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Pacesetter123:Oh if you say so |
No be real island na big piece of riverbank or wetland with soil and tree wey heavy rain and flood cut commot nie make am they float upadan like this for river nature dey create serious illusion, if you stand on top you go fall |
Karlovych:Stop this idiotism, what concern Peter obi and the north, are you living in a stupid delusion |
What a nice one from the goat himself |
Hope they won't kill this boys o, cuz any criminal they see with gun is death sentence without judge or going to court |
Sonofgod1990:Is part of being a man, something must kill a man |
Sonofgod1990:Lol no am not o |
Sonofgod1990:Seriously, nawa for nairaland, make seun do something about this, Thank you bro |
Keme4Real:Hi |
mascot87:Keep your stupid and useless analytics to yourself, will this help the country, go and get your PVC and vote for the right leader , stop wasting your useless energy analyzing nonsense |
Willy2025:Bro you are being too sarcastic 😂 |
LagosOrigin:You meant pdp, there was never APC governor in Abia, the governor that was unseated was from PDP |
Kushites:Did the development reach your papa house |
jmoore:Also here In warri, delta state |
Lol Mama rest ooo chai ok |
Please those who travel alot, which which airline company ticket is cheaper from delta to Lagos, |
Nigeria’s House of Representatives has granted approval to President Bola Tinubu’s request to borrow $2.35 billion from external sources to finance a portion of the 2025 budget deficit, a decision made despite the nation's soaring debt profile. Dependable NG reports that the lower legislative chamber, during its plenary session on Wednesday, also gave its consent to the President's plan to issue a $500 million debut sovereign sukuk in the international capital market (ICM). This financial instrument is intended to fund crucial infrastructure projects across the country and diversify Nigeria’s sources of financing. The House gave its formal approval after considering and adopting the comprehensive report submitted by its Committee on Aid, Loans and Debt Management. This move comes amidst widespread concern over the nation’s increasing debt burden. Nigeria’s total public debt stood at a massive N149.39 trillion as of the first quarter of 2025, which represents a significant rise from the N121.7 trillion recorded in the preceding year. The Speaker of the House of Representatives, Tajudeen Abbass, had previously stated in September 2025 that Nigeria’s debt profile had crossed a "dangerous threshold." However, the Presidency has consistently maintained that the country, under the leadership of President Tinubu, is practicing prudent borrowing rather than being over-leveraged. https://dependable.ng/despite-record-debt-house-of-reps-approves-tinubus-2-35-billion-loan-request/ mynd44 seun nlfpmod
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The Nigerian Senate on Wednesday gave its final confirmation to General Olufemi Oluyede as the new Chief of Defence Staff, concluding the legislative screening process. Dependable NG reports that General Oluyede, alongside the other newly appointed service chiefs, was present at the National Assembly for the screening session, arriving at the complex around 10:00 am escorted by several high-ranking military officials. Following a brief session conducted under extremely tight security, General Oluyede was cleared and confirmed by the Senate within approximately one hour of his arrival. His confirmation is a key step in the President’s overhaul of the nation’s military leadership and security command structure. https://dependable.ng/nigerian-senate-approves-general-oluyede-as-new-chief-of-defence-staff/ mynd44 seun nlfpmod
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Convicted kidnapper Evans re-arraigned in Lagos court over alleged murder of two police officers. mynd44 seun nlfpmod |
The Lagos State Government on Monday re-arraigned convicted billionaire kidnapper, Chukwudumeme Onwuamadike, popularly known as Evans, before the Lagos High Court in Ikeja over the alleged murder of two police officers. Dependable NG reports that Evans appeared in court alongside his co-defendant, Joseph Emeka, to face a five-count charge that includes murder, attempted murder, and conspiracy to commit kidnapping. The charges relate to the alleged killing of two police officers and the attempted kidnapping of a prominent businessman in 2013. Both defendants pleaded not guilty when the charges were read to them before Justice A.O. Ogala. Evans, who is notorious for high-profile kidnappings, is currently facing multiple criminal cases involving kidnapping and murder in the state, having already been convicted and sentenced to life imprisonment in two of those cases. The re-arraignment on this fresh charge comes just days after President Bola Tinubu granted presidential clemency to some convicted criminals across the country, a move which has drawn widespread criticism. https://dependable.ng/lagos-re-arraigns-ex-kidnapper-evans-for-alleged-murder-of-police-officers/ mynd44 seun nlfpmod
