France Condemns Israel’s Airstrikes In Lebanon
France has condemned Israeli airstrikes in Lebanon, stating that too many civilians, women, and children have died as a result of the action. Frabce’s Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs expressed its concern about reports of ground incursions by the Israeli army in southern Lebanon, adding that civilians, whether Lebanese or Israelis, must under no circumstances be targeted. According to the...
Biden Orders US Forces To Aid Israel’s Defence Against Iran
Israel's defense against Iranian attacks has received assistance from US forces, following President Joe Biden's order. This was disclosed in a statement issued on Wednesday by the White House. According to the Daily Post, Iran on Tuesday launched missiles against Israel. President Joe Biden has ordered the United State’s forces to help Israel’s defence against Iran. This was disclosed in a statement issued...
U.S Govt Backs Nigerian Businesses, Others With Over $8.4m In Grants
The US, through USAID, provides over $8.4 million in grants to improve the CSOs, BMOs' operational and promotional skills in all Nigerian states. According to USAID Nigeria Peace, Democracy and Governance Office Director, Angela Martin, who spoke at the Strengthening Civic Advocacy and Local Engagement ‘SCALE’ closeout event, “USAID remains committed to supporting Nigeria’s journey towards a more inclusive and...
Russia Reserves Right To Use Nuclear Weapons If Attacked – Putin
Vladimir Putin, the president of Russia, stated that his country reserves the right to use nuclear weapons in the event of aggression. Such conditions include “if the enemy, using conventional weapons, poses a critical threat” to Russia’s sovereignty, Putin said at a Security Council meeting on nuclear deterrence. At the meeting, Putin called for updating the foundations of Russia’s state policy...
Presidential Guard Commander, Sports Minister Apprehended For Attempted Coup
The Commander of the Benin Presidential Guard and three others have been arrested for an attempted coup d’etat against President Patrice Talon. Disclosing this on Wednesday, Benin prosecutors said the two others involved in plotting the coup are a former sports minister and a businessman with close ties to Talon. Elonm Mario Metonou, the special prosecutor at Benin’s court for financial...
UNGA: Oluremi Tinubu Attends Jill Biden’s Farewell Luncheon
Aside from the 79th United Nations General Assembly in New York, US First Lady Jill Biden hosted a farewell luncheon for First Ladies globally. Reflecting on the relationships built during her tenure, Jill noted on Wednesday that this would be her final such gathering as First Lady of the United States. She expressed her gratitude for their continued partnership in promoting...
Burkina Faso Military Govt Alleges Coup Plot
Burkina Faso's military junta has said it has uncovered an international plot to overthrow it, alleging that the attempt is linked with the massacre of hundreds of civilians by Islamist insurgents in August. In a statement on Monday, interim security minister Mahamadou Sana said the Barsalogho attack was a first step meant to create chaos and facilitate the infiltration of...
Interpol President Hosts Chikwe Udensi To Working Dinner In France, Bolstering Global Security Cooperation (Photos)
In a significant move to strengthen international security collaboration, Major General Ahmed Naser Al-Raisi, President of Interpol, hosted Sir Chikwe Udensi, Vice President of the International Security Association (ISA), to a working dinner at Interpol's headquarters in Lyon, France on Thursday, ABN TV reports. The meeting provided a platform for both leaders to discuss pressing global security concerns, share expertise,...
China Urges Citizens In Israel To Vacate
China has urged its citizens in Israel to leave “as soon as possible”, as tensions between Israel and Lebanon’s Iran-backed militant group Hezbollah escalate. “Currently, the situation along the Israel-Lebanon border is extremely tense, with frequent military conflicts,” China’s embassy in Israel said in a statement on Sunday. “The security situation in Israel remains severe, complex, and unpredictable,” the statement added. The...
Sahel Alliance’s Issues New Passports To Challenge ECOWAS Authority
The Alliance of Sahel States, Mali, Burkina Faso, and Niger is set to implement new biometric passports to solidify their withdrawal from ECOWAS. The three countries, all under military rule following coups between 2020 and 2023, announced their intention to leave the regional bloc in January. This move follows sanctions imposed by ECOWAS in response to the coups, aimed at pressuring...
