How Trump’s Near-Death Experience Fueled His Path To Inauguration As President

On 13th July 2024, during a campaign rally in Butler, Pennsylvania, Donald Trump survived an assassination attempt that left him with a gunshot wound to his right ear. This shocking event not only tested his resolve but also transformed his campaign, marking a pivotal moment that ultimately contributed to his victory at the polls. Before the incident, Trump’s 2024 campaign faced significant challenges. His critics remained vocal, and many Americans doubted his ability to unite the nation after a polarising term as president. Polls showed a tight race, with Trump…

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USA Donald Trump Assumes United States Presidency Again

Donald Trump is sworn in as the 47th US President in the U.S. Capitol Rotunda in Washington, on January 20, 2025. Republican Donald Trump has assumed office of the U.S. presidency again on Monday, after taking the oath of office inside the U.S. Capitol. He called for a “revolution of common sense” during his inaugural address, and he said he would start signing a raft of executive orders to reshape the American political landscape to his liking. “The golden age of America begins right now,” Trump said. Vice President-elect J.D.…

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Communities Determined To Protect Aba Power Installations

The Aba Power, Nigeria’s newest electricity distribution company (DisCo), has lauded leaders and residents of some communities in nine of the 17 local government areas it provides electricity for taking ownership of the electric power infrastructure in their places. The commendation followed the actions of members of the communities against attempts to tamper with the electricity infrastructure in two LGAs in Aba City. According to Edise Ekong, the Aba Power Brand and Communication manager, the vandalization efforts failed because vigilant community leaders and members, on noticing the suspicious movements of…

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N1.2 Billion Stolen As Hackers, Staff Members Compromise Sterling Bank’s Sensitive Data, Security System

The Police Special Fraud Unit (PSFU), Ikoyi, Lagos has nabbed three men and two women for allegedly compromising Sterling Bank PLC’s banking platform and Bance Application and stealing N1, 257, 536, 572.50 billion. According to a report by Nigerian Current, the suspects had been arraigned. They reportedly committed the alleged crime between November 3 and 4, 2024, in connivance with some of the bank’s officers. The police docked them on Friday, January 17, 2024, at the Federal High Court sitting in Lagos, presided over by Justice Ambrose Lewis-Allagoa. They were…

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Nkwachukwukwelu Charity Foundation Empowers Pupils With Educational Materials In Anambra

The founder of the Nkwachukwukwelu Charity Foundation, Chief Patrick Chukwudubem Muokwue, has reiterated the importance of education and hard work as key drivers of success. This message was delivered during the foundation’s outreach to selected schools in Umuoji community, Idemili North Local Government Area, Anambra State. Through the foundation, over 1,000 schoolchildren benefited from donations of educational materials such as school bags, exercise books, erasers, pencils, and pens. Additionally, school fees were paid for some indigent pupils. The schools visited included Our Lady’s Primary School, Ugwumba Memorial Primary School, and…

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Nigeria Joins BRICS As Partner Country, Strengthening South-South Cooperation

In a historic development, Nigeria has been formally admitted as a partner country of BRICS, the influential economic bloc comprising Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa. The announcement was made on January 17, 2025, by the Brazilian government, which currently holds the pro tempore presidency of BRICS. This move positions Nigeria as the ninth partner country of BRICS, alongside Belarus, Bolivia, Cuba, Kazakhstan, Malaysia, Thailand, Uganda, and Uzbekistan. The partner-country category was introduced during the 16th BRICS Summit in Kazan, Russia, in October 2024, as part of the bloc’s…

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‘We Are Heading To The Supreme Court’ – LP National Caretaker Committee

The Caretaker Committee of the Labour Party (LP) is going to seek further clarification from the Supreme Court on the leadership dispute in the party, Senator Nenadi Esther Usman has said. Usman, the Chairman of the Committee set up by the leadership of the party confirmed this fact at the weekend to clear the ambiguities in the ruling of the Appeal Court. “The November 13, 2024, and January 17, 2025, rulings of the Court of Appeal have brought up issues that only the Supreme Court can clarify, and the Caretaker…

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How Americans Might Judge Biden’s Presidency

As President Joe Biden’s term winds down, Americans are forming opinions about his time in office. These views will largely be shaped by how his administration handled the economy, tackled domestic challenges, navigated global issues, and connected with the people. Here’s a breakdown of how his presidency might be remembered. The Economy: Progress Or Pain? The economy is often the defining factor for how people feel about a president. For Biden, it’s been a mix. Job growth has been strong, with unemployment staying low, and major investments in infrastructure and…

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Human Rights Lawyer Urges Soludo To Keep ‘Agunechemba’ Security Outfit Free From Political Interference

A prominent human rights lawyer, Sir Ifeanyi Ejiofor, has called on Anambra State Governor, Prof. Charles Soludo, to ensure that the newly established “Agunechemba” security outfit is not used for political intimidation or harassment. In a statement issued on Monday in Awka, Ejiofor emphasized the need to preserve the outfit’s core mandate of safeguarding the security and welfare of Ndi Anambra. He warned against allowing political actors to exploit the security body for oppressive purposes, particularly with the November 2025 gubernatorial election approaching. “I have carefully reviewed the Anambra State…

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Enugu Moves To Boost Infrastructural Facilities In Mass Housing Estates

By Tony Adibe The Enugu State Government said it has taken a significant step towards improving the living standards of its citizens by boosting infrastructural facilities across mass housing estates. Through the Enugu State Housing Development Corporation (ESHDC), the government has introduced a range of amenities, including asphalt roads with drainage, which is ensuring safe and accessible transportation as well as regular water supply. In a statement issued by the corporation, the government said that it “is installing hybrid energy supply, which is providing a reliable source of power to…

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