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Kano State has taken the lead among all states in the Federation in the ongoing voter registration exercises, with over 59,203 completed physical registrations recorded so far. This figure makes Kano the highest in the country in registration turnout. This data was revealed in a Progress Report prepared by Dr. Aliyu Isa Aliyu, Chairman of the Sub-Committee on Data Analysis, covering figures as of October 7, 2025. The analysis shows significant variations across the 44 Local Government Areas (LGAs) of the state, with the turnout being a national high. According to the report, the three LGAs that recorded the highest figures were Nassarawa with 2,442, followed closely by Kumbotso with 2,333, and Bichi with 2,328 new registrations, all reflecting strong access to registration centers and large urban populations. Mid-performing LGAs such as Dala (1,548), Gaya (1,542), Rimin Gado (1,570), and Ungogo (1,632) showed moderate but steady participation. The majority of LGAs, including Ajingi, Bunkure, and Minjibir, recorded figures consistent with the statewide average of between 1,000 and 1,200 registrations. Dr. Aliyu, however, pointed out that Rogo (147), Doguwa (536), and Tarauni (549) ranked lowest in the registration drive. The report concluded that these results suggest a strong urban advantage in voter registration, highlighting the critical need for improved outreach and logistical support to boost participation in rural, low-performing LGAs. https://dependable.ng/kano-tops-nigerias-voter-registration-list-with-over-59000-new-voters/ Mynd44 seun nlfpmod
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The Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) Governors’ Forum and Governor of Bauchi State, Bala Mohammed, has expressed unwavering confidence in the opposition party's ability to remain strong and reclaim power in 2027, despite a spate of recent defections to the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC). Governor Mohammed made the assertion while speaking with journalists on Saturday in Abuja. Dependable NG noted that the Governor, who also chairs the PDP National Convention Publicity and Communication Subcommittee, admitted concern over the loss of governors and lawmakers but stressed that the party is working quietly behind the scenes to stabilize its ranks and rebuild public trust. Mohammed accused the APC-led Federal Government of resorting to "coercive tactics" to weaken the opposition and strategically steer Nigeria toward a one-party state. “You know the style of leadership of the APC-led federal government in trying to make this country a one-party state. They have the power of coercion; they have the power of everything,” he said. However, the Governor maintained that these defections, even if more occur, would not derail the PDP’s resurgence, arguing that the party still enjoys massive grassroots support. He stated that even those who left "are not finding it easy" because most people at the grassroots are loyal to the PDP and unhappy with the defections. Mohammed dismissed reports of his own state's instability, declaring: “I assure you I am not going anywhere. My state has no element of division.” On the loss of lawmakers, the Governor acknowledged the unfortunate situation, noting, “They are being controlled, they are being bought, but certainly, the state is PDP.” He believes Nigerians are craving change and see the PDP as the credible platform to achieve it, citing that the majority of measurable achievements by the Federal Government were recorded under past PDP administrations. Regarding current party figures, Mohammed stated that Enugu State Governor Peter Mbah and Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara have not communicated any decision to leave the party, describing Fubara as a loyal member managing his challenges well. The Governor concluded with optimism, stating that visionary leaders will emerge from the unified PDP in 2027 to mount a strong challenge against what he termed the APC’s "deceptive" politics. https://dependable.ng/defections-wont-sink-pdp-well-retake-aso-villa-in-2027-governor-bala-mohammed/ mynd44 seun nlfpmod
