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Book on ‘Audacity of African Girl’ receiving rave reviews online

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The recently published autobiography of a U.S.-based Nigerian make-up artist, Khuraira Musa, titled “the Audacity of African Girl,” is receiving rave reviews online.

The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the book, a soft copy of which is off for sale on Amazon, offers a glimpse into the life of Ms Musa who took control of her destiny and overcame immense obstacles with her hope, grit, and tenacity.

Writing on the review section of the Amazon, Hope Darley, described the book as a beautiful and inspirational story.

Darley said: “I read this book cover to cover in one sitting. As I read, I was reminded of the character Rose Maxson in the film production of “Fences” brilliantly portrayed by Viola Davis.

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“In one particular scene, Rose is admonishing her son for his failure to show compassion and empathy for his father, Troy Maxson played by the amazing, Denzel Washington.

 

” When you measure a man, make sure you measure him in his entirety. In the Audacity of an African Girl, Khuaira beautifully presents the scale by which she should be measured.

On her part, Maria Tatiana, explained that while reading the book, she realised that the beauty of life was not to give up.

According to her, Khuraira is not your typical girl and she’s special for a reason! Life’s experiences are what truly make you, and the people that believe in you in your life.

“Her story is just that, from learning and understanding her humble beginnings to watching her life unfold from love, determination, strength, beauty, happiness, pain, and then more beauty again.

“It’s life’s beauty by not giving up and giving back is the big theme here and being surrounded by family, friends (+best friends), and most importantly inner strength.”

Another reviewer, Robin miller, said the writer was an inspiration to all and her action and deeds showed remarkable strength and dignity.

“What an incredible story. I am fortunate to know Khuraira personally and I never knew all she went through to get to where she is today.

“She is an inspiration to all. A beautiful person inside and out. Her actions and deeds show remarkable strength and dignity. This is a must read.”

Another anonymous reviewer described the writer as a warrior, saying she was a great inspiration.

” Wow! Khuraira, you are truly an inspiration and a warrior. Thank you for sharing your incredible journey with such raw emotion and audacity. You are a beautiful sole inside and out.” (NAN)

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Insecurity: US lawmaker accuses Matawalle of bribe attempt to silence recommendation calling for his sack

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April 21, 2026

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Kimberly Daniels, a United States Democratic member of the Florida House of Representatives for District 14, has alleged that Nigeria’s minister of state for defense, Bello Matawalle, attempted to bribe a US official to deflect the narrative of the United World Congress of Diplomats, UN-WCD, report.

The lawmaker made the claim in a viral video released on her official Facebook account on Monday.

She said Matawalle’s alleged move was to cover up the UN-WCD report on Christian genocide in Nigeria, which indicted him.

Daniels insisted that no amount of pressure can silence her stand against the killings of Christians in Nigeria.

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“A US elected official was offered money by Nigeria’s minister of state defense, Bello Matawalle, to change the narrative of the UN-WCD Christian genocide in Nigeria report,” she said in the viral video.

Recall that Daniels, who doubled as the chairperson of UN-WCD, had called for President Bola Tinubu to remove Matawalle over alleged complicity in the killings in Plateau, Benue, Kaduna, and other parts of Nigeria.

Matawalle is yet to officially reply the US lawmaker.

Daniels alleged that following her recent press statement on what she described as targeted killings of Christians in Nigeria, she came under pressure from individuals she linked to the minister, including what she characterised as attempts to discredit her report and “buy support” from US-based elected officials.

According to her, an unnamed American lawmaker allegedly received an offer of financial inducement to publicly counter her position and defend the Nigerian defence leadership.

She claimed to have received evidence of a communication, including a prepared statement and promotional material, purportedly linked to the minister.

She also claimed that the bribery attempt is meant to divide America elected officials not knowing that they are united.

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Just In:President Tinubu Sacks Minister Of Finance

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President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved a minor cabinet reshuffle in the membership of the Federal Executive Council.

According to a memo signed by the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Senator George Akume, two cabinet members, Mr. Wale Edun and Arc. Ahmed Musa Dangiwa are to leave the cabinet while their replacements have been named.

Edun, until the latest development, was the Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister for the Economy. He has been directed to hand over to Mr. Taiwo Oyedele who is now to take over as Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy. Oyedele was formerly a Minister of State in the ministry.

Also Mr. Muttaqha Rabe Darma (PhD .) has been named as the ministerial nominee and minister designate for the Housing and Urban Development Ministry.

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The memo also directed Dangiwa to hand over to the Minister of State in the ministry.

The memo stated that “all handing over and taking over processes should be completed on or before close of business on Thursday 23rd April, 2026.”

Explaining the President’s decision, Akume said: “These changes are aimed at strengthening cohesion, synergy in governance as well as achieving more impactful delivery on the economy to Nigerians, through the Renewed Hope Agenda.”

He said the President, in approving the cabinet reshuffle, has fully exercised his powers as conferred on him by Sections 147 and 148 of the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria (1999, as amended).

The President thanked the outgoing ministers for their services to the nation while wishing them the best in all their future endeavours.

The President, Akume noted, equally assured all cabinet members that “the process of reinvigoration shall be continuous.”

Signed:

Yomi Odunuga,
Special Adviser, Media and Publicity to the Secretary to the Government of the Federation

21-04-2026

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JUST IN: FG Files 13 Count Charges Against Alleged Coup Plotters

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By Yusuf Danjuma Yunusa

The Federal Government has filed a 13-count charge before the Federal High Court in Abuja against individuals accused of plotting to overthrow President Bola Tinubu. Among those named in the suit are a retired major general, a retired naval captain, a serving police inspector, and three other suspects.

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According to security sources, the coup was scheduled to be executed on Nigeria’s Independence Day. However, the plot was uncovered after preparations and plans were leaked, leading to its successful disruption.

The development prompted the Federal Government to cancel the Independence Day programme—a move described as highly unusual by political observers.

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