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Sep

10

2025

Tinubu Meets Macron in Paris for Private Working Lunch

News, PoliticsFrance, Nigeria, Politics, World News

President Bola Tinubu met with French President Emmanuel Macron for a private working lunch at the Élysée Palace in Paris on Wednesday, September 10, 2025. The meeting aimed to strengthen bilateral relations between Nigeria and France, focusing on deepening cooperation in areas such as economic reforms, security, energy transition, and investment opportunities. This encounter marks Tinubu's seventh visit to Paris since assuming office in May 2023. The meeting took place at the Élysée Palace, with the agenda centered around economic reforms, security, energy transition, and investment opportunities. The private working lunch signifies the importance of strengthening Nigeria-France bilateral relations. Tinubu's…

Jul

24

2025

By Amos Oge Kalu

WWE Legend, Hulk Hogan Dies at 71

Entertainment, News, SportsEntertainment, World News, WWE

Hulk Hogan, the legendary professional wrestler, has passed away at 71 due to cardiac arrest at his Clearwater, Florida home. He was a global pop culture icon, known for his trademark bandana, booming voice, and signature moves. Hogan's wrestling career spanned 35 years, with six WWE championships and numerous iconic matches, including his famous bodyslam of Andre the Giant at WrestleMania III. Hulk Hogan's Career Highlights: Wrestling Career: 35 years (1977-2012) WWE Championships: 6 times Notable Matches: Bodyslam of Andre the Giant at WrestleMania III, WrestleMania VI, and SummerSlam Inducted into WWE Hall of Fame: 2005 Hogan's legacy extends beyond…

Jul

23

2025

By Amos Oge Kalu

U.S. Govt. Issues Travel Advisory for Nigeria Due to Crime, Terrorism, Kidnapping Risks‎

Lifestyle, Metro, News, Opinion, Social IssuesAmerica, Donald Trump, World News

The United States government has issued a travel advisory urging its citizens to reconsider travel to Nigeria because of widespread security threats and inadequate healthcare services. This advisory, released on July 15, 2025, highlights the risks associated with crime, terrorism, civil unrest, kidnapping, and armed gangs throughout the country. ‎Crime and kidnapping are significant concerns in Nigeria, with violent incidents such as armed robbery, assault, carjacking, kidnapping, and rape being common. Kidnappings for ransom frequently target dual nationals and U.S. citizens who are perceived as wealthy. Additionally, terrorist groups continue to plot and carry out attacks in Nigeria, often collaborating…

Jul

20

2025

By Amos Oge Kalu

Prince Al Waleed bin Khaled, Saudi Arabia’s ‘Sleeping Prince,’ Passes Away After 20-Year Coma

NewsRIP, World News

Prince Al Waleed bin Khaled, a member of the Saudi royal family and nephew of billionaire investor Prince Alwaleed bin Talal, has died after spending nearly two decades in a coma. The prince was just 34 years old. The prince's family announced his passing on Saturday, revealing that he had been in a coma since a car accident in 2005. Despite his prolonged illness, Prince Al Waleed bin Khaled had become a symbol of hope and resilience, with many people across the Arab world holding him in their thoughts and prayers. A funeral service for the late prince will be…

Jul

05

2025

By Amos Oge Kalu

Middle East: When will the wars end? – By abiodun KOMOLAFE

Column, News, Opinion, PoliticsAbiodun KOMOLAFE, Opinion, World News

The Middle East has been a hotbed of conflict for decades, with wars and skirmishes erupting over issues like land, borders and rights. Over the decades, the region has become a complex web of alliances, rivalries, and power struggles, with global powers like the United States, the UK, France, China and Russia pursuing their own interests and agendas. Regional players like Qatar and Turkey have also been vying for influence, with some making efforts to broker peace deals. The recent escalation between Israel and Iran has only brought the region to a boiling point, again drawing in global powers. In…