Nigeria Politics Weekly : Recent Episodes
@nigeriasbest and @phoenix_agenda
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@nigeriasbest and @phoenix_agenda were joined by @I_Am_Ilemona and @Chxta
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@nigeriasbest and @phoenix_agenda were joined by @JudgeIyke
They discussed the political, economic & security outlook for 2025.
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@phoenix_agenda and @nigeriasbest were joined by @Chxta .
They discussed:
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The Indian Prime Minister's visit to Nigeria.
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President Tinubu’s state visit to France
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The arrest of Simon Ekpa
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The Tax Reform Bill
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Nigeria's ranking on the Vulnerability Index.
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@nigeriasbest and @phoenix_agenda discussed the death of the Army Chief, the elections in Ondo State and the recent inflation figures.
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In this week's episode, @nigeriasbest was joined by @davidfrum , Senior Editor of the Atlantic Magazine and former Speech Writer to President G W Bush.
They discussed the US Presidential elections from the Nigerian perspective.
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@nigeriasbest and @phoenix_agenda were joined by @AminuEcon
They discussed:
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President Bola Tinubu’s cabinet reshuffle.
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Rumours of an alliance between Peter Obi and Rabiu Kwankwaso.
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Minister for Works David Umahi being criticized by the legislature.
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@nigeriasbest and @phoenix_agenda were joined by @lloydatiku
They discussed:
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The World Bank's review of the Nigerian economy.
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The deaths of 170 people in Jigawa State.
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The anniversary of the #EndSARS protests.
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@nigeriasbest and @phoenix_agenda discussed the following news stories:
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Flooding in Borno State which displaced over 1 million people.
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Nyesom Wike's comments on the Edo Gubernatorial campaigns.
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President Bola Tinubu’s trip to China.
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@nigeriasbest and @phoenix_agenda were joined by @chxta
They discussed:
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The seizure of Nigerian assets by Chinese investors.
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The kidnapping of medical students from Benue.
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The appointment of a new Chief Justice of Nigeria.
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The aftermath of the August protests
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@nigeriasbest and @phoenix_agenda were joined by @Dot_E_Fresh
We discussed:
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The Samoa Agreement between the EU & African States.
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The anniversary of the death of MKO Abiola.
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The claims by Tinubu’s tax adviser that Nigeria is broke.
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The recent UK elections and the implications for Nigeria.
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@nigeriasbest and @phoenix_agenda were joined by @NamEswitheld .
They discussed:
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Allegations that the Tinubu administration is running four budgets concurrently.
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The stimulus package announced by President Tinubu.
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Peter Obi’s demand that Tinubu complies with a court order granting Nnamdi Kanu bail.
@nigeriasbest and @phoenix_agenda were joined by @eloka51
They discussed:
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The political crisis in Rivers State
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The reported N24 trillion increase in the national debt
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The leak of BVN, NIN & passport details of Nigerians.
@nigeriasbest and @phoenix_agenda were joined by @Chxta .
They discussed:
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The democracy day celebrations.
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Recent developments with the Binance prosecutions.
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The Cholera outbreak in Lagos.
@nigeriasbest and @phoenix_agenda were joined by @DavidHundeyin
They discussed:
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The new National Anthem
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The proposed bill to grant powers over interest rates to the federal government
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President Tinubu’s first year in office
@nigeriasbest & @phoenix_agenda were joined by @AminuEcon .
They discussed:
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The crisis in Kano over the dissolution of the Emirate.
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The recent inflation figures in Nigeria.
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The latest developments with the Lagos-Calabar coastal road.
@nigeriasbest and @phoenix_agenda were joined by @AminuEcon
They discussed:
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The Government borrowing N3.8 trillion form the Central Bank.
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Allegations that Governor Yahaya Bello looted his state to pay his childrens’ school fees.
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The fire incident in Rivers State leading to the deaths of scores of motorists.
@nigeriasbest and phoenix_agenda were joined by @lloydatiku
They discussed:
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The Central Bank Governor’s recent press conference.
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The leadership crisis within the Peoples Democratic Party.
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The EFCC’s attempt to arrest former Governor Yahaya Bello.
@nigeriasbest and @phoenix_agenda were joined by @Dot_E_Fresh
They discussed:
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The Lagos-Calabar coastal road project.
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The conviction of the Nigerian celebrity "Bobrisky".
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The impeachment of the Edo State Deputy Governor , Philip Shuaibu
@nigeriasbest and @phoenix_agenda were joined by @NamEswitheld and @I_Am_Ilemona
They discussed:
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The Nigerian government’s prosecution of Binance employees.
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The increase in electricity tariffs
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The Governor of Kaduna State’s complaint about its debt burden.
@nigeriasbest and @phoenix_agenda were joined by @NamEswitheld
They discussed:
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The killings in Okuama
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The budget fraud allegations in the Senate
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The Central Bank Governor’s claim that all FX claims have been settled.
@nigeriasbest and @phoenix_agenda were joined by @RayErvero .
They discussed:
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The IBD Dende smuggling scandal.
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The kidnapping of over 200 school children in Kaduna State.
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President Tinubu’s official visit to Qatar
@nigeriasbest and @phoenix_agenda were joined by @Ose_Anenih .
They discussed:
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The National Security Adviser’s use of the security forces to rescue the Naira.
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The lifting of ECOWAS sanctions on Niger Republic.
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The new Bureau De Change regulations issued by the Central Bank
@nigeriasbest and @phoenix_agenda were joined by @lloydatiku .
They discussed:
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The Central Bank Governor's claim that Students are responsible for the shortage of Dollars in the economy.
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The IMF's support for President Tinubu's policies
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The continuous fall in the value of the Naira
@nigeriasbest and @phoenix_agenda were joined by @Its_Oluseyi
They discussed their 2024 predictions for Nigeria’s politics and economy.
@nigerisbest and @phoenix_agenda were joined by @chiefkeon
They discussed the following topics:
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The political crisis in Rivers State
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Controversies surrounding the Chief Justice of Nigeria
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President Tinubu’s claims that economic growth has been stalled by the absence of data.
@nigeriasbest and @phoenix_agenda were joined by @AminuEcon and @Capitaltrader_
They discussed the following news stories:
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The accidental bombing of Kaduna by the Nigerian military.
