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Tinubu’s still subsidizing fuel despite price hike, El-Rufai claims

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The former governor of Kaduna state, Nasir El-Rufai has claimed that the current government, under the aegis of President Bola Tinubu is still subsidizing fuel in the country.

El-Rufai stressed that the government is still paying huge amounts to subsidize the fuel adding that yet, the price of fuel is still very high.

It can be recalled that during his inaugural speech on May 29, 2023, the President proclaimed the end of gasoline subsidies.

The presidency has further often stated that the government has not spent, and will not spend a cent on petrol subsidies.

However, while addressing media in Maiduguri on Monday, El-Rufai stated that gasoline subsidies are back, adding that the Tinubu administration is paying more than previous governments.

In his words, the measures of support that would reduce the impact of fuel subsidy were not effective, which later led to the reversal of the policy.

“Fuel subsidy is another policy that has been implemented by the president, it’s the right policy. I always supported withdrawing fuel subsidy.

“But, in the course of implementation as you can see the government has now realized that the subsidy has to be back because right now, we are paying a lot of money for subsidy even more than before.

“This is because the impact has been seen and the packages of support that would reduce the impact have not been so effective in reducing the impact, so the federal government is back now subsidizing petrol.

“If they want to know whether we are subsidizing or not, they should compare the price of petrol and diesel because petrol should be more expensive than diesel but diesel is priced above a thousand naira while petrol is at N600 per liter.

“So, we are still subsidizing petrol because the government has realised that they way it implemented the fuel subsidy initially required some adjustments. That’s what I keep saying about policy and policy pragmatism,” he said.

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Lord’s Chosen Church Denounces Fake Testimony Videos Circulating Online

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The Lord’s Chosen Charismatic Revival Ministries has strongly denounced the ridicule surrounding viral videos of member testimonies, asserting that the church would never fabricate such accounts.

In response to the viral video floating on social media, the head of Public Relations and Media, Pastor Chidi Louis, explained that one of the testimonies was a recounting of a dream, which was taken out of context to discredit the church.

Pastor Louis urged the public to watch the full testimonies on the church’s official platform for clarity.

He added that some bloggers maliciously edit videos to mock the work of God and warned against believing everything seen online.

Freedom Times News gathered that these remarks followed the circulation of testimonies deemed incredible by many viewers, including one where a member claimed a lion had saved them and another where a woman said she overpowered armed robbers and seized their AK-47 rifles.

The church urged Nigerians to be skeptical of what they see online, warning that some bloggers deliberately misrepresent content for sensationalism.

A male member also described surviving a kidnapping, machete attacks, and gunshots without injury.

In response, the church clarified that the footage was manipulated.

The church dismissed the viral videos as fake and encouraged people to disregard them.

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On Only One Condition I Can Go Nude in Film, Actress Kehinde Bankole Explains

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Popular Nigerian actress, model, and television host, Kehinde Bankole, has revealed the only condition that would make her accept a nude role in a movie.

She disclosed this during a recent podcast appearance, when she was asked whether she would be willing to perform nude scenes on screen.

In response, the actress explained that, she believes nudity and explicit scenes are not always essential for conveying a compelling narrative in films.

She elucidated further that, such content should only be included if it genuinely serves the story.

She said, “As far as it is intelligently required, not just because it is required. Sometimes, you do not need nudity, you do not need excessive kissing, you do not need all of that to tell a good story.

“For example, if a couple has been married for 10 years, you do not need to start the scene by showing them in a sexual act.”

Although the actress expressed concern that her opinion might be misinterpreted, but noted that she would only take on nude roles if they are “artistically required”.

“I do not like that question because the answer would always be taken out of context. This is the internet, after all. I will just say that I can do what is artistically required,” she added.

Bankole made her entertainment debut in Miss Commonwealth Nigeria 2003, then proceeded with MBGN 2004. She was named Revelation of the Year at the 2009 Best of Nollywood Awards, two years after her first screen feature in Wale Adenuga’s Super Story.

Since then, she has starred in numerous Nollywood productions, including ‘Adire’, ‘Sister’, and ‘Funmilayo Ransome Kuti’.

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Bobrisky Released from Kirikiri, Warns: Don’t Spray Money or Risk Becoming a Kirikiri Landlord

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Controversial crossdresser, Idris Okuneye, popularly known as Bobrisky, has regained freedom after spending six months behind bars at the Kirikiri Correctional Centre.

His release comes after being convicted for abusing the naira by spraying it lavishly at parties.

In an exclusive interview with GoldMyneTV, Bobrisky issued a stern warning to his followers: “Follow the rules, abide by the law. Don’t spray money carelessly, unless you want to become a landlord inside Kirikiri.”

 

The crossdresser emphasized that seemingly innocuous actions like spraying money could lead to serious consequences.

He expressed gratitude to his loyal friends who stood by him during his incarceration.

Recalls that during the court proceedings six months ago, Bobrisky pleaded for a second chance to educate his followers about responsible money use.

“My Lord, I wish that you could give me a second chance to use my platform to inform and educate my followers about spraying money.

“I would do a video on my page and I will educate people about spraying money. I will not repeat this, My Lord. I regret my actions, My Lord.”

He vowed not to repeat his past mistakes and expressed regret for his actions. Consequently, the judge didn’t paid keen hears to his pleads, but was sentenced to six months in prison.

On Monday August 5, 2024, Bobrisky was released after he severed his full jail time at the Kirikiri correctional Centre.

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