China, Nigeria, and hostage aircraft – By Dakuku Peterside …C0NTINUE READING HERE >>> Every story has two sides, but when a country’s reputation as a sovereign and an investment destination comes under threat, it calls for immediate concern and action from its citizens and leaders. The recent unfolding of a concerning development has significant implications … Read more
CARTOON OF THE DAY: Time to japa …C0NTINUE READING HERE >>> CARTOON OF THE DAY: Time to japa … Read more
Government cronies co-opt beloved Hungary lakeside, locals warn …C0NTINUE READING HERE >>> Lake Balaton’s free-entry beaches are giving way to five-star hotels and residential blocks. Photo: ATTILA KISBENEDEK / AFPSource: AFP Ringed by once-free beaches and green parks, Hungary’s Lake Balaton has delighted generations of holidaymakers — but now, locals warn, private developers are fencing … Read more
Asian markets get week off to largely positive start …C0NTINUE READING HERE >>> Traders are keenly awaiting a speech by Federal Reserve boss Jerome Powell at the Jackson Hole symposium this week. Photo: Andrew Harnik / GETTY IMAGES NORTH AMERICA/Getty Images via AFPSource: AFP Asian markets mostly rose Monday following last week’s strong performance, with … Read more
Tinubu Leaves For France Today On ‘Work Stay’ …C0NTINUE READING HERE >>> President Bola Tinubu has embarked on a trip to France. Tinubu, according to a statement issued by Special Adviser to the President on Media & Publicity, Chief Ajuri Ngelale, August 18, 2024 said, said Tinubu will return to the country after a brief … Read more
Tenure Elongation: Uncertainty Over Police Leadership …C0NTINUE READING HERE >>> As the September 4, 2024, 60th birthday of the inspector-general of police, IGP Kayode Egbetokun draws closer, there is uncertainty over the leadership of the Nigeria Police Force (NPF) over a plot to use the amendment to the Nigeria Police Act to extend his tenure. … Read more
Nigerian Health Commissioners Rally For Healthcare Reforms …C0NTINUE READING HERE >>> Health commissioners from the 36 states, alongside the mandate secretary of health for the Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA), have brainstormed on critical healthcare challenges and strategies for strengthening the nation’s health system. The commissioners, who met at the 3rd Quarterly Meeting of the … Read more
Death Toll In Benue Attack Hits 75 …C0NTINUE READING HERE >>> The death toll from the attack on the Ayati Community in Ukum Local Government Area of Benue State on the 8 of August 2024 has reached 75.Locals in the area who do not want their names in print told our correspondent through a telephone … Read more
Pro-Russia ‘news’ sites spew incendiary US election falsehoods …C0NTINUE READING HERE >>> Bogus ‘news’ sites are amplifying US election disinformation.. Photo: Rebecca DROKE / AFPSource: AFP Pro-Kremlin sites masquerading as US “news” outlets have dished out unfounded claims that Democrats plotted to assassinate Donald Trump, a prime example of how phony AI-powered portals are spewing … Read more
Recycling Project Targets Youths, Families In Nassarawa …C0NTINUE READING HERE >>> A new recycling initiative launched in the Sabongida community, Kokona local government area of Nasarawa State, aims to address youth restlessness while supporting local families. The project, sponsored by the United States Africa Development Foundation (USADF) was unveiled over the weekend. Chanja Datti Recycling … Read more