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JUST IN: Trump lauds Tinubu’s decisive leadership against terrorists
United States (US) President Donald Trump has lauded President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for his decisive leadership “on behalf of the Nigerian people.” In a letter to President Tinubu, President Trump applauded Tinubu’s resolve “to tackle the issues plaguing Nigeria, especially the violence affecting Christian communities.” According to Trump: “It is a true honour to stand…
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CBN Retains Interest Rate At 26.5%, Raises Concerns Over Heightened ‘Global Uncertainties’
The Central Bank of Nigeria’s (CBN) Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) has opted to keep the Monetary Policy Rate (MPR), which is the country’s benchmark interest rate, unchanged at 26.5 per cent. It reached the decision following the MPC meeting held in Abuja on Tuesday. The CBN governor, Olayemi Cardoso, who announced it, said that while…
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PFIPC Probe: Reps Panel Faults MDAs Over Absence, Summons Foreign Affairs Minister, NSA
House of Representatives Ad Hoc Committee investigating the Presidential Foreign Investment Promotion Council (PFIPC) has expressed displeasure over the failure of some heads of Ministries, Departments and Agencies (MDAs) to honour its summons. The committee voiced its concerns shortly after Tuesday’s plenary, describing the absence of key government officials as a setback to its ongoing…
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Zelensky Sacks Army Chief Syrsky After Days Of Protests
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky on Tuesday sacked his Soviet-trained army chief Oleksandr Syrsky following a political crisis triggered by the removal of a popular, young and tech-savvy defence minister. The Ukrainian leader announced he was appointing joint forces commander Mykhailo Drapaty in his place. Syrsky, 60, had served in the role since 2024 and was…
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Xenophobia: Reps Move To Document Losses, Seek Compensation For Nigerians In South Africa
The House of Representatives has called for a comprehensive investigation into the losses, casualties and properties abandoned by Nigerians following recent xenophobic attacks in South Africa. The lawmakers also urged the Federal Government to intensify diplomatic engagements, pursue legal measures and strengthen bilateral cooperation with South Africa to ensure the safety and protection of Nigerians…
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IGP Disu decorates 13 new AIGs, 17 CPs following promotion of 30 senior officers
Inspector-General of Police, IGP Olatunji Rilwan Disu, has formally decorated thirty (30) senior officers recently elevated to the ranks of Assistant Inspector-General of Police (AIG) and Commissioner of Police (CP). The ceremony, held at the Goodluck Ebele Jonathan Peacekeeping Hall, Force Headquarters, Abuja, marks the formal decoration of officers whose promotions reflect years of dedicated…
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OFFICIAL: Chelsea Smash British Transfer Record to Sign Morgan Rogers in £117m Deal
Chelsea have completed the signing of Morgan Rogers from Aston Villa in a British record and club record £117 million deal, with the England international signing a contract until June 2032. The agreement also includes the option of a further year. The Blues beat off strong interest from Arsenal to land Rogers, with Xabi Alonso’s…
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Millions Celebrate As Spain Parade World Cup Trophy Through Madrid
New World Cup champions Spain enjoyed a vibrant celebration parade on an open-top bus through the streets of Madrid on Monday evening, with a jubilant crowd of an estimated two million people out to celebrate, according to local authorities. The players, some shirtless, others holding drinks, set off on their procession under a blazing sun,…
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‘The Pain Is Immense,’ Says Messi After World Cup Final Defeat
Lionel Messi said on Monday that after Argentina’s World Cup final loss “the pain is immense and it’s going to take a long time for this wound to heal.” “I’ll also hold on to all the good memories,” Messi wrote in Spanish on Instagram, alongside a photo of himself wearing his loser’s medal following the…
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Premier League Referee Anthony Taylor Announces Retirement After 20-Year Career
Veteran English official Anthony Taylor has announced his retirement from professional football officiating, bringing an end to an illustrious career that spanned more than two decades at the highest level of the game. Taylor confirmed his decision on Tuesday, describing his time as one of football’s leading referees as “an immense privilege” while admitting the…