Fémi Adéola
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Recent allegations from political opponent Atiku Abubakar against President Bola Tinubu and his son Seyi Tinubu have prompted a robust response from the presidency. Accusing Tinubu of conflict of interest regarding the Lagos-Calabar coastal highway construction project, Atiku highlighted business ties between Tinubu and Gilbert Chagoury, the owner of construction company Hitech Construction Company.
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The discreet landing of Bola Tinubu in France has sparked numerous questions. While the Nigerian presidency remains silent regarding his whereabouts since the closure of the World Economic Forum in Saudi Arabia, speculation abounds about the motivations behind this trip.
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In an announcement that has sparked waves of debate and concern, a senior minister in the United Kingdom revealed on Tuesday that the country intends to deport nearly 6,000 migrants to Rwanda during the current year. This decision comes shortly after the British government outlined a new deportation plan aimed at deterring arrivals of migrants…
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Donald Trump, the former President of the United States, has been fined $9,000 for contempt of court during his trial in New York. This decision was made by Judge Juan Merchan, who found that Trump had violated his prohibition against targeting witnesses and jurors.
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The Afrobeat music scene has been thrown into turmoil since renowned artist Ayodeji Balogun, better known as Wizkid, sparked a storm on the microblogging site X.com. In an incendiary tweet, Wizkid targeted two iconic figures in the Nigerian music industry: Davido and Mavin Records boss Michael Ajereh, better known as Don Jazzy.
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In a recent report, China has eclipsed the United States as the most influential global power in Africa, marking a significant turning point in the geopolitical landscape of the region. This remarkable rise of China is accompanied by a notable increase in its popularity, rising from 52% in 2022 to 58% in 2023, while the…
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Since announcing his candidacy for the presidency of the United States and throughout his political career, Joe Biden has often shared intimate elements of his personal life. Recently, in an interview with Howard Stern, he opened up about a dark period in his past: the tragic loss of his first wife, Neilia, and their daughter…
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The legal saga of singer R. Kelly has taken another turn with an unequivocal decision from a federal appeals court in Chicago. Justly sentenced to 20 years in prison for charges involving minors, Kelly sees his hopes of freedom further dwindling.
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The Nigerian nation mourns today the passing of former deputy Sidi Ali, which occurred Thursday evening at the age of 86 in the state of Kano. A distinguished statesman and seasoned journalist, he dedicated his life to serving the nation, particularly in the field of public information.
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President Bola Tinubu is heading to Riyadh, the Saudi capital, to participate in the 2024 Special World Economic Forum on Global Collaboration, Growth, and Energy for Development. This visit marks an important milestone in his busy international agenda, showcasing his commitment to global cooperation and economic development.