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Renowned Nigerian gospel singer, Nathaniel Bassey, has shared an intimate and emotional testimony, revealing that his wife endured the pain of five miscarriages, including an ectopic pregnancy, even as he led his widely streamed "Hallelujah Challenge" worship sessions. The singer disclosed this poignant struggle in the early hours of Friday while leading the ongoing October 2025 edition of the "Hallelujah Challenge." A reporter for Dependable NG noted that Bassey is married to Sarah, and they have been together since 2013. Bassey revealed the profound personal challenge of maintaining his ministry in public while facing deep sorrow at home. He explained that there were times he would immediately leave the online streaming session and head straight to his wife's bedside in the hospital where she had been admitted. “My wife will have to forgive me. Do you know there were times during the Hallelujah Challenge when we had a miscarriage, and nobody knew? I would still come online to praise and dance,” Bassey emotionally recounted. He detailed the gravity of their ordeal: “A few years ago, she was in the hospital with an ectopic pregnancy. I would leave, lead praise and worship online, then return to the hospital, and the nurses attending to her would tell me, ‘It was powerful tonight.’ Not one, not two, not three or four pregnancies, but five.” The ongoing October edition of the Hallelujah Challenge, a viral streaming worship session, runs for 25 days, from October 7 to 31, with each day’s session commencing at 11:59 pm. The singer said he felt compelled to share the story to encourage those who believe ministers of God do not face trials, adding that sometimes, the burden of pain is misunderstood. https://dependable.ng/gospel-singer-nathaniel-bassey-reveals-his-wife-endured-five-miscarriages-ectopic-pregnancy/ mynd44 seun nlfpmod
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The Naira closed the week strongly on Friday, achieving significant gains against the United States dollar in both the official and black foreign exchange (FX) markets, a trend supported by the continued increase in Nigeria’s external reserves. Dependable NG reports that data from the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) confirmed the massive appreciation. Dependable NG confirms that in the official FX markets, the Naira strengthened by N11.48 day-to-day, moving from N1,466.65 per dollar on Thursday to N1,455.17 per dollar on Friday. This marks the highest uptrend recorded during the week under review. The local currency mirrored this performance in the black market, where it also gained value, rising from N1,505 per dollar the previous day to N1,503 per dollar on Friday. The positive movement in the Naira is taking place alongside a sustained increase in the country's external reserves. As of October 9, 2025, Nigeria's reserves had climbed to $42.58 billion, up from $42.40 billion recorded on October 2, showing consistent growth in the nation's foreign currency stockpile. https://dependable.ng/naira-gains-big-against-dollar-as-nigerias-reserves-continue-to-climb/ mynd44 seun nlfpmod
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The tenure of Professor Mahmood Yakubu as Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has officially come to a close after two consequential five-year terms. His exit paved the way for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to present a formidable nominee, Professor Joash Ojo Amupitan, SAN, as the nation’s next Chief Electoral Commissioner. The nomination of the respected legal luminary has received the crucial nod of the National Council of State, a development that signals a significant transition within Nigeria's electoral umpire. Dependable NG reports that the unanimous support for Professor Amupitan's nomination by the Council of State is a testament to the extensive consultations undertaken by the Presidency to ensure a seamless leadership change in the critical body. The confirmation was formally announced in a detailed statement released on Thursday by Bayo Onanuga, the Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy. President Tinubu, in presenting his nominee, highlighted that Professor Amupitan is the first person from Kogi, North-Central state, to be nominated for the prestigious position, stressing that the nominee is politically neutral and unaligned. This emphasis on his apolitical stance was reportedly a key factor in the Council’s decision, with Governor Ahmed Usman Ododo of Kogi State describing Amupitan as a man of unquestionable integrity. The necessary constitutional compliance requires President Tinubu to now forward Amupitan’s name to the Senate for thorough screening and final confirmation. Professor Joash Ojo Amupitan brings a wealth of academic and administrative experience to the demanding role. Born on April 25, 1967, the 58-year-old hails from Ayetoro Gbede in the Ijumu Local Government Area of Kogi State. He is a Professor of Law at the University of Jos (UNIJOS), where he has spent decades contributing to legal scholarship and university administration. His academic focus is sharply tuned to crucial areas of national importance, including Company Law, Law of Evidence, Corporate Governance, and Privatisation Law, the last of which often intersects with election and public sector reforms—an area of professional