With just a few weeks to go before the handover on May 29, 2023, the president-elect, Bola Tinubu, has returned to Nigeria to a warm welcome from hundreds of his supporters and well-wishers across the country. Tinubu's private jet landed at the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport in Abuja, the federal capital territory (FCT), at exactly 4:30 pm.

Having been away for over a month, Tinubu was received at the airport by top party officials, including a former Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Nuhu Ribadu. The party faithful cheered as Tinubu headed straight to his vehicle, which is believed to be heading to the Defence House, the official residence reserved for President Elects since the return to democratic rule in 1999.

Tinubu's return has put to rest the speculations by some opposition political parties and his adversaries that he may not be available to take over power after the end of President Muhammadu Buhari's tenure on May 29, due to ill-health.

The atmosphere at the airport was electrifying, as Tinubu's supporters expressed their joy at his safe return. The president-elect has a lot of work ahead of him, as he prepares to take over the mantle of leadership in a few weeks. However, with the overwhelming support he has received from his party faithful, there is no doubt that he is up to the task.

The next few weeks promise to be very eventful as Nigeria prepares for a change of leadership. All eyes will be on Tinubu as he begins to put his plans in place to move the country forward. We wish him all the best in his new role as the President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria.

Charles Oputa, also known as Charly Boy, a veteran Nigerian singer, has criticized President Muhammadu Buhari for begging Nigerians for forgiveness after what he called a deliberate mismanagement of the country for eight years. In his Eid-el-Fitr message, the president begged Nigerians to forgive him for any way he may have hurt them, saying, "all those that I have hurt, I ask that they pardon me."

In a video message shared on his Twitter handle, Charly Boy said he does not accept the president's apology. He accused Buhari and his party of intentionally mismanaging Nigeria for the last eight years. He said, "Dear General Buhari, apology not accepted! At least, by me. Abeg abeg, stop forming."

He further added, "The power that you hungered for, you have tested it twice, and this your second coming was to perfect what you failed to complete on your first. Are you happy now? Many will agree that Nigeria in the last eight years has been intentionally and deliberately mismanaged under your watch and the APC cabals with impunity and intensity."

Charly Boy's statement has generated mixed reactions on social media, with some supporting his views while others criticizing him for being too harsh on the president. The issue of mismanagement of the country and the president's apology is likely to continue to be a subject of debate among Nigerians.

Just a day after the Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu gave the directive for the demolition of some buildings within Banana Island due to infractions, another tragic event has occurred in Lagos. This time, a five-storey building collapsed in GRA Apapa, Lagos, adding to the list of recent building collapses in the state.

It's been less than two weeks since a seven-storey building caved in on Banana Island, Lagos, causing the death of one worker and leaving others with severe injuries. Unfortunately, this latest collapse is yet another grim reminder of the hazards of building construction in Lagos.

According to reports, the collapsed building located on Ladipo Oluwole Street in GRA Apapa was still under construction when it gave way. It was alleged that a thunder strike hit the building, leading to its collapse. This incident once again raises concerns over the quality of materials used in building construction, as well as the safety measures put in place during construction.

The recent building collapses in Lagos have sparked public outrage, and many are calling on the government to take decisive action to prevent such incidents from recurring. This includes enforcing building codes and regulations, as well as ensuring strict compliance with safety standards.

As the investigation into the cause of the collapse continues, it is important for all stakeholders in the building industry to prioritize safety above all else. The loss of lives and property resulting from building collapses is avoidable, and it's time for everyone to take responsibility and play their part in preventing such tragedies.

Former Governor of Enugu State, Senator Chimaroke Nnamani, has made a public appeal to the Presidential candidate of the Labour Party, Peter Obi, to withdraw his petition against the President-elect, Bola Ahmed Tinubu. He urged Obi to join him in the task of making a new nation and align with the ebullience and conviviality of welcoming Tinubu's victory to the Office of the President of the greatest black nation on earth.

Obi had filed a petition to challenge the victory of Bola Tinubu of the All Progressives Congress in the 25 February election. Obi, who came third in the election, alleged that the election was characterized by various irregularities, including the non-qualification of Tinubu and his running mate, Senator Kashim Shettima, to contest the election. Obi also stated that Tinubu failed to win the majority of the lawful votes cast in the election and just as he could not secure one-quarter of the legal votes cast in the Federal Capital Territory, Abuja.

