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Top DIGs, including Frank Mba, may exit as Disu becomes Ag IGP

“Following IGP Egbetokun’s resignation, leadership shake-up at Nigeria Police Force sparks speculation over retirements of senior officers amid new appointments“ Sopuruchi Onwuka Several senior officers of the Nigeria Police Force, including Deputy Inspector-General (DIG) Frank Mba, may leave the service…

From ballroom to battlefield: How Ukrainian mother transformed to deadly sniper

Sopuruchi Onwuka A professional dancer who once spent her days traveling to international competitions is now serving on Ukraine’s front lines as a sniper, one of many civilians whose lives have been reshaped by nearly four years of war. Oracle…

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Religious leaders meet in Lagos over attacks as Pope mourns victims

Sopuruchi Onwuka Senior religious and traditional leaders converged on Lagos over the weekend amid growing concerns over rising religious and ethnic tensions in Nigeria, as President Bola Tinubu was reported to be consulting key stakeholders across the country. The meetings…

UN demands Sahel, West African nations to stamp out ISIL affiliates

Sopuruchi Onwuka Sahel and West African countries have been urged to take decisive, coordinated action rooted in the rule of law to eliminate ISIL-affiliated terrorist groups operating within their borders, as the threat posed by the extremist organization continues to…

UN welcomes talks between Iran and the United States

Ziggy Ojiegbe The United Nations has expressed excitement at efforts at averting potential military clashes among Iran, the United States and other countries in the Middle East as tensions build over Iran’s nuclear programs. The development follows weeks of tensions…

EU designates Iran’s Revolutionary Guards a terrorist organisation

Ziggy Ojiegbe The 27 member European Union has designated Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) as a terrorist organization, citing Tehran’s violent crackdown on nationwide protests. EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas said on Thursday that the decision was agreed…

Trump’s Greenland tariff threat deepens rift between Europe and the United States

Ziggy ojiegbe Donald Trump’s threat to impose new tariffs on European allies over their opposition to his proposed takeover of Greenland has sharply worsened relations between the United States and Europe, exposing growing mistrust within the transatlantic alliance. The US…

Participation in Trump’s Gaza Peace Board carries $1bn commitment

Ziggy Ojiegbe Countries seeking permanent seats on a proposed Board of Peace that would govern Gaza would be required to contribute at least $1 billion, under a draft charter for the initiative. United States President Donald Trump would oversee the…

U.S. urges citizens to leave Iran immediately as crackdown intensifies

Ziggy Ojiegbe The United States has warned its citizens to leave Iran immediately, citing escalating violence, mass arrests and the risk of arbitrary detention as authorities intensify their crackdown on nationwide protests. In an emergency notice issued by the State…

Rising riot tolls: Iran seeks dialogue to avert U.S. military action as tensions rise

Ziggy Ojiegbe Iran is widening diplomatic channels with the United States in an effort to avert military confrontation, even as President Donald Trump weighs a range of forceful responses to Tehran’s violent crackdown on nationwide protests. Iranian officials say communication…