Politics
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The Federal High Court sitting in Abuja on Tuesday rejected the fresh bail application filed by the detained leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), Nnamdi Kanu, seeking to be released on bail pending the determination of the charges against him by the Nigerian government. Instead, Justice Binta Nyako ordered an accelerated hearing on…
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Nigerian writers, united under the banner of Writers for Democratic Change (WfDC), have recently issued a passionate appeal to President Bola Tinubu to take concrete steps towards the welfare of citizens affected by poverty and other pressing issues. In a statement released by their coordinator, Wole Adedoyin, the group highlighted the growing difficulties faced by…
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Father Ejike Mbaka, The Spiritual Director of Adoration Ministry Nigeria (AMEN), has sounded the alarm about an imminent wave of famine that could devastate the country. Speaking during his Sunday homily, the religious leader warned President Bola Tinubu of the devastating consequences of growing insecurity and difficulties in Nigeria. Mbaka, while acknowledging the obstacles he…
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In a recent statement, Peter Obi, the presidential candidate of the Labour Party, has sharply criticized President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, suggesting that he deserves a place in the Guinness World Records for “causing the most hardship to Nigerians.” In an interview with Vanguard, the former Governor of Anambra State expressed that Tinubu’s record since taking…
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Early this Monday morning, an unusual commotion disrupted the tranquility of the White House, the official residence of the President of the United States. A false fire alarm led to a massive response from emergency services. At 7 AM, emergency calls reported a fire at the White House with a person trapped inside. This alarming…
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The recent suspension of Dr. Betta Edu, Minister of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Alleviation, by Nigerian President Bola Tinubu, has rocked the country and sparked a wave of public outrage. This decision stems from alleged misappropriation of public funds amounting to over 585 million nairas (approximately $640,000 or £500,000) into a personal bank account. This…
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Donald Trump, campaigning in Iowa, reiterated his confidence in his victory in the upcoming November presidential election. Three years after the Capitol assault, and amidst controversies and legal proceedings, Trump remains resolutely optimistic. In a speech lasting over two hours in Newton, the former president criticized Joe Biden, labeling him the “worst” president in U.S.…
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The African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA), a United States trade preference act established on May 18, 2000, has long been a cornerstone of trade relations between the US and Africa. Providing duty-free access to over 6,000 products from beneficiary countries to the US market, AGOA has been a significant driver of economic cooperation. However,…