Written by Venezuelan opposition leader Maria Corina Machado dedicated her Nobel Peace Prize on Friday to the people of Venezuela — and US President Donald Trump, for his “decisive support” for her country’s pro-democracy movement. “I dedicate this prize to the suffering people of Venezuela and to President Trump for his decisive support of our cause!” … Continue reading “Nobel Peace Prize Winner Machado Dedicates Award To Trump”
Governor Nasir Idris of Kebbi State has directed the recall of students of the College of Health Sciences and Technology, Jega, who were suspended following the 2024 student riot that led to the closure of the institution. The Provost of the college, Hussaini Aliyu, made this known during a press briefing in Birnin Kebbi … Continue reading “Kebbi Gov Orders Recall Of Suspended College Of Health Sciences Students”
Russian drones and missiles pummelled Ukraine’s struggling energy infrastructure early Friday, cutting power to thousands across the country and killing a seven-year-old boy, authorities said. The Russian attack, which combined hundreds of drones and nearly three dozen missiles, disrupted power supplies in nine regions and plunged entire districts of Kyiv into darkness. AFP journalists … Continue reading “Russian Attack Batters Ukraine Energy Grid, Kills Seven-Year-Old”
The EU Friday demanded digital giants, including Snapchat and, YouTube explain how they are protecting children from online harm, as all but two member states signalled openness to restricting social media access for minors. The European Union has stringent rules regulating the digital space, including what children should be able to see, but there … Continue reading “EU Grills Apple, Snapchat, YouTube Over Risks To Children”
Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, has expressed appreciation to President Bola Tinubu for his decision to bestow a Posthumous Pardon on the Ogoni 9 and the prestigious National Honours Awards on the Ogoni 4. A statement by his Chief Press Secretary, Nelson Chukwudi, said the governor expressed his appreciation while reacting to the unanimous … Continue reading “Gov Fubara Hails Tinubu For Posthumous Pardon, National Honours On Ogoni 13”
The United Nations on Friday called on Madagascar authorities to avoid unnecessary force against protesters, a day after clashes with police at a youth-led rally in the capital, where deadly unrest has rumbled for two weeks. Antananarivo was calm on Friday, with parts of the city still cordoned off by security forces, AFP journalists … Continue reading “UN Calls On Madagascar To Avoid Unnecessary Force Against Protesters”
A coalition of civil society organisations (CSOs) working on democracy and elections in Nigeria and across Africa has reacted to the nomination of Professor Joash Ojo Amupitan (SAN) as the next Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC). The CSOs, in a joint statement released on Thursday, acknowledged the announcement made by the … Continue reading “CSOs Demand Transparent Senate Screening Of INEC Chair Nominee Amupitan”
The Nigerian nation, and the entire community dedicated to promoting excellence and integrity, is mourning the loss of a true giant, His Excellency, Dr. Christopher Kolade, CON, who passed away peacefully on Wednesday, October 8, 2025, at the age of 93. Dr. Kolade was more than a former High Commissioner to the United Kingdom, … Continue reading “A Giant’s Farewell: Hallmark Of Labour Foundation Pays Tribute To ‘Pillar Of Integrity’ Christopher Kolade”
Israel’s justice ministry published on Friday a list of 250 prisoners to be released in exchange for hostages still held in Gaza, as part of a ceasefire deal with Hamas. The list does not include the names of several senior Palestinian militant leaders seen as symbols of resistance and whose release Hamas has demanded. … Continue reading “Israel Publishes List Of 250 Prisoners Due To Be Freed In Hostage Swap”
The White House lashed out at the Norwegian Nobel Committee on Friday after it awarded the peace prize to Venezuelan opposition leader Maria Corina Machado and overlooked US President Donald Trump. “The Nobel Committee proved they place politics over peace,” White House Director of Communications Steven Cheung said on X. “President Trump will continue … Continue reading “Nobel Prize: Trump’s Snub Was ‘Politics Over Peace’, Says White House”