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 Sexual harassment allegation: Victim demands prosecution of Indonesia ambassador A former staff member of the Embassy of Indonesia in Abuja, Nigeria, (name withheld) has petitioned authorities and the Embassy of Indonesia over serious allegations of sexual harassment and unlawful retaliation against the Indonesian Ambassador to Nigeria and ECOWAS, Usra Harahab. The petition filed by the solicitors to the victim, BOWYARD PARTNERS, with the title: “Complaint of Sexual Harassment, Intimidation And Unlawful Retaliation Against Ambassador Dr Usra Hendra Harahap, Ambassador of the Republic of Indonesia to Nigeria”, was received by the Office of the Minister of Foreign Affairs; Ambassador, Embassy of Indonesia; head of the chancery, Embassy of Indonesia and the Inspector General of Police (IGP) in June 2024. Petitions were also sent to the minister of women’s empowerment and child protection in Indonesia, the ministry of law and human rights in Indonesia, the Executive Secretary of the N...

 University Accountant Convicted for ₦60 Million Fraud in Sokoto The ICPC secured the conviction of Lukumanu Sani Waziri, an accountant at Usmanu Danfodiyo University Teaching Hospital (UDUTH), for diverting over ₦60 million through unauthorized access to the Government Integrated Financial Information System (GIFMIS).  Waziri was found guilty on seven of nine charges, receiving a combined sentence of up to three years imprisonment or fines totaling ₦1.4 million. The fraud scheme involved altering financial records and transferring funds to personal and accomplice accounts. The sentences will run concurrently.

 13:30, 19th Jan, 2025 by  Nduka Obaigbena Leads ARISE News Teams to Washington DC for Trump Inauguration, Davos for World Economic Forum  Led by Chairman and Editor-in-Chief Nduka Obaigbena, ARISE News is in Washington DC for Trump’s inauguration as US’ 47th President. Led by Chairman and Editor-in-Chief Nduka Obaigbena, at the invitation of a former ARISE News Staff who is now a Trump surrogate, ARISE News has landed in Washington DC for a robust coverage of Donald Trump’s inauguration as the United States’ 47th President.  The ARISE team includes Ohi Odiai, Adefemi Akinsanya (who flew in from Turkey) and Opeyemi Adenihun.  ARISE News will give you a blow-by-blow account of events as they occur – in the spotlight and behind the scenes.   Meanwhile, ARISE News Anchors, Rotus Oddiri, Adesuwa Omoruan and Ivica Babic have landed in Davos for on-the-spot coverage of global business leaders at the World Economic Forum annual gathering where Vice President ...

 M23 rebels seize DRC mining town: reports Fighters from M23 movement seized control of a key mining settlement in Democratic Republic of Congo, their latest advance in the country's east, local sources said on Sunday. Residents told AFP by telephone that the armed group took control of Lumbishi, a mineral-rich site in the South Kivu region, around 1530 GMT on Saturday. From there they were progressing towards Numbi and Shanje, two other locations in the surrounding Kalehe territory, sources said. "Since this morning there has been fighting against the enemy in Kalehe," said a security source who asked not to be named on Sunday. Thousands of displacements M23, or the "Movement of March 23", is allegedly backed by Kigali and aided by Rwandan troops. Since 2021 it has occupied wide swathes of the mineral-rich east of the DRC. At least 237,000 people have been displaced since the start of January by fighting between the DRC army and M23, according to the United Nat...

