Ambush Kills 9 Israeli Soldiers In Gaza City, Where Battles Rage Weeks Into Devastating Offensive
Palestinian militants ambushed Israeli troops in a dense Gaza City neighborhood, killing at least nine of them, media reported Wednesday, as Hamas put up stiff resistance in areas that Israel has isolated and pounded with airstrikes for over nine weeks. The air and ground offensive has resulted in the deaths of over 18,400 Palestinians, mostly civilians, since the […]
Israel Losing Global Support Over Gaza Bombing, Biden Says
US President Joe Biden has said Israel is starting to lose global support over its “indiscriminate bombing” of Gaza. His comments, made to donors at a fundraising event on Tuesday, marked his strongest criticism yet of Israel’s leadership. Mr Biden has offered unwavering public support to the country since Hamas launched its attacks on 7 […]
Akeredolu To Begin Medical Leave, Delegates Power To Aiyedatiwa
Ondo State Governor, Oluwarotimi Akeredolu, is set to commence his medical leave on Wednesday for follow-up medical treatment, according to his spokesman, Richard Olatunde. In a statement issued on Tuesday, Olatunde announced that during Akeredolu’s absence, Deputy Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa would assume the responsibilities of the governor in an acting capacity. Akeredolu, a Senior Advocate […]
EFCC Issues Wanted Declaration For Former Minister Agunloye Over $6 Billion Fraud
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has officially declared former Minister of Power and Steel, Olu Agunloye, as wanted due to alleged involvement in a $6 billion fraud. The EFCC stated, “Dr. Olu Agunloye is wanted by the EFCC. If You know his whereabouts? Please don’t hesitate to inform the EFCC or the nearest […]
Insufficient Funding: Minister Laments N532.5 Billion Budget For Poverty Alleviation
The Minister of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Alleviation, Betta Edu, has expressed her concern over the insufficiency of the allocated amount in the 2024 budget for effectively combating poverty in the country. During the budget defense session on Tuesday, before the Joint National Assembly Committee of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Alleviation, chaired by Senator Idiat […]
Villagers Take FG To Court Over Kaduna Massacre, Demand N33 Billion Compensation
Residents of Tudun Biri in Kaduna State have filed a lawsuit against the Federal Government led by Bola Ahmed Tinubu, seeking a compensation of N33 billion for the recent army airstrikes that resulted in the death of over 100 individuals in the village. The drone strike, occurring during a Maulud celebration, on Sunday, led to […]
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 […]
