Tinubu orders defence minister Matawalle to Kebbi amid schoolgirl abduction crisis
President Tinubu has instructed Defence Minister Bello Matawalle to relocate to Kebbi State to monitor security efforts following the abduction of 25 schoolgirls.
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PDP crisis: Makinde explains his fallout with Wike
Oyo State governor Seyi Makinde says his dispute with Nyesom Wike is rooted in concerns over preserving Nigeria’s multi-party democracy.
Lawmakers in US seek to recognize Israel’s Gaza attack as genocide
Tlaib’s resolution calls on Congress to recognize Israeli attacks in Gaza as genocide and halt US arms transfers immediately.
Former Hamas hostage Emily Damari shares story of 471 days in Gaza
“Even at the hardest moment I didn’t look down… They have not broken me.”
UN flags Nigeria, Mali among 16 global hunger hotspots
A joint UN report has warned that worsening conflicts and funding gaps could push millions into famine, listing Nigeria among 16 global hunger hotspots.
Trump administration faces challenges implementing Gaza peace deal
Documents obtained by POLITICO reveal that Trump administration officials are concerned about the difficulties in implementing the Gaza peace deal between Israel and Hamas, particularly regarding security and governance.
Netanyahu declares Israel-Gaza war “has not ended”
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has declared that the Israel-Gaza war is not over, warning that Hamas remains a threat despite a fragile ceasefire.
Israel confirms recovery of soldier’s remains from 2014 Gaza war
Israel has recovered the remains of soldier Hadar Goldin, killed in 2014, after 11 years of negotiations and family appeals.
Israel turns down over 100 humanitarian aid requests for Gaza, UN reports
Haq said “some relief items rejected for entry into Gaza are ones which Israeli authorities deem to fall outside the scope of humanitarian aid.”
Pope Leo and President Abbas stress urgent need for Gaza aid, revival of two-state talks
“During the cordial talks, it was recognized that there is an urgent need to provide assistance to the civilian population in Gaza.”