take care of it very well

thanks, helpful to me too

rectitude:
Hmm

WHY HUMMING

Thought they say Nuhu Ribadu for National Security Adviser?
Or is this same as NSA

Okwyjesus:
He can't be fired. Tinubu right hand man

you dont understand them ne, they mean court will sack tinubu, so Gbaja is going down with him.
This IPOBs sef

Buhari should try and sell this on jiji or any online platorm

Please Buhari come back, come back. Nigerians need you more than before.
As you just left, fuel is now 600naira per litre.

Naira too we heard will go up.

Please Buhari come back, come back. Nigerians need you more than before.
As you just left, fuel is now 600naira per litre.

Naira too we heard will go up.

Please Buhari come back, come back. Nigerians need you more than before.
As you just left, fuel is now 600naira per litre.

Naira too we heard will go up.

TsbAfrica:
It is a monumental achievement to see the day Nigeria moves beyond buhari... Infact it should be declared a public holiday because the kind of wickedness that occured during his reign is unpresidented.

I will kill chicken that day and celebrate like it is sallah day.

definitely there will be public holiday, i guess. Buhari's minister aregbesola himself will declare the holiday may be May 29

JealousCobra:
Nothing to rejoice about, the imposed inec select and his VP Boko Haram recruiter will do far worst 😎


The real Joy is the people's choice. . PODATTI.

are you still living on illusion?

I pray the incoming government does better than Buhari government.

All the Buharist and the non Buharist have tested the hardship in the last eight years.

Nawa...ooooo

A clear case of policy somersault.

Buhari thought his charisma alone will fix nigeria, but a very wrong assumption.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3V3W1_n_v3o

Hi experts,

Please can you advise on magnaflow catalytic converter, is it a good to buy one and where can one get one in Kaduna?

cc: gazzuzz, gazuzz

advocates of Muslim- Christian tickets for selfish reasons.

Odumegwu Ojukwu Speaks On Plans To Return To Nigeria 1979

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZWM8OvgEE24

The worst CBN GOVERNOR EVER