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BBNaija housemates Kellyrae and Kassia have shocked many by being caught trying to kiss twice by fellow housemate Rhuthee.

This revelation came from Rhuthee during a private chat with Big Brother in her diary session.

BBNaija: Kellyrae and Kassia caught trying to kiss twice
BBNaija housemates, Kellyrae and Kassia.
In the session, DJ Flo and her partner, who are jointly called ‘Flourish’, explained the dynamics of relationships in the house.

Rhuthee detailed different situations where she saw Kellyrae and Kassia acting very intimately, despite their claims to other housemates that they are just besties.

She mentioned two occasions where she saw the two housemates attempting to exchange kisses just a few days into the reality TV show.

DJ Flo, on the other hand, explained that she doesn’t believe the two are just friends and feels there is something more to their story.

This comes amid the ongoing reality TV show where Kellyrae and Kassia, who are actually married, have kept their marriage secret from the other housemates while maintaining they are merely friends.

As the video of DJ Flo and Rhuthee circulates online, concerned individuals have taken to the comments section to share their thoughts.
See some reactions below:

Ayokah: “These girls face your own game now 😅😅.”

inspire.by.jo: “Biggie’s likes the double kay secret mission more than double themselves 😂😂😂😂.”

Xhel: “This housemates are just helping doublekay get more popular 😂😂.”

Cynthiabella🦋: “You guys should leave them we love them like that 😆🥰.”

salonetiti🇸🇱🇸🇱🇸🇱🇸🇱🇸🇱: “we are the game in the house Double kay 🔥🔥😂❤️🥰 u guys should face your front 😂😋🙄.”

@patbliss junior❤️❤️❤️: “How is that your business madam eye service you guys are going home on soon.”

https://supers.ng/bbnaija-kellyrae-and-kassia-caught-trying-to-kiss-twice/

Federal High Court in Lagos on Monday granted N50m bail each to two students of Moshood Abiola Polytechnic and Resign Regal Academy, Timothy Oluwabukola and Anthony Odemerho, who allegedly hacked MTN Nigeria Communication computers and stole airtime and data valued at N1.9bn.

Justice Akintayo Aluko granted them bail after hearing two separate bail applications filed by the defendants.

In addition to the bail sum, Aluko ordered the defendants to provide two sureties each, one of whom must be a civil servant in the federal or Lagos State employment, who must be grade level 14 and above.

He said that the second surety must be a landed property owner within the jurisdiction of the court, provide evidence of ownership, and must swear to an affidavit of means.

In the case of the civil servant, they must produce a reference letter of their place of work, and a letter of last promotion, while the defendants must submit two recent passport photographs to the court registrar.

Aluko ordered that the prosecution should verify all documents submitted by the sureties including their residential addresses.

The court further ordered that the defendants be remanded in the Correctional Centre pending the fulfilment of their bail conditions.

Oluwabukola and Odemerho were arraigned on July 30, 2024, by the Police Special Fraud Unit.

They are facing four counts bordering on conspiracy, unauthorised access into the company’s web-based platform known as Application Programming Interface and unlawful conversion, preferred against them by the police.

The police prosecution counsel, Justine Enang, told the court that the defendants committed the alleged offences with others now at large.

Enang told the court that Oluwabukola and Odemerho, said to be students of Moshood Abiola Polytechnic Abeokuta, Ogun State, and Resign Regal Academy in Benin City, Edo State, respectively, committed the offences sometime between January and April 2024, in Lagos and Edo states.

He said that the duo allegedly hacked into the MTN web-based platform known as Application Programming Interface, and stole N1.9bn worth of airtime and data.

According to the prosecutor, the offences committed contravened Sections 27(1)(b); 6(2) and 28(1)(b) of the Cybercrime (Prohibition, Prevention, etc) Act, 2015 as amended in 2024, but punishable under Section 8(2) of the same Act.

He added that the offences also contravened Section 18(2)(b) of the Money Laundering (Prevention And Prohibition) Act, 2022, punishable under Section 18(3) of the same Act.

However, the defendants pleaded not guilty to the charges against them.

Following their not-guilty plea, the prosecutor asked the court for a trial date and urged the court to remand them in the custody of a correctional centre till the determination of the charge.

But, the defence lawyer informed the court that he had filed two applications for bail and the same had been served on the prosecutor.

In response, the prosecutor confirmed being served with the bail applications but told the court that he was served while the proceedings were going on.

He asked the court for a short date to enable him to study the applications and respond to them.

Consequently, Justice Aluko adjourned the case till August 5, 2024, for a hearing of the defendants’ bail applications.

https://supers.ng/two-students-who-hacked-mtn-computers-granted-n100m-bail/

Police tracks down and arrest big boy who reportedly used fake transfer to buy a Mercedes Benz.

The incident was reported in a video that was shared on social media.

Big Boy arrested after using fake transfer to buy Benz
Big boy.
In the video that was shared online, the big boy was seen sitting own beside the Mercedes Benz which he had reportedly bought.

It was gathered that the guy had bought a Mercedes Benz from a car dealer and utilized a fake transfer to pay for it, until he was later tracked down.

Some police officers were seen interrogating the guy after tracking him down.

Although, details as to where the incident had occurred wasn’t revealed in the video that was shared.

A caption affixed to the video read …

“Pablo use fake transfer go buy Mercedes Benz wahala.”

Check out reactions below …
dianaa_fiia said: “Him dey doubt say them catch am”

bolupara said: “Hin crime no still reach our president own”

jully_mk said: “And him babe Dey house Dey cook rice and stew”

chase_oat said: “This is not fake transfer.. no car dealer i, will give out car without confirming alert maybe he stole it or something but not def fake”

solar_deals_nigeria said: “Biggy Orobo no wan trek, he wan dey maintain steeze.”

solar_deals_nigeria said: “Biggy Orobo no wan trek, he wan dey maintain steeze.”

tufab said: “Lmaooo the guy still dy ask you don catch me? E never sure oo. He still fit disappear”

_bola.tito__ said: “You dey on floor still dey ask if dem don catch youss”

kingkopay said: “If this guy is innocent, the one making the video will pay heavily for false accusations… the confidence in which the accused is speaking with……. Ok”

https://supers.ng/big-boy-arrested-after-using-fake-transfer-to-buy-benz/

Nigerian lady is distraught after her boyfriend turns his attention away from her and towards his new gift, a PlayStation portal.

In a viral video, the lady narrated how she has been buying gifts for her man over the years but has never seen him in so much joy after gifting him a PlayStation portal.

She cried out over the level of attention her boyfriend have given to her new gift, referring to it as her new rival and wondering what was in it.

Check out some reactions from netizens

Pepper asked: “Why do you guys announce what u do for your men?”

DRAGON IMOTAL said: “Imagine you go man house for hookup carry him portable PS5 for bag, come here they lie for Sunday becos lie is used to you.”

OLA said: “na you marry second wife for your man. that’s what every good wife does.”

Kingsley Egeonu stated: “Some of us na singlet, boxers and white handkerchief them dey buy for us as if na atilogue dancers we be”

Greg fourtwenty said: “The price nur let you know say e important enough?”

Kupa Emoji Guy said: “You buy me this I go first cry before I take am ”

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https://supers.ng/lady-cries-out-over-new-rival-after-buying-boyfriend-playstation-portal/

Security operatives at the MKO Abiola National Stadium, Abuja on Saturday dispersed protesters and journalists from the facility with gunshots.

The security operatives aimed at protesters and journalists who ran for cover.

The protesters were reconvening after being dispersed by security agents deployed to the stadium.

Suddenly, masked security operatives suspected to be personnel of the Department of State Services started shooting sporadically at protesters.

As a result, the protesters ran inside bushes around the stadium with some of the security operatives giving them a hot chase.

Afterwards, the remaining masked operatives on the ground came for the journalists who were at a separate spot.

As they approached, journalists fled, scrambling into any available vehicle.

The masked security operatives fired sporadically at the fleeing journalists.

Bullets pierced a Premium Times reporter’s car conveying journalists out of the location at three different locations.

Journalists inside the car shot by security agents are those of The PUNCH, The Cable, Premium Times, and Peoples Gazette.

Also, a commuter vehicle’s glass was shattered with bullets.

https://supers.ng/security-operatives-shoot-at-protesters-journalists-in-abuja/

Controversial street pop singer, Habeeb Olalomi, popularly known as Portable has faced severe backlash, losing 100,000 followers on Instagram within hours of making controversial remarks about ongoing protest in the country.

In a video making the rounds online, Portable claimed there were no protests in Sango, Ogun state where he lives.

He explained that previous demonstrations had been ignored by the government, prompting him and those in his area to focus on their daily hustle instead.

His comments, however, did not sit well with many fans. Within 12 hours of posting the video, Portable lost 100,000 Instagram followers, as reported by a popular blog.

Fans had warned they would unfollow him, and many followed through on their threats. Many more fans have pledged to unfollow the artist if he continues to make such statements.

Portable had also made a previous video comparing himself to billionaire Aliko Dangote and describing protests as activities for the poor.

Netizens Reactions…
@lyonn_ade said: “Unfollowed as well !!! Good riddance to bad rubbish!!

