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admin - November 7, 2024

33 Million Nigerians May Face Severe Food Insecurity By 2025 – WFP Warns

By Onoja Baba, Nigeria A recent report by the United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) has raised an alarming red flag, saying by 2025, 33 million Nigerians are expected to face severe food insecurity. The report, based on the Cadre Harmonisé food security and malnutrition analysis led by the Nigerian […]

admin - November 7, 2024

Kenyan-Born Huldah Momanyi Wins Seat In United States Elections

By Lisbeth Micheni, Kenya Huldah Momanyi, running under the Democratic–Farmer–Labor (DFL) Party, has made history as the first Kenyan-born politician to hold office in the United States of America. She won the Minnesota State House seat for District 38A with 64.78 percent of the vote, defeating her opponent, Wynfred Russell, in […]

admin - November 7, 2024

New Terrorist Group ‘Lukarawas’ Emerges In Northwestern Nigeria

By Onoja Baba, Abuja, Nigeria The Defence Headquarters has confirmed the formation of a new terrorist group, identified as ‘Lukarawas,’ infiltrating Nigeria’s northwestern regions, specifically Sokoto and Kebbi States. The group is believed to have originated in the Republic of Niger, following a recent military coup that disrupted long-standing security […]

admin - November 7, 2024

Hamas Urges Trump Administration To End Gaza Conflict Following 2024 U.S. Election Victory

By Utebor Paul, Nigeria Following the victory of Donald Trump in the 2024 U.S. presidential election, the Palestinian militant group Hamas has issued a statement calling for the incoming U.S. administration to address the ongoing conflict in Gaza and the West Bank. The statement, released on Wednesday, expressed hope that […]

admin - November 7, 2024

Big Brother Naija Star Hermes Iyele Announces Death Of Mum

By Utebor Paul, Nigeria Big Brother Naija star, Hermes Chibueze Iyele has publicly announced the passing of his mother, Isioma Phebian Iyele, who died on 5th November. In a heartfelt statement shared on social media, Hermes expressed the depth of his grief, noting that he felt compelled to go public […]

admin - November 7, 2024

N’Assembly Clerk, 30 Officials Set To Retire As Tinubu Denies Service Extension

By Onoja Baba, Nigeria In a significant shift for Nigeria’s parliamentary service, the Clerk of the National Assembly, Magaji Tambawal, and 30 senior officials are set to retire following President Bola Tinubu’s decision to decline a service extension bill. Tambawal officially began his pre-retirement leave on November 1, 2024, and […]

admin - November 6, 2024

Yul Edochie Slams Critics Over Comments on Marriage and Social Media

By Utebor Paul, Nigeria Nollywood actor Yul Edochie has taken to social media to address critics who frequently advise him to keep his marriage off the public eye. In a post he made on his Instagram page, Edochie expressed frustration with unsolicited advice and criticism about his personal life. […]

admin - November 6, 2024

Netanyahu Congratulates Trump on Re-election Victory

By Utebor Paul, Nigeria Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has extended warm congratulations to Donald Trump following his re-election as President of the United States. Trump reclaimed the White House on Wednesday after securing more than the 270 Electoral College votes needed to win the 2024 presidential election, marking a […]

admin - November 6, 2024

Ronaldo Could Return To Manchester United Under New Manager Amorim, Says Sheringham

By Onoja Baba, Nigeria Former Manchester United forward Teddy Sheringham, has suggested that Cristiano Ronaldo could be welcomed back to Old Trafford under the potential leadership of Ruben Amorim. Sheringham, in a recent interview with FlashScore, shared his view that Amorim’s appointment as United manager could pave the way for […]

admin - November 6, 2024

NIGERIA: Kano Governor Pledges Rehabilitation and Educational Support For Released Minors

By Onoja Baba, Nigeria Kano State Governor, Abba Yusuf, has committed to providing rehabilitation, educational support, and reintegration assistance for 76 minors recently released after their detention in connection with the #EndBadGovernance protest. On Tuesday night, Yusuf expressed his intention to help the young people reintegrate into society and resume […]