NEWS

2023 Elections: We’re Collating Names Of Nigerians Who Incited Electoral Violence – UK

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3 months ago

March 23, 2023

Following the conclusion of the 2023 general elections in the country, the British high commission has disclosed it is collating relevant information about Nigerians who engaged in anti-democratic actions during the polls.

The commission which disclosed that members of its observation team witnessed vote buying, voter intimidation, destruction of election materials, and harassment of journalists during the governorship elections, expressed concern over use of inflammatory ethno-religious language by some political figures.

The Statement Read;

“We observed improvements around elections logistics by INEC during the gubernatorial elections, particularly when compared to the Presidential elections.

“More polling units opened on time, there was greater evidence of BVAS and IREV working and results uploaded in real-time from polling units and collation centres. These are positive markers to build on for future elections.

“However, there were notable points of concern. Members of our observation mission personally observed violence, and voter suppression in numerous voting locations.

“We witnessed and received credible reports from other observer missions and civil society organisations, of vote buying and voter intimidation, the destruction and hijacking of election materials, and the general disruption of the process in numerous states including Lagos, Enugu, and Rivers.

“In addition, we observed incidents of harassment of journalists. Freedom of speech and a free press are crucial for a healthy democracy, and journalists must be able to go about their work without being threatened.

“The UK is concerned by the use of inflammatory ethno-religious language by some public and political figures.

“We call on all leaders not just to distance themselves from this kind of language, but to prevent those who speak on their behalf from doing so in this way.

“It is a testament to their commitment to democracy that many Nigerians were prepared to vote despite being faced with intimidation and hostility.

“The UK Minister of State for Development and Africa, Andrew Mitchell MP, said on 21 February, that the UK is prepared to take action against those who engage in or incite electoral violence and other anti-democratic behaviours, and action could include preventing people from obtaining UK visas or imposing sanctions under our human rights sanctions regime.

“We can confirm that we are collating relevant information, with a view to taking action against some individuals.”

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Entertainment

Seyi Vibez Hits No 1 On Apple Music, Days After Zinoleesky Said He Can’t, Even with Help Of Native Doctor

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18 hours ago

June 9, 2023

Baba Blow

Seyi Vibez, topped the Apple Music Top 100 despite his colleague zinoleesky criticizing his musical abilities.

It should be noted that Seyi released the track ‘Hat trick’ a few days ago in the midst of his feud with Zinoleesky, who told him that the song would fail even if he consulted a Babalawo – herbalist.

“If you like meet original babalawo wey sabi, your song will not smell number 1” he says.

Only a week after its release, the single has surpassed a lot of songs on the Apple Music Top Songs and is currently topping the list.

Seyi Vibez’ Hat Trick overtook Young John’s Aquafina, Asake and Olamide’s Amapiano, and most especially, Zinoleesky’s A1 which currently seats at number five.

Reacting to the post;

KvngJaypee1 wrote: “Money dey leave matter Para boy never fails.”

Ben_ji09 wrote: “The farmers will make more money”

stone_cold550 wrote: “If not for the clout he wouldn’t have seen too 5 tho”

onlyemperor wrote: “Y’all zino was talking about billboard not Apple Music.”

Bigg_Joshh wrote: “Who even listens to his songs?”

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NEWS

Nigeria Customs Sets To Ban Okrika Clothes, Gives Reasons

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18 hours ago

June 9, 2023

Baba Blow

The Nigeria Customs Service has announced plans to ban the selling of Okrika clothing in Nigeria.

During a recent interview, a Customs Service representative stated that the selling of Okrika clothing was harmful to the nation as a whole.

In his words:

“Okrika clothes is injurious to the health of the nation. That is why government deem it fit that it should be banned.

“One should be curious. Nobody knows how and who used these clothings. And most importantly smugglers desirous to turn Nigeria into a dumping ground. We should not accept it.

“We are a country well blessed with human and natural resources. Why will someone go and bring used products?”

Reacting to the video,

tonia.gram wrote: “Let the poor breaffff. Don’t suffocate us .”

Babajideedges stated: “I’m sure the same person who raised the fuss about my beloved ponmo is behind this. Don’t worry guys, they failed with ponmo, they will fail with this also.

Insensitive bunch that are paying 30k minimum wage but are here forming National Classism. Asan Oniranu Abuse of priority!”

Brandy_ish wrote: “These people are so disconnected from the true plights of the people. This is how the really poor are able to afford clothing. Like how are we so blessed with clueless people at the top? Until they deepen the gap between the rich and the poor, they can’t rest. God abeg save this country cos I don’t even understand anymore.”

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