News at its Zenith
News at its Zenith
Twitter has banned investigative journalist David Hundeyin for revealing Bola Tinubu’s Guinean citizenship. Hundeyi, who adopted Peter Obi as his candidate for the presidential election, has been criticizing the President-elect over his indictment by the U.S. Court in a drug-related case. Last Saturday night, Mr. Hundeyin caused a stir among Nigerian internet users when he […]
Adamawa REC, who controversially announced the election result. The Resident Electoral Commissioner (REC) of Adamawa State, Hudu Yunusa Ari, who has generated controversies due to his alleged involvement in a fraudulent declaration of the state governorship election winner, was previously indicted for a 16 billion naira fraud during his tenure as a permanent secretary in […]
At Khartoum’s airport, smoke rises above the buildings. Image: GETTY IMAGE Sudan is in turmoil as a fierce battle for power unfolds between the country’s army and a notorious paramilitary force, resulting in a tragic loss of life with over 50 civilians reported dead. The capital city of Khartoum is gripped by violence as […]
Germany turned off its three last nuclear power units on Saturday. Image: GETTY IMAGES On a side of Berlin’s iconic Brandenburg Gate on Saturday, jubilation was in the air as anti-atomic activists rejoiced in their hard-fought victory after a 60-year-long battle. On the opposite side of the Gate, protests unfolded as demonstrators marched against the […]
The fire broke out near Dubai Creek in one of the city’s oldest districts. image: REUTER According to local media, a fire at a residential building in Dubai killed sixteen people and injured nine others. A fire erupted in the historic Al-Ras district of Dubai, known for its high population of migrant workers and traders. […]
Gangs of Lagos movie poster. By Tolu Fagbure Jade Osiberu’s Gangs of Lagos is an extremely ambitious visual piece that takes a bold step deeper into the places where some people might not want the public to go but which the audience vicariously visits through the film scenes. My discourse today will not […]
Previous strikes by nurses from the RCN had an exemption allowing for cover in critical care areas of hospitals. Image: REUTERS Emergency treatment would be affected by a 48-hour nursing strike, which would “present serious risks and challenges,” according to an NHS official. The pay offer for England has been rejected by the Royal College […]
Chancellor Jeremy Hunt. image: BBC Chancellor Jeremy Hunt claims the British economy is “back” and that his growth strategy has been supported at the International Monetary Fund gathering in Washington. Mr. Hunt, who succeeded Kwasi Kwarteng as the head of the International Monetary Fund (IMF), faced criticism as his predecessor left the previous IMF meeting […]
Million-year-old viruses help fight cancer. image: GETTY IMAGES. According to scientists, the body fights cancer with the aid of remnants of ancient viruses that have spent millions of years hidden inside human DNA. A study conducted by the Francis Crick Institute has revealed that dormant remnants of ancient viruses are activated when cancerous cells undergo […]
European Space Agency: Launch mission to explore Jupiter’s ice moons. image: ESA The Juice satellite soared into the sky atop an Ariane-5 rocket, launched from the Kourou spaceport in French Guiana. The atmosphere was filled with joy, relief, and celebratory hugs as scientists, officials, and VIPs watched with anticipation, and were subsequently informed of the […]