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The alleged opening of the Nigerian borders to goods from Benin Republic.
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Asue Ighodalo’s candidacy for Governor of Edo State.
@nigeriasbest and @phoenix_agenda were joined by @lloydatiku .
They discussed the following news stories:
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Nigeria's participation at COP 23 in Dubai.
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The Chief Justice of Nigeria's recent speech.
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The 2024 Budget Presentation.
@nigeriasbest and @phoenix_agenda were joined by @Eloka51 and @I_Am_Ilemona .
They discussed:
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President Tinubu’s Supreme Court victory.
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The valedictory speech of Justice Dattijo
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Nigeria’s victory in its suit against P&ID
@nigeriasbest and @phoenix_agenda discussed the following stories:
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The anniversary of the #endsars protests.
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The suits filed in the US with regards to the FBI records of President Tinubu.
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The demolition of private buildings by the Lagos State Government.
@nigeriasbest and @phoenix_agenda discussed the following news stories:
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The Central Bank of Nigeria’s new policy on imports.
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Peter Obi’s press conference.
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The Israel v Palestine war and its implications for Nigeria.
@nigeriasbest and @phoenix_agenda were joined by @AminuEcon and @DavidHundeyin .
They discussed the outcome of the deposition of Chicago State University Staff with regards to Presiden Bola Tinubu's academic records.
@nigeriasbest and @phoenix_agenda discussed:
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President Tinubu’s Independence Day Speech.
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The latest developments with Atiku’s lawsuit in the US.
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The alleged poisoning of the Nigerian Tourism Minister.
@nigeriasbest and @phoenix_agenda discussed the following news stories:
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Atiku’s lawsuit in Chicago requesting access to President Tinubu’s academic records.
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The appointment of Yemi Cardoso as the new Central Bank Governor.
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The electoral tribunal rulings in Enugu and Kano States.
@nigeriasbest and @phoenix_agenda discussed President Tinubu’s victory at the Presidential Elections Petitions Tribunal.
@nigeriasbest & @phoenix_agenda discussed the following stories:
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President Tinubu’s first 100 days in office.
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The military coup in Gabon and its implications for Nigeria.
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The Aviation Minister’s decision to suspend the launch of a national carrier as well as the concessioning of the national airports.
@nigeriasbest and @phoenix_agenda discussed:
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The recent appointment of President Tinubu’s Cabinet.
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The release of the Central Bank’s financial reports.
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The recently published unemployment data by the National Bureau of Statistics.
@nigeriasbest and @phoenix_agenda discussed the following news stories:
- President Bola Tinubu's submission of his cabinet nominees to the Senate.
2. Central Bank Governor Emiefele's appearance in Court.
- The military coup in Niger Republic
@nigeriasbest and @phoenix_agenda dicussed the following news stores:
- The filing of Charges against the suspended Central Bank Governor
2. The State Of Emergency on Food declared by President Tinubu.
- Reports that Tinubu intends to drop some cabinet nominees due to corruption allegations.
@nigeriasbest and @phoenix_agenda were joined by @I_Am_Ilemona
They discussed President Tinubu's first month in office.
@nigeriasbest and @phoenix_agenda were joined by @BulusBarnabas2
They discussed the following topics:
1. President Tinubu's recent appointments of Special Advisers.
2. The alleged floating of the Naira.
3. Senator Bulkachuwa's claim that he influenced his wife's judicial rulings.
@nigeriasbest and @phoenix_agenda were joined by @Chxta
They discussed the following topics:
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The Fuel price increases announced by the Nigerian Government.
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The suspension of Nigeria's central bank Governor.
3. Bola Tinubu's appointment of a Chief of Staff and Secretary to Government.
@nigeriasbest and @phoenix_agenda were joined by @I_Am_Ilemona .
They discussed:
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President Buhari's overall record as President.
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The agenda of the incoming President Bola Tinubu
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The Nigerian Senate's increase in the borrowing limit from the Central Bank.
@nigeriasbest and @phoenix_agenda were joined by @AminuEcon .
They discussed:
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The leaked tapes of Kano Governor Ganduje alleging betrayal by Bola Tinubu.
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The US Secretary of State's Call to Bola Tinubu.
3. Zamfara Governor Matawalle's claim that the EFCC Chairman demanded a $2m bribe from him.
@nigeriasbest and @phoenix_agenda were joined by @lloydatiku .
They discussed:
- The Federal Government's 22 Trillion Debt owed to the Central bank.
- The National Assembly's leadership battles.
- Peter Obi and Atiku Abubakar's suit challenging Tinubu's victory
@nigeriasbest and @phoenix_agenda were joined by Peter Enahoro aka Peter Pan.
They discussed Bola Tinubu’s alleged electoral victory and INEC’s performance.
@nigeriasbest and @phoenix_agenda were joined by @Eloka51 . They discussed the following topics:
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The Obi alleged conversation with Bishop Oyedepo
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The Government's fine of Channels TV for interviewing Datti Baba Ahmed
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The controversy surrounding the whereabouts of Bola Tinubu
@nigeriasbest and @phoenix_agenda were joined by @SNakande .
They discussed Governor Adeleke's victory at the Court of appeal and Peter Obi's suit challenging Bola Tinubu's status as President-elect.
@nigeriasbest and @phoenix_agenda were joined by @JudgeIyke and @lloydatiku .
They discussed the gubernatorial elections and the role of INEC and the attacks on Igbos in Lagos State.
@nigeriasbest and @phoenix_agenda were joined by @AminuEcon and @SNakande
They discussed:
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Bola Tinubu's victory
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The Supreme Court's Ruling on the Naira redesign.
@nigeriasbest and @phoenix_agenda were joined by @I_Am_Ilemona .
They discussed the Presidential elections held on 25 February 2023.
@nigeriasbest and @phoenix_agenda were joined by @tundeleye . They discussed the recently published polling results by SBM intelligence and President Buhari's address to the nation.
@nigeriasbest and @phoenix_agenda were joined by @je_mc2 and @mezbeloo . They discussed polling on the 2023 Presidential Elections.