@international_hype_man_philzy said: “He deserves it.”

@gid_eon202 said: “Keep reporting and unfollowing him guys.”

@itz_eberegal said: “Let me go and do mine too.”

@wisdomjoe_ said: “I unfollowed him yesterday, i hate nonsense and I don’t support wrong things especially in times like this.”

@vikky__billz: said “Account wey him go still loose dey play.”

@mr.belefu said: “What’s wrong with Nigerians sef? Let’s bring down this rebranded agbero page! Let’s tell him that we Nigerians made him.”

@godso_oluwapmoney said: “We can do more better.”

@playworld__ent said: “He knew one day he will be the downfall of his career.”

@officialmullerrichi said: “Make sure you unfollow and report at the same time.”

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Immediate past governor of Kogi State, Yahaya Bello, is still on the run 107 days after being declared wanted by the Economic and Financial Crime Commission.

EFCC had on April 18, 2024, declared Bello wanted in connection with an alleged case of money laundering to the tune of N80,246,470,089.88.

Saturday PUNCH recalled that a group of armed men identified as ‘Special Forces’ and some policemen prevented EFCC operatives from apprehending Bello at his Wuse Zone 4, Abuja residence on Wednesday, April 17.

The current governor of Kogi State, Usman Ododo, also rushed to Bello’s house and escorted him out of the location.

EFCC had earlier been granted a warrant of arrest by a Federal High Court in Abuja to apprehend the former governor.

Bello and three other suspects, Ali Bello, Dauda Suliman, and Abdulsalam Hudu, were to be arraigned before Justice Emeka Nwite on 19 counts related to money laundering.

But the inability of the anti-graft agency to arrest the former Kogi State governor stalled the arraignment.

The House of Representatives candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party for Dekina/Bassa Federal Constituency in the 2023 elections, Austin Okai, had on June 21 claimed that Bello was hiding in the state Government House in Lokoja.

Okai’s claim contradicted the earlier reports that Bello had been smuggled out of the country after the raid on his house.

However, the EFCC has continued a manhunt for Bello, who had refused to surrender himself for arrest.

Speaking on the matter, the Executive Director, Rule of Law and Accountability Advocacy Centre, Okechukwu Nwanguma, said the EFCC was not ready to arrest Bello.

According to him, the anti-corruption agency has sophisticated equipment to track and arrest Bello.

Nwanguma, in an interview with Saturday PUNCH, said, “It is surprising that despite all the hot waves and drama of the EFCC, including the vow of the chairman that he would resign if he couldn’t arrest Yahaya Bello, the man is still out there more than three months after he was declared wanted.

“If they truly wanted to arrest Yahaya Bello, they would have arrested him. If this was a case of a poor man, they would have easily arrested him.”

However, the spokesperson for the EFCC, Dele Oyewale, dismissed the insinuation that the agency had been compromised or unwilling to arrest the former governor.

Oyewale maintained that Bello remained wanted until arrested.

He said, “The matter is in court and there are various orders of the court. Senior lawyers who failed to bring him (Bello) to court are already slated for discipline.

“If an anti-corruption agency declares a suspect wanted, all over the world, he remains wanted until he is arrested.

“Yahaya Bello has been declared wanted and he remains wanted. Judicial processes have been instituted in court and they are ongoing.”

https://supers.ng/efcc-yahaya-bello-remains-a-wanted-man-slated-for-arrest/

A video of BBNaijas9 Season 9 housemates Kassia and Kellyrae‘s wedding is trending on social media following their entry into the Big Brother reality TV show.

The video, which is making waves on social media, shows a moment before their wedding, with Kassia displaying her beautiful look.

BBNaija married couple, Kassia and Kellyrae.

It was revealed during their entry into the BBNaija house last Sunday that Kassia is married to her partner, Kellyrae.

However, they agreed to keep their marriage private and present themselves as best friends in the house.

Since the beginning of the show, they have both kept their word and avoided being intimate.

As the show progresses, a video of Kassia and Kellyrae’s wedding, who are both housemates in the ongoing BBNaija Season 9 reality TV show, surfaced online.

Many viewers who saw the video have commented on the post, sharing their thoughts.

See some reactions below:

Angibabe: “team double Kay Kassia to the world.”

user8197081419549: “woow i die with them beautiful .”

Temi: “Face card on check.”

No 1 hair vendor in Agege: “With double kay I stand .”

Woma-Sandy: “Doublekay or no other.Let’s keep voting.”

OLUBUNMI GRACE: “na double Kay this year ooo.”

Estilock: “I love them and am voting for them .”

VIPs SKINCARE: “she looks like liquor Rose here.”

Aniat melvin : “She just dey play with her marriage .”

MercyBoo is Blessed_(S2BF): “We love them already.”

Bliss. Badass: “He be like na here I de this year o.”

Mercy: “The husband is too clean and full of positive vibes. he may win the show.”

pretty lilly1: “i said am not voting this season.but you guys changed my mind.”

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https://supers.ng/bbnaijas9-kassia-and-kellyraes-wedding-video-goes-viral/

American rapper Cardi B has revealed that she is expecting her third child after announcing that she is getting a divorce from Offset.

The 31-year-old hip-hop diva announced the news on Instagram on Thursday, a day after filing for divorce from her husband of six years, Offset, 32.

While sharing photos of her pregnancy, she wrote;

With every ending comes a new beginning! I am so grateful to have shared this season with you, you have brought me more love, more life and most of all renewed my power! Reminded me that I can have it all!

American rapper, Cardi B.

You’ve reminded me that I never have to choose between life, love, and passion! I love you so much and can not wait for you to witness what you helped me accomplish, and what you pushed me to do!

It’s so much easier taking life’s twists, turns, and tests lying down, but you, your brother, and your sister have shown me why it’s worth it to push through!

Cardi B’s manager confirmed in an interview with news outlet PEOPLE that the Grammy-winning rapper is requesting primary custody of their children, son Wave Set, 2, and daughter Kulture Kiari, 6, in the divorce file.

https://supers.ng/cardi-b-announces-pregnancy-with-3rd-child-after-filing-for-divorce-from-offset/

In one of the popular internet challenge video, a Nigerian lady shares her controversial opinion on dating men who smoke.

According to her, guys who smoke are so peaceful and can give peace in a romantic relationship. In her words, “If you want peace of mind, date a guy that smokes”.

She then addresses women who want peace of mind to date guys who  smoke. Of course, many netizens disagreed with her stance.

They disagreed with her, citing examples of popular celebrities that smoke and thrive on making trouble. Some questioned her home background for her to have such a mentality.

Others were more logical, looking at the hazards of smoking and wondering if smokers dying young is part of the peace of mind. Read some of their comments:

@Ikopima0: Women and bad advice

@Unwanaassam1: If it worked for me, it does not mean it will work for another person. Keep quiet there!

@fortunateozuyak: The Day wey him no see smoke your mind go Dey

@Lilzazyy: Your children go turn fatherl£as in no time

@mf_jummy: Until one day e plank your head. Boya you go throwaway him Igbo mistakenly. Abeg I no like stress

@EmekaIkeche: Because they are liable to die young?😂🤣🤣🤣🤔🤔🤔

@DeOversabiman: Normally the guy self Dey find peace of mind nah why em dey smoke

https://supers.ng/lady-if-you-want-peace-of-mind-date-a-guy-that-smokes/

Nigerian music sensation Paul Okoye, also known as Rudeboy, has opened up on how his twin brother Peter Okoye arrested him with EFCC.

Rudeboy made this disclosure recently during an interview with City105.5FM.

He revealed that his twin brother, Peter Okoye, got him arrested by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) in December.

Rudeboy claimed that the arrest was mostly motivated by his lifestyle, which his brother appeared to disapprove of.

"My twin brother arrested me with EFCC" - Rudeboy shares more on arrest

Rudeboy described being faced with a 20-year prison sentence, which left him perplexed and wondering, “What did I do?”

He claimed that his brother’s petition resulted in his detention, and his account statements were printed out during the investigation.

Rudeboy expressed relief that he was not involved in fraudulent activity, which would have been devastating for him.

Paul Okoye further stated that approximately a month ago, a family meeting was held, and Rudeboy was cleared of all claims by EFCC authorities.

Despite being pronounced innocent, Peter Okoye refused to apologize for his acts. Rudeboy explained the charges to their different lives, claiming that he is a businessman who saves money while his brother spends recklessly.

The EFCC investigation indicated that Peter Okoye misappropriated Rudeboy’s funds for personal purchases dating back to 2006/2007.

https://supers.ng/rudeboy-my-twin-brother-arrested-me-with-efcc/

The Dangote Petroleum Refinery is going to need about N1.7tn worth of crude oil monthly following the directive of President Bola Tinubu mandating the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited to sell crude to the plant and other domestic refineries in naira.

On Monday, Tinubu directed NNPC to sell crude to the Dangote refinery and other upcoming refineries in naira.

The Special Adviser to the President on Information and Publicity, Bayo Onanuga, had made this known in a post via his official X handle.

