Written by World leaders warned of the harms of politically-motivated violence after the apparent assassination of right-wing activist and Trump ally Charlie Kirk. Kirk, a powerful voice in conservative politics at just 31 years old, was shot while speaking at an event at Utah Valley University in Utah. Here’s how world leaders reacted to his killing: ‘Dark … Continue reading “‘Threat To Democracy’: World Reacts To Killing Of Trump Ally Kirk”
The Department of State Services (DSS) has arraigned two senior commanders of Ansaru, a proscribed terrorist organisation. The suspects are Mahmud Usman, also known as Abu Bara’a Abbas/Mukhtar, and his deputy, Mahmud Al-Nigeri, also called Malam Mamuda. The DSS filed a 32-count charge against them at the Federal High Court in Abuja. The suspects … Continue reading “DSS Arraigns Ansaru Commanders For Alleged Terrorism”
South Korea’s spy agency said Thursday that North Korean leader Kim Jong Un’s daughter, Ju Ae, who recently accompanied him on a high-profile visit to Beijing, is understood to be his recognised successor. The teenager drew global attention earlier this month when she made her first official overseas trip with her father, as he met … Continue reading “North Korea’s Kim Ju Ae ‘Likely Successor’—Seoul”
Mexico said on Wednesday it will raise tariffs on automobiles from China and other Asian countries to 50%. A Reuters report noted that the move is in a broad overhaul of import levies, the government said would protect jobs and analysts said was aimed at placating the United States. The Economy Ministry said the … Continue reading “Mexico To Raise Tariffs On Cars From China To 50%”
As the 2027 general election inches closer by the day, former Presidential candidate, Peter Obi, reminded President Tinubu of his promise to not seek a second term if he fails to solve power issues in his first term. Obi wrote this via his X handle on Wednesday, September 10, after Nigeria suffered another power grid collapse. In … Continue reading “National Grid collapse: Peter Obi reminds President Tinubu of his promise to not seek a second term if he fails to solve power issues in his first term”
A 23-year-old woman suffering from postpartum psychosis allegedly placed her 15-day-old baby boy inside a refrigerator in Karula area of Moradabad. The incident took place last Friday, September 7. The mother is said to have struggled to get the baby to stop crying, so she placed him in the refrigerator and went to sleep. Hearing the baby’s cries, … Continue reading “23-year-old mother puts 15-day-old baby in refrigerator because he was not sleeping”
A new mural by street artist Banksy, depicting a judge beating a protester with a gavel, has been removed from the Royal Courts of Justice in London. The stenciled work showed a protester on the ground holding a bloodied placard as a judge in a wig and gown struck him. It appeared on the courthouse wall … Continue reading “Mural of judge beating protester scrubbed from London court”
US President Donald Trump has addressed the nation following the assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk, who was fatally shot on Wednesday during an appearance at Utah Valley University. Speaking in a solemn video message, Trump described the killer as a monster and called the tragedy a dark moment for America. He praised Kirk as a … Continue reading “Charlie Kirks voicebigger and grander after assassination Trump declares in 4 minute address to Americans (video)”
Ghana has started accepting West African nationals deported from the United States, President John Dramani Mahama said on Wednesday, September 10. According to Reuters, Mahama disclosed that a first batch of 14 deportees, made up of Nigerians, a Gambian and others, had already arrived in Accra, with the Ghanaian authorities facilitating their return to their respective … Continue reading “Ghana agrees to accept Nigerians, other West Africans deported from US”
Israeli Prime Minister, Benjamin Netanyahu has warned Qatar to expel Hamas leaders or prosecute them, declaring that if Doha fails to act, Israel will. His remarks came a day after an Israeli strike targeted Hamas leadership in Qatar, though none of the groups top officials were killed. In a defiant video message, Netanyahu compared the Hamas-led … Continue reading “If you dont, we will Netanyahu tells Qatar to expel Hamas chiefs or bring them to justice (video)”