Following a historic 2024 election win, Trump begins his transition back to the White House, focusing on cabinet selections, policy priorities, and national security prep. His January 20 inauguration marks his second term start. Following a historic comeback victory in the 2024 presidential election, Donald Trump has become president-elect of the United States, having defeated current vice president Kamala Harris in a highly contested race. This election marks a rare…

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…

“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…

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…

The Nigerian national grid collapsed again on 8 November, immediately after the Federal Government set up a committee that submitted a report. This collapse came barely 24 hours after repair. This recent collapse made it the 11th time in 2024, leaving millions in the dark and causing massive disruptions to businesses and daily life. Several experts have argued that the issue is deeper than mere technical failures, resulting from a…

An aide to former President Goodluck Jonathan has poured cold water on feminism, insisting that it was not founded to liberate women, but a ploy to manipulate them. In a tweet on his verified X handle, Omokri illustrated his view with the photograph of the first lady of Botswana, Kaone Boko, who kneeled publicly for husband and President Duma Boko as he was being sworn in to office. In his…

Washington D.C.—In a Rose Garden address on Thursday, President Joe Biden urged Americans to “bring down the temperature” and assured the nation of a peaceful transition of power following Republican Donald Trump’s victory in the U.S. presidential election. Addressing the nation amidst a deeply divided political climate, Biden called on Americans to see each other as “fellow Americans” rather than adversaries, regardless of political leanings. “You can’t love your country…

The Take It Back Movement (TIB), a prominent organization dedicated to human rights advocacy, has publicly denounced the actions of the Sokoto State government under the leadership of Governor Ahmad Aliyu. The TIB’s condemnation comes in response to what they describe as oppressive tactics employed by the state to suppress dissent and stifle freedom of expression within its borders. The controversy centres around the recent arrest and covert arraignment of…

With Donald Trump’s return to the White House looking increasingly likely, questions are swirling over what his presidency could mean for Africa’s economic landscape. From trade policies to foreign aid, a Trump administration could bring both challenges and opportunities for African nations navigating a shifting global economy. Trade Relations: New Focus on Bilateral Deals Under Trump’s “America First” approach, the U.S. may prioritize agreements that directly benefit American interests, potentially…

Despite past criticisms of Donald Trump, UK Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer confirmed that David Lammy will remain in his post as Foreign Secretary, even as Trump returns to the White House. Lammy, known for his outspoken remarks on Trump, previously referred to the former president as a “woman-hating, neo-Nazi-sympathising sociopath” during his tenure as a backbencher in 2018. He also labeled Trump a “profound threat to the international order,”…

While the U.S. presidential election may be the most talked-about political event in November, even in Nigeria, Nigerians should also pay close attention to an important election happening this month: the Ondo State governorship election. Amid various national issues—from teenagers facing treason charges to a divisive tax reform bill—it’s easy to overlook the importance of this upcoming election in Ondo State. In Nigeria’s federal system, where states strive for equal…

While electoral races in advanced democracies usually center around party ideologies and policies, in Nigeria, they are often more about individual interests. This is not to say that political parties in Nigeria do not play a significant role in elections. However, the lines of distinction are so permeable, and party structures so weak, that politicians can easily switch affiliations and take over party structures to serve their own interests. Many…