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Nationwide Strike Commences, Shutting Down Banks, Healthcare, Schools, Courts and other Key Services
Nationwide Strike Commences.
A total lockdown commences this morning as a nationwide strike begins, following the breakdown of last-minute minimum wage negotiations.
After a four-hour meeting with the National Assembly leadership on Sunday evening in Abuja, the Organised Labour leaders announced that the nationwide industrial action, scheduled for Monday, June 3, 2024, would proceed as planned.
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No War Halt for Hostages, Netanyahu Adviser Tells Families
No War Halt for Hostages, Netanyahu Adviser Tells Families.
Israel’s National Security Adviser, Tzachi Hanegbi, informed families of hostages held in Gaza that the government will not cease the war in exchange for the release of all hostages taken since October 7. This stance was reported by Channel 12 and covered by the Times of Israel.
Hanegbi conveyed optimism about a “stage one” deal to return hostages classified as humanitarian, which could be completed within months rather than years. However, he emphasized that the government would not stop military operations to secure the release of all hostages, as ongoing fighting is deemed necessary to prevent future attacks like the one on October 7.
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Plea Bargain Application for Kidnapper Evans Hits Snag
Plea Bargain Application for Kidnapper Evans Hits Snag.
The plea bargain application filed by convicted kidnap kingpin Chukwudumeme Onwuamadike, also known as Evans, was delayed on Thursday due to the absence of legal advice.
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Family of Student Beaten to Death at Ajayi Crowther University Visits the School, Demands Justice
Student Beaten to Death at Ajayi Crowther University.
A high-powered delegation from the Warri and Uvwie kingdoms of Delta State visited Ajayi Crowther University in Oyo State on Wednesday to investigate the circumstances surrounding the death of Alex Timileyin, a student who allegedly died after being beaten by his colleagues last Saturday.
The delegation, led by the deceased’s uncle, Prince Yemi Emiko, and Efe Ofobruku, included other representatives from the kingdoms, such as Alex Eyengho and Clem Onotoye. They arrived at the university to seek answers about the tragic incident and to demand justice for the deceased.
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Tinubu Issues Directive for Integration of NOUN Graduates into NYSC Scheme and Law School
Tinubu Issues Directive for Integration of NOUN Graduates into NYSC Scheme and Law School.
President Bola Tinubu has instructed the Ministry of Education to include graduates of the National Open University of Nigeria (NOUN) in the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) scheme. Additionally, he has resolved the longstanding issue of admitting NOUN Law graduates to the Nigerian Law School, ensuring they have equal opportunities as their peers from other institutions.
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“Nigeria, We Hail Thee” Returns as National Anthem Under New Law
“Nigeria, We Hail Thee” Returns as National Anthem Under New Law.
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has enacted the National Anthem Bill 2024 into law. This bill successfully passed its first and second readings in the House of Representatives and the Senate.
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Tragedy in Rafah: Intercepted Call Reveals Possible Cause of Deadly Fire
Israel Releases Intercepted Call Related to Rafah Strike
Israel has released an intercepted call that may suggest a secondary explosion at a weapons depot contributed to the fire in Rafah. The call is part of the evidence Israel’s military is using to investigate the airstrike that sparked a blaze in a refugee camp on Sunday.
The call appears between two Palestinians discussing the strike and its aftermath. One speaker describes the explosion of a nearby weapons depot, which may have ignited the fire. The speakers also mention bags of money flying in the air, suggesting the presence of a significant amount of currency.
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Israel Defies UN Court Order, Continues Rafah Offensive Amidst International Pressure
Israel Continues Rafah Offensive.
Despite the International Court of Justice (ICJ) ordering Israel to “immediately halt” its military offensive in Rafah, the country continued bombing the Gaza Strip, including Rafah, on Saturday.
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Disturbing Footage of 19-year-old Israeli Female Soldiers Held Captive, Allegedly Sexually Abused and Tortured
Disturbing Footage of 19-year-old Israeli Female Soldiers Held Captive, Allegedly Sexually Abused and Tortured.
The conflict between Israel and Hamas continues to escalate, with a disturbing video surfacing showing five 19-year-old Israeli female soldiers held captive for 228 days.
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Tinubu Appoints New Heads for Environmental and River Basin Agencies
Tinubu Appoints New Heads for Environmental and River Basin Agencies.
President Bola Tinubu has appointed Engr. Chukwuemeka Woke as the Director-General/Chief Executive Officer of the National Oil Spill Detection and Response Agency (NOSDRA) and Dr. Adedeji Ashiru as the Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer of the Ogun-Osun River Basin Development Authority (OORBDA).
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Nigerian Police Officer Kills Man After Discharging Tear Gas Canister at Close Range in Abuja
Police Officer Kills Man in Abuja.
Tragedy struck on Wednesday, May 22, when Onyebuchi Anene was fatally injured by police officers in Abuja.
