Author: Akintayo Adams

Haiti’s international airport closed on Monday after gangs fired at a commercial flight approaching Port-au-Prince, leading several airlines to suspend services. A Spirit Airlines flight from Florida was targeted, causing a flight attendant to be injured and the plane to divert to the Dominican Republic. The U.S. Embassy reported the shooting as part of gang efforts to block travel. Meanwhile, clashes between gangs and police erupted in Port-au-Prince, adding to the chaos. This upheaval occurred as Haiti swore in a new interim prime minister, Alix Didier Fils-Aimé, who pledged to restore order. The country has faced significant instability, with gangs…

Bitcoin’s price has recently surged to nearly $90,000, reaching an all-time high. This rally is driven by optimism around favorable regulatory changes and increased institutional interest. Analysts believe that Bitcoin could potentially hit $100,000 soon. The U.S. Federal Reserve’s recent rate cut has also played a role in boosting Bitcoin’s appeal as an alternative asset. Additionally, the approval of Bitcoin ETFs earlier this year has made it easier for institutional investors to access the cryptocurrency, further driving up demand. Get instant and latest news updates via Our WhatsApp Community, X/Twitter or Google News online channel.

The United States has announced a $25,000 reward for information leading to the arrest of Olalekan Abimbola Olawusi, a Nigerian residing in Rhode Island. He is facing trial for allegedly murdering his three-month-old son. Supervisory Deputy U.S. Marshal Don Freeman stated that Olawusi has been charged with first-degree murder and causing serious bodily injury to a child, and is now one of the 15 Most Wanted fugitives on the U.S. Marshals Service list. “A man wanted in Rhode Island on charges of murder, inflicting serious bodily injury to a child and unlawful flight to avoid prosecution has been added to…

Patients and their families are protesting the lack of water and electricity at the University College Hospital in Ibadan, Oyo State. They expressed frustration over the Ibadan Electricity Distribution Company (IBEDC) disconnecting the hospital’s power for 17 days, which has disrupted vital operations like test results and surgeries. In response, the hospital management explained that UCH falls under the “Band A” electricity tariff structure, requiring them to pay a substantial monthly fee. This high cost has made it difficult for the hospital to maintain a consistent power supply, the management said. Get instant and latest news updates via Our WhatsApp Community, X/Twitter or Google…

Manchester United have confirmed the departure of Ruud van Nistelrooy. The exit of the interim manager was released a statement on Monday, following the arrival of new head coach Ruben Amorim in the UK on Monday. Related || New Man Utd Manager jets to Manchester “Manchester United can confirm that Ruud van Nistelrooy has left the club. Ruud rejoined in the summer and has taken charge of the team for the past four matches as interim head coach,” it read. “Ruud is, and always will be, a Manchester United legend. “We are grateful for his contribution and the way in…

President Bola Tinubu has urged an end to Israeli aggression in Gaza, emphasizing that the conflict in Palestine has caused immense suffering for too long. Speaking at the extraordinary Arab-Islamic Summit in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, on Monday, Tinubu expressed deep concern over the humanitarian crisis in Gaza. The one-day summit, a follow-up to last year’s Riyadh summit, was attended by Heads of State and Government from the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) and the League of Arab States. Tinubu reiterated Nigeria’s call for an immediate ceasefire in Gaza and affirmed the country’s support for a two-state solution, allowing both Israelis…

The Independent Petroleum Marketers Association of Nigeria (IPMAN) has entered into an agreement with Dangote Refinery to source products directly. This announcement came from IPMAN’s National President, Abubakar Garima, during a press briefing in Abuja on Monday. The agreement was reached following a meeting of the Association’s National Working Committee. Garima highlighted that this partnership aims to ensure the continuous and affordable supply of petroleum products across Nigeria. The collaboration is expected to enhance efficiency, reduce costs, and support the growth of the nation’s petroleum sector. “After meeting with Aliko Dangote and his management team in Lagos, we are pleased…

The Kremlin has denied reports that U.S. President-elect Donald Trump spoke with Russian President Vladimir Putin, urging him to avoid escalating the war in Ukraine. Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov called the reports “pure fiction,” stating that Putin has no plans to speak with Trump at the moment. Peskov criticized the quality of the information being published, highlighting that even reputable publications sometimes spread false information. When asked about potential future contacts between Putin and Trump, Peskov replied that there are no concrete plans yet. The Washington Post had reported that Trump held the call from his Mar-a-Lago estate in Florida,…

South African singer Tyla made a remarkable impression at the 30th MTV Europe Music Awards in Manchester, UK, on Sunday, winning three prestigious awards. She outperformed Nigerian stars Asake, Tems, Rema, Burna Boy, and Ayra Starr to claim the Best Afrobeats Artist title. Tyla also secured the Best African Act award, triumphing over Ayra Starr, Asake, DBN Gogo, TitoM & Yuppe, and Diamond Platnumz. Her third award for the night was Best R&B Artist, where she bested American superstars Kehlani, SZA, Tinashe, Usher, and Victoria Monét. She ended the night on a high note with an acoustic performance of her…

Former Sporting Lisbon boss Ruben Amorim, along with his five assistants Carlos Fernandes, Adelio Candido, Paulo Barreira, Emanuel Ferro, and Jorge Vital, departed from Beja on an 11am flight to Manchester on Monday morning. The group is expected to arrive in Manchester just before 2pm UK time. Amorim enjoyed a memorable farewell at Sporting on Sunday night, less than 12 hours before heading to his new role with Manchester United. Sporting secured a thrilling 4-2 comeback victory over Braga. The 39-year-old head coach is now focused on Manchester United, where he will engage in crucial discussions with interim manager Ruud…