NRTC WEEKLY: Top 5 trending stories across the country this week

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It’s another edition of NRTC WEEKLY Roundup —in this week’s edition, we are focusing on five trending stories across the country.

As usual, the stories will cut across the top five beats in our media organization, NRTC [your one-stop hub for rich and reliable content covering entertainment, sports, politics, metro, and leading stories].

As we all know, a day can’t pass without trending stories and we have tracked many of them for you this week. Why not scroll down and treat yourself?

Trending stories: Ibadan explosion, entertainment: Kunle Remi tradition and wedding and Moses Bliss, politics: Supreme Court, business: Commodities increase, sport: Ronaldo sign with awards are the stories to discuss this week NRTC WEEKLY.

Trending stories: Ibadan explosion

This week, an explosion rocked Ibadan, the capital of Oyo State, causing injuries to some and claiming the lives of two individuals, as reported by NRTC WEEKLY.

Many Nigerians were shocked by the unprecedented event in the Southwest, where such a tragic incident had never occurred before.

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NRTC WEEKLY reported that the explosion destroyed houses and properties. Governor Seyi Makinde revealed it was a consequence of illegal mining.

This declaration raised questions about whether it was genuinely illegal mining or another underlying cause.

At the time of the press, politicians and others expressed condolences and sympathy for both the government and the affected people.

Entertainment: Kunle Remi tradition and wedding and Moses Bliss

On Friday, popular Nigerian actor Kunle Remi and Boluwatiwi tied the knot traditionally in Lagos, causing a buzz on social media.

NRTC WEEKLY reported that netizens expressed joy about the couple’s attire during the traditional wedding and wished them the best of luck.

Remi’s caption, recounting and contemplating on the sweetness of marriage, garnered much admiration.

In a similar vein, gospel singer Moses Bliss sparked discussions when he proposed to his girlfriend. Although her name remains unknown, Nigerians described her as beautiful.

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Mr. Bliss announced the proposal on his social media handles, sharing pictures from the memorable scene.

Business: Commodities increase

This month, Nigerians experienced a harsh reality as the price of garri, a staple food in many households, skyrocketed. NRTC WEEKLY reported that the increase ignited a mixture of frustration, humor, and calls for solutions.

In some markets, a 50kg bag of white garri, previously priced at around N8,000, soared to as high as N14,000, marking a nearly 80% increase. This surge imposed a significant strain on household budgets, especially for low-income families heavily reliant on garri for sustenance.

NRTC WEEKLY confirmed that the reasons behind the hike were complex, involving factors such as the reduction of cassava harvest. Droughts and flooding in some regions led to a decline in cassava production, resulting in a smaller supply.

The response to the garri price crisis from the government and other stakeholders remains uncertain. However, one thing is certain: Nigerians found ways to cope and adapt, expressing their frustration through memes and calls for action.

Supreme Court judgments

Nigerians enthusiastically praised the recent Supreme Court rulings, lauding the court for delivering sound judgments.

While ongoing discussions debated the court’s potential liberation from political godfatherism, a prevailing sentiment emerged, suggesting that the affirmations of Inuwa Yahaya, Dapo Abiodun of Ogun State, Kebbi State Nasir Idris, and others had bolstered trust in the judiciary.

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NRTC WEEKLY confirmed that certain critics had condemned specific courts in Nigeria for displaying favoritism. They contended that imprisoning someone for stealing an ATM card seemed disproportionate, particularly when individuals with significant wealth were granted bail.

Despite the Supreme Court receiving acclaim for its judgments, dissenting voices surfaced within NRTC WEEKLY‘s findings, with some criticizing courts for alleged corruption.

Sport: Ronaldo sign with awards  

Cristiano Ronaldo had a momentous Friday night, winning not just one but three awards at the Globe Soccer Awards in Dubai.

NRTC WEEKLY reported that he clinched the Best Middle East Player title by beating fellow nominees Riyad Mahrez and Mohamed El Shenawy for this regional honor. Ronaldo, who plays for Al Nassr in Saudi Arabia, showcased his continued dominance even after moving to a less competitive league.

He also secured the Maradona Award for Top Scorer, a prestigious recognition for the player with the most goals in a calendar year, as confirmed by NRTC WEEKLY.

Ronaldo’s global popularity was evident as he won the Fans’ Favourite Player of the Year through a popular vote, surpassing competitors like Lionel Messi and Mohamed Salah. This special honor from the fans has once again raised the bar for determining the true GOAT.

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It’s worth noting that Lionel Messi won the FIFA best player of the year as well.

Here, the cotton of this week’s episode of NRTC WEEKLY will drop. Join us for another edition next week as we take you around the trending stories in Nigeria.