Onanuga said the Federal Executive Council adopted the move on Monday to ensure the stability of the pump price of refined fuel and the dollar-naira exchange rate.

An analysis of figures from various industry reports showed that the $20bn Dangote refinery located in Lekki, Lagos, would gulp about N1.7tn of crude oil monthly should NNPC meet the mandate of the President.

The average cost of crude in 2024 is about $83/barrel, based on data from Statistica, a global statistical firm.

The President, Dangote Industries, Alhaji Aliko Dangote, recently stated that his refinery would hit 500,000 barrels per day capacity in August, and 550,000bpd in December 2024.

This means that between August and November this year the refinery targets to refine 500,000bpd of crude oil, before proceeding to hit the 550,000bpd mark in December.

Going by 500,000bpd refining capacity and the $83/barrel average price of Brent, the global benchmark for crude, it implies that the plant would require about $41.5m worth of crude oil daily, which represents N56.55bn, using the average exchange rate of N1,362.6/$ in 2024.

This, therefore, implies that the refinery would gulp about N1.7tn worth of crude oil monthly based on the recent directive of the President mandating NNPC to supply crude to Dangote and other domestic refineries in naira.

Operators speak

The National Public Relations Officer of the Independent Petroleum Marketers Association of Nigeria, Chief Ukadike Chinedu, said though Nigeria has been battling to ramp up crude oil production, NNPC should endeavour to meet the President’s order.

“It is an order by the President that crude be sold to domestic refineries in naira, and that includes the Dangote refinery. We know that the refinery is massive and requires over 500,000 barrels of crude oil daily, so NNPC and its partners should work harder to meet this demand.

“We just have to try. The government has been talking about ramping up crude oil production. This is the time to deliver on that. The President has given an order and it is up to NNPC and the ministry to meet that order,” he stated.

On his part, the Publicity Secretary of the Crude Oil Refiners Association of Nigeria, Eche Idoko, said the supply of crude to local refineries in naira would bring down the cost of petrol and strengthen the naira against the dollar.

“The sheer fact that the crude will be sold in naira will give the naira a lot of leverage against the dollar, and by implication, the naira will appreciate against the dollar. Automatically when there are fewer naira chasing the dollar, it will affect the price.

“It means the cost of refining will drop and this will affect the pump price. We will see a rebound in the pricing of fuel once the President’s order is implemented,” he stated.

During a tour of the refinery with journalists recently, Dangote said the refinery was fully online, with over $26bn being expected annually.

“Successful completion of trial run in January 2024. Refined and intermediate products include polypropylene, naphtha, RCO, gasoline, diesel, and jet fuel. Steady state production phase commenced in March 2024.

“Ramping up production to reach 500kbpd (15 crude cargoes a month) by next August, 550kbpd by the end of the year, and 650kbpd by the first quarter of 2025. Gasoline production is to commence in July with sales from August. Annual revenue is projected to exceed $26bn,” Dangote stated.

He added that the refinery has dedicated loading gantries with 86 loading bays; dedicated marine facilities for offtake of crude and loading of petroleum products; 900-kilo tonnes per annum polypropylene plant, 36ktpa sulphur, and 585ktpa carbon black production.

The total storage capacity of the refinery is put at 4.5 billion litres, which can cover 20 days of crude requirement product storage for 15 days of Nigeria’s petrol consumption.

He averred that the refinery would produce 53 million litres of petrol per day and 1.1 million tonnes per day.

“The Dangote refinery can meet Nigeria’s requirements and have a surplus for exports,” he stated.

On Tuesday, NNPC announced its goal to increase crude oil production to two million barrels per day by the end of the year, as it strives to meet domestic crude oil demand as well as export.

The country’s daily production rose from 1.27 million barrels in June to 1.6 million in July, according to the Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission.

Speaking during a meeting with Maritime Stakeholders at the Nigerian Navy Headquarters, the Group Managing Director of NNPC, Mele Kyari, expressed optimism that the target would be met, emphasising that NNPC was fully committed to achieving it.

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Video showcasing Nigerian musician Wizkid’s opulent London mansion has taken social media by storm, giving fans a glimpse into the singer’s lavish lifestyle.

The viral clip features Wizkid enjoying quality time with his loved ones, including his sons Zion and Boluwatife, in the expansive mansion. The estate boasts a sprawling garden, large enough to accommodate another building, where Zion is seen having a blast.

Additionally, Boluwatife, Wizkid‘s eldest son, showcases his athletic skills in another scene, playing football and basketball with friends.

Also, the video offers a rare glimpse into Wizkid‘s personal life and his stunning London residence. This has left fans and viewers worldwide in awe of his success and luxurious lifestyle.

https://supers.ng/wizkids-luxurious-london-mansion-unveiled-in-viral-video/

Prices of foodstuff have again gone up in major markets across the country as Nigerians engaged in panic buying in a bid to stock their homes before the planned nationwide #EndBadGovernance protest begin today, The PUNCH reports.

This comes as last-ditch moves by the Federal Government to stop the protest failed to arrest the momentum generated by the organisers, who insisted the protest would go on as planned.

The protest organisers want an improvement in the soaring cost of living and a reversal of some harsh government policies, particularly the removal of petrol subsidy.

The subsidy removal, along with ongoing security issues in farming regions, has led to increased transportation costs and subsequent food inflation.

In a late rally to stop the demonstration, the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Senator George Akume, Wednesday, addressed an emergency press conference where he again admonished Nigerians to shun the proposed protest.

Other top officials also pleaded for the suspension of the protest, including the Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, Atiku Bagudu (Budget and Planning), Wale Edun (Economy) and presidential media aide, Bayo Onanuga, among others.

They reeled out all the people-oriented policies and programmes implemented by the Tinubu government and sought the understanding of Nigerians.

Earlier on Wednesday, the Inspector-General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, also invited journalists for an urgent press conference at the force headquarters.

Also, the National Assembly held a plenary on Wednesday after cutting its recess short.

The Speaker of the House of Representatives, Tajudeen Abbas, addressed youths at a hastily convened town hall meeting at the National Assembly Complex, where he reiterated his appeal to the protest organisers to embrace dialogue with the Federal Government to find solutions to the hardship in the country.


The SGF in his remarks said the government recognised the right to protest but was wary of the planned protests being hijacked “by bandits, insurgents and other criminals.”

https://supers.ng/tension-food-prices-rise-as-hunger-protest-begins-today/

Manchester United have reached an agreement to sign striker Chido Obi-Martin following his departure from Arsenal, according to reports.

Last week, Arsenal announced Obi-Martin’s exit after he turned down a contract extension.

The 16-year-old, who scored 32 goals last season, including an astonishing 10 in one game against Liverpool.

He was also seen as one of the most promising talents in Arsenal’s youth squad.

Chido Obi dumps Arsenal, accepts proposal to join Manchester United
Amad Diallo – Getty image

The Gunners were keen to retain him and offered what they considered a “fair” deal, but were caught off guard by his decision to leave.

Interest in Obi-Martin was high, with clubs like Bayern Munich and Borussia Dortmund reportedly vying for his signature.

However, Manchester United moved quickly, meeting with the player’s representatives and securing his commitment.

https://supers.ng/chido-obi-dumps-arsenal-accepts-proposal-to-join-manchester-united/

Popular Magnito, a highly regarded native Nigerian musical prodigy and song singer, has made changes to his remarkable, timeless new song, “Major Freshout (Who You Shoot).” Included is Josh 2funny.

To show your support, please listen to the music as much as you can! We really appreciate your patience, and we hope you like the song!

As you listen, kindly drop your comment below.

Now the question is the song just an ordinary song or dope song!!

Listen to song here!
https://supers.ng/magnito-major-freshout-ft-josh-2funny/

The founder and CEO of Telegram Messenger app, Pavel Durov drops a bombshell revelation as he reveals he has over 100 biological children scattered around the world.

The 39-year-old entrepreneur via his channel, revealed that he just discovered he has over 100 biological children and he has never been married.

Narrating the possibility, he recalled been convinced by a friend fifteen years ago to donate his sperm to him and his wife to aid their childbirth since they had fertility issues.

After agreeing to this request, the doctor at the clinic informed him that they were short of high quality donors, convincing him to further donate to anonymously help more couples.

Now in 2024, his donation helped over 100 families across 12 countries to have children.

He declared his intentions to open-source his DNA so that his biological children could easily find each other.

Pavel expressed pride in himself in being able to donate to help the issue of shortage of healthy sperm around the world.

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https://supers.ng/telegram-ceo-durov-reveals-he-has-over-100-biological-children-despite-being-unmarried/

Aaron Simpson (born September 10th, 1978), who is known professionally as AJ, is an American singer and Songwriter who has played for so many bands in the US for more than 2 decades now..

Early Life
AJ‘s artistic journey is imbued with the wisdom of mentors, the camaraderie of fellow artists, and the unwavering support of a vibrant musical community. As he navigates the diverse landscapes of the music industry, Aj’s path is illuminated by the profound impact of relationships forged and lessons learned along the way.

Quoting his late friend and industry luminary, Rich Young of IAM Rich Young Productions, Aj echoes the timeless adage, “Perfect practice makes Perfect.” This mantra serves as a guiding principle in Aj’s artistic pursuits, underscoring the importance of dedication, precision, and unwavering commitment to honing one’s craft to achieve excellence.

