Reactions have trailed President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s first presidential media chat, which took place on Monday, at his residence in Bourdillon, Ikoyi lagos.
The president highlighted why some of his reforms are necessary for the development of Nigeria, including the removal of Fuel Subsidy, which says he has no regret in removing.
The president also described recent stampede that has claimed the lives of over 70 Nigerians, as a grave error by the organisers, adding that he has been sharing palliatives in his Lagos residence for 25 years without an incident.
In Delta State, Renowned Philanthropist, Tony Elumelu Donated 1800 bags of rice to the people of Onicha-Uku in Aniocha North Local Government Area of the state, his hometown to celebrate Christmas, Recipients of the donation, including the Ede of Onicha Uku, Steve Osakwe expressed gratitude for the gesture, and reflected on the immense contributions of the renowned banker towards the development of his community, Nigeria, African and world at large.
In Kaduna State now, the state Governor Uba Sani, attended the Christmas Carol organised by the Kaduna chapter of the Christian Association of Nigeria, and urged residents to live in peace, love and unity for the overall progress and development of the state.
The Governor who is Muslim, is attending the Christmas Carol for the second year since he assumed office, he said attended the carol to celebrate with Christians because when he took the oath of office, he promised to treat everyone equally, irrespective of their religious, tribal, or political affiliations, the governor also advised residents of the state to shun ethnic and religious antics.
In Lagos State, Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu on Monday launched the first-ever Lagos Shopping Festival, a 72-hour non-stop shopping and entertainment experience, at the Mobolaji Johnson Arena in Onikan.
The festival, running from December 23 to 25, is described by organizers as Africa’s largest of its kind, blending commerce with creativity and entertainment.
During the event, the Governor thrilled the crowd dancing to Wasiu Ayinde’s Marshals hit song ‘E Yonu Simi’.
A video showing a heartwarming moment where high life musician Flavour visited his alma mater, Igbariam Primary School in Enugu on Monday has made rounds on social media.
The Federal High Court in Abuja on Monday directed the Nigerian police to either arraign Olamide Thomas, the activist who cursed at Seyi Tinubu, Son of president Bola Ahmed Tinubu, within 48 hours or release her unconditionally, declaring her prolonged detention a violation of her fundamental rights.
Olamide, who is a nurse, was arrested for calling for the death of Seyi Tinubu on Social Media.
She was arraigned on a three-count charge bordering on cyberbullying, She was among the protesters arrested by the police on October 20th, during the rally to commemorate the fourth anniversary of #EndSARS at the Lekki tollgate in Lagos.
The activist was also accused of insulting the inspector general of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, and Police spokesperson, Muyiwa Adejobi in a Facebook video recorded after her arrest.
In Rivers State, a video has surfaced online showing four police officers assaulting a young man for allegedly wearing camouflage-style trousers.
Some Nigerians on social media have tackled the minister of works
Dave Umahi over his projection that all federal roads wil be motarable, this Christmas! Umahi spoke back in October, in Akure, the Ondo state Capital, during a town hall meeting organised by the ministry of works.
In the United Kingdom, Super Eagles Midfielder, Alex Iwobi has opened a temporary shop where poor families can get free food for Christmas!
The shop, which is called Alexpress, is located in Canning Town in East London, where the footballer was raised.
In an interview with the BBC, Iwobi said his parents are his role models, and inspired him to be selfless since he was young man.
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