Elon Musk’s New Policy: Charging for Posts by New X Users
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Elon Musk’s New Policy: Charging for Posts by New X Users

Breaking news from the world of microblogging as Elon Musk, the mastermind behind X, announces a groundbreaking change - new users will now be required to pay for posting on the platform. In a strategic move to combat the rising presence of bots on X, Musk believes that charging new users is the most effective solution. Responding to inquiries about the platform's policy for newly registered accounts, Musk unveiled his plan to offer free posting privileges to new users after a three-month trial period. Explaining the rationale behind the decision, Musk emphasized, "A nominal fee for new users' writing access is essential to tackle the persistent bot invasion." He added, "Current AI technology, along with troll farms, can effortlessly bypass bot detection querie...
Suggestion to Tinubu: APC Leader Encouraged to Pursue Merger with NNPP for Resolution of Ganduje-Kwankwaso Conflict
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Suggestion to Tinubu: APC Leader Encouraged to Pursue Merger with NNPP for Resolution of Ganduje-Kwankwaso Conflict

An advice was given by Salihu Lukman, a former member of the All Progressives Congress (APC) National Working Committee (NWC), to President Bola Tinubu on Tuesday. He encouraged Tinubu to address and find a resolution to the political conflict between the APC National Chairman, Abdullahi Ganduje, and Rabiu Kwankwaso, the ex-presidential candidate of the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP). Lukman emphasized the importance for Tinubu and other APC leaders to tackle the political discord and consider negotiating a potential merger with the NNPP. Pointing out the necessity of expanding the APC's support base in Kano, Lukman suggested that a merger could be a strategic move. Not confining the political challenges in Kano to just the bribery accusations against Ganduje, the APC chieftain advis...
Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University ATBU responds to accusations of breaching VC appointment process, other key roles
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Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University ATBU responds to accusations of breaching VC appointment process, other key roles

Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University (ATBU) in Bauchi has refuted claims of any wrongdoing in the selection process for the impending vacant Vice Chancellor position at the university. The university's management asserted that they adhered to all necessary procedures in the advertisement for the vacancy. Recently, the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) at ATBU, Bauchi called out the university's management for allegedly violating the institution's regulations concerning the appointment of a new vice-chancellor. The union also raised concerns about certain officials holding acting positions beyond the stipulated six-month period, which they labeled as illegitimate. These allegations were brought to light during a press briefing titled 'The Advertisement of Vacancy for the Post of...
Factions within NANS have differing views on the performance of the Minister of Power
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Factions within NANS have differing views on the performance of the Minister of Power

There is a divide within the National Association of Nigerian Students concerning the performance of the Minister of Power, Adebayo Adelabu. Adebayo faced criticism recently after the Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission announced an increase in electricity tariffs for Band A consumers from N68 to N225 per kilowatt hour. Band A consumers are those who receive a minimum of 20 hours of electricity daily. The factional Senate President of NANS, Akinteye Babatunde, expressed concerns about the worsening power situation under the minister's leadership. He called for Adelabu's resignation due to the perceived lack of progress in providing stable power. In contrast, Ekundayo Elvis, another factional Senate President, disagreed with Babatunde's assessment. Elvis urged patience from...
Reasons behind the surge in bread prices as disclosed by bakers
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Reasons behind the surge in bread prices as disclosed by bakers

Highlighting the factors contributing to the increased cost of bread in Nigeria, the Premium Bread Makers Association of Nigeria, PBAN, shed light on the current situation. Imported ingredients play a significant role in bread production, leading to higher prices in Nigeria due to the fluctuations in exchange rates, the association emphasized. During an interview on Arise News' Global Business Report, PBAN's president, Emmanuel Onuorah, touched on this subject, which was monitored by NewsNow. The ongoing conflict between Russia and Ukraine has particularly impacted bread manufacturing in Nigeria because the country sources wheat from both of these countries, he mentioned. "Bread, being a staple food, is meant to be easily accessible and a go-to option for all, especially for children,...
Eze’s Career Journey: Arsenal’s Rejection and Other Setbacks
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Eze’s Career Journey: Arsenal’s Rejection and Other Setbacks

