A halting Joe Biden struggled Thursday to allay concerns he is too old for a second term in the White House in a fiery debate with Donald Trump marked by personal insults. A bombastic Trump lashed out at his successor, calling him a failure on the economy and the world stage.Biden looked to hit back, but his delivery was faltering as he spoke rapidly in a raspy, trailing-off voice, stumbled on his words and stared open-mouthed. His performance, after he spent the week secluded in preparation, sparked new concern within his Democratic Party as polls show Trump is tied or…
Author: Omolemi Eboisetale
The Medical Women’s Association of Nigeria (MWAN) and various stakeholders have called on medical practitioners to enhance collaborations for improved patient diagnosis and care. This appeal was made during MWAN’s Women in Medicine, Health, and Wellness Conference, themed “Strengthening Networks for Prompt Diagnosis and Care,” held in Abuja and organized in partnership with Focus Africa. Prof. Rosemary Ogu, President of MWAN, stated the importance of collaboration and networking to better patient care. She stated, “We’re advocating for everyone to collaborate and network to improve patient care. This involves sharing available resources, understanding who is doing what, and ensuring healthcare providers…
In a recent call, U.S. Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken praised Kenyan President William Ruto for his proactive measures to mitigate tensions and his pledge to engage in constructive dialogue with protestors and civil society. Secretary Blinken emphasized the crucial role of security forces in maintaining peace by exercising restraint and avoiding violence. He also called for swift investigations into any human rights abuse allegations. The conversation stressed on the importance of safeguarding constitutionally-endowed rights such as peaceful assembly and due process for detainees. Secretary Blinken reaffirmed the strong partnership between the United States and Kenya, highlighting collaborative…
A reward for information leading to the arrest of Ruja Ignatova, known as the Missing Cryptoqueen, has been increased by US authorities to $5m (£4m). The Bulgarian-born German woman, 44, is wanted by the FBI for orchestrating a $4.5bn cryptocurrency scam called OneCoin. She has been missing since 2017 when US officials signed an arrest warrant and investigators began closing in on her.1:07 Three weeks ago, a BBC podcast and documentary revealed her links to the Bulgarian underworld and the suspected mafia boss involved in her disappearance and, allegedly, her possible murder. However authorities continue to pursue Ms Ignatova. In…
At a UN Security Council briefing on Children and Armed Conflict (CAAC), U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations Linda Thomas-Greenfield delivered called for an immediate and concerted global action to protect children affected by armed conflict. Ambassador Thomas-Greenfield began by expressing gratitude to the session’s organizers and contributors, including Special Representative Virginia Gamba, UNICEF’s Omar Abdi, and former Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon. She also commended a young survivor who shared his personal story, highlighting the need for continued advocacy from youth. Reflecting on former Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon’s remarks from fifteen years ago, she underscored that the recruitment and use of children…
Nollywood actress Sharon Ooja has tied the knot with her lover, Ugo Nwoke, in a grand traditional wedding held on Thursday. The actress, known for her roles in popular Nigerian films such as Òlòtūré, Bad Comments,Glamour Girls,Skinny Girl in Transit and many others took to Instagram to share videos from the celebration, revealing the identity of her husband to her fans for the first time. Sharon Ooja in 2022 had previously expressed a desire to keep her personal life out of the public eye. Few month ago she shared the news of her engagement on instagram but hid the identity…
President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump will face off on Thursday in the first presidential debate of 2024. This will be the first in U.S. history between a sitting and former president and CNN is hosting the debate. This is also the first time in more than three decades that a presidential debate isn’t organized by the nonpartisan Commission on Presidential Debates. It’s also the earliest presidential debate in modern history, coming before either candidate has officially been nominated by their parties. There will be no live studio audience, which is a major change from past debates. What time…
Bolivian authorities on Thursday paraded handcuffed detainees in front of the media, announcing 17 arrests after a botched coup d’etat that has deepened political turmoil in a country mired in severe economic crisis. Tensions have been rising in recent weeks in the Andean nation over surging prices, shortages of dollars and fuel, and a feud between Arce and the powerful former president Evo Morales ahead of 2025 elections. Riot police kept close watch over government buildings a day after army chief Juan Jose Zuniga deployed troops and tanks to the heart of the capital La Paz, where they tried to…
Two people were shot dead and two others gravely wounded on Thursday in an area known for drug trafficking near the Gare de Midi train station in Brussels, police said. The incident occurred between 1am and 2am near a cafe in the Saint Gilles district of the Belgian capital and the suspect or suspects fled, a police spokesman said. In total, three people were wounded. Two are in a life-threatening condition, while a third is stable, the local police department said. Brussels region authorities this year identified Saint Gilles as a drugs hotspot along with 14 others…
U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken Condemns Torture on International Day in Support of Victims. On June 26, 2024, U.S. Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken delivered a message on the International Day in Support of Victims of Torture, condemning the use of torture globally. Blinken stated the United States’ unwavering stance against torture and recognized the courage, dignity, and humanity of victims and survivors. Despite the absolute prohibition of torture under international law, Blinken highlighted the ongoing use of torture by governments as a tool of repression against detainees, human rights defenders, marginalized populations, and dissenting voices.…
The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency, on Wednesday, said it sezed 10,000 kg of marijuana and secured the conviction of 241 suspects in Ondo State between June 2023 and May 2024. The NDLEA Narcotics Commander in Ondo State, Mr Kayode Raji, said this after a sensitisation walk around parts of Akure metropolis on Monday to commemorate the 2024 United Nations Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking. Raji said that the command during the period under review also rehabilitated over 20 persons and counselled 18 others through its drug demand reduction programme in the state. The Narcotics…
Deputy Administrator Isobel Coleman of the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) addressed the Africa Chiefs of Defense (CHOD) Conference on June 25, 2024, stating the importance of U.S.-Africa collaboration in fostering global security and development. In her remarks, Coleman emphasized the integration of diplomacy, defense, and development—the 3D’s—as the foundation of American foreign policy. Coleman lauded the major strides in development across Africa, noting remarkable improvements in health, governance, and economic growth. She stated the critical role of USAID in supporting sustainable development and emergency response efforts, such as in Somalia and Nigeria, where USAID has actively…