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February 8, 2024 Tinubu, Obi, Others Hail Impressive Eagles

Tinubu, Obi, Others Hail Impressive Eagles

President Bola Tinubu has congratulated the Super Eagles, following their victory over South Africa’s Bafana Bafana in yesterday’s match.

Reacting to the hard-fought victory, President Tinubu, on his verified X handle, eulogized the Super Eagles for their achievement and charged them to go on to achieve victory at the final of the tournament.

Nigeria holds the record for the highest number of appearances at the AFCON semi-finals, having played 15 times.

Meanwhile, Vice President Kashim Shettima who was at the Stade de la Paix in Bouaké, Côte d’Ivoire, to cheer the team has also hailed the players saying their performance throughout the tournament has been marked by exceptional talent, determination, and resilience, captivating the hearts of fans nationwide.

He said the support of the citizens shows that the nation stands united and eager to witness them etch their names in football history.

Callers on our breakfast talk show, The Big Story expressed delight at the victory and emphasized the importance of sports to Nigeria’s unity.

February 7, 2024 Adebutu Arraigned Over Vote-Buying Allegation, Others

Adebutu Arraigned Over Vote-Buying Allegation, Others

The governorship candidate of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) in Ogun State, Ladi Adebutu, has appeared before an Ogun State High Court sitting in Abeokuta over a vote-buying allegation during the March 18 governorship exercise.

He was charged with a seven-count charge bordering on vote-buying and other offences before the presiding judge, Justice Abiodun Akinremi.

He has, however, pleaded not guilty to all charges proffered against him.

Adebutu was accused of criminal inducement during the poll by security agents alongside other members of his party.

The PDP candidate was alleged to have ordered the issuance of 200,000 preloaded ATM Verve cards with N10,000 through his bank. He distributed the same on election day across the state with the criminal intention of inducing voters in the state.

He and six other suspects were later charged in court by the police.

February 7, 2024 Nigeria Was On The Road To Economic Disaster Before May 29 – Edun

Nigeria Was On The Road To Economic Disaster Before May 29 – Edun

The Minister of Finance and Co-ordinating Minister of the Economy, Wale Edun, has said he believes the country is on the path to recovery, saying Nigeria was heading to economic disaster before President Bola Tinubu assumed office in May 2023.

Edun disclosed this when he appeared before the House of Representatives on the second edition of its sectorial debates and dialogue as part of its periodic policy brief series.

Key financial sector stakeholders include the Minister of Budget and Planning, Atiku Bagudu; the Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria, Olayemi Cardoso; and the Chairman of the Federal Inland Revenue, FIRS, Zacch Adedeji.

Edun hinted at the wasteful and unsustainable way the country’s economy was run before the current administration.

The finance minister assured Nigerians of the president’s resolve to improve the state of the economy, even as he acknowledged the challenges that Nigerians are going through.

In his remarks, the CBN governor addressed the rising cost of living.

February 7, 2024 Tinubu Returns To Abuja After Private Visit To Paris

Tinubu Returns To Abuja After Private Visit To Paris

President Bola Tinubu has returned to Nigeria after a two-week private visit to France.

The presidential jet, NAF 001, touched down at the Presidential Wing of the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport in Abuja at about 9 pm.

The President was received by top government officials, including his Chief of Staff, Femi Gbajabiamila; Secretary to the Government of the Federation, George Akume; National Security Adviser, Nuhu Ribadu; and the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike.

The trip was Tinubu’s third to France and his 14th foreign visit since he assumed office eight months ago.

The president returns amid protests in some states over the rising cost of living and food prices.

The country witnessed demonstrations in Niger and Kano states on the high cost of living in the country.

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