Catholic church suspends Delta priest over secret wedding in US The Catholic Diocese of Warri, Delta State, has suspended Rev. Fr. Daniel Okanatotor Oghenerukevwe from priestly duties following his alleged marriage sealed in the United States of America. This was contained in a statement titled ‘Decree of Suspension,’ dated Thursday, January 16, 2025, copies of which were made available to journalists in Warri on Sunday. The statement, which was jointly signed by the Bishop of Warri, Rt. Rev. Anthony Ovayero Ewherido, and the Chancellor/Notary, Very Rev. Fr. Clement Abobo, said, “Fr. Oghenerukevwe entered into marriage with Ms. Dora Chichah on December 29, 2024, at the Streams of Joy Church in Dallas, USA”. It was further gathered that footage of the marriage reportedly circulated widely on social media and had prompted the church to act. “By this action, Rev. Fr. Daniel Okanatotor Oghenerukevwe has incurred a Latae Sententiae suspension in accordance with the provisions of Canon 1394 ...

 How Suspected Internet Fraudster Killed EFCC Operative – EFCC The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has detailed how one of its operatives, Aminu Salisu, an Assistant Superintendent, was killed by a suspected internet fraudster, Joshua Ikechukwu, during an operation in Awka, Anambra State.   According to a statement released by the EFCC on Sunday, the incident occurred on 17 January 2025 at Dr. J.O. Ukwutinife Close, Ifite. The operation, aimed at apprehending internet fraudsters, initially resulted in the arrest of 37 suspects at a two-story building.   However, Ikechukwu, who monitored the investigators via a CCTV camera at his door, refused to grant them entry despite their identification. Instead, he opened fire, killing Salisu and wounding another officer conducting a search of his apartment.   Preliminary investigations revealed Ikechukwu’s involvement in coding and suspicious online medical supplies. Items recovered from his apart...

 Suleja Fire: Southern Governors’ Forum Condoles Niger Gov Ogun State Governor and Chairman of the Southern Governors’ Forum, Prince Dapo Abiodun, has described the tanker fire explosion in Suleja, Niger State, which claimed 77 lives and injured 25 others, as a devastating tragedy. In a statement, Abiodun expressed condolences to Governor Mohammed Umar Bago, his cabinet, and the people of Niger State, urging them to remain resilient despite the tragic loss. He prayed for the victims’ souls to rest in peace and for the speedy recovery of the injured. Abiodun emphasized the need for stricter traffic rule enforcement to prevent similar avoidable tragedies and warned against scooping fuel from fallen tankers. He also called on federal and state agencies to intensify efforts in managing the aftermath and urged the Federal Government to support Niger State during this challenging time.

 ROAD ACCIDENT: LASTMA RESCUES 1,075 IN 12 MONTHS  … Addresses 2,051 Accident Cases Involving 3,754 Vehicles  The Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) has revealed that it rescued 1,075 individuals from the brink of road traffic catastrophes in 2024. A release signed by the General Manager of LASTMA, Mr. Olalekan Bakare-Oki, said the achievement underscores the Agency’s pivotal role in curbing fatalities and mitigating the grievous repercussions of road mishaps epitomizing its unwavering dedication to preserving lives, optimising traffic flow, and executing timely interventions throughout Lagos State. According to him, the Agency responded to 2,051 road traffic incidents involving 3,754 vehicles. The incidents were subdivided into 143 fatal accidents, 502 severe accidents and 1,406 minor accidents. He said: “Similarly, LASTMA skillfully resolved 5,108 cases of vehicular breakdowns, underscoring its operational dexterity and technical acumen. The breakdown cas...

 Press Release FG Directs Evacuation of Victims of Suleja Tanker Explosion to Tertiary Medical Centres The Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, has announced that the Federal Government has directed the immediate transfer of victims of the recent tanker explosion from Suleja General Hospital to tertiary health facilities to ensure they receive prompt and enhanced medical care. Idris stated this in Suleja, Niger State on Sunday when he led a high powered Federal Government delegation including the Minister of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Alleviation, Dr Nentawe Yilwatda and some heads of agencies, to carry out an on-the-spot assessment of the situation and equally condole with the government and people of Niger State over the recent tanker explosion along Dikko Junction in Suleja. “President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is deeply saddened by what has happened. He asked us to come here to see the situation. We have just gone around the wards, and we have seen th...

