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Vice President Kashim Shettima has disclosed that President Bola Tinubu’s “compassionate grounds” approach drove the decision to grant freedom to the #EndBadGovernance protesters despite clear evidence of unlawful actions, including video footage posted. Source link

The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has urgently called on the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) to immediately release former Governor Ifeanyi Okowa of Delta State. The party expressed concern over the circumstances surrounding Okowa’s detention, asserting that it undermines democratic principles and the rule of law. PDP officials emphasized that the former governor’s rights must be respected and that any allegations should be handled transparently and fairly. The party’s Deputy National Deputy Youth Leader, Timothy Osadolor, made the call at a news conference on Tuesday in Abuja. Operatives of the anti-graft agency had confirmed the arrest of Okowa, the…

The airstrip is expected to streamline travel for worshippers and guests, particularly during large-scale events such as Shiloh, the church’s annual convention. “Our members can now land and park their aircraft at Canaanland, enabling easier access for worshippers and guests from across the country and beyond,” Bishop Oyedepo remarked. Meanwhile, the Forum of Security Experts (FOSE) has voiced its support for Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, regarding his decision to allocate private airstrips to prominent individuals and organisations, notably Bishop David Oyedepo’s Living Faith Church. Refuting these legislative concerns, Keyamo clarified that the House of Representatives had…

An avoidant partner wants to feel close but not too close to their partner. They are more likely to quickly feel smothered in a relationship and push their significant other away whenever they need space. While this can create instability and reduce emotional intimacy, the irony is that avoidants attract anxious partners who tend to not know when to draw boundaries and protect themselves from the inconsistencies. Anxious partners, until they heal and become securely attached, are stuck in the anxious-avoidant trap. They fear abandonment and will stay in an emotionally unhealthy dynamic even if they want to leave while…

Former goalkeeper Alex Manninger has praised David De Gea for maintaining his competitive edge. Recall the Spanish goal tender departed from Manchester United two years ago, and had to remain without a club for over a year. Now playing for Fiorentina in Serie A, De Gea has impressed with his performances, including four clean sheets in eight matches. Manninger, who has experience with clubs such as Arsenal, Fiorentina, and Juventus, discussed De Gea’s impact on RadioFirenzeViola. David de Gea – Getty image He said, “He’s an experienced keeper. He took a sabbatical, and it worked well. “He still has the…

Key provisions in the bill include VAT hikes, beginning with a rise from 7.5% to 10% in 2025 and potentially reaching 15% by 2030. Over 1,000 civil society groups are set to convene a strategic town hall meeting in Abuja on December 1, 2024, to dissect and debate the Nigeria Tax Bill 2024. This coalition, under the banner of the Situation Room, aims to facilitate dialogue between scholars, policymakers, and stakeholders amid growing national concerns. The bill, formally titled “An Act to Repeal Certain Acts on Taxation and Consolidate Legal Frameworks Relating to Taxation,” seeks to revamp Nigeria’s fiscal landscape…

These are the top Nigerian TikTok creators according to Heepsy, an online platform that shows the follower count, engagement rate, and audience quality of top influencers for marketing campaigns. 1. Crispdal This dancer has built quite a following on Instagram because of his impressive dance moves and collaborations with other TikTok artists. Crispdal has an impressive follower count of 10.8 million followers and averages 147,000 to millions of likes per post. 2. Sydney Talker Sydney Talker is an online comedian known for his abrasive jokes and costumes. He’s one of Nigeria’s top TikTok users, with 6.1 million followers, a high…

Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Chairman, Prof. Mahmood Yakubu has reiterated the commission’s readiness to conduct a free and fair Nov. 16 governorship election in Ondo State. Yakubu made this known during his readiness assessment visit to INEC Local Government Area (LGA) offices on Tuesday in the state. The INEC chairman, who physically visited some of the commission’s local government area offices, said that all the non-sensitive materials were already at the LG offices. “In terms of the level of preparation so far, I am really impressed by what the state and local government offices have achieved. “What remains is…

Taofiq Adebayo, Director of Public Affairs and Enlightenment Department, LASTMA, confirmed this in a statement made available to the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) in Lagos. “LASTMA has been made aware of a distressing video showing the driver of a Volkswagen T4 commercial bus, licence plate LSD 355 CK, setting both his vehicle and LASTMA officer ablaze in a brazen attempt to evade arrest. “This shocking event transpired today (Tuesday), November 5, when the driver resisted arrest with extreme aggression by LASTMA officials. “The vehicle had been intercepted for violating traffic regulations in the Cele inward Mile 2 area,” he…

But even though microwaves are incredibly helpful, they’re not the perfect solution for heating everything. In fact, microwaving certain foods can actually be dangerous or harmful to your health. Some foods change in a way that makes them unsafe to eat, while others can create a messy or even explosive situation in your kitchen. Let’s look at five foods you should never microwave and why. 1. Hard-boiled eggs Hard-boiled eggs are a surprising food you should never microwave. When you try to reheat a hard-boiled egg in its shell, pressure builds up inside the egg. The steam has nowhere to…