Crystal Palace star, Eberechi Eze, reflects on how rejections from clubs like Arsenal have played a pivotal role in shaping his career. Having been let go by Arsenal during his youth, Eze also faced disappointments at Fulham, Reading, and Millwall. Additionally, both Sunderland and Bristol City turned down opportunities to sign him. Despite these setbacks, Eze found success at Queens Park Rangers and has become a valuable player since joining Crystal Palace. Speaking to Premier League Production, he shared, “Being released at a young age was challenging. It was emotional, and everyone felt the disappointment – that's the reality at that tender age. “However, looking back now, I see it as the starting point of my journey, and I am thankful for the way things unfolded. Without that exper...
Israeli PM Netanyahu Urges Strong Action Against Hamas for New Army Recruits
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Israeli PM Netanyahu Urges Strong Action Against Hamas for New Army Recruits

Appealing to new army recruits, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has emphasized the need to confront Hamas relentlessly. In a recent address from his office, he called on the fresh soldiers to assume combat roles and resist a formidable adversary with vigor. Netanyahu declared, "As you enter the IDF (army) with outstanding combat positions, your mission is to confront a ruthless enemy. We are striking back at them fiercely and will prevail." The conflict, initiated by Hamas on October 7th, 2021, has inflicted extensive damage on Gaza, sparking global criticism of Israel's strategies due to the high number of civilian casualties and the severe humanitarian crisis affecting Gaza's 2.4 million residents. Netanyahu's statements come in the backdrop of escalating tensions in the Mid...
Olalekan Oyeyemi Granted N50m Bail with Two Sureties by Court
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Olalekan Oyeyemi Granted N50m Bail with Two Sureties by Court

Recently, a Federal High Court in Osogbo, Osun State approved the bail application of Olalekan Oyeyemi, an appointee of Governor Ademola Adeleke, with a bail sum of N50m, to be furnished by two sureties of equal value. The judge specified that the sureties must include a traditional ruler in the state and a level-17 civil servant or a member of the National Assembly as the second surety. Popularly known as 'Emir', Oyeyemi is a member of Osun Park Management System and is facing a 10-count charge that includes conspiracy, malicious damage, unlawful killing, and acts of terrorism. He pleaded not guilty, with his lawyer, Edmund Biriomoni, filing a formal bail application for his release. During the last court session on March 19, the presiding judge, N. Ayo-Emmanu...
Arewa Group Accuses Gov Yusuf and Kwankwaso of Plotting Violence in Kano
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Arewa Group Accuses Gov Yusuf and Kwankwaso of Plotting Violence in Kano

Allegations have been made by the Arewa Peace and Development Initiative, APDI, claiming that Kano State Governor, Abba Yusuf, and the national leader of the New Nigerian Peoples Party, NNPP, Rabiu Kwankwaso, are conspiring to instigate violence in the state. Expressing their concerns, the group highlighted the potential for chaos in the entire North due to the ongoing feud between the governor and the national chairman of the All Progressives Congress, APC, Abdullahi Ganduje. It is worth noting that Governor Abba Yusuf and Ganduje have been in conflict over alleged financial mismanagement during the previous administration. Recently, Ganduje was suspended by the APC in his Ward in the Dawakin Tofa Local Government Area of the state. In response to these events, Yakubu Dauda, the APDI...
Alleged Armed Robbery Leads to 5 Individuals Being Remanded by Court
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Alleged Armed Robbery Leads to 5 Individuals Being Remanded by Court

Five men have been remanded in a correctional facility by the Iyaganku Magistrates’ Court in Ibadan over alleged armed robbery. The defendants, whose names are Abiodun Solomon (24), Abdulahi Alejolowo (26), Emmanuel Ayobami (31), Kazeem Saka (37), and Taofeek Lawal (35), with undisclosed addresses, are facing charges of conspiracy and armed robbery. The court was informed by the Prosecutor, Insp Olalekan Adegbite, that the defendants carried out the alleged offense around 2:00 am on Jan. 8 in the Olode area of Ibadan. Adegbite explained that the defendants reportedly attacked residents in the area using weapons, and proceeded to rob them of their mobile phones and other belongings. According to Adegbite, the actions of the defendants violated Sections 6(B) and 1(2) of the Robbery and ...