Author: Gbenga Oluranti OLALEYE

As former President Donald Trump declared victory in the 2024 US presidential election, leaders from around the world have begun extending their congratulations, despite ongoing vote counting in several key states. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy was among the first to offer his congratulations, hailing Trump’s “impressive victory” and expressing hope that his return to the White House could bring the conflict in Ukraine closer to a resolution. Zelenskyy, whose country has been embroiled in a war with Russia for nearly two years, has been a vocal advocate for continued Western support. In a tweet sent late Tuesday, November 5, Zelenskyy…

The Democratic Party is in disarray as the blame game begins in the wake of Vice President Kamala Harris’s crushing election defeat to former President Donald Trump. With Harris on the brink of losing the key swing states that determined the outcome of the 2024 election, party operatives and pundits are already pointing fingers at key decisions made during the campaign, most notably her choice of running mate. Harris, 60, who had aimed to make history as the first woman and second Black president, struggled to gain traction with voters in the final stretch of the race. As the results…

Former President Donald Trump has made a bold pledge, vowing to “fix everything about our country” should he secure a return to the White House in the 2024 election. The statement was made during a late-night address to supporters as early results indicated a tight race between Trump and his Democratic rival. Addressing a crowd at a rally in Florida, Trump promised to “restore American greatness” and address what he called the “deep failures” of the current administration. His speech, which echoed familiar themes from his previous campaigns, framed the election as a choice between American prosperity and a future…

In a stunning twist to the 2024 presidential race, Donald Trump has claimed victory over Kamala Harris, signaling a potential political comeback that has sent shockwaves through the United States and the world. His exuberant announcement came early Wednesday, November 6, despite only Fox News declaring him the winner, while other networks had yet to make a final call on the tight election. Trump, speaking from his campaign headquarters in Florida, pledged to “heal” the nation, promising a new era of leadership. The former president, flanked by his wife Melania and several of his children, addressed a jubilant crowd of…

The Government of Equatorial Guinea has imposed new restrictions on WhatsApp, limiting citizens’ ability to download and share multimedia files using mobile data. This move follows a controversial sex scandal involving Baltasar Engonga, the Director General of the National Financial Investigation Agency (ANIF), which has sparked outrage and debate across the country. According to local reports, the government has instructed telecommunications providers to implement measures that restrict access to inappropriate content, a decision believed to be linked to the scandal. Engonga, a 54-year-old economist, has found himself at the center of a high-profile fraud investigation, during which authorities uncovered hundreds…

The UK is set to introduce a pioneering piece of public health legislation aimed at creating the world’s first “smoke-free generation,” with a new tobacco law to be presented in Parliament on Tuesday, November 5. The move comes as part of the government’s broader strategy to curb smoking rates and reduce the long-term health burden on the National Health Service (NHS). Under the new proposals, anyone born after January 1, 2009, will be prohibited from purchasing tobacco products, effectively making them the first generation in the UK who will never legally be able to buy cigarettes. This gradual increase in…

The Petroleum Products Retail Outlets Owners Association of Nigeria (PETROAN) has confirmed plans to import premium motor spirit (PMS), commonly known as petrol, at a price lower than the current market rate in Nigeria. In a statement issued on Monday, November 4, PETROAN emphasised that the move is part of its commitment to fostering competition in Nigeria’s deregulated petroleum market. Dr. Joseph Obele, PETROAN’s National Public Relations Officer, stated that the group has set up a business unit that will facilitate the importation of cheaper petrol before December. He stressed that competition is vital for ensuring fair pricing and enhancing…

A Russian engineer has been sentenced to 16 years in prison after being convicted of high treason for allegedly providing military secrets to Ukraine, according to a court ruling on Tuesday, November 5. Daniel Mukhametov, 32, an engineer employed at Uralvagonzavod, a major Russian tank manufacturer located in Nizhny Tagil in the Urals, was found guilty of passing sensitive military and technical information to Ukrainian intelligence services. The verdict was issued by a regional court in Sverdlovsk, Russia. The case began in 2023 when Mukhametov and his wife, Viktoria Mukhametova, who also worked at Uralvagonzavod, were arrested by the FSB,…

Americans are heading to the polls today to vote in the highly anticipated 2024 US presidential election, with Democrat Kamala Harris and Republican Donald Trump facing off in a battle for the White House. The election, closely monitored around the world, not only determines the next president but also elects members of Congress, who will play a key role in shaping US law for the next several years. The Candidates In the Republican Party, former President Donald Trump emerged as the candidate after winning the nomination in a hard-fought contest against his party rivals. His running mate is Ohio Senator…

Equatorial Guinea’s Vice President, Teddy Nguema, announced plans to install surveillance cameras in all government offices. This policy is part of an ongoing effort to promote transparency and reinforce adherence to public service laws. The announcement comes on the heels of a shocking scandal involving Baltasar Engonga, the Director General of the National Financial Investigation Agency (ANIF). Engonga, who is also a prominent economist, was arrested after an investigation revealed he had secretly recorded over 400 sex tapes involving the wives of high-profile individuals in the country. These tapes were discovered during a search of his office and home as…