In response to Obi's petition, Nnamani said that Obi knows he has neither the spread nor national appeal to win the Presidential election, and what he is doing with the petition is "bad belle, petulance and demarketing." Nnamani believes that Obi's petition is ego-driven and a joke carried too far. His attempt to highlight non-electoral issues is trying to embarrass the President-elect.

Nnamani advised Obi to come down from his high horse to allow sedate minds to negotiate on behalf of the Igbo and South East for a safe landing to include their stake in the national Palavar and share of the accruals of the commonwealth. He believes that it's time for the Igbo to confront reality and align themselves with the mainstream to participate in making a new Nigeria. They cannot afford to be consigned to the backwoods of history.

Above all, Nnamani's public appeal to Obi to withdraw his petition against the President-elect, Bola Ahmed Tinubu, is a call for unity and national development. He believes that the Igbo and South East can only bargain for their share of the accruals of the commonwealth by aligning themselves with the mainstream and participating in making a new Nigeria. It's time for the Igbo to confront reality and join the task of making a new nation.

Asake, a rising Nigerian singer known for his hit song ‘Mr Money With The Vibe’, has recently opened up about how poverty led him to pursue a career in music. In an interview with ABC News, the 24-year-old artist shared that he initially started as a dancer, but eventually turned to singing because dancing couldn’t earn him enough money.

Despite not having any formal training in music, Asake had an early exposure to it through his parents. He said, “My parents used to play me a lot of classical Songs. They love listening to songs. The kind of father I have is the one that will wake up in the morning and have one cigarette then loud music.”

Although Asake originally wanted to pursue a career in dance, he eventually realized that it may not provide him with the financial stability he desired. He said, “But at the end of the day, after dancing I fell in love with having money too. Then I started thinking about it, is dance going to give me the kind of money I want?”

This realization prompted Asake to explore other avenues, leading him to discover his talent for singing. He explained, “At the end of the day, I feel like I can actually sing. Then I added music to it. Maybe because I know how to dance then I know how to bounce on music. I actually don’t want to be a musician in the first place. I just wanted to dance. It feels like water. I love everything that comes with dancing.”

Asake’s story highlights the struggles of many aspiring artists in Nigeria, where poverty is still rampant, and pursuing a career in the arts is often seen as a risky venture. Despite these challenges, Asake has managed to make a name for himself in the music industry and is quickly becoming one of Nigeria’s rising stars.

Novak Djokovic, the world's number one tennis player, was defeated in his quarter-final match against compatriot Dusan Lajovic at the Srpska Open. Djokovic, who had previously dropped only four games in his last two matches against Lajovic, lost the match by 6-4 7-6(6). This is his second early exit from a tournament in as many weeks following his third-round defeat to Lorenzo Musetti at the Monte Carlo Masters.

Despite his recent defeats, Djokovic remains hopeful of finding his form on clay ahead of next month's French Open. He will be targeting his 23rd Grand Slam title at the tournament, which is the second Grand Slam of the season, beginning on May 28. Rafa Nadal, Djokovic's long-time rival, has been forced to skip several clay tournaments due to injury, so Djokovic will be looking to build momentum ahead of the French Open.

In his post-match interview, Djokovic acknowledged that Lajovic played well, but he felt that he played much worse than he wanted to. He failed to convert 15 of 16 breakpoints and felt that his footwork was torpid and his shots lacked direction. Djokovic attributed his sub-par performance to his physical condition, admitting that his legs were slow, and he was not feeling well on the court. Djokovic also revealed that he had been struggling with an elbow injury, which might have affected his performance.

Djokovic hopes to get into top form for the French Open and play his best tennis there. He noted that the conditions in Monte Carlo and Banja Luka were different from the French Open, and he had always had a slow start on clay in previous seasons before playing much better in the final stages. Djokovic will be looking to repeat that pattern this year, and he has several weeks to practice and play before the tournament.

Omoyele Sowore, the presidential candidate for the African Action Congress (AAC) in Nigeria's upcoming 2023 general election, has rejected an apology offered by Nigerian President Muhammadu Buhari as his administration comes to a close. Sowore took to his official Twitter handle to express his dissatisfaction with the President’s plea for forgiveness, outlining the reasons why Buhari may never be pardoned for his actions during his tenure.

President Buhari had on Friday asked Nigerians to forgive him, especially those he may have wronged while discharging his duties. However, Sowore was not swayed by the President’s gesture, stating that Buhari not only hurt Nigeria but also dehumanized its citizens through his unfavourable policies.