 'Bullets Didn't Penetrate': Yomi Adetula Murdered In Ogun Church By Assassins  Yomi Adetula, Key Witness for FIJ in IBD Dende’s Libel Lawsuit, Murdered by ‘Assassins’ Yomi Adetula, the Director, Anti-Arms Smuggling of the Social Orientation and Safety (So-Safe) Corps in Ogun State, has been murdered by suspected assassins in Idi-Iroko, Ipokia Local Government Area of the state. According to multiple residents of Idi-Iroko, Adetula was in his church, located off Old Baggage Road, Idi-Iroko, when gunmen who were also bearing other dangerous weapons invaded his church minutes after 10am on Sunday, attacking him. “They first shot him but the bullets did not penetrate him,” one resident told FIJ. “They then proceeded to inflict fatal wounds on him with their other weapons, which include hammer and machete. From the way they operated, it’s clear they were hired assassins.” FIJ saw gory photos of Adetula’s corpse, his face disfigured, his trunk blood-stained, ostensibly from guns...

 Wike tsunami: VIPs rush to save Abuja property The Federal Capital Territory has become a battleground for real estate developers and high-profile landowners after the FCT Minister, Nyesom Wike, revoked land allocations in the Maitama II area of Abuja, affecting 568 prominent individuals. Amid the controversy, developers are scrambling to either pay up or protect their investments. On January 15, 2025, the deadline to settle outstanding Certificate of Ownership fees for plots in Maitama II passed, and those who failed to comply had their land rights revoked under the Land Use Act of 1978. Affected figures include the Imo State Governor, Hope Uzodimma; Bayelsa State Governor, Douye Diri; Senate Leader, Opeyemi Bamidele, and Abike Dabiri-Erewa. Also affected are the Speaker of the House of Representatives, Tajudeen Abbas; a former Cross River State Governor, Ben Ayade; the Senate Minority Leader, Mr Abba Moro; and the National Secretary of the Peoples Democratic Party, Mr Samuel Any...

 Why I performed at Onikijipa’s daughter’s wedding same day I lost my mother — K1 De Ultimate Fuji maestro, King Wasiu Ayinde, popularly known as K1 De Ultimate, has explained the reasons for his performance at the wedding ceremony of the daughter of renowned Nigerian Sheikh, Faruq Onikijipa, on the same day he lost his mother. Alhaja Halimot Shadiya Anifowoshe, who die*d at the age of 105 on Saturday. Shortly after bury*ing his late mother in Ijebu, Ogun State, earlier in the day, the Fuji star made his way to the wedding, which took place at Balmoral, Federal Palace, Victoria Island, Lagos State. Reflecting on his lo*ss while performing at the wedding ceremony, K1 revealed the profound impact of his mother’s dea*th on him. However, he emphasised that the special bond he shares with Sheikh Onikijipa made him attend and perform at the wedding against all odds. According to him, his friendship with Onikijipa dates back in time, stressing that they have been friends since their youth...

 Adamawa: Binani dismisses rumour of defection, says she remains in APC The 2023 Adamawa State governorship candidate of the All Progressives Congress, APC, Aishatu Ahmed, Binani, has dismissed recent rumours that she left the party. Binani who contested in the 2023 governorship election while representing Adamawa Central Zone in the Senate, reaffirmed her loyalty to the APC. At an event held in Yola, on Sunday, by one of her support groups, Binani debunked rumors suggesting she and her supporters had defected from the APC. Speaking through her representative, Mijinyawa Kugama, during the inauguration of executives for the support group named Gladiators for Binani Only, Binani said, “We have not left the party. We are founding members of the APC, and no force, not even Jupiter, can compel us to abandon it.” Binani expressed gratitude to her supporters for their commitment during the 2023 elections that helped her to do well against incumbent Governor Ahmadu Fintiri to whom she lost...

