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The Ministerial Successor To Nasir El-Rufai Unveiled

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3 years ago

October 3, 2023

The Ministerial Successor To Nasir El-Rufai Unveiled....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

On Tuesday, President Bola Tinubu officially nominated Abbas Balarabe to replace the former Governor of Kaduna State, Nasir El-Rufai, as a minister. This nomination was formally announced by the Senate President, GodsWill Akpabio, during the plenary session on Tuesday.

It’s worth noting several key details about Abbas Balarabe, who is set to assume this ministerial role:

– Abbas Balarabe currently serves as the Secretary to the Government of Kaduna State.
– He was born on February 5th, 1958.
– Balarabe’s place of birth is Kachia, in the Kaduna State Local Government Area.
– He received his primary education at Kofar Kuyambana Primary School (Town School Number One Zaria) from 1964 to 1970.
– Balarabe continued his education at Barewa College in Zaria, attending from 1971 to 1975.
– From 1976 to 1978, he pursued studies at the Katsina College of Arts, Science, and Technology in Zaria.
– In November 1977, he completed an Interim Joint Matriculation Board Certificate (IJMB), equivalent to a General Certificate of Education Advanced Level.
– Balarabe then attended Ahmadu Bello University in Zaria from 1978 to 1981, where he earned a Bachelor of Science (B.sc) in Political Science.
– He furthered his academic journey at Ahmadu Bello University, completing a Master of Science (M.sc) in Political Science from 1984 to 1986.

These details provide insight into the background and qualifications of Abbas Balarabe, who has been nominated to take on the role of minister.

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SHOCKWAVE IN FOREX MARKET: See How Much A Dollar Costs Today, August 5!

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4 minutes ago

August 5, 2026

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Parallel (Black) Market Rates: According to Bureau De Change (BDC) sources in Lagos for Tuesday, August 4, 2026, the parallel market traded the US Dollar at a buying rate of ₦1,410 and a selling rate of ₦1,425.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
- Official CBN Rates: Central Bank of Nigeria figures recorded rates ranging from a low of ₦1,361 to a high of ₦1,364.
Key Advisory Notes
- Regulatory Stance: The CBN does not officially recognize the parallel market and advises individuals engaging in foreign exchange transactions to utilize authorized banking channels.
- Price Variance: Actual market transaction rates may differ across various dealers and locations due to continuous market fluctuations.

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Nobody Can Beat Me In Any Election – Davido Boasts

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9 minutes ago

August 5, 2026

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During a livestream conversation with comedian Carter Efe, Afrobeats artist Davido stated that he is confident he would emerge victorious in any Nigerian election—including a presidential race—if the voting process were truly transparent and free of manipulation.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

Stance on Politics: Davido expressed that he currently has no interest in seeking public office, such as a governorship position, because he lacks faith in the country’s credibility and believes election results are often predetermined.
Resistance to Rigging: The singer emphasized that he would not quietly accept being cheated out of a victory, preferring to focus entirely on his music career until systemic reforms take place.
Osun State Elections: He also mentioned that he is closely monitoring political developments ahead of the upcoming governorship election in Osun State.

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THE ULTIMATE ESCAPE: Falz Drops Massive Bombshell On Why He Fled The Courtroom To Avoid Total Chaos!.

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15 minutes ago

August 5, 2026

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Nigerian rapper and trained lawyer Folarin Falana, widely known as Falz, shared on the Behind The Story podcast that the rising demands of his music career and growing public visibility led him to step away from active law practice.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
- After being called to the Nigerian Bar in 2012 following his studies at the University of Reading and the Nigerian Law School in Abuja, Falz initially practiced litigation alongside his father, human rights lawyer Femi Falana.
- He realized the potential for disruptions during a court appearance when a judge recognized him from his entertainment career, prompting him to consider how future visibility might distract from legal proceedings.
- Falz noted that his widespread recognition could cause clients to doubt his availability and focus, making it increasingly difficult to balance active court representation with his flourishing music path.