@nigeriasbest and @phoenix_agenda were joined by and @JudgeIyke
They discussed:
- The scarcity of the Naira
- Buhari's endorsement of Bola Tinubu
3. Governor Elrufai's attack on Peter Obi
@phoenix_agenda and @nigeriasbest were joined by @SNakande and @Dot_E_Fresh
They discussed the following news reports:
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Osun State Election Tribunal's ruling.
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Bola Tinubu’s claim that hidden forces are plotting to sabotage his campaign.
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The House of Representatives threat to arrest CBN Governor Godwin Emiefele.
@nigeriasbest and @phoenix_agenda were joined by @lloydatiku .
They discussed the following news stories:
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Atiku's statement that only those that deliver their polling units will get contracts & political appointments.
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The Nigerian Finance ministers trip to Davos & Central Bank Governor Emiefele's return to Nigeria.
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The BBC’s report on Nigerian influencers being paid to spread political propaganda.
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Peter Obi's speech at Chatham House.
@nigeriasbest and @phoenix_agenda were joined by @AfroVII .
They discussed:
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The incriminating Atiku tapes released by his former aide.
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Governor Soludo's plea for Nnamdi kanu to be released into his care.
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Tinubu's speech to the Nigerian Economic Summit Group.
@nigeriasbest and @phoenix_agenda were joined by @Chxta .
They discussed their political and economic projections for 2023.
@nigeriasbest and @phoenix_agenda were joined by @Eloka51
They discussed the following news stories:
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The reports that the Nigerian Security Service is seeking the arrest of Central Bank Governor Emiefele.
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The criminal conviction of Peter Obi's campaign Director General.
3. Atiku Abubakar's comments on the principle of a rotational presidency.
@nigeriasbest and @phoenix_agenda were joined by @JudgeIyke and @ChinoOnuh
They discussed the following political developments:
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The SBM 2023 election projections
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Bola Tinubu's media war with Thisday Newspapers
3. The petition to sanction pro-Biafra activist, Simon Ekpa.
@nigeriasbest and @phoenix_agenda were joined by @SNakande
and @lloydatiku
They discussed the following news stories:
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Bola Tinubu's speech at Chatham House
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The Central Bank's new cash withdrawal rules.
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Reports that the Nigerian Army engaged in an illegal abortion programme.
@nigeriasbest and @phoenix_agenda were joined by @BulusBarnabas2 , @chuvanze and @JudgeIyke
They discussed the following topics:
1. The launch of Peter Obi's manifesto.
- The claims by the Central Bank that the NNPC has stopped remitting dollars to it.
3. The unlawful arrest of a Nigerian citizen by Aisha Buhari.
@nigeriasbest and @phoenix_agenda were joined by @I_Am_Ilemona .
They discussed:
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The APC's opposition to the use of BVAS
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The swearing in of the new Osun Governor
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The Chief Justice of Nigeria's alleged political comments.
@nigeriasbest and @phoenix_agenda were joined by @AminuEcon . They discussed the following news reports from last week:
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Governor Soludo's attack on Peter Obi
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The alleged oil discovery in Northern Nigeria
3. The Presidential Town Hall organised by the NTA
@nigeriasbest and @phoenix_agenda were joined by @SNakande and @Eloka51 . They discussed the following news stories:
1. The Court Documents relating to Bola Tinubu's drug related investigation.
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The Presidential Town Hall debates amongst the Presidential Candidates.
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Peter Obi's campaign visit to Edo State.
@nigeriasbest and @phoenix_agenda were joined by @je_mc2 of @StearsInsights
They discussed the upcoming 2023 Elections and the available data & polling sources for tracking the results and learning about the candidates.
@nigeriasbest and @phoenix_agenda were joined by @lloydatiku .
They discussed the following topics:
1. The Central Bank's decision to change the Nigerian currency.
2. The security scare in Abuja
3. Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar's to the US.
@nigeriasbest and @phoenix_agenda were joined by @Chxta . They discussed the following news stories:
- Retired General Danjuma's call on Nigerians to defend themselves against armed foreign bandits
2. The launch of Bola Tinubu's manifesto.
3. Former Governor Sule Lamido's attack on Nyesom Wike
@nigeriasbest and @phoenix_agenda were joined by @I_Am_Ilemona and @AminuEcon
They discussed two stories from the week:
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The floods sweeping the country leading to the deaths of over 600 people.
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The political candidates address to the Arewa Joint Committee.
@nigeriasbest and @phoenix_agenda were joined by @GideonSaysSo , @lloydatiku and @SNakande
They discussed the following news stories:
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The return of Bola Tinubu from London.
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Peter Obi's visit to Oxford University.
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The alleged discovery of an illegal oil pipeline in the Niger Delta.
@nigeriasbest and @phoenix_agenda were joined by @Dontee___ and @BulusBarnabas2
They discussed the following news stories:
- Bola Tinubu publishes the names of the members of his Campaign Council.
2. Nyesom Wike criticises the PDP.
- Governor Akeredolu alleges that the Federal Government is treating Amotekun unfairly.
@nigeriasbest and @phoenix_agenda were joined by @ikhide and @davidfrum .
They discussed the Benin Bronzes looted by the British in 1897 and whether they should be returned to Nigeria.
@nigeriasbest and @phoenix_agenda were joined by @I_Am_Ilemona .
They discussed the following topics:
1. APC Vice Presidential Candidate Shettima's claim that Nigeria needs Abacha’s hospitality and Tinubu has these qualities.
2. The reports that the number of out of school kids is significantly high.
3. News reports of Lagos State Government auctioning off vehicles for traffic violations.
4. Peter Obi's recent interview with CNN.
@nigeriasbest and @phoenix_agenda were joined by @E__onuh2 and @AnthonyEhilebo
They discussed the following topics:
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The death of the Queen (Nigeria's former Head of State)
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The political dispute with the Peoples Democratic Party
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Peter Obi's overseas speaking engagements.
@nigeriasbest and @phoenix_agenda were joined by @lloydatiku and @SNakande .
We discussed the following news stories:
1. Nigerian Governments's revelation that its debts will reach N50 trillion and that the 2023 budget will have a deficit of N11.3 trillion.
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President Buhari's decision to appoint First Lady, Aisha Buhari’s Brother as Managing Director, Nigerian Security Printing and Minting Company.