 Abia Assembly speaker defects to APC, dumps PDP  Former speaker of the Abia State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Bishop Kennedy Azubuike Njoku has officially defected from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Abia State.   Rt. Hon. Njoku, who previously represented Osisioma Ngwa North State Constituency in the 7th Assembly, resigned his position as Speaker after the PDP reached a compromise to allow Rt. Hon. Chinedum Orji, the son of Abia’s former governor, to assume the role.  Addressing supporters at his country home in Mbutu Nta village, Osisioma Local Government Area, Njoku explained that his decision to leave the PDP was made after extensive consultations with constituents and stakeholders across the state.   “I am grateful to the PDP for the opportunities they provided me and wish them well in their future endeavours,” Njoku said.  He, however, called on his supporters to join him in the APC, emphasizing...

 Gani Fawehinmi’s daughter blasts Farotimi for allegedly defaming Afe Babalola Bashirat Fawehinmi-Biobaku, first daughter of the late social critic and rights activist, Chief Gani Fawehinmi, has taken a swipe at human rights activist, Dele Farotimi over what she described as ‘baseless accusations’ against the founder of Afe Babalola University, Ado-Ekiti (ABUAD), Aare Afe Babalola. She stated this at the 21st anniversary of Chief Gani Fawehinmi annual lecture held at Lagos Airport Hotel, Ikeja, Lagos State. Recalled that Dele Farotimi accused the legal luminary in his book titled ‘Nigeria and Its Criminal Justice System’, of using his influence to corrupt the Supreme Court of Nigeria. Fawehinmi-Biobaku noted that his allegations did not only defame the elder statesman but also the sanctity of the Supreme Court and the integrity of the judiciary. She urged Nigerians who are advocates of justice, to resist the temptation to allow false narratives to overshadow the monumental contribu...

 APC wins 16 of 18 Local Govt Chairmanship seats in Ondo The ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) has won 16 out of the 18 chairmanship seats in the local government elections in Ondo State. The Chairman of the Ondo State Independent Electoral Commission (ODIEC), Joseph Aeemo, declared this at the headquarters of the commission in Akure on Sunday. He noted that while the rescheduled election is being held in Ondo West LGA, results are being expected from Owo LGA. Only twelve political parties contested for the chairmanship and councillorship offices in the elections held on Saturday. Ahead of the poll, the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) announced its decision to withdraw from the election, saying it does not believe in the Ondo State Independent Electoral Commission to conduct a credible election. The names of the 12 political parties contesting in the election include: Action Alliance, Action Democratic Party, Action People’s Party, All Progressives Congress, All Progressives G...

 EFCC  Condemns False Narratives on  Loss  of  Officer The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, expresses grief on the loss of one of its officers, Assistant Superintendent  of the EFCC,  ASE11 Aminu Sahabi Harisu who was killed in cold blood while on a legitimate duty on January 17, 2025 by a suspected internet fraudster, Joshua Chukwubueze Ikechukwu.  Additionally, the Commission views with great concern the irresponsible, callous,  inhuman and outrageous narratives being circulated on social media on the whys and wherefores of the fatal accident. It is heinous to reduce the death of a gallant officer who was carrying out patriotic and official duties to social media razzmatazz.   More worrisome is the fact that some faceless commentators are pitching their tents with an alleged criminal who unleashed terror on officers of the EFCC in their line of duty. There is no justification whatsoever to rationalise a murderous ac...

 An out of control parent caught on video punching a principal and knocking her from her chair, resulting in a hospital visit. The shocking event occurred at the Iberville Elementary School in Plaquemine, Louisiana. In the now released video footage, you see the principal (seated in a chair), try to stop three children from walking onto the court while a game was being played. This act enraged Alessia Parker who is then seen quickly approaching the principal before punching her in the face hard enough to send her sprawling to the ground. The video shows the principal stand back up and use a tissue to wipe blood from her face. She suffered a busted lip. Fortunately, a Plaquemine police officer was in attendance and witnessed the entire episode. However Parker and another individual identified as Jemecia Godchaux were able to flee the scene before arrest. Jemecia's involvement included egging Parker on and engaging in abusive language to the principal and other parents in attendance....

