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  • Tunde Bakare is not speaking as a pastor. He is speaking as a bitter rival who is covetous of President Tinubu’s position- Reno Omokri

    Reno Omokri has lashed out at clergyman, Pastor Tunde Bakare, who recently condemned President Tinubu’s style of leadership. 

     

    While speaking to his congregants on Sunday, April 20, Bakare lamblasted the President for the manner he has piloted the affairs of the country since assuming office in May 2023.

     

     Bakare said President Tinubu practices ‘’motorpark brand of politics”. He further stated that the President has turned the National Assembly into an Assembly that does only his bidding. Read here.

     

    Reacting to Bakare’s comment via his Instagram page this evening, Reno opined that the cleric spoke against the President because he is still bitter that he lost the APC Presidential ticket to Tinubu in 2022. 

     

    He wrote;

    ‘’Tunde Bakare wanted to be President. He contested against President Bola Tinubu for the APC primary on Wednesday, June 8, 2022, and was soundly defeated. Tunde Bakare scored ZERO votes at the primary. Please fact-check me. He is not speaking as a pastor or prophet. He is speaking as a defeated and bitter rival who is covetous of the President’s position.

     

    You cannot expect a rival you defeated to be fair, just and balanced concerning you. It is not possible.

     

    It is like expecting Kanye West to speak positively about Taylor Swift after losing the Grammy Award for Album of the Year to her.

     

    This is a man who informed us that heaven has ordained him to be the sixteenth President of Nigeria after Buhari. Today, the reality is that the sixteenth President of Nigeria is President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. Do you then expect him to be happy with Bola Tinubu for occupying a position promised to him by heaven?

     

    If Tunde Bakare can lie against heaven (not the first time. He also claimed in 2006 that the Holy Spirit told him Buhari was part of Nigeria’s decaying past, before running with the same Buhari in 2011), who are you that he cannot lie to?”

    State of the Nation: Tunde Bakare is not speaking as a pastor. He is speaking as a bitter rival who is covetous of President Tinubu?s position- Reno Omokri

    Source: Linda Ikeji

  • BREAKING: Terrorists In Military Uniform Kill Six Residents Of Kwara Community In Fresh Assault

    No fewer than six people were killed on Monday evening by a group of terrorists at Ilesha Baruba in the Baruten Local Government Area of Kwara State.

    SaharaReporters learnt the terrorists, heavily armed and dressed in military camouflage, launched the deadly attack after Isha’I prayer on Monday. 

    The assailants, according to eyewitnesses, stormed the town through the highway that links the town to the state capital on motorcycles with several sophisticated weapons.  

    They were clad in what appeared to be Nigerian Army uniforms, sparking fears of impersonation and raising critical questions about the source of their gear.

    In a video obtained by SaharaReporters, the lifeless bodies of the victims were seen lying in pools of their blood, as wailing filled the background.

    The gruesome footage captured the aftermath of what residents described as a “terror operation.”

    One of the eyewitnesses, Umar Faruq, who narrowly escaped the attack, told SaharaReporters that the gunmen appeared organised and deliberate in their mission.  

     

    “They came in soldier uniforms. At first, we thought they were here for security patrol, but within minutes, they opened fire on innocent people. It was like a war scene. People were screaming, running for their lives,” he recounted.

    The traditional titleholder of the area, Turaki of Ilesha Baruba, who also confirmed the incident, condemned the killings and described the attack as a direct assault on the peace and sovereignty of the community.  

    “This is not just an attack on individuals. It’s a message to us all that we are not safe. Our people are living in fear now. We call on the government to act fast,” he said.

    This fresh bloodshed has further exposed the fragile state of security in Kwara North and revived calls for serious overhauls in intelligence gathering and community protection. 

    The use of military uniforms by the attackers has also raised suspicions of insider collusion or dangerous black-market access to security gear.

    All efforts made to reach the Kwara State Police Command for comment at the time of filing the report did not succeed. 

    Source: Sahara Reporters

  • We Became Aware Of CBEX After Nigerians Lost Money—SEC

    The Director-General of the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), Dr Emomotimi Agama, has responded to public criticism over the agency’s perceived inaction in the collapse of CBEX, a controversial investment platform accused of defrauding unsuspecting Nigerians.

    Speaking during an interview on ARISE NEWS on Monday, Dr Agama explained that the SEC could not intervene because CBEX was never registered with the Commission.

    “The first responsibility of the SEC is to watch over regulated institutions within the confines of its available resources.

    “Once you are registered with the SEC, you are totally and completely under our watch. Registration actually is the hallmark of regulation. Without registration, the possibility of regulation becomes difficult,” he said.

    He emphasised that the SEC only became aware of CBEX recently and had not received any reports about the platform before that time.

