Former Deputy Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), Kingsley Moghalu, has expressed his belief that being overlooked by former United States President Donald Trump could be a catalyst for Africa’s progress. In a post shared on his X (formerly Twitter) handle on Sunday, January 26, Moghalu argued that Africa should stop relying on …
Enugu govt okays landmark climate, off-grid electricity policies, strategies
Governor Mbah …Targets 792,000 new jobs in renewable energy, waste management Enugu State government has approved the State Climate Policy and Action Plan, ESCPAP, making it the first subnational government in Nigeria to adopt a long-term climate strategy that incorporates emissions modeling, microenergy audits and extensive stakeholder engagement. The State Executive Council, SEC, also approved …
Trump Sanctions Colombia After Deportation Flights Rejected
United States President Donald Trump has imposed emergency tariffs and a travel ban on Colombian officials after Colombia refused two flights carrying repatriated migrants. The measures, announced on Trump’s Truth Social platform, include 25% tariffs on Colombian goods entering the US, escalating to 50% within a week. Colombian nationals and cargo will also face increased …
“Men Must Remain Men, Women Must Remain Women” – President Ruto Endorses Trump’s Gender Policy
Kenyan President William Ruto has publicly supported U.S. President Donald Trump’s recent executive order, which reaffirms the U.S. government’s official recognition of only two genders—male and female. Speaking on Sunday, January 26, 2025, after a service at the Global Cathedral in Nairobi, Ruto praised the policy shift for aligning with Kenya’s cultural and religious values. …
South Korea President Yoon indicted for insurrection over martial law decree
South Korean prosecutors on Sunday indicted impeached President Yoon Suk Yeol on charges of leading an insurrection by declaring martial law on December 3, 2024. The decision comes a week after anti-corruption investigators recommended that Yoon be formally charged. “The prosecution has decided to indict Yoon Suk Yeol, who is facing charges of being a …
Albanese and Dutton Clash Over Australia Day Messages
Australian Prime Minister, Anthony Albanese calls for unity and reflection, while Opposition Leader Peter Dutton focuses on national pride and heritage. Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and Opposition Leader Peter Dutton have delivered starkly different Australia Day speeches, revealing contrasting visions for the nation. Speaking in Canberra, Mr. Albanese emphasized the themes of reflection, respect, and …
Don’t heat up polity, Lagos Assembly warns impeached Speaker Obasa
The Lagos State House of Assembly has warned its impeached Speaker, Mudashiru Obasa, against actions capable of destabilising the legislative arm and heating the polity. This comes after Obasa, on Saturday, while addressing his supporters on his arrival from the United States of America, maintained that his removal as the speaker did not follow due …
Why we blocked US Military plan from landing with deportees
Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum’s government has said it opposes Trump taking “unilateral” action to implement restrictive immigration standards — including the reinstatement of a “remain in Mexico” policy that forces migrants to stay in that country while they await adjudication of asylum claims. Flying deportees into a foreign country requires the cooperation of that nation’s …
President Tinubu to attend energy summit in Tanzania
President Bola Tinubu will depart Abuja on Sunday for Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, to participate in the Africa Heads of State Energy Summit on January 27-28, 2025. President Tinubu’s Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, revealed this in a statement signed Saturday titled, ‘President Tinubu to attend Africa Heads Of State Energy Summit …
Russia President Putin agrees to negotiate end of war with Ukraine after Donald Trump’s warning
President Vladimir Putin has said he is ready to discuss the war in Ukraine with US President Donald Trump after he warned his Russian counterpart to end the war quickly, or else face “high levels of taxes, tariffs and sanctions.” In his first comments, since Trump issued the threats, Putin said he’s ready for negotiations. …