Sowore listed various ways in which the President’s actions have negatively impacted the country, such as denying Nigerians a decent life, destroying businesses, taking innocent lives, destroying the educational sector, and depriving the sick and infirm of an opportunity to be nursed to health. He also accused Buhari of unjustly detaining and imprisoning many Nigerians, encouraging violence, and creating division through religious bigotry and ethnicity.

According to Sowore, the President and his cronies perpetrated untold corruption during their time in office, and the opportunities that President Buhari “crushed will continue to haunt and hunt” him until the end of time. It is evident that Sowore is not satisfied with the President’s apology and believes that his actions during his tenure will have long-lasting consequences for the people of Nigeria.

Sowore's rejection of President Buhari's apology demonstrates the depth of the anger and frustration that many Nigerians feel about the state of their country. The upcoming 2023 general election provides an opportunity for citizens to vote for a leader who will prioritize their interests and work towards a better future for Nigeria. The outcome of the election will be critical for the country's progress and development, and it is important that Nigerians use their votes wisely.

Seun Kuti, a popular Nigerian musician and son of legendary afrobeat pioneer Fela Kuti, recently claimed that former Nigerian Head of State, Olusegun Obasanjo, was a stooge of the Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) and a loyalist of then-US president, Jimmy Carter. In a recent interview, Kuti asserted that the US influenced the invasion of his late father's home, Fela's Kalakuta abode, in 1977 by Nigerian soldiers. He suggested that the attack was aimed primarily at his late grandmother, Mrs. Fumilayo Ransome Kuti, who was a leading socialist figure in Africa during the Cold War.

Kuti argued that his grandmother's socialist views were not well-received by the US government during the Cold War era, and this may have led to her being the target of the attack on the Kalakuta abode. He further stated that the assault was not only aimed at Fela but also his grandmother, who was thrown out of a window during the attack. Kuti believes that Obasanjo was acting on the orders of his American handlers, and his grandmother was a target because of her socialist stance.

Kuti's claims have sparked controversy and rekindled interest in the events leading to the Kalakuta invasion. Many Nigerians have taken to social media to express their opinions on Kuti's claims. Some have supported Kuti's assertions, while others have dismissed them as conspiracy theories. However, Kuti has remained adamant, stating that his grandmother's socialist views made her a target of the US government during the Cold War, and that Obasanjo was a CIA stooge.

In conclusion, Seun Kuti's claims that former Nigerian Head of State, Olusegun Obasanjo, was a puppet of the CIA and that the US influenced the invasion of the Kalakuta abode have stirred controversy. While some Nigerians have supported Kuti's claims, others have dismissed them as unfounded. However, Kuti remains steadfast in his assertions and believes that his grandmother's socialist views made her a target of the US government during the Cold War era.

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Nollywood actress, Monalisa Stephen has recently shared a wild revelation about her sexual encounter with her boyfriend. On the latest episode of ‘Love or Lies’ by YouTuber, Korty EO, the curvy actress disclosed that her boyfriend had sex with her 27 times in a day. According to her, their sexual escapade took place in different corners of the house, pausing only to watch movies before continuing.

Monalisa revealed that the wild sexual encounter only happened once at her boyfriend’s house, eliciting mixed reactions on social media with many expressing shock. This is not the first time the actress has made such revelations about her sexual encounters with her boyfriend.

Last year, Monalisa set tongues wagging on social media after claiming that her boyfriend had intercourse with her even when she was on her monthly period. The actress has always been open about her sexual experiences and is not shy to talk about them publicly.

Monalisa Stephen is a popular actress known for her curvaceous figure and has starred in several Nollywood movies. She is also a social media influencer with a large following on Instagram where she shares pictures and videos of herself.

Atiku's Aide Responds to Reports of Tinubu's Dual Citizenship

Daniel Bwala, the spokesperson for Atiku Abubakar, presidential candidate of the People's Democratic Party (PDP), has reacted to the reports of President-elect Bola Tinubu having dual citizenship. Bwala expressed confusion as to why Tinubu, if he had dual citizenship, would contest for the presidency.

This allegation of dual citizenship is the latest controversy surrounding Tinubu, with some of his critics arguing that dual citizenship disqualifies him from the presidency under Section 137 of the Constitution. It is alleged that Tinubu holds a Guinean passport.

In response to the controversy, Bwala took to Twitter to question the implications of having dual citizenship while running for president. He also expressed skepticism towards the excuse that Tinubu's passport had expired, stating that the expiration of a passport does not negate one's citizenship status.