 Delta North Senator, Ned Nwoko (PDP) defects to APC Ned Nwoko, the Senator representing Delta North senatorial district is set to defect to the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC). He was elected to the Senate on the platform of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in the 2023 general election. Mr Nwoko exclusively confirmed his decision to Premium Times through a response to an enquiry by our reporter to him about the matter. If he defects, the APC will have all three senators in the state in its fold as the senators representing Delta Central and Delta South senatorial districts won their seats on the platform of APC in the 2023 elections. Mr Nwoko’s relationship with Governor Sheriff Oborevwori and the governor’s godfather/predecessor, Ifeanyi Okowa has not been cordial of late. This has to do with alleged marginalisation of Mr Nwoko and his constituency by the governor who prefers, instead to focus attention on the interests of his godfather, Mr Okowa. Both former Governor Ok...

 NC’s MrBeast says he wants to buy TikTok after meeting with a ‘bunch of billionaires’ Jimmy Donaldson has compiled quite the resume since he began making videos as a teenager in his Greenville, North Carolina, bedroom. The world’s most popularYouTube channel. A successful snack line. A new Amazon reality competition that (despite mixed critical reviews) has been watched more than 50 million times in the past month.  A content empire built on his nickname and brand, MrBeast.  Could owning TikTok be next? On Monday, the 26-year-old Donaldson wrote on X, “Okay fine, I’ll buy Tik Tok so it doesn’t get banned.” It received 37 million views. The following day, he added “Unironically I’ve had so many billionaires reach out to me since I tweeted this, let’s see if we can pull this off.” Then on Wednesday, MrBeast upped his effort to purchase the imperiled short-form video platform. “We just got out of a meeting with a bunch of billionaires,” he began. “TikTok, we mean business. ...

  Anambra Assembly Speaker Udeze Felicitates With Chief Anyaoku On His 92nd Birthday By Chizoba Okeke  The Speaker, Anambra State House of Assembly, Right Honourable Somtochukwu Udeze has described former Secretary-General of the Commonwealth, Chief Emeka Anyaoku as a revered diplomat whose service at the Commonwealth fetched Nigeria high regard and recognition among other African countries. Felicitating Chief Anyaoku on his 92nd birthday, Udeze noted that Chief Anyaoku discharged his duties at the Commonwealth of Nations creditably and was recognized by various organs of the International Community. The Speaker extolled the advisory roles being played by Chief Anyaoku in Nigeria and Anambra State in particular where he has continued to use his wealth of experience to advance good governance. He noted that Chief Anyaoku's contributions to the growth and development of the Church of God and his community, Obosi are legendary, adding that even his foreign assignments and engagem...

Ex Minister of Petroleum, Diezani distances self from ownership of repatriated $52.8m loot. A former Minister of Petroleum Resources, Diezani Alison-Madueke has distanced herself from the ownership of $52.5m recently repatriated to Nigeria from the United States of America, USA. The former Minister who has been in the United Kingdom, UK, since she left the shores of Nigeria claimed that the money linked to her in the media as a loot actually belonged to a Nigeria’s oil magnate, Kola Aluko. Breaking her silence in the matter through her counsel, Prof Mike Ozekhome SAN, Mrs Alison Madueke insisted that there was nothing like “Diezani Loot”, since she had no hand whatsoever in the issues surrounding the forfeiture of the money by the owner. Stating her position, the former minister said the $52.5m came from a vessel seized by the American government from Kola Aluko and which was later sold and proceeds returned to the federal government of Nigeria. Her denial of ownership of the money was...