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Online speculation about the background of the APC's Presidential Candidate Bola Tinubu.
In this episode, @nigeriasbest and @phoenix_agenda were joined by @I_Am_Ilemona and @AminuEcon
They discussed:
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Governor Nyesom Wike's negotiations with Atiku Abubakar, Peter Obi and Bola Tinubu.
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The Presidential Candidates appearance at the NBA conference.
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Emirates Airlines decision to cancel flights from Nigeria
@nigeriasbest and @phoenix_agenda were joined by @JudgeIyke
They discussed the following topics:
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The reported feud between Governor Wike and Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar.
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Buhari’s contradictory statements on Seplat’s acquisition of Exxon Mobil’s assets.
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Governor Elrufai’s secret memo to President Buhari about insecurity in his state.
@nigeriasbest and @phoenix_agenda discussed the following topics:
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The EFCC's threat to arrest Nigerians who keep dollars at home.
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Nigeria says it owes $47bn to the Central Bank.
3. The revelation that Nigeria donated billions to Niger Republic to buy trucks.
@nigeriasbest and @phoenix_agenda were joined by @Mr_Nosegbe and @harryngada .
They discussed:
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Nigeria's Debt Crisis
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The allegations that fake Bishops were hired to endorse the APC's Vice Presidential Candidate.
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PDP's Presidential Candidate, Atiku Abubakar's recent interview.
@nigeriasbest and @phoenix_agenda were joined by @lloydatiku and @I_Am_Ilemona .
They discussed the following news reports:
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Bola Tinubu's choice of Kashim Shettima as his running mate.
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Peter Obi's choice of Yusuf Datti Baba-Ahmed as his running mate.
3. The escape of convicted terrorists from the Kuje Prison.
@nigeriasbest and @phoenix_agenda were joined by @DavidHundeyin and @Chxta
They discussed:
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The consequences of Buhari's victory in 2015.
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Former Governor Kwankwaso's television interview.
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Bola Tinubu's options for a running mate.
@nigeriasbest and @phoenix_agenda were joined by @ajabalanwanyi and @Isoko_queeen.
They discussed:
- The arrest of Senator Ekweremadu in the United Kingdom.
2. The uncertainty surrounding Bola Tinubu's educational qualifications.
3. Food inflation in Nigeria
@nigeriasbest and @phoenix_agenda were joined by @lloydatiku , @SNakande and @Dontee___
They discussed:
- Governor Ifeanyi Okowa's seletion as Atiku's running mate.
2. Godwin Emiefele's illegal printing of N15.5 trillion.
- Peter Obi's trip to Egypt.
@nigeriasbest and @phoenix_agenda were joined by @MatthewTPage , @NaijaGoldaMeir , @Dontee___ and @ose_anenih
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Tinubu's victory at the APC's Primaries.
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The sudden increase in voters cards collection.
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The implications of a Tinubu v Atiku v Obi contest
@nigeriasbest and @phoenix_agenda were joined by @BulusBarnabas2 , @uche_igwe and @DavidHundeyin
They discussed:
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The drama surrounding the upcoming APC Presidential Primaries
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The terrorist attacks in Owo, Ondo State
@nigeriasbest and @phoenix_agenda were joined by @AfroVII , @SNakande and @ose_anenih
They discussed the following news stories:
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Atiku Abubakar's victory at the PDP's presidential primaries.
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Peter Obi's defection to the Labour Party.
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INEC's decision to extend the election timetable.
@nigeriasbest and @phoenix_agenda were joined by @cremechic11 , @E__onuh2 and @I_Am_Ilemona .
They discussed:
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The "one million march" in support of presidential candidate Peter Obi.
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The beheading of a legislator in Anambra State.
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The upcoming PDP presidential primaries.
@nigeriasbest was joined by @lungudaboy, @countrybutions and @lloydatiku
They discussed:
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The murder of Deborah Samuel by religious extremists in Sokoto.
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The drama surrounding the sale of APC's presidential nomination forms.
@nigeriasbest and @phoenix_agenda were joined by @JudgeIyke and @OmasanHarriman .
They discussed:
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Bishop Kukah's claim that President Buhari "has ruined Nigeria's unity".
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The statement by the National Security Adviser that Governor Elrufai talks too much.
3. Former President Jonathan's hint that he might enter the 2023 race.
@nigeriasbest and @phoenix_agenda were joined by @ose_anenih and @SNakande .
They discussed the following topics:
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Vice President Osinbajo's Presidential declaration.
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Presidential pardons granted to former Governors Dariye and Nyame
3. The National Assembly approval of N4tn to fund the petrol subsidy
@nigeriasbest and @phoenix_agenda were joined by @BulusBarnabas2 and @MatthewTPage.
They discussed the following news stories:
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Minister for Transport Rotimi Amaechi's presidential declaration.
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The Peoples Democratic Party's decision to reject zoning.
3. The decision by the Courts in kano State to sentence Mubarak Bala, an Atheist, to 24 years imprisonment.
@nigeriasbest and @phoenix_agenda were joined by @Dontee___ and @DavidHundeyin .
They discussed the terrorist attack on the Abuja Kaduna Railway and Governor Yahaya Bello's Presidential declaration.
@nigeriasbest and @phoenix_agenda were joined by @uche_igwe and @I_Am_Ilemona .
They discussed the following topics:
1. The ruling All Progressives Congress's national convention
2. The presidential declarations of Peter Obi and Governor Nyesom Wike
3. The terrorist attack on the Kaduna Airport.
@nigeriasbest and @phoenix_agenda were joined by @ajabalanwanyi and @Chxta .
They discussed:
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The inauguration of Governor Charles Soludo as Anambra State Governor
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The re-instatement of Governor Mai Mala Buni as the APC's Chairman.
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The continued scarcity of petrol and diesel.
@nigeriasbest and @phoenix_agenda were joined by @uche_igwe and @ose_anenih .
They discussed:
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Governor Elrufai's willingness to form a joint ticket with Rotimi Amaechi.
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The Government's ban on foreigners purchasing agricultural produce.
3. The controversy surrounding the APC's chairmanship and the status of the Ebonyi Governor.
@nigeriasbest and @phoenix_agenda were joined by @lloydatiku .
