Author: Akintayo Adams

Kenya’s Senate began debating the impeachment of Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua on Wednesday, following his failure to halt the proceedings in court. The Lower House voted to impeach him last week on charges of corruption and abuse of office, but Gachagua, who denies the allegations, remains in office pending the Senate’s decision, expected Thursday. Gachagua’s legal team argued the process was rushed and unfair, but two High Court rulings have cleared the way for the Senate debate to continue. President William Ruto has yet to comment publicly on the matter. Get instant and latest news updates via Our WhatsApp Community, X/Twitter or Google News online…

At least 90 people have been confirmed dead after a petrol tanker exploded in Majiya Town, Taura local government area of Jigawa State. The explosion occurred late on Tuesday after the tanker driver lost control near Khadija University. Many of the victims had gathered around the accident scene, despite police warnings to stay clear of such incidents. Additionally, 50 people are receiving treatment for injuries. A mass burial for the victims is scheduled, and the injured are being treated at Ringim General Hospital. Get instant and latest news updates via Our WhatsApp Community, X/Twitter or Google News online channel.

England is reportedly set to appoint Thomas Tuchel as the new manager of the men’s national football team. The former Chelsea and Bayern Munich coach is expected to replace Gareth Southgate, leading the squad into the 2026 World Cup. Tuchel, known for winning the Champions League with Chelsea and league titles in Germany and France, will become the third foreign coach to manage England, following Sven-Goran Eriksson and Fabio Capello. He was selected after candidates like Pep Guardiola were considered. Get instant and latest news updates via Our WhatsApp Community, X/Twitter or Google News online channel.

The UK’s inflation rate dropped to 1.7% in the year to September, the lowest in over three years, according to the Office for National Statistics (ONS). This decline, driven by lower airfares and petrol prices, exceeded economist expectations and fell below the Bank of England’s 2% target. The drop is seen as a positive sign for consumers and could prompt further interest rate cuts to boost economic growth. Benefits are also expected to rise by 1.7% in April 2025, providing relief to low-income households. Get instant and latest news updates via Our WhatsApp Community, X/Twitter or Google News online channel.

The naira significantly depreciated against the dollar, dropping to ₦1658.97 per dollar on Tuesday from ₦1552.92 on Monday, reflecting a loss of ₦106.05. At the black market, the naira remained stable at ₦1700 per dollar. This decline in the naira comes amid rising inflation, with the National Bureau of Statistics reporting a 32.70% inflation rate in September 2024. Despite interventions by the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), fluctuations persist in the FX market, though CBN Governor Yemi Cardoso emphasized Nigeria’s external reserves of $39.12 billion. Get instant and latest news updates via Our WhatsApp Community, X/Twitter or Google News online channel.

The Federal Government of Nigeria, through the Chairman of the Presidential Fiscal Policy and Tax Reforms Committee, Taiwo Oyedele, revealed that 90% of current taxpayers should be exempt. Speaking at the 30th Nigeria Economic Summit, Oyedele stressed that 97% of those in the informal sector shouldn’t pay taxes as they’re focused on survival. “People will pay tax once we decide that they have to pay. What we realise is that almost 90 per cent of people who are paying taxes are those who should not have been paying in the first place,” he said. “So that’s where we came up…

The Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN) has announced that about 90 percent of bulk power supply has been restored nationwide following a partial disturbance that caused a system collapse on Monday evening. Efforts to fully recover the grid began immediately, with Azura power station initiating the process. The TCN spokesperson, Ndidi Mbah, confirmed that power has been restored to major areas, including the Abuja axis, though some regions remain affected. Investigations into the cause will be conducted once full recovery is achieved. Get instant and latest news updates via Our WhatsApp Community, X/Twitter or Google News online channel.

The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has officially postponed the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifier between Libya and Nigeria. The match, originally scheduled for this evening in Libya, will not go ahead as planned. CAF’s brief statement did not specify the reason for the postponement but indicated that the issue will be referred to the appropriate bodies for further review and a final decision. This isn’t unconnected to news that the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has withdrawn the Super Eagles from their 2025 AFCON qualifier against Libya due to a 12-hour ordeal at Al Abraq Airport in Libya. The…

Campaigning has begun in Japan for the October 27 election, where newly appointed Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba seeks to secure a majority for the long-ruling Liberal Democratic Party (LDP). Key issues include rising prices, regional security, and LDP scandals. A recent poll shows the LDP leading at 26.4%, ahead of the opposition Constitutional Democratic Party’s 12.4%. Ishiba aims to boost Japan’s economy, support low-income households, and push for a new security policy in the region, but faces challenges over the party’s past controversies. Get instant and latest news updates via Our WhatsApp Community, X/Twitter or Google News online channel.

King Charles III is embarking on his first official tour of Australia as monarch, sparking renewed debate about whether the country should become a republic. The visit, from October 18 to 26, includes a Commonwealth summit in Samoa. Despite battling cancer and pausing treatment for the trip, Charles will focus on topics like climate change, medical research, and sustainability. Anti-monarchist sentiment is rising, with groups in Australia protesting his visit. Reparations for slavery are also expected to dominate discussions at the Commonwealth meeting. Get instant and latest news updates via Our WhatsApp Community, X/Twitter or Google News online channel.