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South African President Ramaphosa Suspends Police Minister Amid Corruption Probe

Johannesburg, South Africa— President Cyril Ramaphosa has placed Police Minister Senzo Mchunu on immediate leave following serious allegations that he obstructed investigations into politically motivated killings and colluded with criminal syndicates. The suspension comes after KwaZulu-Natal Police Commissioner General Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi accused Mchunu of interfering with key probes and receiving payments from corruption suspects, claims […]

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Global

Linda Yaccarino Resigns as CEO of X, Ends Two-Year Tenure

San Francisco, USA — Linda Yaccarino has officially stepped down as Chief Executive Officer of X, the social media platform formerly known as Twitter, bringing an end to what many have described as a controversial but pivotal chapter in the company’s recent history. Yaccarino, who was appointed CEO in June 2023, announced her resignation in […]

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Entertainment

Squid Game’ Finale Sparks Massive Celebration in Seoul

Seoul, South Korea — Thousands of fans converged in the heart of Seoul on Saturday to mark the conclusion of the globally acclaimed Netflix series “Squid Game,” which has become a powerful symbol of South Korea’s growing cultural influence. The event, staged near the historic Gyeongbokgung Palace, celebrated the release of the show’s third and […]

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Global

 S/Korea Detains 6 Americans Over Sending Bible to N/Korea

Seoul, South Korea — Authorities in South Korea have arrested six United States citizens accused of attempting to send religious materials and humanitarian items across the maritime border into North Korea. According to officials at the Ganghwa Police Station in Incheon, the six individuals — all American nationals aged between their 20s and 50s — […]

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Global

Maada Bio Takes Over as ECOWAS Chairman from Tinubu

Abuja, Nigeria — Sierra Leone’s President, Julius Maada Bio, has been appointed as the new Chairman of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS), following the conclusion of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s tenure. The transition was officially announced at the recent ECOWAS Summit, held at the Presidential Villa in Abuja, where heads of state […]

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Disaster

Nigeria Calls for Restraint Amid Escalating Iran-Israel Conflict

Abuja, Nigeria — The Federal Government of Nigeria has expressed deep concern over the escalating hostilities between Iran and Israel, urging both nations to show maximum restraint and prioritize diplomacy. The call was made in a statement issued Saturday by the spokesperson of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Mr. Kimiebi Ebienfa, in response to Israel’s […]

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Crime

U.S. Court Sentences Nigerian National to Five Years Over Sextortion Scheme Linked to Teen’s Death

Pennsylvania, USA — A U.S. federal court has sentenced Samuel Olasunkanmi Abiodun, a Nigerian national, to five years in prison for his involvement in a transnational sextortion and wire fraud conspiracy that led to the tragic death of a teenager in Pennsylvania. The sentence was announced by U.S. Attorney David Metcalf, who stated that Abiodun […]

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Educational

Russia to Deepen Educational Ties with Nigeria—Ambassador Podelyshev

Abuja, Nigeria — The Russian Federation has unveiled plans to strengthen its educational partnership with Nigeria through increased scholarship opportunities and broader academic collaboration. The announcement was made by the Russian Ambassador to Nigeria, Amb. Andrey Podelyshev, during a press briefing held Monday evening in Abuja. Speaking on Russia’s long-term vision, Amb. Podelyshev revealed that […]

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Aviation

Affordable Access: 8 European Countries Offering Visa Fees Under ₦150,000 for Nigerians

Lagos, Nigeria — In a bid to ease travel access for Nigerian citizens, several European countries have maintained visa fees below ₦150,000, making tourism, education, business, and family visits more accessible. While visa processing and documentation remain critical aspects of travel, affordability has emerged as a deciding factor for many Nigerians looking to explore Europe. […]

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Global

UK Granted slight Relief as US Doubles Steel Tariffs to 50%

Washington, D.C. — The United States has officially raised tariffs on foreign steel and aluminum to 50%, following a new executive order signed by President Donald Trump, in a move aimed at tightening protectionist trade policies. However, the United Kingdom has been granted temporary exemption from the hike, as its tariff rate remains at 25%, […]

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