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1. Yahaya Bello: He is 46-year-old and the Kogi State governor. 2. Atiku Abubakar GCON is a politician and businessman who served as the Vice President of Nigeria from 1999 to 2007 during the presidency of Olusegun Obasanjo. 3. Bola Ahmed Tinubu: Tinubu is the APC’s current national leader and was the governor of Lagos State from 1999 to 2007. 4. Pastor Tunde Bakare: The founder of Citadel Global Community Church (formerly known as Latter Rain Assembly), said he would contest under the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC). 5. Chibuike Rotimi Amaechi who is currently serving as the Minister of Transportation in the cabinet of President Muhammadu Buhari. 6. Peter Gregory Obi, is  politician and businessman, who was the vice presidential candidate in the 2019 Nigerian general election under the People's Democratic Party (P.D.P). He was the former governor of Anambra State. 7. Bukola Saraki: Saraki served as the former senate president of Nigeria from 2015 to 2019. 8.  Nigeria's

The Vice-President Yemi Osinbajo of Nigeria today, Monday, officially declared his intention to contest the 2023 presidential election. The announcement was made via his Twitter handle. He said: "In the past seven years, I have served as Vice President under a true Nigerian patriot, a servant of the nation in war and peace, and a man of integrity, President Muhammadu Buhari. “We have, together, worked through some of the most difficult times in the history of our Nation, but we have remained focused on securing the country, providing infrastructure and growing our economy. “As stipulated by the Nigerian Constitution, our tenure will end next year. "In this period of seven years, I have served the government in several capacities, and have, at the direction of Mr. President, represented our country in sensitive high level international engagements. I have been to practically all local governments in Nigeria. I have been in markets, factories, schools, and farms. I have been in

Gwagwalada Area Council of Abuja was invaded by bandits and they shot dead the chairman of the Miyyetti Allah Cattle Breeders’ Association of Nigeria. Adamu Aliyu, chairman of the Miyyetti Allah Cattle Breeders’ Association of Nigeria (MACBAN) was killed in Gwagwalada Area Council of Abuja. The shooting took place near Daku village in Dobi ward of the council on Thursday. Aliyu was said to have been killed alongside four others  This report according to the Daily Trust, has been reportedly confirmed by the Secretary of MACBAN, Mohammed Usman, on Sunday. The Secretary added that three persons sustained gunshot wounds and were receiving treatment at a Hospital in Abuja. While three persons others were abducted. He said the incident happened last Thursday, around 5 pm, when the late MACBAN chairman alongside others were retuning from Izom market in Niger state. Usman said the bandits, who suddenly emerged from the bush and opened fire on a truck that was conveying the victims. They were r

Be Inspired! A very poor woman called a radio station asking for help from God. A non-believer who was also listening to this radio program decided to make fun of the woman. He got the woman's address from the radio station and told his secretary to carry a large amount of foodstuff to the woman.  However, he gave the following instruction; "When the woman asks who sent the food, tell her that it's from the devil." When the secretary arrived at the woman's house, the woman was happy and grateful for the help received. She started putting the food packets inside her small house.  The secretary then asked her, "Don't you want to know who sent the food?" The woman replied, "No, I don't care... because when GOD orders, even the DEVIL obeys! Have a blessed day ahead. 🤣😅🤣😅🤣😅🤣 Image: iStock

The Managing Director of the Bank of Agriculture, Alwan Ali-Hassan was on Wednesday set free by terrorists who attacked a Kaduna-bound train after his family paid N100 million as ransom, SaharaReporters has gathered. Ali-Hassan and others were abducted last Monday, March 28 by terrorists who bombed the Kaduna-bound train carrying over 362 passengers. According to the NRC, while about 182 have safely reunited with their families, about 162 other passengers remain missing. A source close to the family said Ali-Hassan was released after paying a ransom of N100 million. The terrorists had initially demanded a ransom of N200 million, SaharaReporters also learnt. Source:  Sahara Reporters

Pastor Tunde Bakare, General Overseer of Citadel Global Community Church, formerly known as Latter Rain Assembly. Tunde Bakare, in a viral video, said:  “Why should anyone in this country say the Igbo man cannot be president of Nigeria? I was at Imo State and I told them the reason why the Igbo cannot rule Nigeria and I want to remove the curse today. Do you know what happened? The day Tafawa Balewa was killed, they removed his turban, poured wine on his head, forced him to drink and shot him. In the process, he cursed them saying, ‘none of your tribe will ever rule Nigeria." "I want to break the curse today because this generation of Igbos was not part of those people. By the authority of God’s word, I reverse the curse of Tafawa Balewa over the Igbo generation. Henceforth, the Igbo’s will have access to the throne-like any other Nigerian." Owelle Rochas Okorocha, has reacted to the Lagos-based cleric, Pastor Tunde Bakare for his statement on the Igbos. Okorocha spoke o

