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Trump says Modi has agreed to stop buying Russian oil
President Donald Trump has said Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has agreed to stop buying Russian oil, as the US seeks to put economic pressure on the Kremlin as part of efforts to end the war in Ukraine. Trump told reporters he had received assurances from Modi that India would halt its purchases “within a short period of time”, which…
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How billionaires take control of global media machine, by Aderemi Ogunpitan
Billionaires and corporations now control the worlds media machine. What we watch, read, and think no longer flows from independent voices but from a handful of men whose empires shape the global narrative. This is systematic, profit-driven, and corrosive. Rupert Murdoch’s News Corp and Fox empire have long tilted politics and public opinion. Elon Musk turned Twitter into X and…
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Super Eagles four matches away from sealing 2026 World Cup ticket
By Tosin Omojola – Although the qualifying series for the 2026 FIFA World Cup to be hosted by the USA, Canada, and Mexico has been concluded in the African zone, it is not yet over for Nigeria and three other countries. With the nine group winners already through to the Mundial, Nigeria, Cameroon, Gabon, and DR Congo still have a…
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US media return Pentagon passes, giving up access after new rules kick in
Reporters from more than 30 news outlets have vacated the Pentagon, refusing to comply with new reporting restrictions. Dozens of news outlets have lost access to the Pentagon after they refused to sign a new set of guidelines that sharply restrict their ability to report on the United States military. The Pentagon had set a deadline of Wednesday afternoon in…
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U-20 World Cup: Morocco beat France to reach final clash with Argentina
Morocco have advanced to their first-ever FIFA U-20 World Cup final after a dramatic 5–4 penalty shootout win over France, following a tense 1–1 draw in Wednesday’s semifinal clash in Valparaíso, Chile. Once again, the North Africans displayed tactical discipline and mental fortitude — hallmarks of their remarkable run in the tournament. Just as they did in their quarterfinal victory…
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Oba Ladoja inaugurates committee to curb land grabbing in Ibadan
By Adejayan Gbenga – The Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Rasidi Adewolu Ladoja, has inaugurated a five-member committee to tackle the menace of land grabbing in the ancient city. Speaking during the inauguration ceremony held during the week at the Olubadan Palace, Oke Aremo, the monarch warned that tough measures await those involved in illegal land dealings, which he said have…
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Borno is Nigeria’s most resilient state — Minister Idris
Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, has described Borno State as Nigeria’s most resilient state, noting that its people have mastered the art of overcoming adversity. Idris stated this on Wednesday in Maiduguri during a courtesy visit to the Deputy Governor of Borno State, Alhaji Umar Isa Kadafur, as part of activities marking the meeting of the APC…
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PHOTO NEWS: Oluremi Tinubu joins African First Ladies at MERCK Foundation meeting in Banjul
First Lady of Nigeria, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, joined her counterparts from across Africa at the 12th Edition of the MERCK Foundation First Ladies Initiative Committee Meeting held in Banjul, The Gambia, on Wednesday. (L–R) Prof. Frank Haverkamp; Mme Fatima Vila Nova; Madam Fatima Bah Barrow; Senator Rasha Kelej; Senator Oluremi Tinubu; Mrs. Kartumu Yarta Boakai; Madam Angeline Ndayishimiye; and Marie…
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President of Burkina Faso Traoré queries CAF, FIFA over playoff spot
President of Burkina, Ibrahim Traoré, has demanded an explanation from world football governing body FIFA and the Confederation of African Football (CAF) on how Nigeria edged his country to a World Cup playoff spot. Burkina Faso believed they had secured qualification after a 3–1 victory over Ethiopia, but CAF’s decision to deduct points earned against the lowest-ranked team in each…
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Trump threatens to change World Cup venue for security reasons
U.S. President Donald Trump has suggested that the 2026 FIFA World Cup matches scheduled to take place in the Boston area could be moved elsewhere, citing public safety concerns and criticizing Boston Mayor Michelle Wu. “We could take them away,” Trump said Tuesday when asked about Boston’s readiness to host World Cup matches. “I love the people of Boston, and…
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