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Saudi Arabia’s Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman (MBS) has accused Israel of committing “collective genocide” in Gaza, marking some of his most severe criticism of the country since the conflict began last year. Speaking at a gathering of Islamic leaders in Riyadh on Monday, MBS said: “The Kingdom reiterates its condemnation and absolute refusal of … Read more
Popular Korean actor Song Jae-Rim, widely recognized for his role in the K-drama The Moon Embracing The Sun, has tragically passed away. According to Korean news reports, Jae-Rim was found dead in his residence in Seoul’s Seongdong district on November 12. He was 39 years old at the time of his death. A two-page note was … Read more
Troops of the Nigerian Army on Tuesday morning engaged in a fierce battle with bandits led by Turji Bello. The heavy gun duel took place near Bakin Gulbi, close to Tungar Yakuba in Sokoto State. Disclosing this, counter-terrorism publication focused on the Lake Chad area, Zagazola Makama, said the duel also involved residents of Gatawa. … Read more
The Nigerian Army has outlined the burial arrangements for the late Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lt. Gen. Taoreed Lagbaja, who passed away at the age of 56 after a brief illness. Onyema Nwachukwu, the Army’s spokesperson, shared the details on Tuesday in a post on X (formerly Twitter). EDITOR’S PICKS Electricity Meter Costs Rise … Read more
President-elect Donald Trump revealed on Tuesday that Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy will head a newly created “Department of Government Efficiency” in his second term. Trump praised the two men, stating, “Together, these two wonderful Americans will pave the way for my administration to dismantle government bureaucracy, slash excess regulations, cut wasteful expenditures, and restructure … Read more
A delegation from the Nigerian Army, led by Major General Kamal Yusuf, announced on Tuesday that President Bola Tinubu has ordered a state burial for the late Chief of Army Staff, Lt. Gen. Taoreed Lagbaja. This announcement was made during a condolence visit to the Olobu of Ilobu, Oba Ashiru Olaniyan, at his palace in … Read more
The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike’s Senior Special Assistant on Public Communications and New Media, Lere Olayinka, has cautioned Afenifere Chieftain, Dr Femi Okurounmu, to avoid getting involved in matters capable of ridiculing his status as an elder statesman. Olayinka said this while reacting to Dr Okurounmu’s statement, accusing President Bola … Read more
The Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, has highlighted that the controversy surrounding popular cross-dresser Idris Okuneye, known as Bobrisky, reveals deeper systemic challenges within Nigeria’s institutions. Reports indicate that Bobrisky, recently jailed over naira abuse, allegedly received special treatment in prison by paying Nigerian Correctional Service (NCoS) officials. Viral audio clips claimed that bribes secured … Read more
Lebanon reported that Israeli airstrikes killed 33 people across the country on Tuesday, many of whom were displaced by the ongoing conflict. The strikes targeted several areas, including the southern regions, the outskirts of Beirut, and the north. According to Lebanon’s health ministry, a raid on a town in the Chouf region south of Beirut … Read more
President Bola Tinubu has returned to Abuja Nigeria after attending the extraordinary joint Arab-Islamic Summit in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The summit focused on the current situation in the Middle East. The presidential air plane touched ground at the Nnamdi Azikiwe International airport at about 8 O’ clock this Tuesday evening. He was received on arrival … Read more
The Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Mr Wale Edun, has assured that the Federal Government will soon begin payment of pension backlog. Edun gave this assurance on Tuesday in Abuja during a peaceful rally by the Nigeria Union of Pensioners Contributory Pension Scheme Sector, NUPCPS, at the Federal Ministry of Finance. … Read more
The Archbishop of Canterbury, Justin Welby, has announced his decision to step down following a critical report regarding a notorious child abuser connected to the Church of England. The review concluded that Welby, 68, “could and should” have reported the abuse committed by John Smyth against boys and young men in 2013. EDITOR’S PICKS ‘I … Read more
Ademola Lookman believes his standout performances over the past two years with Serie A club Atalanta have elevated his career to new heights. The 27-year-old, who ranked 14th in the 2024 Ballon d’Or standings, shared with the BBC that his time in Italy has significantly boosted his confidence and self-belief. EDITOR’S PICKS ‘I Feel Sorry … Read more
Turkish football club Ankaragucu has come to the defence of former president Faruk Koca, who was sentenced to prison for assaulting a referee. On Monday, a court in Ankara sentenced the 60-year-old Koca to three years and seven months for “intentionally wounding a public official.” He also received a suspended sentence of under a year … Read more
At least 35 people have lost their lives in a car attack in southern China, marking one of the deadliest acts of public violence in the country in decades. Authorities report that a 62-year-old man, identified as Mr. Fan, drove his car into a stadium in Zhuhai on Monday, targeting people exercising on the track. … Read more
Former United States President Donald Trump has won the presidency again, defeating Democratic Party nominee, Vice President Kamala Harris, in Tuesday’s election. Tens of millions of voters across the United States trooped to polling booths to cast their ballots for the presidential election, as well as contests for the US Senate, House of Representatives, gubernatorial … Read more
Ecuadorian international Marco Angulo has tragically passed away at the age of 22, just over a month after sustaining critical injuries in a car accident, his club LDU Quito has confirmed. The midfielder had been hospitalized since the accident, which occurred on 7 October in the southern part of Ecuador’s capital, Quito. EDITOR’S PICKS Electricity … Read more
Norway and Arsenal captain Martin Odegaard has emphasized the importance of “listening to his body” after deciding to withdraw from Norway’s squad for this week’s Nations League matches. The midfielder sustained ankle ligament damage during September’s international break, sidelining him for seven weeks. EDITOR’S PICKS Electricity Meter Costs Rise Again As Deregulation Takes Effect Biden, … Read more
Federal government pensioners staged a protest in Abuja, blocking access to the Federal Ministry of Finance, to demand the release of their accrued pension rights. The demonstration, led by Comrade Sylva Nwaiwu, the National Chairman of the National Union of Contributory Pensioners, is calling for the immediate disbursement of their entitlements. EDITOR’S PICKS Electricity Meter … Read more
Governor Monday Okpebholo of Edo State has announced the formation of a Committee to investigate the previous administration of Godwin Obaseki over its failure to swear in 14 elected lawmakers for the 7th Edo State Assembly. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Okpebholo revealed this decision during his inaugural address as the newly elected governor of … Read more