interest confirmed by his extensive publications. In recognition of his distinguished career in the legal profession, he was conferred with the highly revered rank of Senior Advocate of Nigeria (SAN) in September 2014. His impressive educational trajectory saw him attend Kwara State Polytechnic, Ilorin, from 1982 to 1984, before obtaining his Bachelor of Law (LL.B.) from the University of Jos between 1984 and 1987. He was subsequently called to the Nigerian Bar in 1988. Further academic excellence saw him bag a Master of Law (LL.M.) from UNIJOS in 1993 and a Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Law in 2007. His career at the University of Jos began in 1989, and he steadily rose through the ranks, eventually serving as the Dean of the Faculty of Law from 2008 to 2014 and the Chairman of the Committee of Deans and Directors from 2012 to 2014. Currently, he holds the high-ranking administrative position of Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Administration) at UNIJOS, a responsibility he manages concurrently with his role as Pro-Chancellor and Chairman of the Governing Council of Joseph Ayo Babalola University in Osun State. The depth of his professional engagements outside academia further solidifies his suitability for the critical INEC role. Professor Amupitan has served as a board member for various bodies, including Integrated Dairies Limited in Vom, the Nigerian Institute of Advanced Legal Studies Governing Council, and the Council of Legal Education. As a celebrated author, his works on Nigerian jurisprudence, such as Corporate Governance: Models and Principles (2008), Documentary Evidence in Nigeria (2008), and Principles of Company Law (2013), highlight his deep understanding of regulatory and administrative frameworks, which are vital for overseeing a complex electoral process. Professor Amupitan is married to Dr (Mrs) Yemisi Amupitan, and they are blessed with four children. Meanwhile, following Professor Yakubu's departure, the most senior National Commissioner, May Agbamuche-Mbu, has temporarily stepped into the role of Acting National Chairman of the electoral commission pending the successful screening and final confirmation of Professor Amupitan by the Nigerian Senate. This transition period ensures continuity in the commission's operations as it awaits the swearing-in of its new substantive head. https://dependable.ng/council-of-state-approves-prof-amupitan-as-new-inec-chairman/ mynd44 seun nlfpmod
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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e4i2Ua2vhB4 The Nigerian Presidency has strongly disputed the latest economic report from the World Bank, which estimated that approximately 139 million citizens are living in poverty. The government, speaking through President Bola Tinubu’s Special Adviser on Media and Public Communication, Sunday Dare, described the staggering figure as "unrealistic" and disconnected from the country's actual economic conditions.https://dependable.ng/nigeria-govt-rejects-world-banks-139m-poverty-report-cites-ppp-flaw/ mynd44 seun nlfpmod
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UEFA President Aleksander Ceferin has ignited the perennial "Greatest of All Time" (GOAT) debate by naming Portuguese superstar Cristiano Ronaldo among the top three best footballers in the sport's history. The head of European football's governing body made his definitive assertion during a one-on-one interview, commending the Al Nassr captain for his prolific goal-scoring and extraordinary silverware collection over two decades. Ceferin's comments place Ronaldo alongside other legendary figures widely considered to be football royalty, such as Lionel Messi, Pelé, and Diego Maradona. Dependable NG reports that Ceferin, 57, described Ronaldo as an amazing footballer whose career achievements would require "over two hours to cover," emphatically concluding that the veteran forward is "one of the best players of all time for sure, certainly in the top three." This strong endorsement from the highest office in European football carries significant weight, acknowledging the player's unparalleled dominance in the UEFA Champions League, the continent's most prestigious club competition. Ronaldo remains the tournament's all-time top goalscorer and has lifted the iconic trophy a record five times. Ronaldo’s case for inclusion in the elite bracket is built on a foundation of staggering statistics and unmatched longevity at the highest level. His remarkable trophy haul includes five coveted Ballon d’Or awards, league titles won across England (Premier League with Manchester United), Spain (LaLiga with Real Madrid), and Italy (Serie A with Juventus), in addition to the numerous cup and international honours with Portugal, including the UEFA European Championship in 2016 and the UEFA Nations League in 2019. His status as the all-time leading