COP28: UN Climate Talks In Jeopardy In Fossil Fuel Backlash
The UN climate talks in Dubai could be in jeopardy after some nations reacted furiously to a draft deal on fossil fuels they call “weak”. The draft removed language included in a previous text suggesting that fossil fuels could be “phased out”. All 198 countries at the summit must agree or there is no deal. […]
Supreme Court Asked To Decide If Trump Can Be Prosecuted
The US Supreme Court has been asked to decide whether Donald Trump can be prosecuted for crimes he allegedly committed while he was president. Jack Smith, the special counsel overseeing two criminal investigations into Mr Trump, asked the court on Monday for a quick ruling on whether he is immune from federal prosecution. The top […]
Over 100 Elephants Dead In Zimbabwe’s Drought, Says Animal Welfare Group
The International Fund for Animal Welfare (IFAW) reported that Zimbabwe’s Hwange National Park has witnessed the demise of over 100 elephants due to dried-up water holes caused by an extended dry season. Hwange covers more than 14,600 square kilometres (5,600 square miles) and is home to about 45,000 elephants. “At least 100 elephants are already […]
Tinubu Unveils 107 Electric Taxis, Buses In Borno
President Bola Tinubu has unveiled a fleet of 107 electric/gas buses and taxis in Borno State as part of Governor Babagana Zulum’s efforts to mitigate the impact of the fuel subsidy removal. The commissioning ceremony took place on Monday near the Shehu of Borno’s Palace, where President Tinubu commended Governor Zulum for his innovative development […]
PDP Urges INEC To Conduct Fresh Elections In 27 Rivers Constituencies Following Defection
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has urged the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to conduct new elections in the 27 state constituencies of Rivers State. The party’s statement comes after 27 Rivers State Assembly members defected from the PDP to the All Progressives Congress (APC). According to the PDP, the seats have automatically become vacant […]
Israel Battles Militants In Gaza’s Main Cities, With Civilians Still Trapped In The Crossfire
Israeli forces battled Palestinian militants in Gaza’s two largest cities on Monday, with civilians still trapped in the fighting even after hundreds of thousands have fled to other parts of the besieged territory. Israel has pledged to keep fighting until it removes Hamas from power, dismantles its military capabilities and returns all of the hostages taken by […]
Javier Milei: New President Tells Argentina ‘shock treatment’ Looms
Argentina’s new far-right president has vowed to deliver economic “shock treatment” in his first speech after formally taking office. Javier Milei warned Argentines “there is no money” and recommitted to a programme of harsh austerity measures. The populist outsider won a surprise election victory in November with radical pledges to overhaul the South American nation’s ailing economy. […]
Senate Contributes N109 Million December Salaries To Victims Of Kaduna Air Strike
The leadership of the 10th Senate has contributes 109 million naira from their December salaries to support the victims of the accidental army air strike in Tudun Biri village, Igabi Local Government Area of Kaduna State. Senator Barau Jibrin, the Deputy Senate President, announced the donation during a condolence visit to Governor Uba Sani. Expressing […]
ECOWAS Leaders Convene In Abuja Amidst Regional Coups
West African leaders gathered on Sunday in Abuja to address the deepening crisis in the region, marked by military takeovers in Mali, Burkina Faso, Guinea, and Niger since 2020. ECOWAS member states Sierra Leone and Guinea-Bissau also reported attempted coups recently. With the Sahel facing jihadist conflicts and the French military withdrawing, concerns mount over […]
Umahi Reveals N1.5tr Debt Inherited By Ministry Of Works From Buhari’s Administration
Minister of Works, David Umahi, discloses a staggering N1.5 trillion debt left by the previous administration under President Muhammadu Buhari. The Ministry establishes six committees, one for each geopolitical zone, to investigate the extensive debt owed to contractors. These committees will assess certified certificates generated before May 29th, 2023, and from that date onwards. They […]