 SANWO-OLU REAPPOINTS SHITTU AS EXECUTIVE CHAIRMAN OF LASUBEB In a demonstration of his continued commitment to excellence in education, Governor Babajide Olushola Sanwo-Olu has reappointed Dr. Hakeem Babatunde Shittu as the Executive Chairman of the Lagos State Universal Basic Education Board (LASUBEB)  to sustain the ongoing reforms in Lagos State’s Basic Education Sector. Dr. Shittu, a visionary leader, has been instrumental in driving transformative policies and initiatives that have elevated the standard of Basic Education across Lagos State.  Under his stewardship, LASUBEB has achieved significant milestones, including improved infrastructure, teachers' training, and innovative learning programmes designed to enhance the teaching and learning outcomes of every child in the State-owned primary schools. Speaking on his reappointment, Dr. Shittu expressed gratitude for the opportunity to continue to serve the state. He reaffirmed his commitment to prioritising initiati...

 EDUCATION COMMISSIONER CHARGES EVALUATORS TO MONITOR SCHOOLS CLOSELY The Commissioner for Basic and Secondary Education in Lagos State, Mr. Jamiu Tolani Alli-Balogun, has directed evaluators from the Office of Education Quality Assurance (OEQA) to closely monitor schools below the tertiary level in the state. The Coordinating Director, Office of Education Quality Assurance (OEQA), Mr. Remi Abdul relayed this directive at a recent management meeting of OEQA held recently at Alausa, Ikeja.   He emphasised the importance of fearless monitoring and evaluation of schools across the State, stating that evaluators must ensure that teachers and students are punctual and regular while also conveying government directives to schools. Abdul expressed concern that "Despite significant government investment in education, desired results have not been achieved. The narrative has to change; we have to do a lot to change and improve the situation on our part, particularly the performanc...

 Morocco, co-hosting the 2030 FIFA World Cup with Spain and Portugal, has sparked international criticism for its plans to cull up to three million stray dogs.  The move, reportedly aimed at improving the country’s image for tourists, has led to outrage among animal rights organisations and activists, who condemn the brutal methods being used to manage the stray population. Reports suggest that Moroccan authorities are employing inhumane tactics such as poisoning dogs with toxic chemicals, shooting them in public areas, and even beating them to death. The International Animal Welfare and Protection Coalition has expressed serious concerns about the mass killings, while renowned animal rights advocate Jane Goodall has called on FIFA to suspend Morocco’s hosting duties if the culling continues. Goodall, along with other activists, is urging for immediate action to stop the violence. Despite laws in Morocco that ban the culling of street dogs, authorities allegedly continue these...

 Again, unidentified lady murdered, dumped near Nasarawa polytechnic Police Another young lady, yet to be identified, was found lifeless and dumped in Ombi 1 community near Mustapha Agwei II State Polytechnic, Lafia. This incident occurs a week after an acclaimed gospel singer killed and dismembered his girlfriend, Salome Adaidu, in the state. How I’ve lived with HIV for 20 years; in Mushin, we don’t give up - Bisi Alimi0:00 / 0:00 Ombi 1 community, where the lifeless body of the young lady was discovered, has been thrown into panic. The area, dominated by hoodlums disguising themselves as students of the State Polytechnic located in Ombi 1, has turned into a hideout. Numerous clubs and drinking joints in the area, coupled with various social activities, have led to the untimely deaths of many young people. Despite ongoing patrols by security operatives, the hoodlums continue to perpetuate atrocities against innocent residents. Investigations revealed that the lady was brutally mur...

 ‘Japa’: Don’t run away from your responsibilities, Jonathan tells Nigerians Former President Goodluck Jonathan has asked Nigerians to keep hope alive in the face of daunting challenges in the country, expressing optimism that they are surmountable. He spoke at the weekend in Karu Local Government Area of Nasarawa State, during  the commissioning of the Soybean Plant and Refinery of the CSS Group, and birthday celebration of  Prof. John Kennedy Opara, former Executive Secretary of the Nigerian Christian Pilgrims Commission (NCPC). The event was attended by former President of Sierra-Leon, Ernest Bai Koroma; Bayelsa State governor, Duoye Diri; former governor of Cross River State, Prof. Ben Ayade; former Chief Justice of Nigeria (CJN), Justice Walter Onnoghen and Nasarawa State governor, Abdullahi Sule, who was represented by his deputy, among many others. Jonathan said the countries Nigerians have been running to, were built by people, hence the need to stop the “Japa” tr...

