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Feb

15

2025

Trump should be a wake-up call! By abiodun KOMOLAFE

Column, News, OpinionAbiodun KOMOLAFE, America, Donald Trump, Opinion, Politics, United States of America

President Donald Trump of the United States of America is a creation of time. The key point is not in changing America. Instead, Trump is revealing America as it is! The America that we knew – represented by F.D. Roosevelt, J.F. Kennedy and Jimmy Carter – was perhaps just a fleeting moment or a facade. Trump’s presidency has exposed the underlying realities of the country, making it clear that the perceived America was not entirely genuine. Trump epitomizes the body and the spirit of the White conquest of Native Americans, which is reflected in his immigration policy. On the surface,…

Feb

06

2025

By Amos Oge Kalu

US Judge Blocks Trump’s Executive Order on Birthright Citizenship

Column, News, PoliticsDonald Trump, Politics, United States of America

In a significant ruling, a US federal judge has blocked the implementation of President Donald Trump's executive order aimed at restricting birthright citizenship in the United States. The order, which was set to take effect nationwide on February 19, has been indefinitely halted by District Judge Deborah Boardman. Judge Boardman emphasized that denying birthright citizenship would cause irreparable harm, conflicting with the plain language of the 14th Amendment. This amendment, ratified in 1868, guarantees citizenship to anyone born in the United States. Boardman stated, "The denial of the precious right to citizenship will cause irreparable harm. No court in the…

Feb

03

2025

By Amos Oge Kalu

Trump Threatens to Cut Off Funding for South Africa

Metro, NewsDonald Trump, South Africa, United States of America, World News, World Peace

US President Donald Trump has sparked controversy with his latest remarks on South Africa, stating that "certain classes of people" in the country are being treated "very badly". Trump made the comments on Sunday, without providing any evidence to support his claims. In a move that has raised eyebrows, Trump threatened to cut off funding for South Africa until the matter is investigated. The announcement has sparked widespread criticism, with many accusing the President of interfering in the internal affairs of a sovereign nation. The South African government has yet to respond to Trump's comments, but the country's opposition parties…

Jan

27

2025

By Amos Oge Kalu

Tyrese Opens Up About Painful Divorce: “I Lost 50% of My Lifetime Savings’

Entertainment, Lifestyle, Metro, News, OpinionEntertainment, Lifestyle, Metro, United States of America

Actor and singer Tyrese Gibson has shared a heart-wrenching account of his divorce, revealing that his ex-wife took 50% of his lifetime savings. In a candid interview, Tyrese spoke about the emotional toll of the divorce and the importance of men speaking up about their feelings. Tyrese recalled how his ex-wife viewed marriage as a business transaction, leaving him financially and emotionally drained. "She got married to me for a few years, divorced, and took 50% of my lifetime savings," he said. "All her own money and properties were not in her name." The actor also revealed that rapper 50…

Nov

07

2024

By Amos Oge Kalu

Former President Obama Has Expressed Disappointment Over Trump’s Victory

Opinion, PoliticsBarrack Obama, Donald Trump, Opinion, Politics, United States of America

Former US President Barack Obama has expressed disappointment over Donald Trump's victory in the recent presidential election, where Trump and Senator JD Vance emerged victorious. Obama acknowledged the democratic process and congratulated Trump and Vance on their win, emphasizing the importance of peaceful transfer of power, a cornerstone of American democracy. Obama praised Democratic candidates Vice President Kamala Harris and Governor Tim Walz for their commitment to public service and dedication of their supporters. He noted that despite clear political divides, it's crucial to recognize the challenges facing the nation, including the COVID-19 pandemic and economic uncertainties. Obama emphasized that…