They discussed:
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The war in Ukraine and its impact on Nigeria.
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The university teachers' strike action.
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Atiku Abubakar's 2023 Presidential declaration
@nigeriasbest and @phoenix_agenda were joined by @AfroVII and @AnthonyEhilebo . They discussed:
1. The arrest of Super Cop Abba Kyari
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- The feud between Bola Ahmed Tinubu and Rauf Aregbesola.
@nigeriasbest and @phoenix_agenda were joined by @E__onuh2 and @ose_anenih .
They discussed the following news stories:
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Former Emir Sanusi's claim that Nigeria is living on extra time and that she'll be in a deeper hole in 2023. |
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President Buhari's threat that Importers of contaminated petrol will be held accountable
3. Reports that former Vice President Atiku is preparing to declare his candidacy for President.
@nigeriasbest and @phoenix_agenda were joined by @Dontee___ and @I_Am_Ilemona .
They discussed:
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Governor Waziri Tambuwal's Presidential ambitions.
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News reports alleging a corrupt business relationship between Bola Tinubu and Vice President Yemi Osinbajo.
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The Central bank of Nigeria's new export & import guidelines.
@nigeriasbest and @phoenix_agenda were joined by @lloydatiku and @uche_igwe . They discussed:
- Reports that the Excess Crude Account has been depleted.
2. The expected fuel price increases.
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The Rice Pyramids launched by President Buhari.
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The State of the Nigerian Economy.
@nigeriasbest and @phoenix_agenda were joined by @DavidHundeyin and Andrew Gold.
They discussed:
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Bola Tinubu's presidential ambitions.
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Buhari's reversal of the Twitter Ban.
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The killing over 200 people in Zamfara.
@nigeriasbest and @phoenix_agenda were joined by @ose_anenih and @lungudaboy . They discussed the following topics:
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Buhari's TV interview
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Osinbajo's alleged interest in the 2023 Presidential race.
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Elrufai's call for the carpet bombing of Northern forests
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Buhari's new Chief Economic Adviser
@nigeriasbest and @phoenix_agenda were joined by @Chxta .
They discussed what Nigeria faces politically & economically in 2022.
@nigeriasbest and @phoenix_agenda were joined by @DavidHundeyin and @FrankkZephyr1
They discussed:
1. Buhari's vetoing of the Electoral Act Amendment Bill
- Obasanjo's criticism of Buhari
3. The arrest of an Imo State gubernatorial candidate.
- Buhari's claim that oil has been found in Northern Nigeria
@nigeriasbest and @phoenix_agenda were joined by @keneike . They discussed:
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The recent police salary increase.
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The Gender equality bill.
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Cultism in Nigerian politics.
@nigeriasbest and @phoenix_agenda were joined by @ose_anenih , @countrybutions and @harryngada .
They discussed:
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The tragedy at Dowen College.
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The killings in Sokoto
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Sanwo-Olu's Peace walk
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Bisi Akande's book.
@nigeriasbest and @phoenix_agenda were joined by @MatthewTPage and @Dot_E_Fresh.
They discussed the recently published Lagos State Judicial Panel of Inquiry report on the Lekki Massacre.
@nigeriasbest and @phoenix_agenda were joined by @lloydatiku and @OmasanHarriman.
They discussed Charles Soludo's victory at the Anambra elections, the recent CBN cryptocurrency restrictions and the death of an army General in the war against ISWAP.
In this episode, @nigeriasbest and @phoenix_agenda were joined by @ObyDikeagu and @stephie_coco .
They discussed the governorship elections in Anambra state and the collapse of the tower block in Ikoyi.
@nigeriasbest and @phoenix_agenda were joined by @lloydatiku and @TexTheLaw .
They discussed the launch of the E-Naira and the raid on the residence of Supreme Court Justice Mary Odili.
@nigeriasbest and @phoenix_agenda were joined by @ose_anenih and @Chxta .
They discussed:
1. The anniversary of the Lekki Massacre
2. The Economists' article describing Nigeria as a "crime scene" and
3. The attack on the Abuja-Kaduna railway.
@nigeriasbest and @phoenix_agenda were joined by the investigative journalist @DavidHundeyin .
They discussed the news reports linking the NASCO Group with terrorism and the recent leak of the Pandora Papers.
In this episode, @nigeriasbest and @phoenix_agenda were joined by @Chxta of SBM Intelligence.
They discussed:
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President Buhari's Independence Day Speech.
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The Attorney General's argument that the Northern Nigerian penal code justifies Nigeria's Twitter ban.
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The proposal by an APC legislator that domiciliary accounts should be shut down to strengthen the Naira.
@nigeriasbest and @phoenix_agenda were joined by @DavidHundeyin and @ose_anenih.
They discussed:
1. The Nigerian Passports scandal
2. The allegations that the country's debts are unsustainable
3. The NYSC's booklet advising graduates on how to survive being kidnapped.
In this special episode, @nigeriasbest and @phoenix_agenda discussed politics with leading conservative thinker @davidfrum (former Speechwriter to President Bush, author of Trumpocalypse & Staff writer at the Atlantic).
They discussed the similarities and differences between the US and Nigerian political scene. They also discussed what lessons Nigeria's young democracy could learn from America's more established version.
@nigeriasbest and @phoenix_agenda were joined by @lloydatiku and @realomoboy .
The new stories discussed were:
1. The recently published NNPC accounts.
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The VAT dispute between the Federal and State Governments.
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Recent developments with the #Endsars investigations.
@nigeriasbest and @phoenix_agenda were joined by @ose_anenih and @harryngada .
News reports discussed were:
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The shutting down of schools and mobile networks in parts of Northern Nigeria.
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President Buhari's decision to fire two members of his cabinet.
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The leadership crisis with the main opposition party, PDP.
@nigeriasbest and @phoenix_agenda were joined by @MatthewTPage and @lloydatiku .
News stories discussed were:
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The NNPC's alleged N287bn profit.
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The terrorist attack on the Nigerian Defence Academy.
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The security forces obstructing the Saudi's recruitment of Nigerian Doctors.
@nigeriasbest and @phoenix_agenda were joined by @DavidHundeyin and @Mr_Nosegbe .
New stories discussed were:
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The new VAT law in Rivers State.
