Author: Alade Adisa

In his first phone call as President-elect, Donald Trump spoke with Russian President Vladimir Putin, warning him (Putin) not to escalate the war in Ukraine. According to a report by Washington post, quoting sources familiar with the matter who wished to remain anonymous due to the sensitivity of the topic, Trump made the call from his resort in Florida, reminding Putin of Washington’s significant military presence in Europe. Trump’s relationship with Putin has been under scrutiny, particularly given the ongoing investigation into potential ties between Russia and Trump’s 2016 campaign.Trump has previously praised Putin, calling him “pretty smart” for invading…

A 55-year-old man, identified as Olubunmi Johnson has been arrested by the Ogun State Police Command for allegedly setting his wife, Kikelomo on fire in their apartment on Fagbuyi Street, Ilogbo, in the Ota area of Ogun State. According to Punch, an eyewitness on Saturday evening said the incident happened around 8:30 p.m. on Friday, following a domestic dispute though the exact circumstances leading to the confrontation has not been disclosed. The spokesperson for the state police command, Omolola Odutola told journalists that the culprit has been detained in connection with the crime. The report said a neighbour who witnessed…

The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has directed its state councils to commence an indefinite strike from December 1, 2024, in states where the new N70,000 minimum wage is not fully implemented. The directive was announced in a communiqué issued by NLC President Joe Ajaero following the National Executive Council (NEC) meeting held in Port Harcourt, Rivers State. The NLC called on the Federal Government to reassess policies deemed anti-people, arguing that such measures have driven many Nigerians into poverty and economic hardship. The communiqué read: “The NEC notes with deep frustration the persistent delay and outright refusal by some state…

Russia has launched a new nuclear-powered icebreaker named Chukotka. The latest vessel has joined the fleet of nuclear-powered icebreakers. The launch was overseen by Russian President Vladimir Putin via video link. The vessel in the Russia’s Project 22220 series is expected to have a life of 40 years and can endure extreme Arctic conditions. It can also plow through ice up to 2.8 meters (9.2 feet) thick. The launch is aimed at boosting cargo traffic on the Northern Sea Route. Putin emphasized that expanding Russia’s icebreaker fleet is key to developing Arctic territories. “I would like to repeat that our…

All over social media, American women are shaving their heads and swearing off sex with their partners in protest at Donald Trump’s re-election. Quoting the 4B movement, which originated in South Korea, they are urging other women to adopt the principles of no dating, no intercourse, no marriage and no children to ‘punish’ their menfolk for choosing Trump over Kamala Harris. Don’t get me wrong: I have serious reservations about Trump, as I’m sure anyone with half a brain does. But the idea that his return to the White House will usher in an era of female repression equivalent to…

The Presidency has accused the presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in the 2023 general elections, Atiku Abubakar of envy, saying he is more interested in undermining President Bola Tinubu than in ‘addressing his party’s implosion.’ Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, in a statement on Sunday, also said the former Vice-President was not qualified to contest in the first place, having failed to honour the zoning arrangements of his party. While responding to Atiku’s statement that his mandate was stolen, the Presidency also added that “Tinubu rightfully won the presidency, a position…

Nyesom Wike, the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Minister, has said that no amount of protest can stop the bid to sanitize the nation’s capital. Task force acting on the orders of the minister demolished the Ruga settlement along Airport Road, Lugbe, last week, triggering outrage. Protesters, led by an activist, Deji Adeyanju, had hit the streets while accusing FCT task force, known as “Operation Sweep,” of heavy-handed tactics. The activist cum lawyer condemned the demolition, highlighting that homes were burned and property worth millions was destroyed. He had said, “There is no justification for this demolition. We appeal to President…

…Goes into hiding after tackling PPRO Adejobi A self-styled activist, Comrade Abiodun Olamide Thomas, better known as Horlarmidey Africano, has raised concerns about her safety, alleging that the Force Police Public Relations Officer, ACP Olumuyiwa Adejobi is targeting her for harassment over her criticism of the Nigerian police. She insisted that her only crime was participating in the #EndSARS fourth memorial struggle held on October 20, 2024, during which she was brutalized. According to Abiodun, her money stolen while in police custody and her mobile phone was also destroyed. According to SaharaReporters, she emphasized her consistent stance against police brutality,…

“We cannot continue to tax poverty when we are supposed to promote prosperity” – President Bola Ahmed TinubuSenator Alli Ndume. Controversial. Outspoken, brilliant and engaging. Of all his attributes I did not find a place for ‘willful ignorance’ as one of his attributes or did I miss something? His Channels Television Interview was at once interesting and absurd coming from a person of his status : ranking Senator of the Federal Republic.If his attack of Tinubu Tax Bills now before the Parliament was understandable, his open admission that he has not read the Tax bill he was so vehemently opposed…

In September, Vice President Kamala Harris met with one of America’s most powerful unions at its Washington headquarters. She said she’d protect union jobs and workers’ livelihoods better than Donald Trump.But leaders of the International Brotherhood of Teamsters, long staunchly allied with her Democratic Party, appeared unconvinced.When Harris argued that her Republican rival was no champion of the working class, the union bosses grilled her, questioning whether she and President Joe Biden had done enough for union workers, according to a Teamster leader who recounted the Sept. 16 meeting to Reuters.Within days, the union publicly embarrassed Harris by declining to…