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The leader of Lebanon’s Hezbollah group has held talks on Wednesday with senior Hamas and Palestinian Islamic Jihad figures in a key meeting of three top anti-Israel militant groups amid the war raging in Gaza. A brief statement following the meeting said that Hezbollah’s leader Hassan Nasrallah agreed with Hamas’ Saleh al-Arouri and Islamic Jihad’s […]
In a stunning and unprecedented turn of events, the Oyo State High Court has made a landmark decision, dethroning Pastor Ghandi Olaoye from his role as the Soun of Ogbomoso. This groundbreaking ruling has sent shockwaves throughout the region, and it has ignited a spirited debate about the procedures for selecting traditional leaders. Background The […]
More than 500 miners in South Africa have remained underground for over 36 hours in a standoff between rival labour unions, police and workers’ representatives said Tuesday. Management at the Gold One mine near Johannesburg and the National Union of Mineworkers (NUM), one of the two unions involved, said the miners were being “held hostage”. […]
South Africa stand-in captain Aiden Markram paid tribute to Quinton de Kock on Tuesday, describing the match-winning batsman as a “free spirit” who should be allowed “to fly”. De Kock hit 174, his third century in five matches, to lead South Africa to 382-5 in their World Cup match against Bangladesh before the team completed […]
In a landmark ruling, a prominent Kuwaiti businessman has been sentenced to seven years behind bars and fined a staggering 128 million dinars in a high-profile real estate scam and money laundering case. The verdict comes as a significant victory in the battle against fraudulent real estate activities that have plagued the Kuwaiti property market […]
In a significant development for the automotive industry in Egypt, the Egyptian cabinet has officially granted a golden license to the private company EgyptSat Auto, enabling it to establish and operate a state-of-the-art factory dedicated to the production of electric vehicles (EVs). This landmark decision is expected to see electric cars, buses, motorcycles, and charging […]
The Lagos State Sexual Offences and Domestic Violence Court, situated in Ikeja, delivered a verdict on Tuesday that sent shockwaves throughout the nation. Dr. Olufemi Olaleye, the Medical Director of the Optimal Cancer Care Foundation, has been sentenced to life imprisonment for the heinous crime of defiling his wife’s 15-year-old niece. Justice Rahman Oshodi presided […]
Less than two years ago, I was sworn in as the 110th mayor of New York City. Our city was still reeling from the devastation of a global pandemic. Commercial neighborhoods and office buildings were deserted. Headlines questioned the future of New York City. But I knew then what every New Yorker has always known: […]
The Kenyan shilling has reached a historic low, plummeting to 150 shillings to the dollar, adding to the economic woes of Kenyan citizens who are already grappling with high inflation and an array of new taxes. This economic turmoil is the result of several years of currency depreciation, with the shilling losing nearly 24 percent […]
President Bola Tinubu has declared that the student loan programme would commence full operation in January 2024. Mr Tinubu announced this at the 29th Economic Summit organised by the Nigerian Economic Summit Group (NESG) in partnership with the Federal Ministry of Budget and Economic Planning in Abuja on Monday. The president assured Nigerians that government-owned […]
In a resolute declaration, Azimio leader Raila Odinga has affirmed his unwavering commitment to championing the rights of Kenyan citizens. During an interdenominational prayer service held in Kajiado on Sunday, the former Prime Minister addressed the pressing concerns of Kenyan citizens and vowed not to remain silent. Raila was responding to a call by the […]
In a resolute declaration, the Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, has vowed to reclaim the Ashanti Kingdom’s rightful place, citing concerns about the influence of money on leadership. Otumfuo Osei Tutu II made these impassioned remarks during an address on chieftaincy matters at the Manhyia Palace. The revered leader expressed his deep worry that the […]
A joyous birthday celebration quickly turned into a heart-wrenching tragedy as a leisurely boat ride on the serene waters of the Vaal River turned fatal. The incident, which occurred on Saturday, claimed the lives of four family members, including a three-year-old child and a pregnant woman, while leaving six survivors in need of urgent medical […]
In a significant event today, President H.E William Ruto graced the congregation at the Revival Sanctuary of Glory Church in Riruta Satellite, Dagoreti South, Nairobi County. The gathering, which attracted a host of prominent political and religious figures, left attendees deeply inspired. The church service featured a stirring sermon delivered by Bishop Ken Kamau, who […]
A 17-truck aid convoy entered Gaza from Egypt on Sunday as Israel intensified strikes on the Palestinian enclave facing a “catastrophic” humanitarian situation in the war sparked by Hamas’s bloody attack. As fears mount of a wider conflagration, Iran warned the region could spiral “out of control” and the Pentagon moved to bolster its forces […]
In a remarkable cultural exchange initiative, the JCRC BridgesNY Fellows embarked on a profound journey into the rich history of Senegal during their visit to the Villa des Art in Dakar. This program, which serves as a cornerstone of JCRC BridgesNY, strives to connect individuals from the United States and Senegal, fostering cross-cultural understanding. The […]
In a powerful statement, the government of the Republic of The Gambia has joined the international community, including the United Nations (UN), the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC), and the African Union (AU), in vehemently condemning the Israeli military operations in Gaza, which have persisted for nearly two weeks. The operations have included the stoppage […]
In a developing legal battle, Nigerian President,Bola Tinubu, has made an effort to thwart the release of records related to him by the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), the Central Intelligence Agency (CIA), and other U.S. government agencies. Court filings reviewed by the Peoples Gazette have revealed that Tinubu’s legal team in the United States […]
The Inspector-General of Police, Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, as part of his firm commitment to ensuring internal security stability and creating a secure environment conducive for the implementation of the federal government’s policies, has sanctioned the organislzation of the fourth edition of the conference and retreat for senior police officers. The gathering themed ‘Fostering Economic Prosperity, […]
President Joe Biden is set to address the nation in a primetime speech from the Oval Office tonight, during which he will advocate for crucial funding to support ongoing war efforts in Israel and Ukraine, alongside additional provisions for Taiwan and bolstering security along the US-Mexico southern border. The White House is expected to submit […]