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The Central Bank's freezing of Fintechs' accounts.
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The new Petroleum Industry Act.
@nigeriasbest and @phoenix_agenda were joined by @Bibbs_A .
The discussion covered:
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The Nigerian government's recent position on the Twitter ban.
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The Buhari government's "New Vision" for the Niger-Delta.
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The UN's claim that $1bn is required to avert a food crisis in Northern Nigeria.
@nigeriasbest and @phoenix_agenda were joined by @lloydatiku and @_SirWilliam_ .
News stories discussed were:
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The FBI's indictment of Nigerian police officer; Abba Kyari.
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The Nigerian governments decision to acquire a 20% stake in Dangote's refinery.
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Nigeria's poor performance at the Tokyo Olympics.
@nigeriasbest and @phoenix_agenda were joined by @Nun_River and Dr Ahmed Rufai .
The conversation focused on the security crisis in Northern Nigeria.
@nigeriasbest and @phoenix_agenda were joined by @Bibbs_A and @OmasanHarriman .
News Stories discussed were:
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The Buhari Government's $6 billion loan request.
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The Southern Governors Forum's opposition to the Petroleum Industry Bill and proposed Electoral Act.
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The closure of schools in Kaduna State.
@nigeriasbest and @phoenix_agenda were joined by @TexTheLaw and @Chxta .
News stories discussed were:
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The arrest of Nnamdi Kanu, the leader of the IPOB movement.
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The Petroleum Industry Bill
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The proposed amendments to the Electoral Act.
@nigeriasbest and @phoenix_agenda were joined by @stephie_coco and @Ose_Anenih .
News stories discussed were:
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The Buhari government's secret payments to fund the Crowwe App.
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Sheikh Gumi's request for amnesty for the terrorist bandits.
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The gubernatorial primaries in Anambra State.
@nigeriasbest and @phoenix_agenda were joined by @SamuelOgundipe and @E__onuh2 .
News stories discussed were:
1. Tunde Bakare denies responsibility for Buhari’s failures.
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Washington Post, New York Times, others reject pro-Buhari propaganda sponsored by Malami
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Buhari introduces NBC Amendment Bill
@nigeriasbest and @phoenix_agenda were joined by @Eloka51 .
News headlines discussed were:
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Buhari's interview with Arise TV
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Lauretta Onochie's nomination as an INEC Commissioner .
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The June 12 protests in Lagos & Abuja
@nigeriasbest and @phoenix_agenda were joined by @n_isama and @Nun_River .
They discussed:
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President Buhari's decision to block Nigeria's access to Twitter.
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Attorney General Malami's alleged memo recommending the suspension of the constitution and the imposition of martial law.
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The suspected herdsmen attacks on Igangan in Oyo State.
@nigeriasbest and @phoenix_agenda were joined by @OmasanHarriman and @Chxta.
News stories discussed were:
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Buhari's 6th year in office.
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The demand for Sharia law in the South.
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The appointment of a new Chief of Army Staff.
@nigeriasbest and @phoenix_agenda were joined by @Ose_anenih and @texthelaw.
News stories discussed were:
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The death of Nigeria's Army Chief.
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Governor Elrufai's war with the Nigerian Labour Congress.
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The political opposition to the ban on open grazing.
@nigeriasbest and @phoenix_agenda were joined by @stephie_coco and @Eloka51 .
The news reports discussed were:
- The alleged Robbery in Aso Rock
2.Southern Governors' demand for restructuring.
- Former Defence Chief, Gen Joshua Dogoyaro's death at 80.
@nigeriasbest and @phoenix_agenda were joined by @Ose_Anenih and @realomoboy.
The news stories discussed were:
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Rotimi Amaechi engineering the suspension of Hadiza Usman from the Nigeria Ports Authority.
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Governor Ortom and Governor Elrufai accusing each other of incompetence.
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The suspicious increase in fuel subsidy payments since 2015.
@nigeriasbest and @phoenix_agenda were joined by @LeenaHoffmann and @ObyDikeagu .
New stories discussed were:
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Buhari's offer to host Africom's HQ in Nigeria.
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Garba Shehu's RUGA threat to Governor Ortom.
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The publi dispute between the Nigerian Bureau of Statistics and the Labour Ministry.
@nigeriasbest and @phoenix_agenda were joined by @zayyad_ib and @harryngada .
The topics for discussion were:
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Buhari defends Isa Pantami's continued stay in office.
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Governor Elrufai of Kaduna proposes that schools be built near military bases.
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The home of the Governor of Imo State, Hope Uzodinma was set ablaze by unknown gunmen.
@nigeriasbest and @phoenix_agenda were joined by @MatthewTPage , @lloydatiku and @Adheydayor .
Topics discussed were:
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Governor Obaseki's claim that the Central Bank has been illegally printing Naira to fund State budgets.
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Minister for Communication, Isa Pantami's links with religious extremism.
@nigeriasbest was joined by @AmakaAnku and @Nun_River .
The discussion was focused on the herder crisis in Nigeria.
@nigeriasbest and @phoenix_agenda were joined by @ObyDikeagu and @Ose_anenih.
Stories discussed were:
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President Buhari's medical trip to London.
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The Chairman of the Code of Conduct Tribunal assaulting a security guard.
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The death of Afenifere Spokesman Yinka Odumakin
@nigeriasbest and @phoenix_agenda were joined by @DavidHundeyin .
They discussed the following news stories:
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Rotimi Amaechi says restructuring cannot serve urgent national needs.
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Tinubu says despite exiting recession, Nigeria’s economy remains weak with too much unemployment
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Baba-Ahmed of the Northern Elders Forum says the Presidency has run out of ideas.
@nigeriasbest and @phoenix_agenda were joined by @nun_river
Topics discussed:
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The attempted assassination of Governor Ortom.
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Former Chief Justice Onnoghen says President Buhari persecuted him.
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Governor Kayode Fayemi admits that Buhari has failed to fulfil his campaign promises.
@nigeriasbest and @phoenix_agenda were joined by @Afrovii.
Stories discussed were:
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The claim by the NSA that funds released to purchase arms for the military are missing.
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The WTO DG's visit to Nigeria to discuss trade and economic policy.