In heartfelt gratitude to all those who have contributed to his journey, Aj extends his sincere appreciation to each individual, no matter how big or small their role, for their unwavering support, encouragement, and belief in his artistic vision. From mentors like Don Hill II and David Lee to the countless artists and venue owners in Tucson and Phoenix, each person has played a vital part in shaping Aj’s evolution as an artist and propelling him towards success.

AJ‘s sentiment is one of profound gratitude and humility, as he acknowledges the collective effort and support that have propelled him to this point in his artistic journey. With a spirit of gratitude and a heart full of appreciation, Aj looks forward to the future with anticipation, embracing all opportunities that lie ahead and remaining steadfast in his commitment to artistic growth and exploration.

As Aj’s melodic journey continues to unfold, he stands as a beacon of inspiration and creativity—a testament to the transformative power of passion, mentorship, and community in the world of music. With each note played and each song sung, Aj weaves together a symphony of resilience, dedication, and boundless creativity, leaving an indelible mark on the hearts and souls of all who have had the privilege to experience his artistry.

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Fatai Adeniyi Agoro (born – ), who is known professionally as Fatty Agoro or Uncle Fatty Agoro is a Nigerian music singer, song writer and an entrepreneur…

Early Life
Fatai Adeniyi Agoro better known as Fatty Agolo, grew up in modakeke in Osun state, Nigeria, he released his first album in 2002 titled merino system second album turaya logo 2007 other albums includes oro nla, eni nla, mama mi (my mother), ife mi (my love) etc .He has played with many musicians artists like S.A Abey & Yomi Akins etc.

Education
Fatty Agolo went to modakeke baptist school from 1961–1966 before he started his music carrier fully with one of his brother named ISHOLA FATUNMBI aka KERUKUSO who thought him how to play.

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Ekundina Segun Elvis (born 10th September, 1991), who is known professionally as FFONS (Freedom Fighter of Nigeria students) is a Nigerian Student Activist…

EARLY LIFE

FFONS who’s real name is Ekundina Segun Elvis was born 10th September, 1991 in Ayere to his parents Mr and Mrs Ekundina who are Christians in religion.

EDUCATION
FFONS attended Royal Group of School, Warri, Delta State, Ajoda High School, Ayetoro, Yewa North, Ogun State and later proceeded to Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta, Ogun State where he obtained his degree.

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Danny Page (born 21st January, 1972), who is known professionally as Danny Page, is an American singer and Songwriter who has played for so many bands in the US for more than 2 decades now.

EARLY LIFE
Danny Page is a seasoned musician with a passion for rock music that has fueled his creative journey for over three decades. With a musical career spanning 30 years, Danny has left his mark on the music scene through his involvement in various bands and projects.

Having been a part of bands such as Slowtruck, Deathtramental, Rose Fur Coat, and Sol Bound, Danny has performed at numerous iconic venues across the United States. From the legendary Viper Room on the Sunset Strip in Hollywood, California, to Fryer Tucks in San Bernardino, California, and the historic Rialto Theater in Tucson, Arizona, Danny has graced stages far and wide, leaving audiences captivated by his original rock compositions.

His musical pursuits have taken him to renowned recording studios, including Alicia Keys’ studio in New York, where he has produced and released several EPs, demos, and singles that showcase his songwriting prowess and musical talent. Danny’s dedication to his craft has also led him to engage with the media, with appearances on podcasts and radio stations from New York to Los Angeles, sharing his musical journey and experiences with a broader audience.

A true veteran of the music industry, Danny has both opened for established acts and headlined his own shows, honing his skills as a performer and entertainer. His entrepreneurial spirit has driven him to book his own tours, navigating the complexities of the music business with resilience and determination.

From his humble beginnings at the age of 13 to his current endeavors in forming a new band called Body in White, Danny Page continues to push the boundaries of his creativity, channeling his passion for rock music into a new and exciting chapter of his musical career. With a rich tapestry of experiences and achievements behind him, Danny remains a dedicated musician committed to sharing his art with the world.

Education
Danny Page attended Amphi Junior High School and Amphi High School, United States and later proceeded to Pima College all in the US.

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Lasse kurt Nielsen (born 9th October, 1972), who is known professionally as Lasse Myhre, is an Denmark solo singer and Songwriter from Amager, Copenhagen, Denmark.

Early Life

In the heart of 1972, a musical luminary was born, known to the world as Lascii but christened Lasse Myhre. From the vibrant echoes of his childhood in 1978, where kitchen pots and pans birthed rhythmic symphonies in collaboration with Argentine friends, to the moment his mother intervened, banishing the drumsticks but igniting an eternal flame of musical passion within him, Lascii’s journey to stardom began.

The year 1984 marked a pivotal turning point as Lascii’s fingers graced his father’s Old Yamaha organ, birthing his debut composition and setting the stage for a destiny intertwined with melody and magic. Guided by his sister’s boyfriend, Kelly, a maestro of pianos and synthesizers, Lascii discovered his true calling, a path illuminated by the enchanting fusion of sound and soul.

Empowered by a synthesizer gifted by his unwavering mother in 1986, Lascii embarked on a relentless pursuit of musical mastery, combing through music stores and immersing himself in piano lessons to refine his craft. By 1991, his modest homestudio stood as a testament to his dedication, a sanctuary where dreams took flight and melodies blossomed in symphonic splendor.

Under the tutelage of the illustrious Kim Larsen, the nocturnal sage of music, Lascii delved into the depths of creation, crafting melodies with coffee and cigarettes till the break of dawn. “You do it at night with coffee and cigarettes, till the sun comes up,” Larsen would often say, encapsulating the essence of their moonlit symphonies and the transformative power of music that bound their souls together.

As the late ’80s cast its spell, Lascii’s thirst for knowledge led him to Marietta Wandall’s evening school sessions in 1987-1988, where he delved deeper into the intricacies of music theory and composition, expanding his artistic horizons and honing his craft with each lesson.

With each keystroke and chord, Lascii’s musical prowess blossomed into a force to be reckoned with, a symphonic sensation who wove tales of sound and soul that resonated with audiences worldwide. From the kitchen rhythms of his youth to the starlit jam sessions with musical luminaries, Lascii’s journey is a testament to the enduring power of passion, perseverance, and the unwavering belief in the magic of music. As a maestro of the modern age, Lascii stands tall, his synthesizers as his sword and his melodies as his shield, captivating hearts and igniting a symphony of passion and wonder in all who are touched by his artistry. December 2024 Lasse Myhre established his own label UNIQMA RECORDS producing and releasing music for African music talent.

Lascii released his debute album under UNIQMA RECORDS "Dance with a Stranger " in the same year ( 2024 ). The same year 2024 together with 'Sophiasoniq' a female afro pop artist from Nigeria debute album "Amazing Tonight " contains 8 tracks. Lascii second album " When The Night Comes " will be out to all streaming platforms on 20th January 2025. Third album is also ready for release and will be out spring 2025. New artist like 6Choc a UK base female hip hop rapper and Kachiano a Nigeria base afro pop sensation will be added to Uniqma Records. Fourth album underway, Kachiano appears on second album's first track WAIT mixed and mastered by by an Australia base producer Marcel Holzer. Lasse Myhre popular known as Lascii since he started singing in 2002 he has composed over 70-80 songs.

Education
Lasse Myhre attended the following Schools, Ground school 1980-1989, Tecnical school 1990-1993, 1994 DSH music school, DARK musichool 1995-1998 all in the Demark.


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Wesley Groves (born 12th February, 1984), who is known professionally as Wes Paul, is an Addictions Counsellor from Victoria British Columbia, Canada…

Early Life

Wes Paul is an esteemed rapper hailing from Vancouver Island, BC, known for his captivating lyrical prowess and dynamic stage presence. Born on February 12, 1984, in Victoria, BC, Wes has been deeply passionate about music since his early years. From the age of 16, he began crafting infectious hooks for fellow artists, showcasing his innate talent for songwriting. By the time he reached 19, Wes Paul fearlessly took to the stage, engaging in local freestyle battles, solidifying his reputation as a skilled wordsmith.

With over a decade of invaluable experience in the music industry, Wes Paul’s journey extends far beyond his own artistry. Embracing his role as a multifaceted artist, he has ventured into the realms of promotion, management, and mentorship. Wes Paul takes great joy in supporting and guiding emerging talents who are navigating their way through the scene, ensuring the next generation receives the guidance they need to flourish.

Throughout his illustrious career, Wes Paul has shared the stage with an array of esteemed artists, earning recognition as a formidable force in the rap arena. Notable performances include opening for acclaimed acts such as Krayzie Bone, Madchild, Snak the Ripper, Merkules, Celph Titled & Apathy, Sweatshop Union, Dizzy Wright, Evil Ebenezer, Bender the Outlawz, Alpha Omega, Kung Fu Vampire, Nino Bless, and many more. These collaborations showcase his ability to captivate diverse audiences with his dynamic and engaging performances.

