Planning a trip to Kenya without breaking the bank? Here are five savvy travel hacks to help you explore this beautiful East African gem on a budget, ensuring you get the most out of your adventure without compromising on experiences. 1. Book Your Flights Early Flight prices can be a major chunk of your travel budget, but by booking early, you can snag the best deals. Keep an eye out for sales and discounts, especially during off-peak seasons. Using Gotravel can make this easier, as they offer competitive rates and can help you secure the best deals well in advance.…
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The Federal Government has introduced the zero draft of the National Integrated Electricity Policy and Strategic Implementation Plan (NIEP-SIP), a framework aimed at transforming the Nigerian Electricity Supply Industry. The announcement was made on Wednesday in Abuja by the Minister of Power, Adebayo Adelabu, during the official presentation. This new policy is designed to tackle the ongoing challenges within the power sector, ensuring a more robust, sustainable, and inclusive energy system across Nigeria. According to Adelabu, the NIEP-SIP is the result of extensive consultations with industry experts, stakeholders, and development partners, emphasizing its importance in meeting the nation’s power needs.…
The Israeli military said it rescued an Israeli hostage in Gaza on Tuesday, more than 10 months after he was seized during the Hamas attacks that sparked a devastating war. Kaid Farhan Alkadi, a 52-year-old Israeli Bedouin, was abducted by Palestinian militants during the October 7 Hamas attack on Israel, the military said in a statement. “Alkadi was rescued… in a complex operation in the southern Gaza Strip,” the statement said, adding that he was in a stable condition and being transferred to a hospital for a medical check-up. Alkadi is from Rahat, a predominantly Arab town. On October 7,…
The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited has begun shipment of Liquefied Natural Gas cargoes to Japan and China on a Delivered Ex-Ship (DES) basis. According to a statement by NNPC spokesman Olufemi Soneye, the downstream executive president of the national oil company, Segun Dapo, disclosed this on Monday. Mr Dapo said the development aligned with the company’s strategic vision of being a reliable global energy supplier. “Apart from being more financially rewarding, the DES system allowed NNPC Ltd. to inroad into the downstream segment of the LNG sector,” he said. The DES is an international commercial term that requires the…
Tesla is encountering growing challenges with the sales of its highly anticipated Cybertruck, particularly the Foundation Series, which has sparked discussions among fans and potential buyers. Despite having over a million reservations for the eco-friendly vehicle, Tesla has managed to sell only between 15,000 and 20,000 units, according to a recent report by Electrek. The steep price of the Foundation Series Cybertruck, which is currently priced just over $100,000, is a significant factor in the sluggish sales. Originally, the single-motor version of the electric truck was priced around $39,000, but the base price has since risen to $79,990, leaving many…
Iran’s Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, has hinted at the possibility of renewed negotiations with the United States regarding Iran’s advancing nuclear program. Speaking on Tuesday, Khamenei acknowledged that there could be “no harm” in engaging with the U.S., despite labeling it an “enemy.” His remarks, however, were accompanied by warnings to Iran’s civilian government, led by President Masoud Pezeshkian, not to place undue trust in Washington. Khamenei’s comments come as tensions escalate in the Middle East, particularly due to the ongoing Israel-Hamas conflict and the approach of the U.S. presidential election in November. The Supreme Leader’s statements mirror…
A former high-ranking North Korean diplomat, Ri Il-gyu, has criticized the ruling Kim dynasty, claiming that Kim Jong Un’s leadership is accelerating the decline of the North Korean regime. In a recent interview with South Korean news outlet The Chosun Daily, Ri, who defected to South Korea last year, described the future of the North Korean system as “bleak.” Ri, previously a political attaché at North Korea’s embassy in Cuba, highlighted that North Korea’s diplomacy under Kim Jong Un has become increasingly isolated, focusing solely on preserving the Kim family’s power. Since assuming control in 2011, Kim has favored a…
The management of Ambrose Ali University (AAU), Ekpoma, has denied allegations that it owes its staff 32 months’ salary. Acting Vice Chancellor, Prof. Asomwan Adagbonyin, addressed the claims on Tuesday, labeling them as a “mischievous attempt” to misrepresent the truth and incite unwarranted public sentiment. Prof. Adagbonyin said that the university recently disbursed August salaries to 1,710 staff members, including academic, senior non-teaching, and junior staff. Additionally, 634 pensioners of the institution also received their payments. The Vice Chancellor criticized a viral video that made the salary claim, calling it a deliberate effort to “turn truth on its head” and…
The campaigns of Donald Trump and Kamala Harris clashed on Monday over next month’s U.S. presidential debate, with the vice president’s team seeking a return to open microphones while her Republican rival threatened to pull out entirely, suggesting the previously agreed-upon ABC network was biased. “Why would I do the Debate against Kamala Harris on that network?” Trump, who is making his third bid for the White House, wrote in a social media post late Sunday night that also accused the network of bias. “Stay tuned!!!” Harris spokesperson Brian Fallon said on Monday the vice president’s campaign wanted the broadcaster…
Vladimir Putin’s aggressive stance toward the West has reached a new level, with growing indications that Britain is his next target. In October 2022, Russian forces clandestinely exhumed the bones of Grigory Potemkin, a key figure in Russia’s historical annexation of Crimea. This symbolic act, ordered by Putin himself, underscores his deep obsession with history and Russia’s place in it. Putin’s motivations go beyond mere political strategy. He is driven by a desire for revenge, a need to restore what he perceives as Russia’s lost glory, and a romanticized view of the past. His Siloviki—Russia’s powerful securocrats—share this worldview, seeing…
Alaska has declared a disaster following a deadly landslide in Ketchikan, southeastern Alaska, which has resulted in one fatality and multiple injuries. The landslide, which struck at approximately 4 p.m. on Sunday, caused huge damage to homes and infrastructure in the city. In response, authorities have issued evacuation orders for residents in the affected areas. Alaska Governor Mike Dunleavy announced the disaster declaration, stating, “I have directed state agencies to make available all resources and staff for the response effort.” Ketchikan residents living on 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Avenues, as well as Water Street, have been mandated to evacuate. An…
The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) Parliament gathered in Banjul, The Gambia, on Monday to intensify efforts toward implementing the ECOWAS Free Movement Protocol. This five-day session, themed “Parliament’s Role in the Implementation of the Protocol on the Free Movement of Persons, Right of Residence, and Establishment in the ECOWAS Region,” brought together lawmakers from across West Africa to address the challenges and opportunities in realizing the protocol’s objectives. Adopted on May 29, 1979, the protocol is a pivotal element of ECOWAS’s mission to enhance regional integration and economic cooperation among its member states. The Gambia’s Minister of…