 Ondo Police Arrest Notorious Child Trafficking Syndicate with 14 Stolen Children The Ondo State Police Command has apprehended a syndicate whose specialty is in child stealing and trafficking. A case of a missing child was reported at Okuta Elerin-Nla Division in Akure. A complainant reported that a man, Samuel Adejobi (real name: Lukman Isiaka, m age , 42 years), and a woman, Ewatomi (real name: Abosede Olanipekun), came to her shop pretending to be siblings to eat, while playing with the complainant’s child, Abosede deceived her by claiming she wanted to buy biscuits for the baby. Meanwhile, Lukman distracted the complainant by engaging her in a personal conversation and requested she followed her to Olukayode plaza in the market to get a mobile phone, on getting to the market area, he abandoned her and left, on getting back to the shop, the complainant discovered that her child was missing with no trace of Abosede the supposed sister of the man she followed to the market, thus ...

 Kenya sends more police officers to fight gangs in Haiti Kenya has sent more than 200 police officers to Haiti, providing backup to an understaffed security mission in the Caribbean country, where rampant gang violence has displaced more than a million people. Some 10 countries have together pledged over 3,100 troops for Haiti as part of a UN-backed anti-gang force, but few have so far deployed. Kenya's Interior Minister Kipchumba Murkomen said that the new group comprised 217 police from Kenya, who would join about 400 officers sent last year, TRT Afrika reported. "Our commitment to this historic mission is unwavering and we will continue to mobilise all the necessary international support for it to succeed," he said in a social media post. Working conditions The gangs have terrorised Haiti for years in their attempts to take control of the country, leading to thousands of deaths and mass displacements. Kenya has led the effort to staff the Multinational Security Suppor...

 Chagos deal will secure US military base: Mauritius A prospective deal on returning the Chagos islands to Mauritius will ensure the United States maintains its strategic military base on the Indian Ocean archipelago, Mauritius's prime minister said on Sunday, AFP reported. "There is a disinformation campaign in the United States claiming that we are close to China, that we are going to let them open bases, which is completely untrue," Prime Minister Navin Ramgoolam told the Le Mauricien newspaper. "Mauritius is close to India, not China. Donald Trump must understand that by supporting this deal he is securing the base at Diego Garcia," he said, ahead of the US businessman's inauguration as president on Monday. Britain and its former colony reached a deal in October to hand back Chagos, which it had kept control of after Mauritius gained independence in the 1960s, on the condition that a UK-US military base would remain on the largest island, Diego Garcia. B...

 How I won $1m global prize – Maths teacher, Adewale Ogun State Mathematics school teacher, Kayode Adewale, who was among the top 50 finalists of the Global Teacher Prize of $1m, narrates to BANKOLE TAIWO, his journey to achieving the outstanding feat, among other issues Who is Kayode Adewale? Kayode Adewale is a Mathematics and Information and Science Technology teacher at Imaka/Imagbon Comprehensive High School, Imagbon Ijebu in Odogbolu Local Government of Ogun State. I am also a science educator who has formed a Space Exploration Club for my secondary school. I have also inspired science teachers in all our 517 secondary schools in the state to establish the Space Exploration Club, a programme that I powered in partnership with Limitless Space Institute based in Houston, Texas.  How was growing up? I was born in Ago Iwoye in Ijebu North Local Government Area of Ogun State on June 8, 1984. I had my primary education at Methodist Primary School, Imososi, Ago-Iwoye, and my se...