    “It’s very pathetic that Nigerians will lose their money this way,” he said. “At the SEC, and I’m sure speaking for my colleagues, we’re very empathic about the situation. But even at that, we must say clearly that the idea or thoughts that the SEC is not working are totally out of it.”

    According to Agama, CBEX had operated outside the Commission’s radar entirely.

    “The CBEX is not registered with the SEC. And no one up until last week had reported the CBEX to the SEC as an investment platform or even made an inquiry to that effect,” he stated.

    He stressed that despite such limitations, the SEC has remained proactive in educating the public about safe investing.

    “We have continued mass education. Just about two months ago, we launched a podcast at the SEC to provide information to people. We’ve also gone around holding enlightenment campaigns all over the place,” he noted.

    To avoid falling victim to fraudulent schemes, he advised Nigerians to seek professional advice before making any investments.

    “If there is any investment you are not sure about, contact a financial advisor, a lawyer, an investment advisor or a stockbroker. Investments are very serious business, and Nigerians must take time to check and confirm before delving into it.”

    On the notion that CBEX was in the process of securing certification, Agama dismissed the claims.

    “It’s totally untrue, in capital letters. No institution applies to the SEC after operating. You cannot operate without a licence from the SEC. That alone is a red flag,” he added.

    He also addressed the misconception that registration with the Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC) is equivalent to SEC approval.

    “Sometimes these people are deceptive and manipulative. They could have applied for registration not as an investment platform or exchange. So they may receive a certificate innocently from the CAC,” he said.

    Agama assured that justice will be pursued through an ongoing investigation and collaboration with other relevant government agencies.

    “We are continually investigating this CBEX scheme, and of course, we will bring them to book. There is a strong collaboration between all the agencies of government to make sure that this happens. As much as possible, whatever we can recover, certainly in this instance, will be returned back to the investors,” he said.

    We Became Aware Of CBEX After Nigerians Lost Money—SEC is first published on The Whistler Newspaper

    Source: The Whistler

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  • Police foil kidnapping, rescue 10 victims in Katsina

    The Katsina State Command has successfully foiled a kidnap attempt along Funtua to Gusau highway and rescued ten kidnapped victims

     

     

    Spokesperson of the command, DSP Abubakar Sadiq Aliyu, disclosed this in a statement on Sunday, April 20, 2025. 

     

    “On April 19, 2025, at about 2135 hours, information was received at Faskari Division that suspected armed bandits laid ambush at Marabar Bangori village along Funtua-Gusau Road with intent to kidnap occupants of two vehicles. The vehicles, a black Golf Saloon (BWR 781 SW) and an ash-colored Golf (DTM 179 TA), were en route from Katsina to Faskari,” the statement read. 

     

    “Upon receiving the information, APC patrol team attached to Faskri Division mobilized and responded promptly to the scene, engaging the bandits in a gun battle. The bandits were overpowered and fled into the nearby bush, abandoning their mission.

     

    “Ten (10) victims, including two (2) drivers and eight passengers, were rescued unhurt. Efforts are being made to ensure the arrest of the fleeing suspects as the investigation proceeds. Further developments will be communicated in due course.

     

    “The Commissioner of Police, Katsina State Command, CP Bello Shehu, psc, fdc, MNIM, commends the officers for their professionalism and prompt response, which undoubtedly saved lives. 

     

    “He reiterates the commitment of the command towards ensuring the safety and security of the good people of Katsina state.” 

    Source: Linda Ikeji

  • Amidst persistent violence, Mutfwang’s stakeholders’ meeting offers little hope for Plateau

    In the wake of yet another spate of killings in Plateau State, Governor Caleb Mutfwang convened a meeting with critical stakeholders on Monday, a move that critics argue offers little tangible solution to the decades-long insecurity plaguing the state.

    Speaking at the event, Mutfwang stated that the meeting aimed at “fashioning out ways of tackling the recurrent attacks and wanton destruction of properties in the state.” However, for many residents, this convening represents a familiar pattern of reactive measures that have consistently failed to stem the bloodshed.

    The governor, acknowledging that the “security challenges in the state had spanned for over two decades,” explained that the meeting also aimed at uniting critical stakeholders towards ending the menace. Yet, the very need for such a meeting after years of violence underscores the government’s persistent inability to ensure the safety of its citizens.

    While Mutfwang decried that “insecurity had posed a serious threat to the economic prosperity of Plateau,” his commendation of President Bola Tinubu for the measures put in place to tackle the security challenges rings hollow to those who have witnessed the continued loss of life and livelihoods.

