Saturday, 23 August 2025

πŸ—ž️ Naija & World News Digest πŸ“… Saturday, August 23, 2025

πŸ•’ Morning Edition

πŸ‡³πŸ‡¬ Nigeria Headlines

πŸ” Dangote Defends His Wealth

Aliko Dangote responds to critics claiming he uses political influence to suppress competition. He insists his success is built on strategic investments, not corruption.


πŸ’° Tinubu Launches Tax Calculator

President Tinubu unveils a Personal Income Tax Calculator to help Nigerians understand how new tax reforms will affect them.


πŸ—³️ PDP to Act on Wike

Chief Bode George says the PDP will finally take decisive action on Nyesom Wike, ending the party’s grace period for internal dissent.


πŸ›️ Benue Assembly Suspends Lawmakers

Four lawmakers were suspended for six months over a failed plot to impeach Speaker Aondona Dajoh.


πŸ“ˆ Youth Empowerment Drive

A nationwide finance training program kicks off to boost youth entrepreneurship across Nigeria.


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πŸ›️ Nigeria Politics


🚨 Interpol Rejects EFCC Alert on Atiku’s Son-in-Law

Interpol refuses to act on EFCC’s “wanted” notice for Bashir Haske, citing political motivation.


πŸ›’️ PENGASSAN Blames Politics for Refinery Failures

Nigeria’s oil union says political interference and corruption are crippling the country’s refineries.


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🎭 Entertainment

🎀 Abuja’s Soul Lounge Hosts Triple Event

The Soul Lounge in Jahi is throwing three major events tonight:  

- Abuja Auto Club launch  

- Ravy After Dark youth culture showcase  

- Capital Race 2.0 Summer Edition concert featuring Skim, OG Burna, Somadina, Chapo & Qwest


πŸ§’ ‘Jeni & Keni’ Relaunched in 3D

House of Ajebo Animation Studios brings back the beloved kids’ show in stunning 3D, blending Afrobeat rhythms with age-appropriate learning


🏞️ Olumo Rock Ends Free Entry

Ogun State halts its free-entry policy to Olumo Rock after massive crowds nearly caused a stampede


🎢 Ghana-Nigeria Music Collab

Kojo Swain’s debut EP drops today, already gaining traction in Nigeria, Kenya, and beyond  


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🌍 World Headlines

⚠️ Gaza Famine Declared

The IPC has officially declared famine in Gaza City, citing extreme food shortages and rising child malnutrition.


🧨 Kim Jong Un Orders Nuclear Upgrade

North Korea’s leader demands a rapid expansion of the country’s nuclear arsenal.


πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ Trump Reviews Visa Violations

The Trump administration is reviewing 55 million U.S. visas for potential deportation triggers.


πŸ›️ Swedish Church Relocated

Sweden successfully moved the historic Kiruna Church to avoid damage from expanding iron ore mining operations.


πŸ† Esports World Cup Expands

The Esports World Cup Foundation announces new speakers and content tracks for its global sports conference in Riyadh.


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🌟 World Entertainment


πŸ•Š️ Jaswinder Bhalla Passes Away

The beloved Punjabi comedian dies at 65. Gippy Grewal mourns him as a father figure


🎸 Ben Rector’s World Tour Begins

Ben Rector kicks off The Richest Man in the World tour tonight in Birmingham with Switchfoot


πŸ–€ BLACKPINK Adds 13 Asia Stops

The K-pop supergroup expands their 2025 stadium tour with new dates across Asia



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