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Australia

September 23, 2025

Israel-Hamas War: France recognises Palestinian State

Meanwhile, critics warn the pressure on Israel could further escalate tensions. Israel and its ally, the United States, have boycotted the conference.

Donald Trump with Benjamin Netanyahu
September 22, 2025

UK will regret recognising Palestinian state: Kemi Badenoch

“We will all rue the day this decision was made,” said Ms Badenoch.

Kemi and Keir
September 22, 2025

Recognition brings independence, sovereignty closer, says Palestinian foreign minister

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu this month declared that there would never be a Palestinian state.

Palestinian foreign minister Varsen Aghabekian Shahin
September 22, 2025

UK pushes peace plan at UN summit dominated by Palestine recognition

The UK will use the UN General Assembly to push for international backing of a framework for peace in the Middle East, following its recognition of a Palestinian state.

Keir Starmer (Credit: X)
September 16, 2025

Former Rivers governor opposes creation of state police

Mr Omehia stated this on Tuesday in Abuja, while speaking about his new book, entitled ‘Restructuring Nigeria: The Way Forward’.

ormer governor of Rivers, Celestine Omehia and IGP
July 9, 2025

Danger of the single story

How do we get to Gusau, knowing what we know, I asked ChatGPT. Response: Don’t go except it’s essential.

Zamfara governor's official portrait
July 2, 2025

Kanye West barred from entering Australia over song glorifying Hitler

West, a multiple Grammy award winner, identifies as a Nazi and often makes anti-semitism comments.

Kanye West
June 29, 2025

Lawmaker pledges N200 million for Nollywood talent hunt

Mr Nwoko said that there was a need for the movie industry in Nigeria to invest in more quality TV series.

Ned Nwoko
June 26, 2025

South Korea, NATO to launch defence industry consulting group

In addition, South Korea is set to participate in future NATO defence projects, though specific initiatives were not detailed.

Armed South Korean troops
June 21, 2025

Nigeria targets $12 billion annual revenue from electronic navigational charts: Matawalle

He commended the National Hydrographic Agency for work being done since its establishment.

Governor Bello Matawalle 4