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Why Trump Calls Putin ‘Crazy’ After Deadly Russian Drone Strike on Ukraine

Donald Trump didn’t hold back his thoughts. In a fiery Truth Social post on Sunday, the U.S. President slammed Russian leader Vladimir Putin as “crazy.” This came just hours after Russia sent a massive swarm of deadly drones into Ukraine, killing at least 13 people. The post quickly sparked reactions across the globe. And many […]

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I May Not Contest Again After 2027,” Peter Obi Tells Young Nigerians in Candid Video

Peter Obi is not making any promises beyond 2027. In a heartfelt video shared on the Labour Party’s WhatsApp platform, the former Anambra governor and 2023 presidential hopeful admitted that “I may not contest again after 2027.” That simple sentence is already shaking the political space — and raising questions about what’s next. Obi confirmed

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Paid Activist: Hundeyin Tags Sowore and Others as US-Backed Disruptors

David Hundeyin has fired shots again—and this time, it’s sharp.He called Omoyele Sowore a paid activist, not a real revolutionary. Sowore, known for his activism and 2023 presidential run under the African Action Congress (AAC), is often seen as a voice for the masses. But Hundeyin isn’t buying it.He says Sowore wears a mask of

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Kanu Trial: ESN Illegal While Amotekun Is Protected by Law, Says Court Witness

The courtroom in Abuja fell silent as a key witness in the Kanu trial dropped a heavy claim—the Eastern Security Network (ESN) is illegal, but Amotekun, a similar security outfit in the South-West, has legal backing. This statement came during a re-examination led by the prosecution’s top lawyer, Adegboyega Awomolo (SAN). The witness, using the

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IPOB: Court Accepts Gulak’s Death Certificate as Evidence in Case Against Nnamdi Kanu

The court has moved a step forward in the ongoing case against Nnamdi Kanu, the leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB). On Monday, a Federal High Court sitting in Abuja accepted important documents — including the medical report and death certificate of Ahmed Gulak — as evidence. Gulak, a former adviser to ex-President

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White House Actively Considers Suspending Habeas Corpus in Immigration Measures

The White House may soon take a controversial path in its immigration crackdown—suspending habeas corpus. Stephen Miller, a top aide to President Trump, revealed that the administration is seriously thinking about this move. According to Miller, the Constitution allows suspending habeas corpus during situations like invasions. “The Constitution is clear,” he told reporters. “When there’s

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No Terror Items Found: See What DSS Witness Presented as Nnamdi Kanu’s Trial Resumes

The courtroom was tense as Nnamdi Kanu’s case resumed before Justice James Omotosho at the Federal High Court in Abuja. The spotlight was on the Department of State Services (DSS) operative, as the DSS witness tells court that no weapon or item related to terrorism was found on Kanu. This testimony added another layer of

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Mike Waltz Steps Down as Trump’s National Security Adviser Amid Signal Chat Controversy

Mike Waltz, who served as National Security Adviser under President Donald Trump, is set to leave his position following a significant controversy involving the use of an unsecured messaging app. This marks the first major staff change in Trump’s second term. (Mike Waltz Joins an Unhappy Fraternity) The Signal Chat Incident: A Costly Mistake Waltz’s

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Judge Withdraws from Natasha’s Case, Citing Akpabio’s Petition

“I Will Never Apologize for Speaking My Truth” – Senator Natasha Justice Obiora Egwuatu of the Federal High Court in Abuja, who was assigned to handle the case involving suspended Kogi Central Senator, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, has stepped away from the matter. The judge made this decision on Tuesday, explaining that his withdrawal was based on

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