The incident occurred after Anene, who was returning from work, accidentally collided with a motorcyclist carrying a passenger. Concerned for their safety, Anene stopped to check on them. After confirming they were unharmed and the motorcyclist and passenger had left the scene, Anene got back into his car to continue his journey home.
Shortly after, police officers arrived and instructed Anene to follow them to the station. When he refused, a quarrel ensued.
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NYSC Camp Scandal: Married Woman Dismissed for Having Affair with Colleague 24hrs After Arriving Camp
Disgraced NYSC Married Woman Dismissed for Having Affair.
A married member of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) was discovered engaging in an inappropriate relationship with a male colleague just 24 hours after arriving at the three-week orientation camp.
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Iran’s Military Releases Findings on Helicopter Crash That Killed President Raisi
Iran’s Military Releases Findings on Helicopter Crash That Killed President Raisi
The General Staff of the Iranian Armed Forces has issued its initial report on the investigation into the helicopter crash that resulted in the death of President Ebrahim Raisi and seven others. The report suggests no external interference, stating that the helicopter was on its planned path before crashing.
What Caused Ebrahim Raisi’s Helicopter to Crash?
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Tensions Rise as Russia Launches Satellite Near US Orbiter
Russia Launches Satellite Near US Orbiter.
The Pentagon has confirmed that Russia recently launched a potentially threatening space weapon into orbit, positioning it near a US government satellite.
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Gaza Air Strikes Kill 26 as Israel Signals Willingness for Truce Negotiations
Israel carried out devastating air strikes on Gaza on Thursday while signaling its willingness to resume stalled truce and hostage release negotiations with Hamas, according to Vanguard. The conflict, which erupted on October 7, shows no sign of abating.
The Gaza Strip’s civil defense agency reported that two pre-dawn air strikes killed 26 people, including 15 children, in Gaza City. Agency spokesman Mahmud Bassal stated that one strike hit a family house in the Al-Daraj area, killing 16 people, while another strike killed 10 people in a mosque compound. The Israeli military has yet to comment on these reports.
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Germany’s Arrest Threat Against Netanyahu Escalates Diplomatic Tensions with Israel
Germany’s Arrest Threat Against Netanyahu Escalates Diplomatic Tensions with Israel.
German Chancellor Olaf Scholz has announced that Germany would arrest and deport Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu if the International Criminal Court (ICC) issues a warrant for his arrest, according to Al Jazeera.
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Minister of Tourism Lola Ade-John Endorses Trekking Initiative to Boost Tourism
In a move to boost Nigeria’s tourism sector, the Minister of Tourism, Mrs. Lola Ade-John, has officially endorsed “Tourism Across the Niger,” a unique trekking exercise aimed at promoting tourism across various states in Nigeria. The endorsement was made following a closed-door meeting with the project’s convener, Ambassador Phil Roberts, and his team members at the Ministry in Abuja.
Ambassador Phil Roberts, the Executive Director of the Tourism Volunteers Network (TVN), has been at the forefront of initiatives designed to enhance Nigeria’s tourism appeal. His latest project, Tourism Across the Niger, is set to spotlight the rich cultural and natural heritage of the country through a trekking journey across Abuja, Kogi, and Delta State.
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World’s First Patient to Receive Pig Kidney Transplant Dies
World’s First Patient to Receive Pig Kidney Transplant Dies.
Richard “Rick” Slayman, the 62-year-old man who made history by receiving the world’s first pig kidney transplant, has sadly passed away. This news comes just two months after he was discharged from Massachusetts General Hospital, where he underwent the groundbreaking procedure.
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Former Deputy Senate President – Ekweremadu Celebrates 62nd Birthday Behind Bars
Former Deputy Senate President – Ekweremadu Celebrates 62nd Birthday Behind Bars.
Yesterday, May 12, 2024, marked a solemn day for the household of former Deputy Senate President Ike Ekweremadu as he celebrated his 62nd birthday inside a UK prison. Ekweremadu and his wife, Beatrice, were sentenced on May 5, 2023, for engaging in organ trafficking, with the ex-lawmaker receiving a nine-year and eight-month jail term and his wife receiving a four-year and six-month sentence.
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Duchess Meghan and Prince Harry Arrive in Nigeria for Mental Health School Visit
Duchess Meghan and Prince Harry Arrive in Nigeria for Mental Health School Visit.
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle, the Duke and Duchess of Sussex, have arrived in Nigeria for a multi-day visit focused on mental health and education. Their first stop was Lightway Academy in Abuja, where they were greeted with cheers and street-style dancing from the children.
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Florida Woman Who Feeds Her Husband Breast Milk Said the Habit Started After She Forgot Her Breast Pump on Vacation Cruise
Florida Woman Who Feeds Her Husband Breast Milk Said the Habit Started After She Forgot Her Breast Pump on Vacation Cruise.
A Florida couple, Rachel and Alexander Bailey, have been making headlines for their unconventional breastfeeding practice.
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