goalscorer in men's international football further solidifies his standing as a generational talent. The conversation about the greatest footballers ever typically revolves around a core group of players, including the aforementioned Argentine great Lionel Messi—Ronaldo's long-time rival—and the late Brazilian legend Pelé. Ceferin’s decision to openly rank Ronaldo in his personal top three comes at a point in the player’s career where he continues to feature prominently for both club and country despite moving outside of Europe. The 38-year-old forward currently captains Saudi Pro League side Al Nassr and remains a vital part of the Portugal national team setup. Ronaldo is presently on international duty with the Seleção das Quinas as they prepare for a pair of crucial 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers in the October international window. Portugal, who currently lead their qualification group with a flawless record, are scheduled to host the Republic of Ireland on Saturday, October 11, at the Estádio José Alvalade in Lisbon, followed by a match against Hungary on Tuesday, October 14, also on home soil. These upcoming matches will offer Ronaldo a new opportunity to extend his international goal-scoring record and help secure Portugal's qualification for the next World Cup tournament. https://dependable.ng/uefa-president-ceferin-ranks-cristiano-ronaldo-among-top-three-footballers-of-all-time/ mynd44 seun nlfpmod
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SAN Professor Oditah urged Tinubu to appoint an independent, competent INEC Chairman to fix the crisis of character in elections and condemned the judiciary's "dodgy jurisprudence." mynd44 seun nlfpmod |
A Senior Advocate of Nigeria (SAN) and highly regarded legal scholar, Professor Fidelis Oditah, has issued a stern warning to President Bola Tinubu, insisting that the next Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) must be a person of impeccable integrity, independence, and proven competence, explicitly urging the President to reject any candidate viewed as a political loyalist. Oditah’s call follows the recent conclusion of the tenure of Professor Mahmood Yakubu, a period marked by unprecedented controversy over the technological failures of the 2023 general elections. Dependable NG reports that the former Delta State governorship aspirant made this decisive call on Wednesday during an interview on ‘Prime Time’ on Arise Television, asserting that President Tinubu carries a profound constitutional and moral obligation to Nigerians to select an individual who can restore public trust in the country’s embattled electoral body. This is a crucial step for the administration, as the credibility of future polls largely depends on the public perception of the leadership's non-partisanship. Oditah stated that the kind of leadership INEC requires is one that is "impartial, independent, competent, accountable, professional and trustworthy," adding pointedly that no observer of the 2023 elections could honestly commend INEC’s performance. The legal expert stressed that the root problem of Nigeria’s electoral disputes is not a deficit in the law itself, but a profound crisis in governance and character among those charged with implementing the legal framework. He argued that the nation's legal architecture, including the provisions of the Electoral Act 2022, is robust and adequate, yet it is consistently "undermined by the human element" through acts of bias, incompetence, or deliberate compromise. He warned against the illusion that integrity can be legislated into existence, emphasizing that the right character is a precondition for the job. Furthermore, Professor Oditah did not limit his criticism to the electoral umpire, extending his condemnation to the judiciary. He expressed deep concern over what he described as “dodgy jurisprudence” emanating from the courts in post-election cases, especially those concerning the failure of the electronic transmission of results via the INEC Result Viewing Portal (IReV). This critique refers to the judicial rulings that, while affirming the final results, often dismissed the evidence of widespread irregularities and the failure of INEC to adhere to its own guidelines and statutory obligations regarding transparency. This perceived validation of flawed processes by the courts, according to Oditah, completes a cycle of accountability failure, weakening the rule of law and setting a dangerous precedent for future contests. As the nation prepares for upcoming off-cycle and 2027 general elections, the choice of the next INEC Chairman will serve as a critical indicator of President Tinubu's commitment to genuine electoral reform and national democratic stability. https://dependable.ng/san-oditah-cautions-tinubu-against-appointing-political-loyalists-as-next-inec-chair/
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