US-Iran Tensions Surge as Trump Orders Navy to Block Strait of Hormuz
United States President Donald Trump has ordered the US Navy to begin blocking the Strait of Hormuz following the collapse of negotiations with Iran over its nuclear programme, in a move that has sharply escalated tensions in the Gulf region. In a post on his Truth Social platform late on 12 April, Mr Trump said […]
Court Sets Date for ADC Leadership Appeal Hearing
Nigeria’s Supreme Court has fixed Tuesday, April 14, for the hearing of an appeal involving a leadership dispute within the African Democratic Congress (ADC), bringing renewed attention to a long-running internal party crisis. The appeal was filed by the party’s national chairman, David Mark, who is challenging a rival claim to leadership made by a […]
US Praises Nigeria Over Hundreds of Terrorism Convictions in Mass Trials
The United States has commended Nigeria for accelerating the prosecution of terrorism-related cases, following the conviction of hundreds of suspects in one of the country’s largest coordinated judicial efforts against extremism. In a statement released on Sunday, Massad Boulos, a senior US adviser on Arab and African affairs, described the development as a significant step […]
Hungary’s Orbán Ousted After 16 Years as Magyar Secures Historic Election Victory
Hungary’s long-serving prime minister, Viktor Orbán, has conceded defeat in a closely watched national election, bringing an end to his 16-year hold on power and marking a significant political shift in central Europe. According to CBC News, Mr Orbán, Speaking to supporters late on Sunday, described the result as a “painful” loss, acknowledging victory for […]