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Former Kaduna Central Senator, Shehu Sani, has decried the projection that 141 million Nigerians are expected to live below poverty line. In a post on his verified X handle on Thursday, Sani said it is ironic that the report comes at a time when the States and Local Governments are receiving more money than any other time in the history of Nigeria. DAILY POST reports that the Nigeria Economic Outlook 2026 report, titled “Turning Macroeconomic Stability into Sustainable Growth,” reinforced the grim projections. It is estimated that by 2026, an overwhelming 141 million people; 62% of the population will be…

A chieftain of the African Democratic Congress, ADC, Dele Momodu, has slammed the supporters of the former Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, for calling their principal best of all candidates in the coalition. Speaking during an interview on Channels Television, Momodu also faulted the Obidients for insisting that Obi must emerge as the party’s presidential candidate for the 2027 election. The publisher of Ovation Magazine stated that it is an insult to other leaders of the coalition when Obidients describe their principal as ‘the best’ of ADC leaders. The former presidential aspirant was reacting to comments by rights activist…

Lakurawa fighters have reportedly attacked charcoal and firewood producers in the outskirts of Mai-Kurhuna village, Kebbe Forest area of Kebbe LGA, Sokoto State. The development was disclosed on Thursday by Bakatsine, a conflict and crisis journalist who reports on insecurity in Nigeria’s northwest. According to the report, the incident resulted in civilian fatalities, destruction of trucks and motorcycles and the loss of livelihoods. Bakatsine said survivors fled the forest and were appealing for immediate security intervention to prevent further attacks. He wrote: “SAD NEWS: Lakurawa fighters reportedly attacked charcoal and firewood producers in the outskirts of Mai-Kurhuna village, Kebbe Forest…

Nigerian rapper, Jeremiah Chukwuebuka Ani, popularly known as Jeriq, has debunked the narrative that artists of Igbo extraction in the music industry don’t support each other compared to their Yoruba counterparts. Speaking in a recent episode of The Vybz TV Cartel podcast, Jeriq described the claim as a “fallacy,” stressing that those of his colleagues who have helped him the most are also Igbos. “The narrative that Igbo people don’t help each other is a fallacy. Flavour for example, has helped a lot of artists, including several rising Igbo artists, who are now thriving in the music industry due to his…

Algerian forward, Mohamed Amoura has apologized for mocking a Congolese supporter who imitated Patrice Lumumba, the late Congolese revolutionary leader, during both teams’ AFCON Round of 16 match. Algeria defeated DR Congo to set up a clash with Nigeria in the quarter-final, thanks to Adel Boulbina’s only goal of the encounter. But celebrations after the final whistle were overshadowed when Amoura was seen mocking a Congolese supporter. His action sparked widespread criticism and backlash against the Wolfsburg player. In response, Amoura took to his Instagram account on Wednesday to express regret over the incident as he apologized. “The Congo match…

Nollywood actress and filmmaker, Bolaji Ogunmola, has called out an airline after being stranded at the airport in Ekiti State for over 24 hours due to multiple flight cancellations and rescheduling. In an emotional video shared via her Instagram page on Thursday morning, the visibly distraught actress revealed that she had been stuck at the airport since Wednesday, missing the first day of production for her film project, which reportedly cost over N20 million. “I’m still at the airport, by the way, and I’ve cried my eyes out this morning. I’m in Ekiti. I’m still here because I’m on set…

Two Nigerians, identified as Miracele Onyeka and Moses Chinoso, are facing deportation from India following their arrest by the Delhi Police. PUNCH Metro learnt that the duo was apprehended during a routine patrol on New Year’s Eve. They were reportedly residing in India illegally after overstaying their visas and failing to possess valid travel documents. According to a report published on Sunday by The Hindu, the arrests followed a tip-off received during New Year celebrations. The report stated, “The Delhi Police on Sunday (January 4, 2026) said the South-West District team apprehended two African nationals who were found illegally staying…

Two-time Governor of Edo State and current senator representing Edo North, Comrade Adams Oshiomhole, has declared his readiness for the 2026 edition of the Okpekpe International 10km Road Race, scheduled for May. In a video that has now gone viral, Oshiomhole appeared in his white Okpekpe t-shirt while walking in preparation for the race. He proudly displayed the distance covered and calories burned on his phone, 8.92km in 85 minutes, expending 492 calories, as proof of his training routine. “Getting ready for the Okpekpe race in May 2026. It’s good to start practising, events don’t just happen overnight. To cover…

Bitcoin filled one of two new futures gaps with a trip below $90,000 as analysis predicted a potential bottom level for the next BTC price cycle.Bitcoin (BTC) dipped below $90,000 Thursday as market participants see a classic short-term target coming next.Key points:Bitcoin dices with the 21-day moving average trendline as it fills open gaps in CME futures markets.One gap remaining could see the price return to $88,000 next.If the market reverses higher without filling it, that $88,000 gap could mark the bottom of the next BTC price cycle, says analysis.Bitcoin price gives up $90,000Data from TradingView showed new local lows…

Rose McGowan claims that Charmed producers monitored her weight while she starred on the show.  “They would, like, circle around me to check my weight when I came back” at the start of each season, McGowan, 52, said on the Tuesday, January 6 episode of Paul C. Brunson’s “We Need to Talk” podcast.  She added that she thinks they were “inspecting their product.” McGowan recalled that such behavior, back then, was treated as “completely fine.”  Related: ‘Charmed’ Behind-the-Scenes Drama Over the Years: A Timeline The power of three will set us free … from everything but drama. Charmed, which premiered…