Category: politics
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APC vs. Opposition Clash Continues as PDP Governors Head to Court Over Rivers Emergency Rule
Amidst divergent responses following President Bola Tinubu’s announcement of a state of emergency in Rivers State, the People’s Democratic Party Governors’ Forum has stated that they will pursue legal actions against the federal government. The PUNCH It was reported that President Tinubu announced a state of emergency in Rivers State and suspended Governor Siminalayi Fubara…
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Tinubu Commends Ndidi Nwuneli on 50th Birthday for Global Leadership Impact
President Bola Tinubu has extended his congratulations to Mrs Ndidi Nwuneli on reaching her 50th birthday on Saturday, praising her as an outstanding Nigerian woman who wields significant international impact. Tinubu expressed his congratulations through a statement issued by his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga. The title of this message was ‘President…
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Romania’s Top Security Council to Tackle National Defense and Ukraine Conflict in Upcoming Meeting
Interim president Ilie Bolojan announced The forthcoming CSAT meeting, set for Friday, March 28, will take place at the Cotroceni Palace in Bucharest. The meeting’s agenda encompasses various crucial subjects, with particular emphasis on the current state and prospective developments regarding the continuing conflict in Ukraine “in light of Russia’s unlawful and unwarranted invasion,” as…
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China Boosts Support for Uganda as U.S. Cuts Aid
China has reaffirmed its steadfast dedication to backing Uganda and Africa, presenting itself as a reliable ally during the current uncertainties regarding Western assistance. The Chinese Ambassador to Uganda, Zhang Lizhong, stressed that China has no intention of withdrawing its aid or economic support, unlike the United States’ reassessment of its foreign assistance through USAID,…
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NADDC trains Ekiti workforce ahead of CNG rollout
The Director General of the National Automotive Design and Development Council, Joseph Osanipin, on Monday, said the council has commenced training technicians in Ekiti State to prepare them for the rollout of compressed natural gas as an alternative automotive fuel. Speaking in Ado Ekiti at the opening of a five-day specialised mechatronics training on CNG…
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Nigerian Passport Drops to 91st Spot Globally in 2025 Henley Index
In the 2025 Henley Passport Index, Nigeria ranks 91st, tying with Ethiopia and Myanmar for position. Each nation is grappling with assaults carried out by militant organizations. The Henley Passport Index gets an update each month based on information provided by the International Air Transport Authority. In Africa, Nigeria’s passport had a higher ranking compared…
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Thailand’s New Visa Rules Spark Debate: Cut in Visa-Free Stay to 30 Days
Thailand’s suggestion to reduce visa-exempt stay periods for travelers from 93 nations from 60 days to just 30 days has elicited varied responses within the tourism sector. Thailand, where the economy significantly depends on tourism, revealed the plan earlier this week. The aim is to prevent the abuse of this policy for conducting illicit commercial…
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U.S. Court Rules $18M Award for Ghanaian Journalist Anas in Landmark Libel Case Against Former MP
The $18 million in damages resulted from a unanimous verdict handed down by an eight-person jury at the Essex County Superior Court in New Jersey, determining that Mr. Agyapong was responsible for defaming Mr. Anas. A U.S. court has ordered compensation of $18 million (£14 million) for Ghanaian investigative reporter Anas Aremeyaw Anas, following a…
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U.S. Court Rules $18M Award for Ghanaian Journalist Anas in Landmark Libel Case Against Former MP
The $18 million in damages resulted from a unanimous verdict handed down by an eight-person jury at the Essex County Superior Court in New Jersey, determining that Mr. Agyapong was responsible for defaming Mr. Anas. A U.S. court has ordered compensation of $18 million (£14 million) for Ghanaian investigative reporter Anas Aremeyaw Anas, following a…
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Nigeria and Bangladesh Forge Defence, Agricultural, and Military Ties: Minister Announces
The Nigerian Minister of Defence, Mohammed Badaru Abubakar, stated that his country intends to establish defense, agricultural, and military collaboration with Bangladesh. He mentioned that this bilateral collaboration, if explored further, would effectively incorporate military personnel into multiple non-military fields like farming, building, and infrastructure creation. The information was included in a press release distributed…