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Oct

18

2024

Don Jazzy confirms sending N100M to Verydarkman’s NGO

Lifestyle, Metro, Newscharity, Don Jazzy, Metro, Nigeria, VDM

Controversial critic Verydarkman has expressed his astonishment after confirming that a donation of N100 million to his NGO came from the famous music producer, Don Jazzy. Previously, the activist had announced plans to establish an NGO focused on renovating schools and supporting community development. To his surprise, he received a staggering N100 million from a single donor. In a recent video, Verydarkman shared evidence that the donation was indeed from Don Jazzy. While showing a conversation that verified this information, he admitted he was at a loss for words. In the chat, Don Jazzy mentioned that this was his way…

Oct

18

2024

By Amos Oge Kalu

Federal Government Declares End to Fuel and FX Subsidies

Economy, News, Opinion, PoliticsEconomy, Next Level, Nigeria, Opinion, Politics

The Nigerian Federal Government has announced the termination of fuel and foreign exchange subsidies, a policy change expected to significantly impact the country's economy. Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Wale Edun, made this declaration during the presentation of the Nigeria Development Update by the World Bank in Abuja. Reasons Behind the Decision According to Edun, the subsidies had drained the country's economy, costing over N10 trillion, equivalent to five percent of Nigeria's Gross Domestic Product (GDP). The removal of these subsidies aims to free up funds for other critical areas of the economy ¹. Expected Outcomes…

Oct

17

2024

By Amos Oge Kalu

Tanker Explosion: National Youth Alliance Mourns Jigawa Exco, Other Victims

Metro, News, Opinion, PoliticsMetro, National Youth Alliance, Next Level, Nigeria

Blames incident on hardship brought about by APC -led Govt The National Youth Alliance (NYA) has expressed sadness over the unfortunate petrol tanker explosion in Jigawa State, which took the life of one of its exco in the state, as well as over 100 other victims. This was expressed in a statement signed by the SA Media to the National Chairman, Ambassador Aliyu Bin Abbas, Okpani Jacob Onjewu Dickson, made available to newsmen in Kaduna on Thursday October 17, 2024. "We at NYA are saddened by the sad incident, which led to the loss of over 100 persons. Such a…

Oct

14

2024

By Amos Oge Kalu

Abia State’s LP Looming Electoral Crisis: A Replay of Wike vs Fubara?

Abia State, Column, News, Opinion, PoliticsAbia State, Labour Party, Next Level, Nigeria, Opinion, Politics

The Abia Local Government Area chairmanship election is on the verge of disaster, mirroring the contentious battle between Nyesom Wike and Sim Fubara in Rivers State. Governor Alex Otti's decision to handpick candidates, bypassing the Labour Party's democratically chosen nominees, has ignited a firestorm of dissent within the party. Labour Party Internal Party Conflict Discontented stakeholders, dismayed by Otti's rash choices, are now urging affected candidates to defect to the Zenith Labour Party (ZLP). This mass exodus threatens to debilitate the Labour Party's chances in the election. The question on everyone's mind is: will this election be a genuine contest…

Oct

13

2024

By Amos Oge Kalu

Rivers State Crisis: Stakeholders Call for Tinubu’s Intervention

Amos Oge Kalu, News, Opinion, PoliticsBola Ahmed Tinubu, Emeka Kalu, Nigeria, Nyesom Wike, Politics, Rivers State, Siminalayi Fubara

The ongoing conflict between former Governor Nyesom Wike and current Governor Siminalayi Fubara of Rivers State has sparked concerns among stakeholders, who are urging President Tinubu to intervene and rein in Wike and his supporters. The crisis escalated with the burning of three local government headquarters after the recent council elections. Key Demands from Stakeholders Allow Fubara to Govern: Chief Emeka Charles Kalu, a PDP chieftain, advises Wike to focus on his ministerial duties and let Fubara deliver on his campaign promises. Stop Interference: Kalu stresses that Wike's continued interference in Fubara's government is the root cause of the crisis.…