Political Pulse

In a nation already scarred by political violence, the assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk has sparked a wave of accusations, investigations, and deep divisions. On September 10, 2025, Kirk, the 31-year-old founder of Turning Point USA, was fatally shot during a speech at Utah Valley University, sending shockwaves through the political landscape. President Donald Trump, who has survived assassination attempts himself, quickly blamed "radical left" rhetoric and

On September 9, 2025, the Middle East experienced an unexpected escalation. Israel conducted a targeted strike in Doha, Qatar, targeting senior Hamas officials. The explosions in the Qatari capital killed at least five Hamas members and one Qatari official. Hamas later claimed its top leaders survived, but the attack was a turning point that could reshape not only the Israel–Hamas conflict but also the regional balance of power.

France, known for its fine wine, world-class infrastructure, and revolutionary spirit, is now struggling with a financial crisis that is far from romantic. As Europe’s second-largest economy, it faces a mounting debt that threatens not just its stability but also the stability of the wider eurozone. With political gridlock, rising borrowing costs, and increasing market pressure, France is sinking deeper into a debt trap that feels like quicksand

Reno Omokri is indeed a table shaker. He shakes the table at his whims and caprices. I envy his guts. He is not afraid to make his opinion known on issues of national importance. His recent trip by road to Kaduna from Abuja with scores of journalists is one of such instances. He wanted to let us know that the once dangerous Abuja-Kaduna Road is now very safe for travel due to the efforts of our security agencies manning strategic positions on the long stretch. But he got it t

In a courtroom drama that concludes one of Equatorial Guinea's most sensational scandals, Baltasar Ebang Engonga, once the influential head of the country's national financial investigation agency, has received an eight-year prison sentence for embezzlement. The 47-year-old, frequently called "Bello," was convicted by the Bioko provincial tribunal for diverting hundreds of thousands of dollars in government travel funds for his personal indulgences, exposing the widespread co

In a high-stakes move that highlights ongoing tensions between executive power, congressional authority, and judicial oversight, President Donald Trump's administration has appealed to the U.S. Supreme Court for emergency intervention. Filed on August 26, 2025, the appeal aims to block the release of roughly $12 billion in foreign aid funds, designated for essential global health initiatives, including HIV/AIDS programs, before a looming September 30 deadline. The administrat

In a moment that mixed high-stakes politics with blockbuster celebrity news, President Donald Trump unexpectedly congratulated pop icon Taylor Swift and NFL star Travis Kelce on their recent engagement announcement. The couple's big reveal on August 26, 2025, caused a wave on social media. However, Trump's response during a White House cabinet meeting added an unexpected twist to the fairy-tale romance.

It was Carl von Clausewitz who identified "friction" as the gap between the ideal and reality in war. “Friction” makes the simple difficult in war. He stated that “Everything is very simple in war, but the simplest thing is difficult. These difficulties accumulate and produce a friction, which no man can imagine exactly who has not seen war.” There are rules of engagement. It is akin to the 12 commandments, a regime of 'thou shalt not,' which is strange in the vocabulary of t

In a bold move highlighting ongoing tensions over election integrity, President Donald Trump has publicly called for the immediate release of Tina Peters, a former Colorado county clerk serving a nine-year prison sentence for tampering with voting machines. Trump, calling Peters a "brave and innocent Patriot," warned of "harsh measures" against Colorado if his demands aren't met, reigniting debates about justice, loyalty, and the aftermath of the 2020 election.

In a heartbreaking tragedy that underscores the urgent plight of Afghan refugees, a passenger bus caught fire after a multi-vehicle crash in western Afghanistan's Herat province on August 19, 2025, killing at least 76 people, including 17 children. The bus, carrying Afghans recently deported from Iran, collided with a fuel tanker truck and a motorcycle near the Islam Qala border crossing, turning the journey home into a deadly nightmare. Three survivors were seriously injured

In a major setback for Nigeria's fight against corruption in the oil industry, a Federal High Court in Abuja has ordered the temporary freezing of four Jaiz Bank accounts allegedly connected to Mele Kyari, the former Group Chief Executive Officer (GCEO) of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL). Justice Emeka Nwite issued the order on August 19, 2025, following an ex parte motion by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), as investigations into s

In a disturbing escalation of dangerous political rhetoric, 50-year-old Nathalie Rose Jones from Lafayette, Indiana, is now behind bars, facing federal charges for making graphic threats against President Donald Trump. Arrested on August 16, 2025, in Washington, D.C., Jones reportedly traveled from New York to the nation's capital with a self-proclaimed "mission" to eliminate the president, motivated by deep grievances over his handling of the COVID-19 pandemic.

In a landmark decision, Epping Forest District Council has obtained a temporary High Court injunction to prevent The Bell Hotel in Epping, Essex, from accommodating asylum seekers, with all residents to be relocated by 4:00 PM on September 12, 2025. The ruling signifies a turning point for a community dealing with rising tensions, fueled by protests sparked by serious allegations against a hotel resident.

In a significant step toward accountability, a Nigerian court has commenced the trial of five men accused of orchestrating the brutal 2022 Islamist militant attack on St. Francis Catholic Church in Owo, southwestern Nigeria. The assault, which resulted in at least 50 deaths and injured over 100 worshippers during a Sunday mass, shocked the nation and revealed the growing threat of extremism beyond the northeast. When the suspects appeared in court on August 19, 2025, they ple

In a stark show of defiance, Russia launched a barrage of drones and missiles on the Ukrainian city of Kremenchuk overnight, just hours after high-stakes peace talks concluded in Washington. As world leaders, including U.S. President Donald Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy, gathered with European allies to map out a way to end the brutal conflict, Moscow's actions revealed a grim refusal to negotiate.

In a strange twist that exposes vulnerabilities in America's immigration and employment verification systems, a Jamaican national who illegally overstayed his visa and obtained a job as a reserve police officer has decided to self-deport rather than face formal removal proceedings. Jon Luke Evans, 25, appeared before an immigration judge on August 18, 2025, where he was granted voluntary departure, allowing him to leave the United States at his own expense within a set timefr

In a move that is causing diplomatic ripples, the United States has implemented stricter visa requirements for Nigerian applicants, requiring full disclosure of their social media activity over the past five years. This policy, aimed at enhancing national security, could result in outright visa denials for those who do not comply and may even prevent future entry into the US. The Federal Government of Nigeria, not one to sit idly by, has quickly promised reciprocal actions, e

In a candid interview highlighting ongoing tensions in Europe, French President Emmanuel Macron issued a strong warning to his continental allies: Be cautious about trusting Russian President Vladimir Putin. Speaking on LCI broadcaster, Macron vividly described Putin as "an ogre at our gates," highlighting the Russian leader's history of broken promises and aggressive ambitions.

In a development that could reshape the fight against extremism in West Africa, Chadian security forces apprehended an 18-year-old believed to be the son of Mohammed Yusuf, the notorious founder of Boko Haram. The arrest, confirmed through exclusive intelligence sources, took place during a targeted operation aimed at dismantling jihadist networks operating around Lake Chad Basin.

As concerns about stagflation, a troubling mix of slow economic growth and persistent inflation, grow in the United States, global markets remain on high alert. The U.S. economy, with its significant influence, could have widespread consequences if it weakens, impacting investment portfolios worldwide. A recent survey by BofA Global Research shows that 70% of global investors expect stagflation.