Wes Paul’s music reflects his unwavering dedication to the craft, as he fearlessly explores various themes and emotions through his lyrics. With an exceptional ability to connect with listeners on a profound level, his words resonate with authenticity and passion, leaving a lasting impact on those who experience his artistry.

Continuing to push boundaries and evolve as an artist, Wes Paul remains a prominent figure in the rap scene, consistently delivering powerful and thought-provoking music that resonates with audiences worldwide. His unwavering commitment to his craft, combined with his diverse skill set and electrifying stage presence, solidify his position as a true icon in the industry.

Wes Paul’s unwavering pursuit of musical excellence and his dedication to supporting emerging artists make him a true visionary and an influential figure in the rap community. With his exceptional talent, Wes Paul continues to leave an indelible mark on the world of music, leaving a legacy that will inspire generations to come.

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Barely three days after the Central Bank of Nigeria declared old N1,000, N500 and N200 notes as legal tender, Deposit Money Banks say they are beginning to run out of the old currencies.

The development led to severe hardship and pains for several bank customers seeking to withdraw funds on Wednesday.

The CBN had on Monday directed banks to pay out and accept the old notes from their customers.

This came after the President, Major General Muhammadu Buhari, said he did not stop the CBN and the Attorney General of the Federation Office from complying with the Supreme Court judgement ordering that old naira notes should remain legal tender till December 31, 2023.

However, commercial banks which began the disbursements of old N1,000, N500 and N200 notes to their customers on Tuesday told The PUNCH on Wednesday that had started running out of the old currencies.

This made several bank customers to become stranded in banking halls as well as in major cities and towns.

While some bank officials said their stocks of old notes were beginning to run low, others said they had exhausted the old currencies in their vaults.

This happened amid an acute shortage of new notes which led to long queues in banking halls and Automate Teller Machine galleries in several cities and towns.

The CBN which has kept mute on whether it will release more old notes into circulation, is reportedly opposed to the recirculation of the old currencies due to its determination to push the cashless policy initiative to a logical end

Multiple sources close to the CBN told one of correspondents on Wednesday that the apex bank might not release the old notes in its custody to banks anytime soon, arguing that doing so might be tantamount to reversing the “progress” it had achieved on the cashless initiative.

Also, a senior bank executive who spoke on condition of anonymity, said, “The CBN did not print enough new notes and does not want to return the old notes it has collected because it is still driving its cashless policy.”

Also, a top industry executive close to the CBN said the apex bank might not return the old notes to banks because it would reverse its cashless policy.

Also, a top industry executive close to the CBN said the apex bank might not return the old notes to banks because it would reverse its cashless policy.
The managing director of a tier-2 bank said the CBN had yet to officially communicate to banks on whether it would release old notes to them or not.

He said, ‘”We don’t know if the CBN has destroyed the old notes in its custody or not. As we speak, we don’t also know if it will release the old notes to banks again but the truth is banks don’t have much of these old notes in their vaults. Sadly, customers are not depositing much again.”

“Many of us are expecting the CBN to disburse the old notes before Saturday. However, we are concerned they may not do so to curtail vote-buying on Saturday.

Findings by The PUNCH on Wednesday revealed that several banks had run low on old notes amid a scarcity of new notes.

Several banks said on Wednesday their old notes stock had gone down.

An official of FCMB branch in Ikeja told The PUNCH its stock of old notes had been exhausted by 2pm.

“We exhausted our old notes by 2pm. Our head office has yet to give us any fresh supply because it does not have. We can only hope the CBN will supply soon,” he said.

Meanwhile, visits to the branches of the United Bank for Africa Plc, Heritage Bank and First Bank of Nigeria Limited in the Navy Town, Ojo and Alakija areas of Lagos State on Wednesday indicated that none of the banks had cash to dispense to their customers.

At the First Bank branch in Navy Town, officials said the centre could not determine when cash would be brought to the branch.

The Heritage Bank branch inside Mammy Market at Navy Town and the UBA at Alakija did not also dispense cash via over-the-counter and Automated Teller Machines.

Meanwhile, an accountant at a clearing and forwarding firm in Apapa, Lagos, O’leke Japhet, who resumed work on Tuesday after several days of working from home, said the situation was worrisome.

Findings showed the situation was the same in other cities. This made several customers to be stranded.

A First Bank official in the Akure branch, Ondo State, who spoke with The PUNCH on condition of anonymity, said the centre had run out of both the old and new notes.

He said, “Today, we paid N5,000 to each customer, yesterday, we paid N20,000; on Monday, we did N20,000. We have run out of both old and new notes now.

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Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Prof Mahmood Yakubu has declared the candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Bola Ahmed Tinubu as winner of the 2023 presidential election.

The INEC chair made the declaration on Wednesday at the National Collation Centre, Abuja.

Tinubu defeated 17 other candidates who took part in the election SUPERS.ng® learnt. He scored a total of 8,794,726 votes, the highest of all the candidates, thus meeting the first constitutional requirement to be declared the winner.

He also scored over 25 per cent of the votes cast in 30 states, more than the 25 states constitutionally required.

INEC Chairman Mahmood Yakubu, who announced the final results in the early hours of Wednesday in Abuja, said Atiku Abubakar of the PDP came second in the election.

Atiku polled a total of 6,984,520 votes in the election.

Peter Obi of the Labour Party came third in the election with a total of 6,101,533 votes while Rabiu Kwankwaso of the NNPP came fourth with 1,496,687 votes.

Only the top four candidates won the presidential election in at least one state. Each of Messrs Tinubu, Atiku and Obi won in 12 states while Mr Kwankwaso won only in Kano.

However, winning a majority of states is not a requirement for a candidate to be declared the winner of the election.

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Suspected thugs have snatched ballot boxes at Dagiri Polling Unit, Gwagwalada centre few hours before the voting deadline.

An eyewitness, simply identified as Cecelia, said the thugs, five in number, were unarmed but came wielding sticks and knives.

She noted that the attack was after a good number of persons in the area had voted.

She said, “I was standing here when Five guys with sticks and knives to destroy the ballot boxes and everybody ran away. They used sticks to hit the ballot boxes and left.”

Another resident said the thugs could carry out the attack because no security official was attached to the area.

The PUNCH reports that since the incident security patrol has increased in the area amidst heavy security presence.

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After a four-year wait, the D-day is here; Nigerians will troop out today to elect their leaders in a general election that promises so much. The highest office in the land, that of the President, is up for grabs after months of campaigns by 18 candidates of different political parties.

Eighteen candidates have thrown their hats in the ring, but pundits believe that the contest is between the candidates of the ruling All Progressives Party, Asiwaju Bola Tinubu; the main opposition Peoples Democratic Party, Atiku Abubakar, who is a former vice-president; and Labour Party, Peter Obi, a former governor of Anambra State.

For Tinubu and Atiku, the election represents perhaps their last hurrah. Both men are advanced in age – the former vice-president is 76-year-old, while Tinubu, who is popularly known as the ‘City Boy’ is 70. By the time the next election circle comes, they will be 80 and 74, respectively.

In a nation that is increasingly becoming conscious of the age and agility of its president, 2027 will come too late for the duo of Tinubu and Atiku. That throws up Obi, who at 61, carries the hope of the youth as someone they can easily relate to, and who has posed the greatest challenge to the status quo.

Though somehow overshadowed by the presidential contest, Saturday will also decide the fate of 1,101 candidates, who are vying for 109 senatorial seats, and 3,122 candidates for House of Representatives seats, making a total of 4,223 candidates contesting for 469 legislative positions.

“In terms of gender distribution, 3,875 candidates are male, made up of 35 for presidential and vice-presidential; 1,008 for Senate and 2,832 for House of Representatives. Similarly, 381 females comprising one for presidential, 92 for Senate, and 288 for House of Representatives are contesting. There are also 11 persons with disability in the race,” the Independent National Electoral Commission stated.

For Atiku, who served as former President Olusegun Obasanjo’s deputy between 1999 and 2007, this election makes it the sixth time that he will be aspiring for the top job. He lost in 1993, 2007, 2011, 2015 and 2019.

The 2023 presidential election is the first time that Tinubu will be gunning for the presidency. The former senator left office as a two-term governor of Lagos State in 2007 and is credited with leading the coalition that ousted the PDP from power in 2015 and has extended his influence beyond the South-West region in recent years.

Obi, on the other hand, served as governor of Anambra from March to November 2006, February to May 2007, and June 2007 to March 2014. In 2019, he became the PDP vice-presidential nominee running alongside Atiku. In 2022, Obi ran as a running mate under the PDP, but left for the LP in May 2022 to emerge as its presidential candidate.

Other presidential candidates are Dumebi Kachikwu of the African Democratic Congress; Rabiu Kwankwaso, New Nigeria People’s Party; Kola Abiola, People’s Redemption Party; Omoyele Sowore, Africa Action Congress; Adewole Adebayo, Social Democratic Party; Malik Ado-Ibrahim, Young Progressive Party; Prof Christopher Imumulen, Accord Party; Prof Peter Umeadi, All Progressives Grand Alliance; and Yusuf Mamman Dan Talle, Allied Peoples Movement.

