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The Commissioner of Police in Edo State is facing criticism after appearing in a video alongside an aide to Governor Monday Okpebholo who made controversial statements directed at opposition figures.In the widely circulated clip, the governor’s aide—also known as a praise singer—was heard pledging to hand over any members of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) found in the state to the police commissioner. He also insulted former presidential candidate Peter Obi, calling him a “stupid man.”The footage shows the police commissioner smiling during the exchange, a reaction that has sparked backlash from observers who questioned whether it was appropriate given the seriousness of the remarks.The aide, who has previously faced allegations of issuing threats regarding Peter Obi’s s...

The Lagos State Government has i$$ued a clarification on its policy regarding solar panel installations, following widespread reactions to a viral video that suggested residents must pay fees before adopting solar energy.The clarification was provided by Wale Ajetunmobi, Senior Special Assistant on Media to Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu. According to him, the requirement applies only to residents living in government-owned social housing estates.Ajetunmobi explained that installing solar panels in such estates is considered an external modification to the building structure.As a result, residents—referred to as allottees—must obtain approval from the Ministry of Housing, particularly its Phys!cal Planning and Survey departments, to ensure safety and protect shared inf...

The administration of Donald Trump has started rolling out its controversial “gold card” residency programme, which allows individuals to secure U.S. residency in exchange for a large financial payment.The policy, introduced via an executive order signed in September last year, sets the cost of residency at $1 million. Applications opened in December, and U.S. authorities have confirmed that at least one applicant has already been granted approval.Speaking before a congressional panel, Howard Lutnick revealed that hundreds more applicants are currently in line and undergoing review.In addition to the main fee, applicants must pay a $15,000 processing charge to the Department of Homeland Security, with officials promising a thorough and rigorous screening process. While individu...

Nicolás Maduro was captured during a major U.S. military mission known as Operation Absolute Resolve, a carefully planned operation involving intelligence gathering and special forces deployment.A U.S. Special Forces Master Sergeant, Gannon Ken Van Dyke, has now been arrested for allegedly exploiting classified military intelligence linked to that mission for personal financial gain.According to prosecutors, Van Dyke is accused of placing a $32,000 wager on the outcome of the operation, ultimately earning about $400,000 after predicting that Maduro would be removed from power.Investigators say he created an account on a prediction platform shortly before the covert mission and placed multiple high-risk bets between December and January, forecasting Maduro’s capture ahead of tim...

Donald Trump has stated that he would not consider deploying nuclear weapons against Iran, despite earlier rhetoric that hinted at the possibility of severe military action.Speaking to journalists at the White House, Trump dismissed the need for nuclear force, emphasizing that conventional military operations were more than adequate. “No, I wouldn’t use it,” he said, adding that there was no justification for nuclear weapons when significant damage could already be achieved through standard military means. He also stressed that such weapons should never be used by any nation.His comments mark a noticeable shift from his earlier warning on April 7, when he suggested that an entire civilisation could be wiped out—remarks that triggered widespread international concern. Shortly after ...