10 h. ago ‘It’s Fake News’, Saudi Arabia Denies Placing Nigeria, 13 Others On Visa Restrictions

Saudi Arabian authorities have denied issuing a viral memo notifying travellers of visa restrictions and an entry ban against nationals of 14 countries. The purported memo had named Egypt, India, Pakistan, Morocco, Tunisia, Yemen, and Algeria among the countries facing the restrictions. Nigeria, Jordan, Sudan, Iraq, Indonesia, Ethiopia, and Bangladesh were also listed as restricted […]

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12 h. ago ‘It’s fake news,’ Presidency denies sacking INEC boss, Yakubu

The Presidency has debunked widespread reports claiming that President Bola Tinubu has sacked the Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission, Professor Mahmood Yakubu. The reports, which went viral early Monday, alleged that Yakubu had been removed from office and replaced with a certain Professor Bashiru Olamilekan in what was described as a “sweeping change” Read More

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15 h. ago PDP governors accused of sabotaging Tinubu, Otuaro’s efforts in Niger Delta

From Okwe Obi, Abuja The Niger Delta Revolutionary Crusaders (NDRC) have accused governors of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in the Niger Delta of undermining President Bola Tinubu and Denis Otuaro, Administrator of the Presidential Amnesty Programme (PAP), in their efforts to deliver democratic dividends. The group alleges that these governors have launched a smear […] The post PDP governors accused of sabotaging Tinubu, Otuaro’s efforts in Niger Delta appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 d. ago Atiku Slams Baseless Resignation Rumors, Reaffirms Loyalty To PDP

Former presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Atiku Abubakar, has denied claims that he resigned from the party. Atiku reaffirmed his status as a “bona fide and loyal member” of the PDP, rejecting the rumors circulating about his resignation. He accused certain desperate politicians of being behind the false reports, which were spread […] The post Atiku Slams Baseless Resignation Rumors, Reaffirms Loyalty To PDP appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 d. ago Akpabio denies assassination allegation by Natasha, says claim malicious

Set to sue Natasha, Abbo over allegations The Office of the President of the Senate has strongly denied allegations made read more Akpabio denies assassination allegation by Natasha, says claim malicious

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3 d. ago Natasha’s claim of assassination false, dangerous fabrication – Akpabio

Senate President Godswill Akpabio has denied the assassination allegation made by suspended Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, calling it a false and dangerous fabrication. Akpabio, who released a statement through his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Eseme Eyiboh, on Friday, called the accusation a deliberate campaign of misinformation. “As a statesman devoted to national unity and […] The post Natasha’s claim of assassination false, dangerous fabrication – Akpabio appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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7 d. ago How Wahalanetwork Revolutionalised Nigeria’s Entertainment Sector — Kristen Dawodu

In an age where fake news and sensationalism have become rampant, Wahalanetwork, a popular entertainment gist blog, has carved a niche for itself by prioritising credibility and accountability. Founded in 2021 by Oluwagbenga Oluwafemi Dawodu, also known as Kristen Dawodu, the platform has revolutionised the way entertainment news is consumed in Nigeria. With a massive […]

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8 d. ago “I Don’t Engage In Toxic Politics” – Peter Obi Denies Joining APC

Peter Obi, former Labour Party presidential candidate and ex-governor of Anambra State, has denied rumors of joining the All Progressives Congress (APC). He clarified that his name was incorrectly linked to an APC gathering, emphasising that he doesn’t engage in “toxic politics, blackmail, or any form of political manipulation”, Obi reaffirmed his commitment to integrity, […] The post “I Don’t Engage In Toxic Politics” – Peter Obi Denies Joining APC appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Fubara denies link to militants, warns against fake social media posts

Siminalayi Fubara, the suspended governor of Rivers State, has denied any connection to militant groups, dismissing claims linking him to read more Fubara denies link to militants, warns against fake social media posts

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2 w. ago Claims Adeleke University suspended Muslims for praying on campus untrue – MSSN

From Lateef Dada, Osogbo The Muslim Students’ Society of Nigeria (MSSN), Adeleke University Branch, Ede, Osun State, has described as “fake news” a statement credited to MURIC which alleged the suspension of a Muslim student of the university over Friday prayers. The association, in a statement signed by its Ameer, Imran Adigun AbdulHakeem, on Sunday, […] The post Claims Adeleke University suspended Muslims for praying on campus untrue – MSSN appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Akpabio’s Camp Denies Bribery Allegations In Senate Over Emergency Declaration In Rivers

Senate President Godswill Akpabio has denied allegations of bribing senators with $15,000 to support the state of emergency in Rivers State. He dismissed the claims as a hate campaign against him. Akpabio’s Special Adviser on Media, Hon Eseme Eyiboh, stated that the allegations are baseless and part of a malicious campaign. Eyiboh questioned why Akpabio […] The post Akpabio’s Camp Denies Bribery Allegations In Senate Over Emergency Declaration In Rivers appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Trump denies signing proclamation for deportation of Venezuelans

US President Donald Trump on Friday denied signing a proclamation invoking a 200-year-old law to deport alleged Venezuelan gang members who were sent to prison in El Salvador. His downplaying of his role in the affair came just hours after a federal judge called Trump’s use of the law “incredibly troublesome.” Last weekend Trump invoked Read More

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3 w. ago Presidential aide denies seeking death penalty for corper insulting Tinubu

The Senior Special Assistant to the President on Media and Publicity, Temitope Ajayi, on Monday refuted claims that he called for the death of a National Youth Service Corps member who recently flouted NYSC bye-laws. In a statement titled, ‘Statement on My Twisted Comment on the Corps Member,’ Ajayi clarified that his initial remarks on Read More

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3 w. ago NAFDAC evacuates 100 truckloads of fake drugs in Lagos, Anambra, Abia

Mojisola Adeyeye, director general of the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC), has disclosed that it read more NAFDAC evacuates 100 truckloads of fake drugs in Lagos, Anambra, Abia

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3 w. ago Your allegation against me baseless, Malami replies Obasanjo

The immediate past Attorney General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Abubakar Malami, SAN, has denied the allegation of corruption leveled against him by former President Olusegun Obasanjo. Obasanjo, in his newly released book, ‘Nigeria: Past and Future’ alleged that corruption was at its worst under former President Muhammadu Buhari’s administration, with Malami being Read More

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4 w. ago Natasha suspension: Don’t politicise, trivialise call for due process in Senate, Saraki tells Akpabio

From Adesuwa Tsan, Abuja Former Senate president, Dr. Abubakar Bukola Saraki, has denied claims that he called for the removal of Senate President Godswill Akpabio, insisting that his demand was for a transparent investigation into allegations raised by Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan. In a statement signed by his media aide, Yusuph Olaniyonu, yesterday, Saraki dismissed Akpabio’s […] The post Natasha suspension: Don’t politicise, trivialise call for due process in Senate, Saraki tells Akpabio appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 w. ago Saraki denies calling for Akpabio’s removal, reiterates call for transparent probe

By Adesuwa Tsan, Abuja Former Senate President, Dr. Abubakar Bukola Saraki, has denied claims that he called for the removal of Senate President Godswill Akpabio, insisting that his demand was for a transparent investigation into allegations raised against Akpabio by Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan. In a statement signed by his media aide, Yusuph Olaniyonu on Sunday, […] The post Saraki denies calling for Akpabio’s removal, reiterates call for transparent probe appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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