The list also includes Hamza Al-Mustapha, Action Alliance; Sani Yusuf, Action Democratic Party; Nnnadi Osita, Action Peoples Party; Oluwafemi Adenuga, Boot Party; Osakwe Felix Johnson, National Rescue Movement; and Nwanyanwu Daniel Daberechukwu, Zenith Labour Party.

Dominant campaign issues

This year’s electioneering threw up many issues with observers saying it is perhaps the most discussed in the history of Nigeria. Never has social media played a prominent role in the electoral process than this year.

The youth have used social media to raise a lot of issues, market their preferred candidates, de-market others and harangue those who do not share their sentiments. For the first time in history, the youth have organised themselves into a movement for one of the candidates with the social media providing the platform for them. Whether this will translate into electoral victory or not will be known in the next few hours.

The issue of the health of the contestants also featured prominently in the campaigns with many expressing concern about the state of health and mind of the leading presidential candidates during the gruelling electioneering that took the gladiators to most states of the federation.

Closely related to that were the many gaffes of the candidates, leading party members and spokespersons, while verbal insults were a commonplace. Supporters of the various candidates were not left out as they took to the social media space to fight real and imaginary enemies.

The crisis that followed the naira redesign policy of the Federal Government as announced by the Central Bank of Nigeria caused much ruckus in the political landscape as it was alleged that it was targeted at preventing vote-buying by politicians, who had stockpiled billions of naira in old notes, which were declared no longer legal tender.

Protests followed the cash crunch that followed the withdrawal of the old N1,000, N500 and N200 notes before the latter was allowed to circulate till April 10. Many state governments also dragged the Federal Government before the Supreme Court over the crisis. The cases will only be decided after the presidential election.

The biting fuel scarcity in the nation since October last year was also capitalised on by political actors in their favour and against their opponents.

Parties express readiness

Speaking on what will be the immediate priority of Tinubu if wins the election, the Special Adviser on Media, Communications and Public Affairs to the APC Presidential Campaign Council, Mr Dele Alake, said, “I can tell you that in the next 100 days, he will reduce whatever tension is occasioned by the current challenges facing the country. Tinubu will usher in an era of peace, tranquillity, economic progress, prosperity, security and all those challenges that Nigerians are experiencing now will be resolved.

“The most important thing is the visionary leadership, knowledge and courage that Tinubu is noted for, which he will bring on board. These are critical attributes of progressive leadership. None of the other contestants have it. We all know Tinubu has the courage; he will push through hard policies and break all institutional and corporate barriers to achieve his goal for the greatest good.”

The Director of Strategic Communication, PDP Presidential Campaign Council, Chief Dele Momodu, said, “I am convinced that Atiku is the best candidate for Nigeria at this point in time. He has the structure needed to actualise his dream. It has taken him a long time to come this far, but I believe he is a man whose time has come.

“There is no apprehension whatsoever. I am convinced of his victory. Contrary to what some people are saying, it is going to be a landslide for Atiku. This is because he is the only pan-Nigeria candidate in the race.”

The chief spokesman for the LP Presidential Campaign Council, Yunusa Tanko, stated, “As far as we are concerned, we are determined to win this election by a landslide…we don’t think it will get to a run-off. We want to win the election in the first ballot. We have the number on our side and we strongly believe it will work for us.

“If our candidate wins, expect practical actions in the first 100 days after his swearing-in based on his seven-point agenda. In terms of security, you will see improvements. In the economy, I have shown you how we will encourage people to return to farming. Infrastructural development is there as well as cutting waste in government in alignment with the Stephen Oronsaye report. There will be employment opportunities and legal reform will be looked into. These are achievable and Obi and his running mate will hit the ground running once they are elected.”

On his part, the spokesman for the NNPP Presidential Campaign Council, Ladipo Johnson, said, “We are confident that our message has resonated with the people at the grass roots, and I will say we are quietly confident of victory at the polls. We believe the people of this country want a brighter and more rewarding future. They want access to good health, education, housing, infrastructure and proper security and they know that Kwankwaso is the man with the experience, capacity and competence to deliver on these things.

“Young people in this country want younger and more dynamic leaders that can lead us right in the next four to eight years. We have come out of the pandemic but we have not come out of its economic effects. We need someone that can think outside the box, someone who has the capacity and competence to rule and has the political will to challenge the business intent that women represent.”

Security personnel deployed

The various security agencies have given assurances of their readiness to ensure free and fair conduct of the poll, and warned troublemakers to stay away from polling units. The Nigeria Police Force, which is the primary agency responsible for election security, deployed 310,973 officers and men for the poll.

The Inspector-General of Police, Usman Baba, on Friday, directed the deployment of four Commissioners of Police in Delta State for the election.

The spokesman for the Delta State Police Command, Bright Edafe, said in a statement that the deployment was to ensure effective policing and adequate security during the exercise.

The statement said John Babangida would be in charge of Delta, Mamman Sanda would handle Delta North, Zachariah Fera would be in charge of Delta South, while Adebola Hamzat would take charge of Delta Central.

It said the police would work with sister agencies to provide adequate security at polling units, collation centres and INEC offices.

It further noted that marine police officers were deployed to secure the waterways to ensure free movement of voting materials, officials and the electorate.

Edafe restated the ban on vehicular movement between 12am and 6pm on Election Day, noting, “Only officials on emergency and essential duties will be allowed passage during this period. The ban on security escorts for politicians during the election still stands, (and) politicians are advised not to move with their security details on Election Day.” volunteers would not be allowed to play any role during the elections.

The IG had earlier ordered the deployment of three Commissioners of Police in Imo State.

The CPs deployed were Banji Ogunrinde in charge of Imo East Zone (Owerri zone), Chris Aimionowane, Imo West Zone( Orlu zone) and Alex Wannang, Imo North (Okigwe zone).

A statement issued by Imo police spokesperson, Henry Okoye, read, “In compliance with the IGP’s directives, three commissioners of police have been deployed in Imo State to provide watertight security before, during and after the 2023 elections; the officers have resumed duty and are strategising on the already existing security architecture in order to provide effective security before, during and after the elections in all nooks and crannies of the state.”

The Deputy Inspector-General of Police in charge of election monitoring, South-South zone, Moses Jituboh, said the police were adequately prepared for the presidential and National Assembly elections.

He stated that all policemen deployed for the polls would be neutral in the discharge of their constitutional duties while protecting lives and property.

Jituboh, who stated this while addressing men and officers of the Bayelsa State Police Command at the Police Officers’ Mess in Yenagoa on Friday, said the police remained an apolitical institution.

The DIG was accompanied by Assistant Inspector-General Amaechi Elumelu and Police Commissioner for Delta State, Mohammed Ari, who were both deployed in Bayelsa for election duty.

Jituboh said, “We are prepared for the elections. We have been gingered; we have been trained and we are ready. We have come, we have seen and we will conquer.

“The police force is apolitical; the police are not in any political party; the NPF is a national institution. So, our neutrality is to protect lives and property and to defend the constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria. We are neither here nor there, but we are straight.

“I am just coming from Port Harcourt, the preparation there is top. I was in Uyo, everything is in place; so Bayelsa State will not be different with the array of officers on the ground.”

He assured the officers and men of the command that the IG was already doing something positive about their welfare, and encouraged them to go about their duties professionally.

The Federal Road Safety Corps claimed to have deployed 21,000 of its personnel for the poll, while the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps put the number of its officers and men on election duty at 51,000.

Similarly, the Nigeria Immigration Service put on standby 21,640 personnel to man border posts and ensure that foreigners do not infiltrate the country during the period of the election, while the Nigeria Correctional Service deployed 11,336 to provide security cover for the various correctional centres

The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency and the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission had put 9,447 and 350 personnel on standby for election duty.

Soldiers were sighted in military vehicles and motorcycles in Lagos, Magboro and Abeokuta in Ogun State in apparent show of force.

Movement restriction

The police had earlier announced the restriction of both human and vehicular movement between midnight and 6pm today (Saturday).

The police said security aides attached to public office holders were not allowed to escort their principals to polling units

The restriction order also affects state-owned security outfits.

All land and sea borders as well as airports have been closed.

87.2 million voters

According to the INEC, a total of 87,209,007 voters out of the 93,469,008 registered voters, who have collected their Permanent Voter Cards, will determine the next set of leaders. Of the total eligible voters, 49,054,162 (52.5 per cent) are male. Female voters constitute 47.5 per cent, with 44,414,846.

Elections will be held in 176,606 polling units located in 8,809 registration areas or electoral wards in 774 local government areas nationwide. The commission, however, said voting would not take place in 240 polling units mainly because of insecurity or because communities there have been displaced by violence.

INEC says it will need 707,384 presiding and assistant presiding officers, 17,685 supervisory presiding officers, 9,620 returning officers and 530,538 security officials to oversee the elections.

Polling stations will be open for six hours, from 8.30am to 2.30pm. Voters who are still in the queue as of 2.30 pm will be allowed to go through and cast their ballots.

Over 200,000 Bimodal Voter Accreditation Systems are being deployed to verify voter identity through fingerprint or facial recognition to help combat fraud, corruption and tallying errors.

