May 24, 2025
Thirteen Killed in New Russian Attacks Across Ukraine
Russian aerial assaults across Ukraine have resulted in at least 13 deaths and left 56 civilians injured, according to regional officials. On Saturday, the Ukraine air force reported that Russia launched 250 drones and 14 ballistic missiles against Kyiv alone, marking one of the largest combined aerial attacks on the city since the war began. […]
Sultan Hails Tinubu’s Push for Religious Harmony
The Sultan of Sokoto, His Eminence Muhammad Sa’ad Abubakar III, has applauded President Bola Tinubu for fostering religious tolerance in Nigeria, describing the President’s inclusive approach as a key driver of the nation’s recent economic progress. The Sultan gave this commendation on Saturday at the official commissioning of the Bola Ahmed Tinubu Darul’Ilm Centre for […]
Exploitation of Nigerian Women in Russian War Production
Young Nigerian women are being lured into Russia‘s war production efforts under the guise of education and employment opportunities. The “Alabuga Start” program, a recruitment initiative, promises attractive salaries and a chance at a better life, but in reality, these women are forced to assemble components for suicide drones used in the Russia-Ukraine conflict. Amina, […]
Tragedy: Israeli Airstrike Kills Nine Children of Palestinian Doctor
A devastating Israeli airstrike hit the home of Dr. Alaa al-Najjar, a pediatrician in Gaza, killing nine of her 10 children. The strike occurred in Khan Younis, southern Gaza, on Friday, leaving Dr. al-Najjar’s husband and 11-year-old son, Adam, injured. British surgeon Graeme Groom, who operated on Adam, described the situation as “unbearably cruel” and […]
Russia Launches Massive Aerial Attack on Ukraine, Killing Civilians
Russian aerial attacks on Ukraine have resulted in the deaths of at least 13 people and injured 56 civilians across the country. According to regional officials, the attacks were widespread, with multiple regions affected. In Kyiv alone, Russia launched 250 drones and 14 ballistic missiles, causing fires in residential buildings and damaging homes, businesses, and […]
Massive Power Outage Disrupts Cannes Film Festival
A massive power outage has hit south-eastern France, temporarily disrupting screenings on the final day of the Cannes Film Festival. Approximately 160,000 homes in the city of Cannes and surrounding municipalities lost power on Saturday, according to France’s electricity operator RTE. The outage affected the Alpes-Maritimes area, with supply restored by 15:00 local time. Laurent […]
Ugandan Activist Alleges Rape in Tanzanian Detention
A Ugandan activist, Agather Atuhaire, has alleged that she was raped while in detention in Tanzania. Atuhaire, who was held incommunicado alongside Kenyan activist Boniface Mwangi, claims that people dressed in plain clothes blindfolded her, hit her, violently stripped her, and sexually assaulted her. “The pain was too much,” Atuhaire said, showing scars from handcuffs. […]
President Tinubu Celebrates Ayo Obe @70
President Bola Tinubu has extended his heartfelt congratulations to Ms. Ayo Obe, a distinguished human rights lawyer and veteran pro-democracy advocate, on the occasion of her 70th birthday, celebrated on Saturday, May 24, 2025. In a statement released by his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, the President praised Ms. Obe for her […]
Ondo Guber: Tribunal Fixes June 4 for Judgment on Election Petitions
The Ondo State Election Petitions Tribunal has scheduled June 4, 2025, for its judgment on the various petitions challenging the outcome of the November 16, 2024, governorship election in the state. The Tribunal, chaired by Justice Benson Ogbu, fixed the date following the formal adoption of written addresses by the petitioners and respondents. Other members […]
State Govt Defends Minor Fleeing Forced Marriage
The Gombe State Government has adopted a resolute stance in support of a 14-year-old girl who escaped a forced marriage in Taraba State. The minor’s spouse has initiated legal action against her for refusing to return, according to Asma’u Iganus, the Commissioner of Women Affairs and Social Development. While presenting relief items to the minor […]