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The Kidnap of 39 students from the Federal College of Forestry in Mando, Kaduna.
@nigeriasbest and @phoenix_agenda were joined by @realomoboy and @olorogunkeon .
Topics discussed were:
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The arrival & distribution of free Covid-19 Vaccines in Abuja.
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The EFCC probe of Bola Tinubu.
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The Food blockade imposed by Northern Cattle dealers.
@nigeriasbest and @phoenix_agenda were joined by Peter Enahoro aka Peter Pan.
Topics discussed:
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The Kidnap of 300 school girls in Zamfara State.
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Buhari says he's now awake on the econom and won't "doze off" again.
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The Senate confirmed the former Service Chiefs as Ambassadors.
@nigeriasbest and @phoenix_agenda were joined by @keneike.
News stories discussed were:
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The appointment of Abdulrasheed Bawa as the new EFCC Chairman.
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Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala's appointment as the head of the WTO.
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The terrorist abduction of 27 students in Kagara, Niger State.
@nigeriasbest and @phoenix_agenda were joined by @Eloka51 .
Issues discussed were:
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The reported appointment of Tunde Sabiu at an Assistant Director with the National Intelligence Agency.
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The latest #EndSARS protests.
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The herdsmen crisis & ethnic clash in Oyo State. We also discussed the comments of the Governors of Bauchi and Ondo State.
@nigeriasbest and @phoenix_agenda were joined by @ose_anenih.
Topics discussed were:
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Buhari's decision to appoint the former military chiefs as Ambassadors.
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Ekiti Government taking down its public procurement website to hide its expenditure.
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The Central Bank's ban on cryptocurrencies.
@nigeriasbest and @phoenix_agenda were joined by @OmasanHarriman.
Issues discussed:
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Fisticuffs during the PIB hearing.
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Nigeria's poor corruption rating.
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The appointment of new service chiefs.
@nigeriasbest and @phoenix_agenda were joined by @afrovii and @stephie_coco
Issues discussed were:
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The herdsmen crisis in South West Nigeria .
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Tinubu's Presidential ambitions.
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Governor Yahaya Bello's Covid-19 conspiracy theories.
@nigeriasbest and @phoenix_agenda were joined by @realomoboy and @lloydatiku .
Issues discussed were:
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Food inflation rises to 19.5%.
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No budgetary provision for COVID-19 vaccines.
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Governor Zulum blames Christians for Boko-Haram.
@nigeriasbest and @phoenix_agenda were joined by @AmakaAnku and @adetolaov.
Topics discussed were:
1. The African Continental Free Trade Agreement.
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The Recent Electricity Price Increases
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Festus Keyamo's call for Social Media Regulation in light of Donald Trump's twitter suspension.
@nigeriasbest and @phoenix_agenda were joined by @1neks_ and @ancientmind.
Stories discussed were:
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The recently signed 2021 budget.
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Buhari's instruction to the Central Bank to deny businesses forex for food imports.
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The demolition of a hotel in Kaduna for alleged immoral activities.
@nigeriasbest and @phoenix_agenda were joined by @Eloka51 and @knightofdelta .
The 3 big stories of the year 2020 were reviewed:
- The #EndSARS Protests.
- The Recession.
- Covid-19
@nigeriasbest and @phoenix_agenda were joined by @Ose_anenih and @dondekojo.
Issues discussed were:
- The release of the 300 students who were kidnapped in Katsina.
2. The Chief Justice of Nigeria's alleged incapacitation and Nigeria's failed Judicial nomination to the International Criminal Court.
- The 2 week deadline given by the ICT minister for all SIM cards to be connected to National Identity Numbers.
@nigeriasbest and @phoenix_agenda were joined by @harryngada and @YarKafanchan.
Issues discussed were:
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600 school boys kidnapped in Katsina.
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The ICC formally investigating the Nigerian Army for crimes against humanity.
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Buhari's failure to appear before the Legislature.
@nigeriasbest and @phoenix_agenda were joined by @keneike and @stephie_coco .
Issues discussed were:
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The Police withdrawal of their lawsuit challenging the #Endsars panels.
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Garba Shehu's comments blaming Boko-Haram victims
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The APC's victory in the Lagos Senatorial by-elections.
@nigeriasbest and @phoenix_agenda were joined by @Adheydayor and @DavidHundeyin
Topics discussed were:
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The planned reversal of the border closure policy.
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The partial devaluation of the Naira.
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The power grid collapse
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The recent beheadings of over 43 farmers by Boko-Haram.
@nigeriasbest and @phoenix_agenda were joined by @stephie_coco and @harryngada
Topics discussed were:
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The Nigerian economy in recession again.
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Increased Insecurity in the North East and North West.
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Updates on the Lekki Massacre investigations.
@nigeriasbest & @phoenix_agenda were joined by @cremechic11 & @OmasanHarriman
Topics discussed were:
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The Dangote exception to Buhari's closed border policy.
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Niger Delta Governors complaining about Zamfara's gold being given special treatment.
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The corruption allegations about Bola Tinubu & Alpha Beta.
@nigeriasbest and @phoenix_agenda were joined by @countrybutions, @eadewunmi and @realomoboy .
Topics discussed were:
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The Government crackdown on supporters of #EndSARS including freezing their accounts.
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The Nigerian Police enforcing Sharia Law.
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The US Elections & its impact on Nigeria.
@nigeriasbest and @phoenix_agenda were joined by @ose_anenih and @Nun_River .
Topics discussed were:
1.The Oyigbo massacre
2. The proposed social media ban
3. Palliatives bein raided, breakdown of law & order and the Lagos Judicial Panel.
@nigeriasbest and @phoenix_agenda were joined by @afrovii, @Chxta and @MatthewTPage.
The conversation centred around the Lekki Massacre and it's political implications.
@nigeriasbest and @phoenix_agenda were joined by @keonkando and @stephie_coco.
The discussions focused on week 2 of the #EndSARS protests. Including the potential deployment of the army & the political consequences of the protests.
@nigeriasbest and @phoenix_agenda were joined by @cremechic11 and @Nun_River .
The discussion centred around the #EndSARS protests taking place across the country.
@nigeriasbest and @phoenix_agenda were joined by @phoenix_agenda and @AbangMercy .
