(AFRICAN EXAMINER) – Some Nigerians are reacting to the news of a young TikToker simply identified as ‘Pretty Yoruba Girl’ after she posted a video of the aftermath of demanding an iPhone 8 as a birthday gift from her parents. In the 3-minute video that has since gone viral, the lady shared with the caption, […]
(AFRICAN EXAMINER) – Festus Keyamo, the minister for aviation and aerospace development, has stated that domestic carriers will soon start to pay compensation to customers for cancelled or delayed flights. Keyamo made this known in Abuja when he talked about flight disruption challenges in a meeting with the airline operators of Nigeria (AON). According to […]
(AFRICAN EXAMINER) – Big Brother Naija All Stars winner, Ilebaye Odiniya, aka Baye, has stated that she would give N12 million to her church as tithe from the N120 million prize money she won from the just-ended reality show. The African Examiner recalls that Ilebaye, a 22-year-old Kogi-born model, defeated five other finalists to emerge […]
(AFRICAN EXAMINER) – The World Bank has stated that the naira and the kwanza of Angola as the “worst performing currencies” in Africa in 2023. According to the financial organisation, both currencies have depreciated by nearly 40 percent. The World Bank further disclosed that the decision by the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) to remove […]
(AFRICAN EXAMINER) – President Bola Tinubu says his administration is committed to modernising the nation’s education system in line with international best practices. NAN reports that the president spoke during the 2023 World Teachers Day celebration which was held on Thursday at the Eagle Square in Abuja. Represented by Vice-President Kashim Shettima, Tinubu said the […]
(AFRICAN EXAMINER) – The Minister of Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Yusuf Tuggar, has tasked Nigerians to focus attention on national development instead of dwelling on the unfolding certificate saga involving President Bola Tinubu. Tuggar made this known when he appeared on Channels Television programme on Wednesday arguing that President Tinubu has a long-standing political career, after […]
(AFRICAN EXAMINER) – Nigerians on social media have called out Minister of Aviation, Festus Keyamo, who was quoted in a video that has gone viral saying that “President Tinubu” attended school from home as it was the practice then for many people. However, Chicago State University, the university which President Tinubu stated that he attended […]
(AFRICAN EXAMINER) – The news that the General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG) Pastor Enoch Adeboye enjoining Nigerians to pray for the betterment of the nation has sparked social media reactions. The African Examiner writes that Pastor Adeboye on Sunday during the church’s October Thanksgiving Service and Nigeria’s 63rd Independent Day […]
(AFRICAN EXAMINER) – The Minister of Communications and Digital Economy, Bosun Tijani, says Nigeria’s youth are its biggest asset and with the necessary support they can reshape the world. Bosun made this known on Monday during his speech at the Platform’s Independence Anniversary event held in Lagos. He stated that Africa has a vast youth […]
(AFRICAN EXAMINER) – The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has debunked a news publication in an online media alleging non-establishment of testing laboratories for food fortification. A statement by NAFDAC Resident Media Consultant, Mr Olusayo Akintola, in Abuja on Monday stated that the attention of the agency was drawn to […]
(AFRICAN EXAMINER) – Governor Rotimi Akeredolu of Ondo says his administration is not “distracted” by political bickering surrounding his government as what people think is a distraction is part of the governance process in the state. Mr Akeredolu who was represented by his Special Adviser on Union Matters and Special Duties, Dare Aragbaiye, stated this […]
(AFRICAN EXAMINER) – The Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, has congratulated Nigerians on the 63rd independence anniversary of the nation. In a statement by its National Publicity Secretary, Mr Debo Ologunagba, in Abuja, the party kicked against the present economic hardships facing the nation. Ologunagba stated that the anniversary is a wake-up call to all Nigerians […]
(AFRICAN EXAMINER) – The news that a hospital in Abuja, Maitama General Hospital, declined to take care of a patient, Greatness Olorunfemi, has sparked social media reactions. The African Examiner writes that on Saturday, a lady simply identified as @Nwaadaz took to her X formerly known as Twitter to accuse Maitama General Hospital of negligence. […]
(AFRICAN EXAMINER) – Former president, Goodluck Jonathan, has tasked Nigerians to embrace justice and peace in order to realise the Nigerian dream. Jonathan stated this on Sunday on his X (formerly Twitter), in commemoration of the country’s 63rd Independence Day anniversary. He writes: “As we mark yet another independence anniversary, we should focus our energy […]
(AFRICAN EXAMINER) – The news that the United States District Court for the Northern District of Illinois has directed Chicago State University (CSU) to release the credentials of President Bola Tinubu has sparked reactions. The African Examiner writes that Tinubu’s credentials indicate that he graduated from CSU in 1979 with a bachelor’s degree in business […]
(AFRICAN EXAMINER) – The National Chairman, All Progressives Congress, Dr. Abdullahi Ganduje, said the party has all it takes to win the November 11 Bayelsa State governorship election. Ganduje stated in Yenagoa on Friday when he inaugurated the National APC Campaign Council for the upcoming state governorship election, headed by the Gombe State Governor, Inuwa […]
(AFRICAN EXAMINER) – Eight criminal suspects in connection with the attack and burning of Saint Raphael Catholic Church at Fadan Kamantan village, Zango Kataf Local Government Area (LGA) of Kaduna State have been paraded by the Special Task Force Operation Safe Haven (OPSH) of the Nigerian Army. The media information officer, OPSH, Oya James, stated […]
(AFRICAN EXAMINER) – Ahead of the 2024 Edo gubernatorial election, Edo State Governor, Mr. Godwin Obaseki, has stated that the process of seeking his successor must reflect fairness, equity, and a sense of inclusion, as he is determined to end his administration in a positive way. Obaseki made this known when he spoke to journalists […]
(AFRICAN EXAMINER) – Since the death of Nigerian singer, Ileroluwa Aloba better known as Mohbad, many Nigerians are eager to see the cause of his death. The African Examiner recalls that Mohbad died and was buried a few weeks ago. However, due to the public outcry, the police exhumed his corpse for an autopsy that […]
(AFRICAN EXAMINER) – The Nigeria Labour Congress, NLC, and the Trade Union Congress, TUC, on Tuesday have announced a nationwide strike due to the failure of the Federal Government to meet their demands. The Labour unions disclosed this on Tuesday that the action would begin on October 3, 2023. The African Examiner writes that both […]
