Author: Adejuyigbe Francis

Donald Trump Nears White House Return With Projected Victory In Key Swing State Of Pennsylvania. Donald Trump is on the brink of a remarkable return to the White House, as projections show him winning Pennsylvania, a pivotal swing state in the US presidential election. With earlier victories in North Carolina and Georgia, Trump has significantly narrowed Kamala Harris’s path to victory, positioning himself just steps away from reclaiming the presidency after his 2020 loss to Joe Biden. In what would be an extraordinary political comeback, Trump’s campaign has defied sceptics who questioned his strategy and messaging, particularly on issues…

Ukraine Reports First Skirmish With North Korean Troops As Tensions Rise On The Frontlines. Ukraine has reported its first engagement with North Korean soldiers, marking an unexpected development in the ongoing conflict with Russia. President Volodymyr Zelensky estimated that approximately 11,000 North Korean troops are stationed in Russia’s Kursk region, near Ukraine’s border. Ukrainian Defence Minister Rustem Umerov confirmed the clash, describing it as a “small contact” rather than a full-scale engagement. The incident raises significant concerns about North Korea’s involvement in Russia’s war effort. Speaking to South Korean broadcaster KBS, Umerov indicated that Ukrainian forces had encountered a…

Federal Government Abolishes 18-Year Admission Benchmark For Tertiary Institutions, Signals Possible Education Policy Review. In a significant shift for Nigeria’s education sector, the new Minister of Education, Tunji Alausa, has announced the removal of the minimum age requirement of 18 years for admission into tertiary institutions. The decision, revealed during Alausa’s inaugural ministerial press conference in Abuja, signals a potential move towards greater flexibility in admission policies. Minister Alausa hinted at broader changes, suggesting that his administration is considering a comprehensive review of the national education policy to better align with evolving educational needs. This move could open up…

President Tinubu Promotes Acting Chief Of Army Staff Oluyede To Lieutenant General. In a move recognising dedication and exemplary service, President Bola Tinubu has promoted Acting Chief of Army Staff, Olufemi Olatubosun Oluyede, to the rank of Lieutenant General. The promotion, announced on Tuesday and celebrated at a ceremony in Abuja’s State House, underscores the administration’s commitment to bolstering the leadership of Nigeria’s armed forces. Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, explained that the promotion reflects Oluyede’s steadfast commitment to the Nigerian military, as well as his impressive service record. President Tinubu expressed admiration for Oluyede’s accomplishments,…

National Grid Collapses For 10th Time In 2024, Plunging Nigeria Into Darkness. In yet another setback for Nigeria’s power sector, the National Grid experienced a significant collapse on Tuesday, 5th November, marking the 10th such incident in 2024. The outage, which reportedly began around 2:09 pm, left many parts of the country in darkness, as power was disrupted across multiple regions. The Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN) responded to the situation with a statement from its General Manager, Public Affairs, Ndidi Mbah, who provided further insights into the cause of the disruption. According to Mrs Mbah, the collapse, recorded…

Boeing Workers End Seven-Week Strike After Accepting New Contract. Boeing’s largest union, representing its U.S. West Coast factory workers, has accepted a new contract that includes a substantial pay rise, bringing an end to a seven-week strike that had halted much of the company’s jet production. The union vote, which passed with 59% approval, marks the first Boeing strike in 16 years and comes as a relief for the planemaker, which has faced significant financial challenges. The approved contract grants workers a 38% pay rise over four years, along with other benefits. The strike, which started on 13 September,…

Historic US Presidential Election Between Trump And Harris Remains Too Close To Call. Millions of Americans cast their votes on Tuesday in a historic presidential race between Republican Donald Trump and Democrat Kamala Harris, as the contest nears an uncertain conclusion. This high-stakes election has seen unprecedented twists and fierce competition, with two drastically different visions for the future of the United States at stake. After an intense campaign season marked by two assassination attempts against Trump, President Joe Biden’s surprising withdrawal, and Harris’s rapid ascent, the outcome remains in the balance. Trump’s campaign has indicated he may declare…

A joint operation by the Nigerian Hunters and Forest Security Service (NHFSS) and Operation Clean and Healthy Anambra (Ochabrigade) led to the successful rescue of a kidnapped victim in Nimo, Njikoka Local Government Area, Anambra State, over the weekend. According to a report by the Southeast Zonal Commander of the NHFSS, ACG Mark Okem Okonkwo, the incident occurred while Catholic church parishes in the Nimo community were holding prayers for the departed. During this time, kidnappers targeted and abducted Chukwunonso Nzekwe, a building engineer originally from Attani Achi in Oji River Local Government Area of Enugu State, who resides in…

Nigerian Army Declares 43 Soldiers Wanted For Desertion In Borno State. The Nigerian Army has declared 43 soldiers wanted for desertion following their unauthorised absence from duties in Borno State, where they were assigned to combat Boko Haram insurgents. The soldiers, drawn from various units across the country, were posted to the 403 Amphibious Brigade in Baga, a community that has faced repeated attacks by insurgents. According to a military statement signed by Major HO Akoh, acting on behalf of the 403 Amphibious Brigade Commander, the soldiers were directed to report back to their unit by 31 October 2024.…

Trial Begins In Paris Over Teacher Samuel Paty’s 2020 Murder. The trial has begun in Paris for eight individuals accused of encouraging the killer of Samuel Paty, a secondary school teacher who was brutally murdered in October 2020 after showing cartoons of the Prophet Muhammad during a lesson on freedom of speech. Paty’s beheading shocked France and highlighted the country’s ongoing struggle with issues of free expression and religious extremism. The attacker, Abdoullakh Anzorov, an 18-year-old of Chechen descent, was killed by police shortly after the attack, making this trial more focused on the events and influences that led…

Ancelotti Calls For Football Suspension In Spain After Tragic Valencia Floods. Real Madrid manager Carlo Ancelotti has voiced his belief that all football in Spain should have been paused out of respect for those affected by the devastating floods in the Valencia region, which have claimed more than 215 lives. Speaking ahead of Real’s upcoming Champions League fixture, Ancelotti emphasised the need for sensitivity during this time of tragedy. Following a request from La Liga, the Royal Spanish Football Federation (RFEF) postponed Real Madrid’s away match against Valencia and Villarreal’s home game against Rayo Vallecano on Saturday. Last week,…

Harry Wilson’s Late Double Seals Dramatic Fulham Comeback Against Brentford In a thrilling London derby at Craven Cottage, substitute Harry Wilson stunned Brentford with two injury-time goals, propelling Fulham to a 2-1 victory after coming from behind. The late heroics lifted Fulham into ninth place, keeping them within reach of the European spots. The match began with Brentford’s Vitaly Janelt scoring a spectacular opener, a thunderous strike from 25 yards that put the visitors in the lead in the first half. Brentford, known for their quick starts this season, seemed poised to claim the points as Fulham struggled to find…