Topics discussed:
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An evaluation of Nigeria after 60 years of independence.
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Human Rights abuses committed by the Special Anti-Robbery Squad of the police.
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The decision to nominate Justice Ishaq Bello to the International Criminal Court
@nigeriasbest and @phoenix_agenda were joined by @ikhide .
Topics discussed were:
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The recent APC suspensions of senior party members.
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Boko-Haram attacks on senior military officers.
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The proposed $1.9billion railway to Niger.
@nigeriasbest and @phoenix_agenda were joined by @realomoboy and @FrankZephyr1.
Topics discussed were:
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Governor Obaseki's victory & its implications for the APC.
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The recent tax self-certification process announced by the federal government.
@nigeriasbest and @phoenix_agenda were joined by @Ose_Anenih and @YarKafanchan.
Topics discussed were:
- The upcoming elections in Edo State
- The rise of armed Militias in Benue State and in particular the death of 'Gana'
@nigeriasbest and @phoenix_agenda were joined by @texthelaw
Topics discussed were:
1. The Government's appeal in the P&ID case.
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The CBN's decision to ban some gaming companies from the forex market.
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Buhari's Maize policy
@nigeriasbest and @phoenix_agenda were joined by @eloka_51 and @countrybutions.
Topics discussed were:
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The anniversary of Babangida's 1985 Coup.
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Diageo's difficulties with accessing dollars in Nigeria.
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The proposed Water Resources Bill.
@nigeriasbest and @phoenix_agenda were joined by @ose_anenih and @realomoboy
Topics discussed were:
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The NBA disinviting Governor Elrufai
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ISWAP kidnapping over 100 in Borno
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GEJ ordering the arrest of a citizen
@nigeriasbest and @phoenix_agenda were joined by @Demoore90210 and @stephie_coco.
Topics discussed were:
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The death sentence for Blasphemy in Kano.
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The recently published unemployment data
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The new Companies Act (CAMA)
@nigeriasbest and @phoenix_agenda were joined by @Afrovii and @Eloka51.
Topics discussed:
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The Legislative crisis in Edo State.
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Governor Elrufai's comments on rotational presidency.
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Shoprite allegedly exiting Nigeria
@nigeriasbest and @phoenix_agenda were joined by @FakhuusHashim and @ose_anenih .
Topics discussed were:
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Chinese loans taken by Nigeria and their sovereignty clauses.
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Mamman Daura's comments about Zoning.
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Buhari's response to a journalist who asked about the NDDC.
@nigeriasbest and @phoenix_agenda were joined by @buryabbey.
Topics discussed were:
- PAGDMI (Gold mining for artisans)
- NIPOST's new courier regulations
- The massacrres in Southern Kaduna
@nigeriasbest and @phoenix_agenda were joined by @realomoboy and @keonkando.
Topics discussed:
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The release of Ibrahim Magu of the EFCC.
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The NDDC Corruption crisis.
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The CBN's new Maize Policy
@nigeriasbest and @phoenix_agenda were joined by @eloka51 and @texthelaw
The discussion focused on the arrest of the Acting Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, Ibrahim Magu
@nigeriasbest and @phoenix_agenda were joined by @FakhuusHashim
Topics covered were
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The new stamp duty
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Pat Utomi and Oby Ezekwesili's new political group.
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Covid-19 in Nigeria
@nigeriasbest and @phoenix_agenda were joined by @1neks
The topics covered were:
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The current crisis within the APC
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The upcoming NBA elections
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The recent Covid-19 deaths
@nigeriasbest and @phoenix_agenda were joined by @ose_anenih
Topics covered were:
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Governor Obaseki's defection to the PDP.
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Vice President Osinbajo's call for a reduction in the cost of governance.
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The decline in new retirement accounts.
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The management of Covid-19 in Nigeria.
@nigeriasbest and @phoenix_agenda were joined by @Afrovii
Topics covered:
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Aisha Buhari's power struggle with President Buhari's personal assistant.
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Governor Obaseki's disqualification from the APC primaries.
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Bola Tinubu's rift with Rauf Aregbesola
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Covid-19 deaths in Nigeria
@nigeriasbest and @phoenix_agenda were joined by @eloka51
Topics covered were:
- Pastor Tunde Bakare's Presidential ambitions.
- The PPRA's fuel subsidy announcement.
- The reports that Diezani Madueke might escape prosecution because of he Dominican passport.
@nigeriasbest and @phoenix_agenda were joined by @keonkando.
Four topics were discussed:
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The Biafra remembrance day.
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The rift between Governor Obaseki of Edo State and APC Chairman Adams Oshiomole
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Suspected Covid-19 deaths in Rivers State
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President Buhari's new Chief of Staff cancelling memos issued by his late predecessor.
@nigeriasbest and @phoenix_agenda were joined by @buryabbey.
The discussion covered the public spat between Isa Pantami the communications Minister and Abike Dabiri who happens to be an adviser of President Buhari.
It also covered the recent sentencing of Yunusa Dahiru who raped and kidnapped Ese Oruru.
In addition, the Central Bank's attempts to control the value of the naira as well as the support for Trump in Nigeria were also covered.
@nigeriasbest and @phoenix_agenda were joined by @eloka51.
The conversation covered Nigeria's recent proposed budget cut, the MC Oluomo interview and the recent appointment of Agboola Gambari to President Buhari's team.
Discussing last week's legal developments with @texthelaw and @phoenix_agenda
We discussed Governors Wike and Yahaya Bello. We also discussed the recent Judicial appointments as well as the Supreme court's decision on the Orji Kalu case.
A discussion between @nigeriasbest and @phoenix-agenda. A guest appearance from @countrybutions.
We discussed the recent Covid-19 deaths is Kano, the recent blasphemy arrest in the same state as well the the latest developments in the economy.
A review of the week's news. Focussing on the fawning media coverage of Abba Kyari as well as an analysis of the Covid-19 response and the recent IMF loan offer to Nigeria.
The discussion was between @nigeriasbest and @phoenix_agenda
A discussion with @phoenix_agenda about the recent death of Abba Kyari, the former Chief of Staff to President Buhari.
We also briefly discussed the threat by Governor Elrufai's son to gang-rape a Twitter user's mother.