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Temitope Ajayi, the Senior Special Assistant on Media and Publicity to President Bola Tinubu, recently compared Labour Party’s 2023 presidential candidate, Peter Obi, to former US President Donald Trump. In a post on X.com, Ajayi stated that both figures use harsh language to critique the nations they seek to lead. His comments followed the US presidential debate between Trump and Vice President Kamala Harris, where Ajayi praised Harris for her debate performance, noting she skillfully exploited Trump’s weaknesses. He also pointed out that while Harris made only one incorrect claim, Trump was fact-checked for 33 false statements during the 90-minute…

Sony has officially unveiled the PlayStation 5 Pro. However, the price has left many gamers puzzled. Priced at $699.99 in the US, £699.99 in the UK, €799.99 in Europe, and ¥119,980 in Japan, the cost has sparked reactions across the gaming community. The console package includes a 2TB SSD, a DualSense wireless controller, and a copy of Astro’s Playroom. According to PlayStation’s blog, the PS5 Pro is designed for players and creators seeking better graphics and smoother frame rates at 60FPS. It boasts several enhancements, including a GPU with 67% more Compute Units and 28% faster memory than the original…

The Court of Appeal in Abuja has confirmed Olumide Akpata as the Labour Party’s governorship candidate for the upcoming election in Edo State. This follows a previous ruling in June by the Federal High Court, which dismissed a suit challenging Akpata’s nomination. The court, led by Justice James Omotosho, supported the argument that the plaintiffs lacked the legal standing to file the suit, thereby affirming Akpata’s candidacy for the September 21 election. Get instant and latest news updates via Our WhatsApp Community or Google News online channel.

In the recent presidential debate, Vice President Kamala Harris took an aggressive stance against Republican candidate Donald Trump, focusing on key issues such as abortion rights, Trump’s legal challenges, and his leadership record. Harris effectively put Trump on the defensive, prompting heated exchanges on topics ranging from healthcare to foreign policy. Trump’s responses included several false claims, notably about immigration and the economy, while Harris challenged his past actions, particularly on race and his criminal convictions. As the debate proceeded, Harris sought to highlight her support for abortion rights, contrasting Trump’s stance, while Trump pushed back, accusing Harris of misleading…

Nigerian comedian and entertainment figure, Gbenga Adeyinka, has shared his thoughts on President Bola Tinubu’s administration during a podcast with TheCable. Adeyinka, a card-carrying member of the All Progressives Congress (APC), expressed that Tinubu’s capacity and experience make him the best person to address Nigeria’s challenges. He emphasized that if Tinubu, given his track record and knowledge, cannot set the country on the right path, then Nigeria would be in serious trouble. Adeyinka noted that, while some policies under Tinubu’s leadership have affected him and many Nigerians, such as the removal of the fuel subsidy, he supports it due to…

Nigeria’s Finance Minister and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Wale Edun, announced that the country’s first-ever foreign-currency domestic bond has secured $900 million in subscriptions, surpassing its initial target. This oversubscription highlights investor confidence in Nigeria’s economic stability and growth potential. The $500 million domestic FGN US Dollar Bond, which carries a 9.75% coupon and a five-year maturity, is part of a larger $2 billion bond program approved by President Bola Tinubu. The structure of the bond allows for oversubscriptions, with the government able to absorb up to the program’s full $2 billion limit. The Director-General of the Debt Management…

The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) in Kano State has reported that 20 chairmanship aspirants tested positive for multiple drugs during the screening process ahead of the local government elections. These candidates, all from the ruling NNPP party, were found to have consumed substances like opioids, cannabis, benzodiazepines, and nicotine. According to NDLEA Commander Abubakar Idris Ahmad, no female candidates have tested positive yet, but the screening is still ongoing, with more aspirants expected to undergo testing before the Kano State Independent Electoral Commission (KANSIEC) completes the verification process. The elections, scheduled for October 26, 2024, will see 44…

Global superstar Taylor Swift has officially endorsed Kamala Harris for President of the United States. Breaking her silence on the 2024 election, Swift expressed her support for Harris, calling her a “steady-handed, gifted leader” in an Instagram post on Tuesday. The announcement followed the first televised presidential debate, which the singer said she watched closely. “I will be casting my vote for Kamala Harris and Tim Walz in the 2024 Presidential Election,” Swift shared. She praised Harris for fighting for causes she holds dear and for providing calm leadership in a chaotic political climate. “I’m voting for @kamalaharris because she…

President Bola Tinubu defended the removal of petrol subsidies during his address at the 17th Annual Chartered Institute of Bankers of Nigeria (CIBN) Banking and Finance Conference held in Abuja. He stated that the move, though difficult in the short term, was aimed at reallocating budgetary resources towards critical infrastructure and social services. This measure is part of broader efforts to stabilize the economy, curb inflation, and promote a market-driven exchange rate system. Represented by Vice President Kashim Shettima, Tinubu highlighted key challenges such as inflation, unemployment, and infrastructure deficits, while emphasizing the opportunities they present for growth. He reiterated…