To be declared winner of the presidential election, a candidate must have obtained the highest number of votes and must also poll at least 25 per cent of the ballots in at least two-third of the 36 states and Abuja. If none of the candidates meets the requirements, there will be a run-off between the two top candidates within 21 days.

‘Fake’ audio clip

Meanwhile, Atiku on Friday described as “utter rubbish” an audio clip circulating in social media wherein he alongside his running mate, Ifeanyi Okowa, and the Sokoto State Governor, Aminu Tambuwal, allegedly hatched plans to scuttle the election.

In a statement issued by his Special Assistant on Public Communication, Mr Phrank Shaibu, the former vice-president said the clip confirmed his alarm that the ruling party would take propaganda to new heights a few hours to balloting.

The statement read in part, “We warned last week that as the election approaches, there would be a spike in the rate of propaganda on social media. With barely 24 hours to the poll, we have witnessed propaganda from not just the All Progressives Congress, but the Labour Party as well.

“In this latest drivel, a montage of speeches delivered by Atiku, Tambuwal and Okowa since last year were manipulated and pieced together to give an impression that they were discussing plans to rig Saturday’s election. In this age of artificial intelligence technology, even dead people can be portrayed as delivering speeches. This is nothing new!

“For the record, Atiku has run in two presidential elections and has never been indicted or prosecuted for election violence or vote-buying.

“But some people think they can sell a narrative of Atiku manipulating this election. This is indeed the height of desperation, the last kick of a dying horse. The APC and the Labour Party must note that elections are not won on social media but at the polling units.”

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The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission on Friday intercepted the sum of N32,400 million allegedly suspected to be used for vote buying in Lagos State.

The spokesperson for the EFCC, Wilson Uwujaren, in a statement, revealed that the recovery was made by operatives of the Lagos zonal command of the commission

He noted that the suspect involved has been taken into custody for further questioning.

The PUNCH reports that the EFCC Chairman, Abdulrasheed Bawa, has implored all personnel of the commission deployed for election monitoring duties to show courage and not give room for unscrupulous persons to undermine the integrity of the elections through financial inducement.

Uwujaren added, “Tactical teams of operatives are currently on the ground in all the states of the federation and the FCT.

“Telephone hotlines have already been circulated through social media for members of the public to share information regarding financial malpractices with agents of the commission. Details of the number are available on EFCC’s social media platforms.

“Members of the public are encouraged to report anyone trying to buy or sell votes by making use of the EFCC financial crimes reporting App, Eagle Eye, which is available for download on the Google Play or Apple store.

“They can also reach the commission through our social media handle, @officialefcc or by email, info@efcc.gov.ng.”

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Ahead of Saturday’s presidential and National Assembly elections, the Independent National Electoral Commission on Wednesday commenced the distribution of sensitive materials in states including Lagos, Benue, Ondo, Ekiti and Osun.

Also, as part of the preparations for the polls, the President, Major General Muhammadu Buhari (retd.), on Wednesday met with security chiefs at the Presidential Villa, Abuja, where he said INEC had no excuse not to conduct successful polls.

In no fewer than nine states, the electoral commission stepped up preparations through the distribution of sensitive materials to local government areas.

In Ado-Ekiti, the Ekiti State capital, the Resident National Electoral Commissioner, Prof. Ayobami Salami, at 10am, met with security agencies and officials of the commission before the distribution of the materials to local government areas.

Salami, who spoke at the Central Bank of Nigeria, Ado Ekiti branch, venue of the distribution, said early distribution of the materials “is an indication that INEC has put everything in place and we are not leaving everything till the last minute.

“We are to assure Nigerians that we are fully ready for the elections and the materials are ready on time and being distributed on time and will get to locations on time and elections will hold on schedule.

“I can assure you, as you can see, that all our electoral officers in all the local governments are here with their vehicles to convey the materials to the various local government areas. That is an indication that logistics issues have been resolved. We have the money that we need to conduct this election and we have the fuel for the vehicles that will be used,” he said.

The exercise also commenced in Ondo State, where our correspondent observed on Wednesday that the sensitive materials were moved from the Akure branch of the CBN to the headquarters of each of the 18 local government areas of the state in the company of heavily armed security agents.

Commenting on the development, the Acting Resident Electoral Commissioner, Mr Oyekola Oyelami, stated that the process was smooth while proper arrangements were made to ensure that the materials get to the council areas.

The exercise was carried out in Lagos under the heavy presence of security agencies at the CBN headquarters, Marina, Lagos.

The Lagos State Resident Electoral Commissioner, Mr Olusegun Agbaje, told journalists at the CBN office in Marina that all the materials would be distributed on Wednesday to the LGAs where the electoral officers from each council would do the final distributions on the election day.

The Resident Electoral Commissioner, Benue State, Sam Egwu, took delivery of sensitive materials from the CBN branch in Makurdi.

The spokesman for the commission in Benue State, Terkaa Andyar, said the commission would send the materials to the local government areas on Thursday.

“It is late now; so what the commission decided is that we are dispatching the materials to local governments that are close by while others who are far away will receive their materials tomorrow (today),’’ he explained.

INEC began dispatching election materials and the Bimodal Voter Accreditation System to the 18 LGAS in Cross Rivers State on Wednesday.

Our correspondent observed the equipment being loaded into trucks at the INEC state headquarters in Calabar on Wednesday.

The deployment was witnessed by the representatives of political parties and security officials.

Before the materials were distributed, the Resident Electoral Commissioner, Prof Gabriel Yomere, said “no big man would be allowed to come out on election day with his orderly.”

The distribution of electoral materials to the 13 council areas in Nasarawa State has also commenced.

Speaking with journalists on Wednesday after inspecting the materials at the CBN, Lafia branch, the Resident Electoral Commissioner in the state, Uthman Ajidagba, said the commission was ready to conduct a free, fair and credible election.

He disclosed that the ballot papers, result sheets and BVAS machines would be distributed to the 3,245 polling units across the state.

Our correspondent reports that security operatives, officials of various political parties and candidates witnessed the distribution of the materials.

Sokoto office

The INEC office in Sokoto State office confirmed that it received 3,999 BVAS machines alongside other sensitive materials for onward distribution to all the local government headquarters in the state.

Briefing newsmen at the CBN office in the state on Wednesday, the Resident Electoral Commissioner for the state, Dr Nura Ali, said all the sensitive materials were in the custody of the commission in the state.

He said the commission had distributed the non-insensitive materials to the 23 LGAs across the state, noting that the commission was fully ready for the conduct of the general election.

He stated, “We have been having a day-to-day engagement with all the security agencies in the state and they have all assured us of maximum protection throughout the period of the election.

“I want to use this opportunity to assure our people in Sokoto State that INEC is ready to conduct free, fair and credible elections in this state.”

As part of the preparation for the polls, the Resident Electoral Commissioner in Ogun State, Mr Niyi Ijalaye, in Abeokuta on Wednesday, held a meeting with the heads of security agencies led by the Commissioner of Police in the state, Frank Mba.

He warned that the use of mobile phones remained banned at polling units, noting that voters would not be allowed to make calls or take pictures with their phones while casting their votes.

Ijalaye gave the warning in Abeokuta while addressing journalists shortly after the meeting.

In Katsina, security was beefed up around the state secretariat of INEC ahead of the poll.

The Head of Voter Education and Publicity, INEC, Sheu Sa’idu, explained that the items would be transferred to all the 34 LGAs on Thursday (today).

In the same wise, the Enugu State Commissioner of Police, Ahmed Ammani, has ordered the maximum deployment of all policing resources to ensure peaceful conduct of Saturday’s presidential and National Assembly elections in the state.

Ammani, who gave the order on Wednesday, during the last-minute security review and strategy meeting with his management team and commanders of the tactical/ operational teams at the police headquarters, warned that lapses in any form would not be tolerated.

A statement by the Enugu State Command’s spokesperson, Daniel Ndukwe, said that the meeting was aimed at putting finishing touches to the strategies being put in place for the maintenance of law and order during the election period.

INEC ready

In Osun State, the distribution which took place in the premises of the CBN, Osogbo branch, was witnessed by the representatives of the parties, security agents, journalists and INEC officials.

Before the distribution commenced, there was however a drama, as operatives of the Department of State Service, stationed at the entrance to the bank, prevented journalists and other people that were to observe the distribution from entering the premises.

The security operatives had claimed that the management of the CBN Osogbo branch, had instructed that they should not allow anyone into the premises.

But INEC Resident Electoral Commissioner, Dr Mutiu Agboke, insisted that journalists and party representatives should be allowed into the premises.

Speaking after journalists had been allowed into the premises to witness the distribution, Agboke said the commission was ready for the polls.

Meanwhile, at the meeting with security chiefs and the INEC chairman, Mahmood Yakubu, the President said they had no excuse in ensuring the success of the elections.

The PUNCH gathered that the unscheduled meeting was at the instance of the INEC chairman, who explained that it was all part of efforts towards free, fair and credible elections.

Earlier, Buhari, while explaining the reason for his late arrival for the commissioning and handover of security equipment, valued at over N12bn to the military and Nigeria Police Force by the Coalition Against Covid-19, revealed that he had to stay back for a while to meet with Yakubu.

