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    The United States and Russia completed their largest prisoner swap in post-Soviet history on Thursday, with Moscow releasing journalist Evan Gershkovich and his compatriot Paul Whelan, along with dissidents including Vladimir Kara-Murza, in a multinational deal that freed two dozen people, officials said. The deal was reached after years of secret and clandestine negotiations, despite relations between Washington …

A businessman was killed by bullets allegedly fired by police officers during the ongoing #EndBadGovernance protests in Yauri local government area of ​​Kebbi State on Thursday. An eyewitness, Malam Umar Bako Yelwa, told reporters that bullets fired by police near the Yauri River hit the victim at his plastic shop in the area. He said the protests escalated when demonstrators …

Those who participated in the “End Bad Governance in Nigeria” protest said they will not stop protesting until President Bola Tinubu meets their demands. They urged the president to do what was necessary and the protests would be immediately called off. Addressing journalists in Abuja, the Director of Mobilization of the Take It Back Movement, Damilare Adenola, said the oppression …

Minister of Communications, Bosun Tijani, on Thursday, condemned the destruction of the Nigerian Communications Centre in Kano by #EndBadGovernance protesters. The incident, which comes amid ongoing nationwide protests, has dealt a major blow to the government’s ambitious plans to develop a robust tech ecosystem in the country. Tijani tweeted, “Saddened to hear that our Digital Innovation Park in Kano which …

A protest against economic hardship and hunger in Nyanya, Abuja, on Thursday, August 1, turned violent when some people hijacked the demonstration, leading to clashes with the Nigerian Army. Initially, protesters gathered at Nyanya Bridge were peaceful and voiced concerns about the country’s economic situation. However, tensions escalated when a faction began vandalizing public property, including street lights, and throwing …

The United Arab Emirates (UAE), in collaboration with the World Health Organization (WHO), has announced an urgent initiative to evacuate 85 sick and seriously injured Palestinians, including cancer patients in need of intensive care, accompanied by 63 family members, from Ramon Airport in Israel to Abu Dhabi through the Karam Abu Salem crossing. This initiative, according to the statement signed …

A wave of anger swept through Government House, Port Harcourt, on Thursday after the state Governor Siminalayi Fubara promised cash rewards to protesting youths. Addressing the protesters on Thursday, Governor Fubara acknowledged their frustration and said, “You are here because you want a better Nigeria. I am one of you. I see your suffering. I will convey your message to …

A teenager appeared in court on Thursday, facing charges over the alleged murder of three girls in a stabbing incident at a Taylor Swift-themed dance party, as violent protests erupted in several cities across Britain. The 17-year-old, who cannot be named because of his age, has been charged with three counts of murder and ten counts of attempted murder following …

As Edo State prepares for the September 21 elections, the administration of Senator Monday Okpebholo is committed to prioritising the health and wellbeing of all Edolites, especially rural dwellers. Our comprehensive health care program includes: – Establish and equip each community with primary health centers – Collaborate with communities, donor agencies and international bodies to ensure sustainable health care delivery …

Police officers, on Thursday morning, fired tear gas at scores of #EndBadGovernance protesters around Eagles Square, in the Federal Capital Territory, Abuja. According to eyewitness reports, a handful of protesters came to the area in defiance of widely publicized information that the Abuja High Court had approved the Moshood Abiola National Stadium as a protest venue. Recall that the High …