Zelensky to Unveil ‘Plan for Victory’ to Biden, Push for Long-Range Missile Use in U.S. Visit
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky is set to present a “plan for victory” in Ukraine’s war against Russia during his visit to the U.S. this week, where he will meet with President Joe Biden. Zelensky also plans to outline the strategy to Congress and the U.S. presidential candidates, Democrat Kamala Harris and Republican Donald Trump. A […]
Anura Kumara Dissanayake Sworn In as Sri Lanka’s President, Vows to End Corruption and Restore Trust
Sri Lanka’s new president, Anura Kumara Dissanayake, has been sworn in, pledging to usher in “clean” politics as the nation recovers from its worst economic crisis. Dissanayake, a left-leaning politician, has positioned himself as a reformer, with his victory seen by analysts as a rejection of the corruption and cronyism that have long plagued Sri […]
Global Leaders Urged to Reform International Institutions at U.N. Summit to Tackle Future Crises
Amid a world grappling with conflicts and crises, leaders at this week’s annual U.N. meeting are being urged to not only address pressing issues but also to modernize the international institutions established after World War II to better handle future challenges. U.N. Secretary-General Antonio Guterres made this call a year ago, following a dire warning […]
Governor Fintiri Denounces Edo Governorship Election as a ‘Shameful’ Assault on Democracy
Adamawa State Governor Ahmadu Fintiri has voiced strong disapproval of the recent Edo State governorship election held on September 21. In a statement on Sunday, Fintiri criticized the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) for declaring Monday Okpebholo of the All Progressives Congress (APC) the winner, labeling the electoral process as “shameful.” Fintiri remarked, “I weep […]
Edo 2024: Tinubu Congratulates Okpebholo on Victory, Commends INEC and Voters
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has congratulated Senator Monday Okpebholo, the All Progressives Congress (APC) candidate, for his victory in the Edo State governorship election held on Saturday. In a statement issued by Bayo Onanuga, the President’s Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Tinubu remarked that Okpebholo’s win signifies broad support for the APC’s progressive agenda […]
Yoruba Youth Council Calls for Impeachment of Zamfara Governor Over Security Crisis
The Yoruba Youth Council (YYC) has urged the Zamfara State House of Assembly to impeach Governor Dauda Lawal over alleged mismanagement of the state’s deteriorating security situation. The group also called on the governor to stop his attacks on Minister of State for Defence and former governor, Alhaji Bello Matawalle. YYC President, Comrade Eric Oluwole, […]
Monday Okpebholo of APC Declared Winner of Edo Governorship Election
The candidate from the All Progressives Congress (APC), Monday Okpebholo, has been officially declared the winner of the Edo State governorship election. The announcement was made by Farouk Adamu, the returning officer from the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), during a declaration in Benin City on Sunday. “I, Prof. Faruq Adamu Kuta, certify that I […]
Obaseki Urges Calm Following APC Governorship Win, Cites Flawed Process
Edo State Governor Godwin Obaseki has urged residents to remain calm following the outcome of the recent governorship election. The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) declared Monday Okpebholo of the All Progressives Congress (APC) as the winner, who received 291,667 votes, defeating Asue Ighodalo of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), who secured 247,274 votes. Olumide […]
Gov. Umo Eno Denies Plans to Dump PDP for APC, Stresses Focus on Governance
Akwa Ibom State Governor, Umo Eno, has dispelled rumors about his alleged intentions to leave the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) for the All Progressives Congress (APC) due to his close relationship with Senate President, Godswill Akpabio. During a media session in Uyo as part of Akwa Ibom’s 37th-anniversary celebrations, Eno clarified that while he respects […]
Felix Osakwe Urges President Tinubu to Step Down as Petroleum Minister Amid Fuel Crisis
Felix Osakwe, the 2023 presidential candidate of the National Rescue Movement (NRM), has called on President Bola Tinubu to relinquish his role as Petroleum Minister, citing his inability to resolve Nigeria’s ongoing fuel crisis. Speaking during an interview in Abuja over the weekend, Osakwe questioned Tinubu’s decision to assume the role, asking why out of […]
