NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte warned Thursday that North Korea’s involvement in Russia’s war against Ukraine represents a direct threat to U.S. security, as he made a concerted effort to persuade Donald Trump to continue supporting Kyiv. Rutte’s remarks came as fears are growing in Europe that Trump, if re-elected as U.S. president, could withdraw crucial…
Former President Barack Obama on Wednesday extended his congratulations to Donald Trump on his election victory, emphasizing the critical importance of a peaceful transfer of power. In a statement, Obama acknowledged the outcome was not what he had hoped for but reinforced the democratic principle that election results must be respected, regardless of personal preferences….
By Ayomide Otitoju Barrister Hassan Bello, Principal Partner of Justicia Legal Practitioners and former Executive Secretary of the Nigerian Shippers’ Council (NSC), has committed to providing free legal assistance to Nigerian women in the maritime sector who experience gender-based discrimination in their workplaces. Speaking at the 2024 MMS Hall of Fame Induction and Life-Impact Awards…
By Ayomide Otitoju In a significant move to bolster education and healthcare in Anambra State, Peter Obi has donated a total of ₦60 million to the University of the Niger (UNINIGER) and the School of Nursing Science, Iyienu, Ogidi, both institutions under the Anglican Diocese of the Niger. During a visit to the University of…
By Ayomide Otitoju The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), Anambra State Command, has honored newly promoted officers in a ceremony that highlighted the importance of loyalty, discipline, and commitment to their new ranks. The event, held at the State Command Headquarters in Awka, saw the decoration of officers recently elevated by the Civil…
By Ayomide Otitoju Inspector-General of Police (IGP) Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, Ph.D., NPM, and senior officials from the Defence Headquarters extended their condolences on Tuesday to Mrs. Mariya Lagbaja, widow of the late Chief of Army Staff, Lt. Gen. Taoreed Lagbaja, at his official residence in Abuja. During the visit, the IGP described the late General…
In a moment of profound reflection, U.S. President Joe Biden is set to address the nation on Thursday, vowing a smooth transition of power to his longtime rival, Donald Trump, following Trump’s decisive election victory over Vice President Kamala Harris. Biden, 81, will speak from the White House Rose Garden at 11 a.m. (1600 GMT)…
In a defiant concession speech at her alma mater, Howard University, U.S. Vice President Kamala Harris on Wednesday accepted her electoral defeat to Donald Trump, pledging a peaceful transfer of power while urging her supporters to “keep fighting” for their ideals. “We must accept the results of this election,” Harris declared, revealing she had spoken…
By Ayomide Otitoju In a show of respect and tribute to the late Chief of Army Staff, Lt. Gen. Taoreed Lagbaja, police personnel across Nigeria will don black armbands for the next seven days, following a directive from the Inspector General of Police (IGP) Kayode Egbetokun. The announcement, conveyed in a statement by Force spokesman…
