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Biden’s family encourages him to stay in the race as they discuss whether top advisers should be fired
Joe Biden’s family on Sunday encouraged the president to stay in the 2024 race and privately discussed whether top aides should be fired on the heels of Biden’s stunningly poor debate performance, which has thrown his campaign into turmoil. Biden’s family, including first lady Jill Biden, son Hunter Biden and their grandchildren, convened at Camp David for a previously scheduled…
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Egbetokun not seeking extension of service with review of Police Act – PRO
The Nigeria Police Force (NPF) has expressed deep concern over an alleged spread of false information regarding the proposed amendment to the Nigeria Police Act 2020. In a statement released on Monday, the Police revealed that the amendment aims to extend the service years for police officers from 35 to 40 years and the retirement age from 60 to 65…
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NAF clarifies crash incident in Kaduna, confirms UAV mishap
By Innocent Raphael The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has confirmed that an Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV), commonly known as a drone, crashed in Kaduna on Monday morning, contrary to earlier reports of a helicopter crash. AVM Edward Gabkwet, Director of Public Relations and Information for NAF, issued a statement on Monday in Abuja to clarify the situation. He emphasized that…
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Analysis: Le Pen’s party now dominant force in France
Marine Le Pen’s far-right National Rally (RN) has pulled off another victory and is now well on the way to its goal of turning French politics on its head. There will be much talk in the coming days of centrist and left-wing candidates standing aside in round two in order to concentrate the anti-RN vote – and much wailing about…
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Ekiti Govt rejects planned 23-day power outage, invites stakeholders to a meeting
The Ekiti State Government has refused to accept the planned 23-day power outage in the state, announced by the Benin Electricity Distribution Company (BEDC), saying the economic, financial, and social impact on the residents would be enormous. This followed BEDC’s public notice broadcast on radio and other social media platforms, revealing a power cut would be experienced between July and…
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Media expert advocates regular ‘use of language’ training for journalists
By Deborah Oladejo, Osogbo A media expert, Mr Sola Imoru has called on media owners and managers to organise regular training for journalists in the area of use of language. Mr Imoru, who spoke at the WESTERN POST 2024 Annual Retreat with the theme “The role of the media in regional integration and development”, held at the OOPL Green Legacy…
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Soun has appointed Ogbomoso Chief Imam since 1818, says Muslim leaders
By Innocent Raphael Muslim leaders in Ogbomoso, Oyo State, have issued a stern warning to those criticizing the Soun of Ogbomoso, Oba Afolabi Ghandi Olaoye, over the controversy surrounding the town’s Chief Imam. The leaders, under the aegis of the Ogbomoso Committee on Islamic Affairs, emphasized that the appointment and removal of the Chief Imam has historically been at the…
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Veteran actress, Joke Silva debunks Olu Jacobs’ death rumour
By Tosin Brown Veteran actress Joke Silva has refuted the circulating rumours about the death of her husband, esteemed actor Olu Jacobs. Silva, known for her role in the recent movie: “Funmilayo Ransome-Kuti,” addressed the speculations that emerged on social media, stating unequivocally, “Olu Jacobs is alive and doing just fine.” This marks the second time that such false reports…
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Tinubu condemns bomb attack in Borno, says purveyors of terror will pay a heavy price
Kunle Sanni President Bola Tinubu on Sunday, condemned the bomb attacks in Gwoza Local Government Area of Borno State. The attack reportedly launched bya suspected female suicide bomber resulted in the loss of 18 lives and properties including the maiming of other citizens in the LGA, state emergency management agency said on Saturday. According to a statement issued by Ajuri…
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