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 Israel and Lebanon agree to extend US-brokered ceasefire by 45 days, State Department says Israel and Lebanon have agreed to extend a U.S.-brokered ceasefire by 45 days, according to U.S. officials, in an effort to allow further progress in ongoing negotiations aimed at reducing hostilities along their shared border. A State Department spokesperson said the April 16 cessation of hostilities would be extended by an additional 45 days following what officials described as “highly productive” talks held in Washington on Thursday and Friday. The two sides are expected to resume negotiations on June 2 and June 3. The discussions mark the third round of meetings between Israel and Lebanon since renewed fighting escalated earlier this year, including Israeli airstrikes following missile fire from Hezbollah and subsequent Israeli ground operations in southern Lebanon. While the conflict has continued in parallel with broader regional tensions, officials said violence has largely remained ...

GBAJABIAMILA SALUTES SHETTIMA AT 56.(PHOTO).#PRESS RELEASE.


Gbajabiamila salutes Shettima at 56

The Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rep. Femi Gbajabiamila, has felicitated the Vice Presidential candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Senator Kashim Shettima, on his 56th birthday.

Gbajabiamila, in a statement by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Lanre Lasisi, described Senator Shettima as a man of honour and a patriot whose invaluable contributions to the country's democracy are numerous.

The Speaker recalled Shettima's days as the governor of Borno State when he transformed the state despite the security challenges.

Gbajabiamila noted with delight how Shettima, as a foremost banker, brings his experience to bear at any given time when it is needed.

As the Senator representing Borno Central, Gbajabiamila said Shettima has provided purposeful representation to his people and made meaningful contributions on the floor of the Senate on issues pertaining to the growth and development of Nigeria.

The speaker further described Shettima as a determined, upright, courageous and dogged politician, whose words are his bond.

Gbajabiamila said at 56, Shettima has achieved a lot and still has more contributions to make to Nigeria and Nigerians.

The speaker wished Shettima many more years of sound health and increased wisdom from the Almighty Allah.


 

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