Tudun Abiola a Lawyer and a presenter at Arise Television cautioned her half-sister for daring to compare their late father, MKO Abiola to Governor Yahaya Bello of Kogi State. Is the daughter of Mrs Bisi Abiola, MKO Abiola’s third wife. Tudun was perplexed that Hafsat  equated their father to Bello. She was indeed very hurt by the statement. Hafsat is the daughter of Abiola’s second wife, Kudirat Abiola, who was murdered while fighting for the actualisation of her husband’s Presidential mandate and his release from an unjustified jail. Tudun while speaking on Arise Television, expressed her shock and dismay. She said her half-sister has run their late father under the bus and abused his name and legacy. 

Breaking: Mosque Committee expels Sheikh Khalid for not being remorseful. Senator Muhammadu Dansadau, Chairman of the Mosque Committee where an Abuja Imam, Sheikh Nuru Khalid (the Digital Imam) was suspended, has said that the Mosque has finally expelled Sheikh Khalid for allegedly, not showing any remorse as reported by the Vanguard News. The Abuja Imam, however, was quoted as saying that he rather be carrying load for pay than to stop telling the truth. Recall that Senator Dansadau had earlier announced the suspension of Sheikh Nuru Khalid before he subsequently said the ‘Digital Imam’ was finally expelled. Senator Saidu Dansadau was acting in his capacity as the Chairman of Mosque Committee at the Apo Legislative Quarters in Abuja. He told journalists that the latest action on the Imam was a development from the episode of Saturday, April 2nd in Abuja. A letter the Mosque Committee issued on Monday, signed by Dansadau and was issued to the Digital Imam, stated that a decision was ta

  Hafsat Abiola-Costello, daughter of the late MKO, Moshood Kashimawo Abiola, is the director-general of the Governor Yahaya Bello Presidential Campaign Organization. Bello, a presidential aspirant of the All Progressives Congress (APC), formally declared his intention to run for president on Saturday at Eagle Square, Abuja. In the above video Hafsat Abiola-Costello while on Arise Television gives a comparison between her Dad and Governor Yahaya Bello. Hafsat Abiola-Costello has been heavily criticised for comparing her father, MKO Abiola with Governor Yahaya Bello of Kogi state.

Calvin Cordozar Broadus Jr., American rapper and songwriter better known as Snoop Dogg, says he has had 19 Grammy nominations but won none. The superstar said this before the 64th Grammy Awards kicked off in Las Vegas. In a post on his Instagram page, the 50-year-old rapper wrote,  “Grammys. 19 nominations no wins thanks.” In another video, which he shared on social media, Snoop Dog said,  “Y’all have fun at the Grammys. I guess I’m 0 for 19.” With reference to his 19 nominations since his solo rap career started back in the early '90s. He later asked his fans,  "How do you feel about that?"

At the 64th Grammy Awards, Kanye West won the award for Best Melodic Rap Performance for his song "Hurricane". He was nominated for 4 other categories, including two Best Rap Album nominations for Donda, and the other for Lil' Nas X's Montero; Album of the Year for Donda, Best Rap Song for "Jail". Kanye matches Jay-Z as the rapper with the most Grammy Awards in history. Kanye West officially ties JAY-Z for the same number of GRAMMYs received among hip-hop artists. West won in the best melodic rap performance and best rap song categories. Kanye “Ye” West was absent from the the 2022 Grammys held Sunday night at the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas but but till takes home two awards for ‘Donda’ " Congratulations Kanye!"

Beninise singer and songwriter, Angelique Kidjo’s ‘Mother Nature,' wins big at the at the Grammy award, at the 64th edition at the MGM Arena, Las Vegas.  Kidjo, wins the Best Global Music album category at the 2022 Grammys awards. Wizkid, Femi Kuti, and Made Kuti lost out in the two categories, Best Global Music Performance and Best Global Music Album. While the Nigerian music stars lost to Arooj Aftab for her single ‘Mohabbat’ in the Best Global Music Performance, Angelique Kidjo won the Best Global Music Album. The Beninese singer is winning a Grammy for the fifth time in her blooming career. In her acceptance speech, Angelique, proclaimed it is a big win for Africa. The nominations for the category were Angelique Kidjo, Femi Kuti, Made Kuti and Wizkid,

Na Wa is a Nigerian Statement Which Means Beyond Words!  This Video making a buzz on social media is said to be - The Lagos International Airport In Total Darkness. The Departure Lounge. Shhhhhh....just click!