    “Right from the time the Jos market was burnt to this point, you will discover that even food production in Plateau has been on the decline,” Mutfwang conceded. “Recently, we took stock of farmlands which our people have not been able to cultivate because attempting to cultivate those farmlands is at the risk of their lives.” This stark admission highlights the profound impact of the ongoing insecurity, raising questions about the effectiveness of past and present security strategies.

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    “There is no part of this state that does not have its share of insecurity, so we must come together as a people to address this issue,” the governor urged. “This is why we called all of you here, so we can rob minds and find lasting solutions to the security challenges in our dear state.” However, the repeated calls for unity and dialogue have yielded little practical improvement in the safety of Plateau communities.

    Mutfwang called on the stakeholders to be open and make positive suggestions that would lead to lasting peace in the state. But for many, the time for suggestions has long passed, and concrete action is what is desperately needed.

    The meeting, which later went into closed doors, included former governors Fidelis Tapgun, Joshua Dariye, Jonah Jang, and retired Rear Admiral Bitrus Atukum, alongside serving and former senators, House Representatives members, traditional and religious leaders, government officials, and youth and women groups.

    The presence of these prominent figures highlights the long history of the crisis, yet the cyclical nature of these meetings without a clear breakthrough offers a bleak outlook for lasting peace.

    Source: Ripples Nigeria

  • Wike Is APC’s Mole Destroying Opposition, Rivers PDP Factional Chairman Alleges

    Factional chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Rivers State, Robinson Ewor, has said the federal capital territory (FCT) minister, Nyesom Wike, is a mole working to destroy the opposition from within for the All Progressives Congress (APC).

    Ewor said Wike should no longer be considered a member of the PDP, having openly pledged loyalty to the APC.

    He spoke on Monday during an interview on Arise Television.

    He said, “I have said it in different fora, and I will repeat it here: Nyesom Wike, FCT minister, is no longer a member of the PDP.”

    “Nyesom Wike today exists in the PDP because he’s on a mission to destroy the PDP, to destroy the opposition in the country, not just Rivers State.”

    Ewor accused Wike of interfering in PDP leadership decisions while serving in an APC-led federal government.

    “That is why today he is insisting that Sam Anyanwu remain national secretary. What is his business? You are serving an APC government,” he said.

    “You have pledged your loyalty to the APC. You have said it openly and publicly that you will support the APC in the 2027 general election.”

    He said Wike has no business meddling in PDP matters, describing his continued presence in the party as a calculated ploy.

    “In good conscience, let’s leave the law and everybody. In good conscience, can Nigerians still see Wike as a member of the PDP? The answer is no,” Ewor said.

    “To us in Rivers, Wike is no longer a member of the PDP. He’s only here to destroy the PDP, to destroy the opposition.

    “And the president is helping him. That is the irony of it. The president is funding Wike to destroy the opposition.”

    On Friday, Wike said he wanted the outright removal of Siminalayi Fubara as governor of Rivers State.

    “As a politician, I am not happy about the state of emergency in Rivers State,” Wike said.

    “I wanted the outright removal of Governor Fubara. The president, by declaring a state of emergency, saved Fubara.”

    Wike Is APC’s Mole Destroying Opposition, Rivers PDP Factional Chairman Alleges is first published on The Whistler Newspaper

    Source: The Whistler

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  • Trending video of a Nigerian lady and the love of her life (video)

    A video of a Nigerian lady and her Caucasian man has made the rounds on social media. 

     

    The video showed the lady and her man dressed in attires as though they were about to have their civil wedding. The Caucasian man could be seen holding a bouquet of flowers. Social media users have reshared the video  wondering what their love story is.

     

    Watch the video below…

     

     

    Source: Linda Ikeji

  • Vatican Releases Death Certificate: Pope Francis died of stroke, heart failure

    The Vatican has released the death certificate of Pope Francis, confirming that he passed away due to a stroke, which led to a coma and ultimately “irreversible cardiocirculatory collapse.”

    The 88-year-old leader of the Catholic Church died on Monday morning, approximately one month after being discharged from a 38-day hospital stay for double pneumonia, according to reports and Vatican sources.

    The official cause of Pope Francis’ death has been identified as a stroke, followed by a coma and irreversible cardiocirculatory collapse. Dr. Andrea Arcangeli, Director of the Directorate of Health and Hygiene of the Vatican City State, issued the official medical certification, with the Holy See Press Office releasing the report on Monday evening.

    The medical report detailed the Pope’s prior health conditions, including a history of acute respiratory failure resulting from microbial bilateral pneumonia and multiple bronchiectases, as well as high blood pressure and Type II diabetes.

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    His death was officially confirmed through electrocardiographic thanatography. “I hereby declare,” wrote Dr. Arcangeli, “that the causes of death, to the best of my knowledge and judgment, are as stated above.”

    Source: Ripples Nigeria