The issue of Tinubu's alleged dual citizenship has caused a stir in Nigerian politics, with many questioning the implications it would have on his presidential aspirations. As the controversy continues, it remains to be seen how it will impact Tinubu's political career and the 2023 presidential elections.

The aviation industry in Nigeria has been experiencing a prolonged industrial strike by aviation unions, which has caused significant disruptions. As a result, offices of agencies of the Ministry of Aviation, including the Nigeria Airspace Management Agency, Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria and the Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority, have been shut down. The ongoing industrial action has led to heavy traffic leading to the airport, with unionists laying siege at the Murtala Muhammed International Airport.

The unions have threatened to completely shut down Nigeria's airspace seven days after the end of the two-day warning strike. The heavy presence of security personnel, including the police and army, has been observed at strategic points around the airport, while the unionists have been chanting solidarity songs.

One of the unionists, Comrade Abdulrarak Saidu, expressed disappointment that nothing has been done to ensure that the conditions of service are adhered to, even after eight years. He also criticised the Minister of Aviation for wanting to pull down offices of agencies and parastatals in Lagos state. He stated that the minister wants to turn his policy into law and lord it over the industry, even when it is flawed.

According to Saidu, conditions of service were not implemented for eight years. He also alleged that the minister usurps the functions of the governing boards, and there is no check and balance. He further mentioned that the government wanted to coerce the unionists to come to Abuja, but they didn't attend the meeting. He stated that no conclusions were reached, and there was no genuine meeting with the government.

Saidu also claimed that the minister wants to destroy buildings in the sector for a Road map that was not approved for Lagos. He added that even the one approved in Abuja for the aerotropolis, nothing has happened there, and the minister wants to turn his policy into law. He warned that if the government proceeds with its plans, the unionists would cut Nigeria off from other countries after seven days and go into total shutdown.

The ongoing aviation strike in Nigeria has led to the shutdown of offices of agencies of the Ministry of Aviation and heavy traffic congestion. The unionists have threatened to completely shut down Nigeria's airspace seven days after the end of the two-day warning strike. The unionists have criticised the minister for not implementing the conditions of service for eight years, and wanting to pull down offices of agencies and parastatals in Lagos state. They have also alleged that the minister usurps the functions of the governing boards, and there is no check and balance. The unionists have warned that they would cut Nigeria off from other countries after seven days and go into total shutdown.

During his appearance on Channels Television’s Sunday Politics, the Minister of Works and Housing, Babatunde Fashola, expressed uncertainty regarding whether Nigeria's constitution allows dual citizenship. Fashola was responding to online rumors that the President-elect, Bola Tinubu, may have a Guinean passport in addition to his Nigerian one.

These allegations have generated mixed reactions on social media, particularly among those who are opposed to Tinubu's emergence as the President-elect in the recent election. However, Fashola maintained that he is not aware of Tinubu's citizenship status and that he only knows that Tinubu carries a Nigerian passport.

Fashola further explained that Tinubu had resided abroad during his exile, and he is not sure if he was granted American citizenship during that period. Nevertheless, Fashola questioned the relevance of Tinubu's citizenship status to the outcome of the election.

He reminded viewers that Nigeria's constitution allows for dual citizenship, but he is not certain if this applies to Tinubu. The controversy over Tinubu's citizenship has been ongoing, with critics suggesting that he may be ineligible to contest for the presidency due to Section 137 of the Constitution.

Fashola's comments have added to the ongoing debate regarding Tinubu's citizenship status, with many Nigerians calling for a thorough investigation into the matter to ensure that the president-elect is qualified to hold the position.

Another decision made by INEC during the meeting was to write to the Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), Mr. Boss Mustapha, in order to inform President Muhammadu Buhari about the "unwholesome" activities of the REC and to consider reviewing his appointment. This action was taken due to the concerns that have been raised about the behavior of the REC during the election.

The decisions made by INEC were a fallout of the Commission's meeting on Tuesday in Abuja. The Commission discussed matters arising from the Adamawa Governorship election and decided to take action against the REC in question. It is hoped that these actions will help to address the concerns that have been raised about the integrity of the election process.

Finally, it should be noted that the collation process in Adamawa will resume at a later date as determined by the Returning Officer. This decision was made in order to ensure that the election is conducted in a free, fair, and transparent manner, and to address any concerns that have been raised regarding the integrity of the election process. The Commission is committed to ensuring that the Adamawa Governorship election is conducted in a manner that is transparent and free from any form of malpractice.