Author: Olukayode Oke

Trump Vows Day-One Tariffs On Mexico, Canada, And China. Donald Trump has pledged to introduce significant tariffs on Mexico, Canada, and China immediately upon assuming the US presidency on 20 January. The president-elect claims the measures aim to curb illegal immigration, drug smuggling, and the trafficking of synthetic opioids such as fentanyl into the United States. Trump announced he would sign an executive order imposing a 25% tariff on all goods from Mexico and Canada, maintaining the levy until the two nations effectively address these issues. Similarly, he proposed an additional 10% tariff on imports from China, which would…

Israel To Discuss 60-Day Ceasefire Deal With Hezbollah In Cabinet Meeting. Israel’s cabinet is set to convene on Tuesday to discuss a proposed 60-day ceasefire deal with Hezbollah, the Lebanese militant group, following nearly two months of intense military action. The ongoing conflict, sparked by a year of rocket attacks from Hezbollah, led Israeli troops to launch a land invasion of Lebanon in a bid to secure its northern border. Reports suggest that the ceasefire agreement would involve a gradual withdrawal of Israeli forces from Lebanon, while Hezbollah would retreat from areas near the Israeli border, marking a significant…

Hezbollah Launches Rocket Barrages On Israel Following Beirut Strikes. Tensions in the Middle East escalated as Hezbollah launched approximately 250 rockets into Israel from Lebanon, marking one of the heaviest bombardments since hostilities surged in September. The attack injured several people and caused significant damage to buildings in northern and central Israel, with some areas near Tel Aviv affected. The assault came in retaliation for an Israeli air strike on central Beirut on Saturday, which, according to Lebanon’s health ministry, resulted in the deaths of 29 people and injured many others. The strike reportedly targeted Mohammed Haydar, a senior…

Mohamed Salah Discusses His Liverpool Future, Remains Uncertain. Liverpool star Mohamed Salah has addressed speculation surrounding his future at the club, revealing that he has not yet received any proposals to extend his stay beyond his current contract. In a candid statement, Salah expressed his uncertainty about remaining at Anfield, stating, “I’m probably more out than in. I didn’t receive any proposal.” The Egyptian forward further clarified that with December fast approaching, he has not received any offers from the club to extend his contract, adding, “We’re almost in December and I haven’t received any offers yet to stay in…

Team Nigeria Dominates Medals Table At Africa Military Games. Team Nigeria has taken a commanding lead at the ongoing Africa Military Games in Abuja, cementing their position as the standout performers of the competition. As of 6:00 pm on 23rd November 2024, Team Nigeria has amassed an impressive total of 73 medals, comprising 37 Gold, 21 Silver, and 15 Bronze medals. This outstanding tally places them far ahead of their closest rivals, Algeria, who are in second place with 26 medals, and Libya, who trail in third with just 9 medals. One of the highlights of Team Nigeria’s…

Bishop Kukah Criticises Nigeria’s Leadership Challenges, Calls for Authentic Leadership. The Catholic Archbishop of Sokoto Diocese, Bishop Matthew Kukah, has described Nigeria’s leadership trajectory as largely accidental, with most leaders assuming power unprepared. He made these remarks during his keynote address at the 4th Amaka Ndoma-Egba Memorial Lecture in Abuja over the weekend. The lecture, themed “Leaders of Tomorrow: Creating Lasting Change In A Complex World,” highlighted the late Amaka Ndoma-Egba’s vision and contributions. Amaka, the wife of former Senate Leader Ndoma Egba, tragically passed away in a car accident in 2020. The event was hosted at Start-Rite…

Seven Vigilantes Killed In Ambush By Suspected Bandits In Niger State. Seven vigilantes, part of the Yan-Sakai group, were tragically killed by suspected bandits in an attack in the Makogi/Ungwan Elbi area of Mariga Local Government, Niger State. The incident occurred while the vigilantes were escorting over 50 bags of harvested maize from a nearby village to the Bangi headquarters of the local government. According to reports, the group was ambushed by the bandits on their return journey after successfully ensuring the safety of farmers. In an effort to defend themselves, the vigilantes engaged in a fierce exchange…

Rivers Reclaim Top Spot As Insurance Resurgence Continues. Rivers United have surged back to the top of the Nigerian Professional Football League (NPFL) standings after a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Abia Warriors at home, while a disappointing 2-0 loss for Remo Stars at Katsina United saw them slip to second place. The highlight of Rivers’ triumph came courtesy of Ndifreke Effiong, who netted a second-half penalty to secure all three points for the Port Harcourt side. With the win, Rivers United now top the league table with 25 points from 13 matches. Remo Stars, who had held the…

Madugu Invites Seven Home-Based Players for Super Falcons Friendly Against France. Super Falcons Head Coach, Justine Madugu, has included seven home-based players in his squad for the upcoming international friendly against France, scheduled for Saturday. The match, set to take place in Angers, will serve as a critical test for the nine-time African champions as they prepare for the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) final tournament. The squad also features several key players, including CAF Awards nominee and first-choice goalkeeper Chiamaka Nnadozie, defenders Osinachi Ohale and Ashleigh Plumptre, midfielders Christy Ucheibe and Jennifer Echegini, and forwards Gift Monday and…

Buhari’s Former Aide Urges Tinubu Government to Revise IMF and World Bank Policies for the People’s Benefit. A former Chief of Staff to ex-President Muhammadu Buhari, Professor Ibrahim Gambari, has called on the Nigerian government under President Bola Tinubu to reconsider and adjust policies that are not in the best interest of the people. Speaking on Inside Sources with Laolu Akande, a socio-political programme on Channels Television, Gambari stressed the importance of aligning government policies with the welfare of the citizens rather than solely adhering to recommendations from the International Monetary Fund (IMF) and World Bank. Gambari warned that…

Backpackers in Vang Vieng Warned to Avoid Local Spirits After Suspected Methanol Poisonings Vang Vieng, a popular destination for backpackers in central Laos, is grappling with the aftermath of a tragic incident involving suspected methanol poisoning. Six tourists, including five young women, tragically lost their lives last week after consuming alcoholic drinks that may have contained methanol, a harmful industrial chemical commonly found in bootleg alcohol. The deaths have sent shockwaves through the backpacker community, prompting warnings for visitors to avoid local spirits. As news of the poisonings spreads, tourists are becoming increasingly cautious, with some opting to refrain…

Leicester City Sack Manager Steve Cooper Amid Struggles In The Premier League. Leicester City have parted ways with manager Steve Cooper following a challenging start to the Premier League season that sees the club languishing in 16th place after 12 matches. Saturday’s 2-1 defeat to Chelsea, managed by former Leicester boss Enzo Maresca, proved to be the final straw, leaving the Foxes just two points above the relegation zone. Cooper, who succeeded Maresca in the summer, took charge after the Italian guided Leicester to the 2023-24 Championship title and secured promotion back to the top flight. However, a string…