Author: Janet Odidi Obuotor Written for echoblog-ger.blogspot.com What is a Thrift Store? A Thrift Store i s a shop selling second-hand clothes and household goods, typically to raise funds for a Church or charity." In developed countries, the objective of a thrift shop typically is  to raise money for charities via the not-for-profit group,  examples are the Salvation Army and the Goodwill shops. However, this is not the case in Nigeria. A thrift store in Africa's oil-rich and most populous country, Nigeria, often referred to as 'Bend Down Boutique' or 'Bend Down Select' or 'Second-Hand Boutique.'' I s not charity inclined. These goods, are not discounted but sold to the general public for profit to cater to the sellers' daily needs and for the sustainability of the business.  In this part of the world, 'Bend Down Boutique' are a thriving business. These second-hand items are spattered everywhere for all to see, on the market floor, on

Prolific American actor and Oscar winner, Will Smith has resigned from the Academy of Motion Picture Arts & Sciences following a slap he gave Chris Rock at the 2022 Oscars. The actor, who is facing possible expulsion or suspension, chose to resign instead. The organization said Smith faced suspension, expulsion or other sanctions. Will was given  15 days to provide a written response explaining his actions.  Will Smith, the group said had violated the Academy’s standards of conduct. In a response to the Academy, Will Smith issued a statement obtained by The Hollywood Reporter on Friday afternoon, April 1. It reads:  "I have directly responded to the Academy’s disciplinary hearing notice, and I will fully accept any and all consequences for my conduct. My actions at the 94th Academy Awards presentation were shocking, painful, and inexcusable. The list of those I have hurt is long and includes Chris, his family, many of my dear friends and loved ones, all those in attendance, an

For the first time ever a Nigerian is to feature on World Cup Sound track and that Nigerian is none other than Davido. We are set watch history being made. Nigerian award-winning singer, David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido, has been featured in the Qatar 2022 World Cup official theme song. Davido alongside Trinidad Cardona and AISHA sang the 2022 World Cup soundtrack titled ‘Hayya Hayya’ (Better Together). Davido went on Twitter to say; "I’m honoured to be featured on the Official @FIFAWorldCup 2022 Soundtrack,” Davido said on Twitter." Hayya Hayya’ is one of the first projects of activation for the 2022 World Cup. The official ceremony where teams are grouped is today and the singer will be performing live at the draw ceremony. Come 21 November to 18 December 2022, the 2022 FIFA World Cup is scheduled to take place in Qatar.

Nigerian reality TV star, Mercy Eke, has lost her father. Mercy Eke took to Instagram to announce her father’s passing away on Friday, April 1, 2022. Mercy Eke wrote;  “I’m so devastated at the demise of my daddy. God, I don’t want to believe this is happening to me right now. ”, she wrote. May the Almighty grant her and family comfort and the strength to bear this loss.

Renowned pharmacist, business man and Director Diaspora Directorate Atiku Presidential Campaign, Professor Isa Odidi was a guest at The Morning Show on Arise News Television.  Professor Odidi, strongly recommend that Atiku Abubakar has National spread for good leadership. While on the TV show, Reuben Abati, an anchor tossed a question at the Professor, on people who had worked with Alhaji Atiku Abubakar in the past but now advising that he should maintain the role as an elder stateman and stay out of active politics because he is probably too old for the job. Professor Isa responded by highlighting that age is not an issue.  He said, "what Nigerians should be looking at right now, is a person's ability to perform, not age. A person ability to provide ideas." "In the case of Governance, a visionary leader for Nigeria. It is not about age." He brought to bare how a lot of the state government are run by younger people. Even in the Parliament, seats are occupied by

Popular Nigerian Actress, Annie Idibia Clears The Air On Damning Allegations Made By Her Elder Brother, Wisdom Macaulay After He Accused Her Of Introducing Him To Hard Drugs, Alongside Other Accusations. She wrote in his comment section, “Oh Wizy….why big bro why… Wisdom….why all these lies against your ONLY sister…ur younger sister, all I ver do was protect you n ur kids… Since we grew up bro, have u ever paid for house rent in your entire life? You live in a 3 bedroom flat fully furnished with everything u need for u n kids. Wisdom u have 3 kids, have u ever paid for their school fees since they were born? Your oldest 9 for 9 years since ur wife start making babies..have u ever paid for hospital bills for any of your kids? Have u ever paid school fees? Oh Wizy how many cats have I bought for you..since God started blessing me! You say work for me…how??? Where???? After dad died…the car I had bought for him told u to service the jeep.. you sold d car without telling me..all I have was

Mike Agbedor Abu Ozekhome (born on October 15, 1957 in Iviukwe, Agenebode in Edo State, Nigeria) is a lawyer and human rights activist. He is a Senior Advocate of Nigeria. Mike Ozekhome, as he is popularly referred, recently expressed his fears on the prediction of Nigeria becoming a failed state. He made known his view, as a guest on Kakaaki, The State Of The Nation. It aired on Africa Independence Television (AIT). Watch as he speaks on Nigeria.