Israel Launches Initial Assault on Gaza City, Plans Large-Scale Reservist Call-Up
Israel has begun the first phase of its military assault on Gaza City, with plans to mobilize up to 60,000 reservists as part of a broader effort to occupy the city, officials confirmed Wednesday. “We have begun preliminary operations and the first stages of the attack on Gaza City. IDF forces are already positioned on […]
Macron Rebukes Netanyahu Over Claims Linking Palestinian Recognition to Antisemitism
French President Emmanuel Macron has sharply rejected Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s accusation that France’s pledge to recognise a Palestinian state has fuelled antisemitism, calling the claim “abject” and “erroneous.” The dispute follows Macron’s announcement last month that France will support Palestinian statehood recognition at the UN General Assembly in September, alongside Britain, Canada, and […]
Ibadan Awaits Ladoja’s Coronation as 44th Olubadan
Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, has approved the nomination of Oba Rashidi Ladoja as the 44th Olubadan of Ibadanland. The approval followed the recommendation of the former governor by members of the Olubadan-in-Council. His coronation is scheduled for September 26 a day after he turns 81. Makinde confirmed the decision during a visit to Ladoja’s […]
Tinubu Lauds Military Gains at TICAD9, Calls for UN Security Council
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu yesterday commended the Nigerian Armed Forces for their successes against insurgency and criminality, while reaffirming his administration’s resolve to address the root causes of insecurity through reforms and a strengthened security framework. Speaking in Yokohama, Japan, at the plenary on Peace and Stability during the 9th Tokyo International Conference on African […]
Gov. Adeleke Battles FG Over Osun LG Funds
Governor Ademola Adeleke of Osun State has urged the federal government to immediately release the state’s withheld local government (LG) allocations, insisting there is no legal basis for the delay. In February, the state conducted local council elections despite a directive from the Attorney-General of the Federation (AGF), Lateef Fagbemi, advising that the process be […]
Alaafin Denies Rift with Ooni, Calls Reports Mischief-Making
The Alaafin of Oyo, Oba Abimbola Owoade, has dismissed claims of a rift with the Ooni of Ife, Oba Enitan Ogunwusi, describing the reports as false and the handiwork of mischief makers. In a seven-minute, 21-second interview with BBC News Yoruba, the Alaafin said he bears no grudge against anyone, stressing that his actions are […]
APC Chieftain Warns Atiku-Obi Alliance Could Threaten Tinubu in 2027
A chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Dominic Alancha, has warned that a possible alliance between former Vice President Atiku Abubakar and ex-Anambra State Governor Peter Obi could seriously weaken the ruling party’s chances in the 2027 presidential election. Speaking on Channels Television’s Politics Today on Wednesday, Alancha said the opposition bloc could command […]
Justice Department Investigator Calls for NY AG Letitia James’ Resignation Amid Controversy
Just days after the Justice Department’s newly formed Weaponization Working Group launched a probe into New York Attorney General Letitia James, its director, Ed Martin, sent a letter demanding her resignation—a step critics say bypasses established prosecutorial procedure. The letter, sent to James’ attorney last week and reviewed by ABC News, urged her to step […]
Hurricane Erin Threatens U.S. East Coast With Dangerous Surf and Evacuations
Hurricane Erin is moving slowly toward the eastern United States, generating powerful waves and rip currents that have already triggered dozens of beach rescues. Rip current advisories are in place from Florida to New England, with forecasters warning that the heaviest surf will arrive over the next two days. On Monday, at least 60 swimmers […]
Democrats Press DHS Over Florida’s “Alligator Alcatraz” Detention Facility
A coalition of Senate and House Democrats is demanding answers from the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) about the controversial immigration detention facility in Florida’s Everglades, known as “Alligator Alcatraz.” In a letter sent Tuesday to DHS, Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), and FEMA, lawmakers raised concerns that the Trump administration’s reliance on a “state-run […]
