OPINION: US proves its global dominance as the ‘world’s superpower’ again

As conflicted as our judgements might be about Israel’s conduct of its war in Gaza, there should be no ambiguity about our condemnation of Iran’s attack on Israel. Our outrage should be as deafening as was our outrage when Vladimir Putin attacked Ukraine on February 22, 2022. National security team in Washington (Source: The Telegraph) … Continue reading OPINION: US proves its global dominance as the ‘world’s superpower’ again

NOT BOKO HARAM: Nigerian army detain soldier who killed lover

The Nigerian Army says it is investigating the alleged killing of a lady, Hauwakulu Tabra, by a soldier, Private Adamu Muhammad at one of the barracks in Enugu State. The incident occurred on April 11, 2024 and the corpse of the lady was discovered within the barracks the following day. In a statement on Sunday, … Continue reading NOT BOKO HARAM: Nigerian army detain soldier who killed lover

G7 unhappy with attacks on Israel, calls for restraint

Leaders of G7 nations on Sunday condemned Iran’s unprecedented attack on Israel and called for “restraint” from all sides. “We unanimously condemned Iran’s unprecedented attack against Israel”, European Council President Charles Michel wrote on X, formerly Twitter, following video talks. “We will continue all our efforts to work towards de-escalation. Ending the crisis in Gaza … Continue reading G7 unhappy with attacks on Israel, calls for restraint

US House Speaker Mike Johnson pledges to push for aid to Israel, Ukraine this week

House Speaker Mike Johnson said Sunday he will try to advance wartime aid for Israel this week as he attempts the difficult task of winning House approval for a national security package that also includes funding for Ukraine and allies in Asia. Johnson, R-La., is already under immense political pressure from his fellow GOP lawmakers … Continue reading US House Speaker Mike Johnson pledges to push for aid to Israel, Ukraine this week

US will not take part in any Israeli retaliatory action against Iran

President Joe Biden warned Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu the U.S. will not take part in a counter-offensive against Iran, an option Netanyahu's war cabinet favors after a mass drone and missile attack on Israeli territory, according to officials. The threat of open warfare erupting between the arch Middle East foes and dragging in the United States put … Continue reading US will not take part in any Israeli retaliatory action against Iran

Leverkusen breaks Bayern’s 11-year run as Bundesliga champions

Bayer Leverkusen lifted the Bundesliga title for the first time in their 120-year history on Sunday, a 5-0 victory over Werder Bremen breaking Bayern Munich’s 11-year stranglehold on the German topflight. Xabi Alonso’s Leverkusen knew victory would secure the title with five games to spare, but there were no signs of nerves in a dominant … Continue reading Leverkusen breaks Bayern’s 11-year run as Bundesliga champions

CHIBOK ABDUCTION: Parents waiting for the return of 92 girls after 10 years

Exactly 10 years after the abduction of 276 students of Government Girls’ Secondary School, Chibok, in Borno State, former abductees, parents and relatives gathered at the multipurpose hall of the school on Sunday to pray for the safe return of 92 uncounted girls. At the inter-faith service of prayers, speakers expressed mixed reactions following the … Continue reading CHIBOK ABDUCTION: Parents waiting for the return of 92 girls after 10 years