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

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, business, 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?

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Entertainment: AMVCA 2023, politics: Sai Baba to say bye as Emilokan resumes, football: EPL top four [4] sealed, Liverpool to Europa League, other/ leading story: Seun Kuti arrest and tour — business: Dangote Refinery are the stories NRTC WEEKLY will be covering this week.

Entertainment: AMVCA 2023

The Internet went buzzing after the AMVCA 2023, the prestigious Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards, captivated audiences around the continent and beyond with its glitz, glamour, and celebration of African cinema. 

NRTC WEEKLY gathered that after the red carpet rolled out and the ceremony unfolded, fans and celebrities alike took to social media to share their thoughts and comments on the star-studded event. One of the highlights of AMVCA 2023 was the incredible fashion choices made by the celebrities starting from elegant gowns to dapper suits among others.

Celebrities who won awards or were nominated expressed their gratitude and appreciation for the recognition on their social media platforms, thanking their fans, colleagues, and the AMVCA committee for the honor, with many emphasizing the importance of African storytelling and the power of film in promoting cultural diversity and unity.

Despite creating a vibrant and engaging space for fans and celebrities to connect and celebrate, netizens blasted some of the attendees as well as hailed some of the winners for the great work done to promote Africa.

Blowing hot on the former BBnaija star, Anita Natacha Akide better known as Tacha or Symply Tacha, netizens berated her to have wore #9.2 million to the award despite not being nominated for any category. 

They said the Instagram influencer could have shared the money among hungry Nigerians instead of spending it on transparent cloth. 

The reality TV star disclosed she got her dress at the sum of $20,000.00, stating that no one came near, NRTC WEEKLY gathered.

“Tacha was not nominated but wore a million dress to be clapping for winners — still claiming no one came near. Wasted effort and more,” they added.

NRTC WEEKLY found out that why some were attacking the influencer, some were throwing their support for her saying ‘If you work for your money, you will enjoy it because she [Tacha] had worked before enjoying it.’

Moreover, some netizens and fans of Nigeria movie director, Kunle Afolayan, applauded him for sweeping five awards out of sixteen his movie ‘Anikulapo’ was nominated for.

They highlighted the dedication and hard work put into each performance, recognizing the immense skill and creativity displayed in all his production. 

“He resembles his father with all these awards. He truly shows the son of who he is.” 

Politics: Sai Baba to say bye as Emilokan resumes 

Preparation is ongoing for the new President-elect, Bola Ahmed Tinubu, and Vice President-elect Kashim Shettima to resume office on May 29.

In preparation for the inauguration, some artists have commenced a concert at the MKO Abiola National Stadium, Abuja.

Also, the outgoing President Muhammadu Buhari [Sai Baba] conferred Nigeria’s highest national honour, GCFR on Tinubu, and the second highest national honour, GCON, Shettima. 

Buhari as well handed over the Transition of Documents to the 16th President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria.

Buhari said he was confident that Nigeria was in capable hands, saying he had run a good race and finished the fight and it was now Tinubu’s turn.

Tinubu in his speech vowed to consult the outgoing president from time to time on important issues.

Before the transition of power and honour, the United States President, Joe Biden made public the names of delegates that will attend the swearing-in of the former Lagos State Governor at the Eagle Square, Abuja, on Monday.

Expressing their readiness for the new government, Nigerians urged Tinubu, known as Emilokan to improve on aspects where the outgoing president failed. 

“Sai Baba will say bye bye in a few days — Emilokan will be resuming, all we want is better government.  

“We are not concerned with all these ceremonies all we need is swear-in and commencement of action by the incoming administration.”

NRTC WEEKLY found out that the hope is high that Emilokan will make changes Sai Baba can’t make during his right year in office. 

Similarly, NRTC WEEKLY gathered that some groups are confident God will grant Emilokan the wisdom and will to drive Nigeria toward peaceful coexistence and prosperity in all ramifications.

EPL top four [4] sealed, Liverpool to Europa League

If you are not a football lover or watched English soccer, you could certainly not understand why on Earth people would care about finishing in the top four in the Premier League.

To cleared the doubt, in the Premier League, EPL, the top four teams compete, during the following season, called the UEFA Champions League to shoot for the Trophy. 

This year, the fight for teams to play UCL next season experienced a new turnaround as all EPL teams aspired but just four made it at the end.

Since Manchester City won the League with Arsenal in second place, the race for the top four looks to be almost tight among Newcastle, Manchester United, and Liverpool after 36 games. 

NRTC WEEKLY gathered that Liverpool was dropped to Europa after Manchester United’s 4:1 win over Chelsea, making it the first time the club will play Europa under manager Jurgen Klopp. 

However, social media went agog as Manchester United fans mocked Liverpool after considering their effort to finish fourth as a waste. 

“So what’s the deal with the top four? after their coach had boasted of beating us 7:0 as an achievement, yet the achievement couldn’t book a spot for them.

“They should be at the bottom, so they’ll not qualify for anything like Chelsea.“

Reacting, LFC fans maintained that if Manchester United could play the league this season, they see no reason for the club not to. “It’s only defeat we defeat them and it’s normal in the game of soccer.”

Business: Dangote Refinery

Nigerians have expressed optimism that Dangote Refinery, a groundbreaking project currently commissioned will hold the promise of a transformative future by potentially ending petrol issues in the country. 

NRTC WEEKLY found out that with its ambitious goals and state-of-the-art technology, it’ll represents a significant step forward in Nigeria’s quest for energy self-sufficiency and economic growth.

Nigeria, despite being an oil-rich nation, has long struggled with a recurring challenge: inadequate domestic refining capacity, leading to a heavy reliance on fuel imports. 

According to Nigerians who took to their social media platforms, the Dangote Refinery is poised to change the narrative of dependence on foreign sources, price volatility, and an inefficient distribution system, ultimately burdening the economy and inconveniencing the population. 

Led by Africa’s richest man, Aliko Dangote, the Dangote Refinery with a capacity of 650,000 barrels per day is positioned to be one of the largest and most advanced refineries in the world, NRTC WEEKLY gathered.

“This massive infrastructure project is a testament to Nigeria’s determination to address its longstanding petrol issues.

“The refinery will undoubtedly have a far-reaching impact on Nigeria’s energy landscape.” 

Other/ leading story: Seun Kuti arrest and tour

In a recent turn of events, renowned Nigerian musician and activist Seun Kuti found himself at the center of controversy as he was arrested after assaulting a police officer in Lagos. 

NRTC WEEKLY gathered that the singer spent days in police custody before he was arraigned. However, his arraign before the court sent shockwaves through the nation and his fans, accusing police of failing to prosecute their officers who assault citizens but derived joy in prosecuting citizens for small misunderstandings.

But Kuti’s fans before his bail stated that his unwavering spirit and the outpouring of support from the global community demonstrate that his voice and his message cannot be silenced. 

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They said Kuti stands as an emblem of courage and resilience, inspiring others to join the movement for a better Nigeria, NRTC WEEKLY report.

Also reacting to his tour to Switzerland, after his bail, they hailed him as well as his success in all his delayed concerts.

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.