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This is coming barely a day after the Russian government said it had revealed no plan to immediately congratulate Donald Trump for emerging victorious in the elections. Russian President, Vladimir Putin, has finally congratulated Donald Trump on his recent victory in the just concluded United States Election. Putin congratulated Trump on Thursday in his first public comment on the U.S. …

The Malaysian government’s plan to phase out natural gas-powered vehicles by July 2025 has sparked strong reactions in Nigeria, especially as the country continues to advocate for Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) as a safer and more affordable alternative to petrol. Vanguard earlier reported that Malaysia’s transport minister, Loke Siew Fook, announced several measures aimed at phasing out the use of CNG …

US President Joe Biden will address America on Thursday, vowing a peaceful transfer of power to Donald Trump after his historical election win over Kamala Harris. Biden is scheduled to speak in the Rose Garden of the White House at 11 am (1600 GMT) to “discuss the election results and the transition” to Trump’s second term. The White House said …

A Niger Delta Activist and Development Consultant, Mr Iteveh Nur’ Ekpokpobe, has called on the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) to err on the side of caution in the ongoing investigation of former Delta State Governor, Dr Ifeanyi Okowa. Speaking in Abuja, Iteveh stated that beyond every accusation which are yet to be proven “it is a matter of …

A new terror group has emerged in Northwestern Nigeria, terrorising residents of rural communities, the country’s military said on Thursday. The terror group emerged after the recent coup in neighbouring Niger that frustrated the partnership between the militaries of the two countries, an official said. PREMIUM TIMES reported the coup that sacked President Mohamed Bazoum and installed a junta. ECOWAS, led by Nigeria, …

Israeli Ambassador to Nigeria, Michael Freeman has alleged that Iran is at the centre of global terrorism and political unrest, insisting that without a change in the present Iranian political leadership there may be no peace in Middle East and part of Africa. Speaking in Abuja during the screening of the documentary “We Will Dance Again” directed by Yariv Mozer, …

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has directed that the national flag be flown at half mast nationwide for seven days in honour of the departed Chief of Army Staff Lieutenant General Taoreed Abiodun Lagbaja. The directive was contained in a statement issued Wednesday by the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Senator George Akume. The statement signed by Director, Information …

World leaders raced to praise Donald Trump as he claimed a stunning US election victory over Kamala Harris, while financial markets also rose. Here are the first reactions, with the presidential election result still to be confirmed: – Nigeria – Nigeria’s president, Bola Ahmed Tinubu has extended his heartfelt congratulations to President Donald Trump on his re-election as the 47th President …

Chief of Defence Staff, General Christopher Musa, Wednesday expressed sorrow over the demise of Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lt Gen Taoreed Lagbaja who passed on Tuesday after a brief illness. President Bola Tinubu had on Wednesday morning announced Lt Gen Lagbaja’s obituary in a statement signed by his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga. Tinubu said that …

Governor Ademola Adeleke of Osun State has expressed deep sorrow over the sudden passing of the Chief of Army Staff, Lt. General Taoreed Lagbaja, describing his death as a significant loss for Osun State, the Nigerian Army, and the country at large. In a statement released in Osogbo, Adeleke called the transition of the military chief “a huge misfortune.” “A …