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Peter Okoye Defends His Children Over French Language Criticism, Says He Is Proud of the Opportunities They Have

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Popular Nigerian singer Peter Okoye , better known as Mr P of the legendary music duo P-Square , has responded to critics who questioned why his children speak French fluently. The singer made it clear that he has no regrets about exposing his children to multiple languages and cultures, stating that he is proud of the opportunities he has been able to provide for them. The issue began after a video of Mr P's children speaking French circulated on social media. While many fans praised the children's confidence and language skills, others criticized the family, suggesting that the children should focus more on speaking Nigerian languages . Rather than ignore the comments, Mr P took to social media to defend his family. The singer explained that giving his children access to quality education and international exposure has always been one of his priorities as a father. According to him, learning French is an advantage in today's world and should be celebrated rather tha...
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Kano police arrest 16 suspected kidnappers, armed robbers and 24-year-old man who faked own kidnap and demanded N600k ransom from his family

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  The State Magistrate of Police, CP Hussaini Gumel, who unveiled this during a press instructions on Thursday, December 28, 2023, said the order likewise captured a 24-year-elderly person, who faked his hijack and requested N600, 000 payoff from his loved ones. "Following a report of seizing by one Yusuf Isah, 'm', of PRP Transport Stop Kano on 18/12/2023 at around 0800, who said his sibling, Usman Nasiru, matured 24 years, 'm', of a similar location, ventured out from home and didn't return until on 19/12/2023 when there was a subsequent meet-ups call got by Hajiya Suwaiba Yusha'u, the mother of Usman Nasiru, from the alleged casualty guaranteeing that he was hijacked and a payoff of 600,000 (N600,000:00) was requested for his delivery," the CP said. "On receipt of the report, groups of agents from the Counter seizing unit of the order took care of business and safeguarded the person in question. Further examination uncovered that the casualty c...
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Show others how its done, upscale endeavors in handling uncertainty - Matawalle charges recently advanced Armed force officials

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The Minister of State for Defence, Dr Bello Matawalle, has charged recently advanced senior officials of the Nigerian Armed force to show praiseworthy authority and strengthen endeavors in the battle against frailty, particularly in the North West and other disturbed aspects of the country. Significant General Onyema Nwachukwu, Chief, Armed force Advertising, in a proclamation said the Minister gave the charge at the induction service of 47 recently elevated Brigadier Commanders to the position of Significant General at the Military Base camp Order Officials' Wreck 1, Asokoro, Abuja. As per the assertion, the minister noted that their advancement was a demonstration of their boldness, commitment to obligation and difficult work, adding that it is a compensation for constancy, proficient lead and sacrificial penances. He featured the requirement for the recently elevated senior officials to show others how its done, move their subordinates and team up with other security organizatio...
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Stop oil theft, naval chief tells promoted officers

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  The Head of Maritime Staff, Bad habit Naval commander Emmanuel Ogalla, has approached the recently elevated maritime senior officials to strengthen endeavors towards controling oil burglary and other sea wrongdoings in the country. Ogalla advised them that other than commitment in the oceanic climate, the Naval force was likewise associated with counter-psychological oppression activities in the North-East and North-West, asking them to do everything they can for free the nation of guiltiness. Ogalla gave the charge on Thursday, 28th December in Abuja during the beautification function of the advanced officials. The PUNCH reports that six officials were enhanced with the position of Commodore, four with Chief position, and 16 with Administrator rank. Ogalla, who was addressed by the Head of Strategy and Plans, Back Naval commander Joseph Akpan, asked the officials not to underestimate their advancements. He said, "As I referenced, at this promising time throughout the entire exi...
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“Powering Nigeria’s Future: How Gas Investments Are Cutting Costs and Driving Growth”

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Dubai Jails Nigerian Lady For Filming Maltreatment, Family Kicks

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A Nigerian woman, identified as @dunchichi on Twitter, has been reportedly sentenced to a one-year jail term by the United Arab Emirates government for a social media post, showing how some Nigerian nationals were illegally detained at Dubai international airport.  On August 31, Lar had taken to her  Twitter  page to share photos and videos of herself and other people she identified as Nigerians being detained at the Dubai international airport. She wrote,  “I am at the Dubai international airport and myself and some tiger Nigerians with valid visas are being held in a room hours after arriving with no explanation and no information on what we can do. Please help me. There is more than 20 of us.” In a series of posts that followed, Lar accused the airport authorities of humiliating Nigerians. On Saturday, her family, in a post by one  @jerrydoubles,  said she was sentenced for exposing the maltreatments of Nigerians in Dubai. The post read in part,  “I...
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Title: MultiChoice Nigeria Fined ₦766 Million for Data Privacy Violations

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MultiChoice Nigeria , the popular entertainment and satellite television service provider, has been slammed with a hefty fine of ₦766 million by the Nigeria Data Protection Commission (NDPC) over violations of the country's Data Protection Act . The development marks a major move by Nigerian authorities to uphold data privacy and ensure organizations are held accountable for mishandling personal data. The NDPC’s investigation revealed that MultiChoice was involved in what it described as " intrusive data processing " practices. These included collecting and handling the personal data of both subscribers and non-subscribers without proper consent. Furthermore, the commission found evidence that MultiChoice engaged in cross-border transfers of Nigerian citizens’ data without complying with legal protocols. According to the NDPC, these actions were in violation of Section 37 of the 1999 Nigerian Constitution and the Nigeria Data Protection Act 2023 . The probe, which ...
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