The President told the CACOVID-19 group that his five-minute delay was due to an ongoing engagement with the INEC Chairman.

However, he reminded the team that the meeting was for the successful conduct of elections.

No excuse

Buhari said, “I’m being grounded by INEC. You know next Saturday is a great day for us and I take instructions from INEC so that I make sure there’ll be no excuses for a successful election conduct.,” he stressed.

In a related development, the security council has expressed satisfaction with the level of security nationwide, stating that ‘’there is no going back” on the February 25 and March 11 election dates.

Malami disclosed this to State House Correspondents after the council’s maiden meeting for 2023 chaired by the President at the Aso Rock Villa, Abuja, on Wednesday.

The declaration, it was gathered, was meant to allay simmering concerns that the Federal Government may postpone the elections amidst the new naira crisis.

The crisis caused by the scarcity of naira notes and fuel had sparked speculations and anxiety that the Federal Government was planning to shift the election dates, a claim the Presidency has repeatedly denied.

Addressing journalists on Wednesday, the AGF said the Federal Government has made enough preparations ahead of Saturday’s election.

He said the members expressed satisfaction with the current security situation and resolved that the elections must hold as planned.

According to Malami, the council members were briefed by the Chief of Defence Staff, the Army, Navy and Air Force chiefs, and heads of other security agencies about their readiness to provide the necessary security cover for the election.

The AGF also noted that the security council meeting was a follow-up to earlier meetings by the Federal Executive Council and the Council of State to ascertain the readiness of the INEC and the police for the polls.

He stated, “At the National Security Council meeting, briefings were made by security agencies generally and service chiefs. National Security Adviser made a submission; the Chief of Defense Staff made one; the Chief of Army Staff made a submission; the Chief of Naval Staff made a submission, the Chief of Air Staff did; the Inspector-General of Police, who incidentally is equally addressing you, made a submission; Director-General, State Security Service did; and indeed DG NIA and CDI all made submissions.

“The summary and conclusion of all submissions were to the effect that the system is wholeheartedly ready for the conduct of the election and arising therefrom, the position of the government, the position of the President is to the effect that the election is holding on February 25, 2023, and Mr President and the National Security Council are happy with the preparations on the ground and wholehearted arrangements are put in place in that direction.”

Malami added that there is no going back on the planned elections.

“So we have been mandated, arising from the conclusions of the security council meetings to now brief you accordingly, but the summary of it, the conclusion of it, the resolution of the Council, is to the effect that the elections are holding and there is no going back about it”, Malami said.

The Inspector-General of Police, Usman Baba, who also briefed journalists revealed that the President has directed all security agencies to ensure a safe electoral exercise for Nigerians and officials of INEC.

“As for specific instructions, yes we have specific instructions. The specific instruction is that we must ensure that Nigerians are allowed to come out and exercise their franchise or vote for the leaders of their choice and for that we must create a conducive environment or atmosphere for Nigerians to exercise their rights.

“We must also provide protection for INEC materials and officials to do their work. We must ensure that before, during and after the election, whatever fallback it is, we do not have people who will take the laws their hands and if there are any, we should be able to check within the quickest possible means to ensure that it does not snowball into a bigger crisis”, Baba revealed.

Fielding a question about an allegation against governors inciting violence over the new naira crisis, Baba said the force cannot prosecute them but can only dish out cautions.

“We are investigating whoever does anything that can be investigated. But for him to be prosecuted, there are people who have immunity. I think that is some of the reasons, but that will not stop us from cautioning or warning them and from advising them and we are doing so,” Baba said.

He explained that the presence of military personnel on the streets of Lagos and Abeokuta after the naira shortage riots in Ogun State was a joint operation to stabilise the internal security order before the election.

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The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, on Wednesday, got the order of the Federal High Court, sitting in Lagos to temporarily seize 14 properties and firms in Lagos, Abuja, and the United Arab Emirates linked to alleged fraud by some Kogi State government officials.

But the Kogi State government, in a statement on Wednesday by its Commissioner for Information and Communications, Kingsley  Fanwo, described the development as a campaign of calumny against the state by the Chairman of the EFCC, Abdulrasheed Bawa.

Following an ex parte application argued by the EFCC counsel, Rotimi Oyedepo, SAN, Justice Nicholas Oweibo ordered that the  the properties be temporarily forfeited.

The judge, in addition, authorised the EFCC to confiscate N400m allegedly recovered from one Aminu Falala in connection with the alleged fraud.

Oyedepo told Justice Oweibo that the application followed EFCC’s probe of “damning intelligence of monumental fraud allegedly perpetrated by some principal officers of Kogi State Government and their cronies.”

He alleged that through the fraud “huge sums of money belonging to the Kogi State Government were fraudulently converted and used to either outright acquire properties or renovate already existing but dilapidated buildings.”

According to the lawyer, the properties were reasonably suspected to have been derived from unlawful activities.

He added that there was reasonable suspicion that the N400m was  “intended to be used for the acquisition of Plot No. 1224 Bishop Oluwole Street, Victoria Island, Lagos.”

The 14 properties affected included “Hotel Apartment Community: Burj Khalifa, Plot 160 Municipality NO 345-7562, Sky View Building No 1, Property No 401, Floor 4, Dubai U.A.E.”

After granting the interim order, the judge directed the EFCC to publish it in a national newspaper within 14 days for any interested party to show cause why the forfeiture order should not be made permanent.

The case was adjourned till March 28, for a report on compliance with the order.

But the Kogi State government, in a statement, asked Nigerians to “ignore EFCC’s forfeiture joke as desperate concoction of confused ‘unintelligent officials’.”

Fanwo said, “It is clear the EFCC has declared a tactless open war against the Kogi State Government, owing mainly to the governor’s unflinching loyalty to the All Progressives Congress and not individuals. We will prove our innocence in court. It is a matter of time.

“We advise the public to ignore Bawa’s EFFC’s latest naked dance in the market square as the desperate last kicks of a dying horse.”

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In today’s age of social media and constant sharing, it’s easy to feel like we need to share every aspect of our lives with the world.

But the truth is, there are some things that should be kept private if you want to succeed.

Here are some very important things you must learn to keep private if you want to succeed 

1. Your goals and plans

Sharing your goals and plans with others can be a good way to stay accountable and motivated, but it can also leave you vulnerable to criticism, doubt, and even sabotage. It’s best to keep your goals and plans to yourself or only share them with trusted individuals who can offer support and encouragement.

2. Your finances

Your finances are your personal business, and sharing too much information about them can lead to unwanted attention, scams, or even theft. Keep your financial information private and secure, and only share it with professionals who can help you manage your finances.

3. Your personal relationships

While it’s important to have a support system, sharing too much information about your personal relationships can be risky. It can lead to unwanted drama, gossip, and even damage your reputation. Keep your personal relationships private, and only share what you’re comfortable with.

4. Your health issues

Health issues can be sensitive and personal, and sharing too much information about them can lead to discrimination or even unwanted attention. It’s best to keep your health issues private and only share what’s necessary with your healthcare providers.

5. Your intellectual property

If you’re working on a creative project or have a new business idea, it’s important to keep it private until it’s ready to be shared with the world. Sharing too much information too soon can lead to theft, copycats, or even sabotage.

6. Charity and donations

These acts should come from the heart and should be done to genuinely help others, not to put you in a good light.

Making this knowledge public will make it look like you’re bragging about your generosity. Don’t do it.

In conclusion, it’s important to remember that not everything needs to be shared with the world. Keeping certain things private can help protect your privacy, your reputation, and your success.

Think carefully about what you share and with whom, and always prioritize your own needs and goals.

Hope we’ve been able to help

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A former President of the United States of America, Barrack Obama, has urged Nigerians to reject the voices of those calling for violence as the country heads to the polls to elect its next president.

In a video message posted on his social media handles, Obama said for elections to be credible, they must be free, fair and peaceful.

The former US president said all Nigerians must be able to cast their votes without intimidation or fear. He called on the candidates vying for the country’s highest office to make it abundantly clear to their supporters that violence has no place in democratic elections.

He said, “Today I want to speak directly to you, the people of Nigeria. Nigeria is a great nation, and you can be proud of the progress you have made. Together, you won your independence, emerged from military rule and strengthened democratic institutions.

“Now you have a historic opportunity to help write the next chapter of Nigeria’s progress by voting in the upcoming elections.”

Obama further stated that when elections are free and fair, it is the place of all citizens, regardless of who emerges victorious, to help keep the peace.

On Saturday, February 25, the electorate in Africa’s most populous nation will head to the polls to decide the country’s next president, with the second four-year term of Major Gen Muhammadu Buhari (retd) set to expire by May 29.

18 political parties will vie for the country’s top job, even though the election is largely considered a three-horse race between Bola Tinubu of the ruling All Progressives Congress, Atiku Abubakar of the Peoples Democratic Party and Peter Obi of the Labour Party.

Ahead of Saturday’s election, the candidates on Wednesday committed to ensuring a peaceful exercise by signing a peace accord in Abuja, the nation’s capital.

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