Author: Akintayo Adams

In what could be argued as the most grueling track race of the Olympic Games, the 10,000m, it was an incredible showdown in the men’s final as the reigning Olympic champion, world champion, and current world record holder all competed at the Stade de France for the coveted Olympic gold medal. Uganda’s world record holder, Joshua Cheptegei, emerged victorious in the fastest 10,000m race in Olympic history, finishing in 26:43.14. With an unprecedentedly quick pool of runners, the first 13 finishers all came in under the previous Olympic record, which had stood since 2008. “I can’t describe the feeling. I’ve…

Strong indications suggest that the United States will deploy additional warships and fighter jets in the Middle East to bolster Israel’s defense against potential attacks by Iran and its allies, according to the Pentagon. Tensions in the region have heightened following the assassination of Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh in Iran and a key Hezbollah commander in Lebanon. Missile defense forces are on heightened alert, and the Pentagon reiterated its “ironclad” commitment to defending Israel. Iran’s leader, Ayatollah Khamenei, has promised “harsh punishment” against Israel for Haniyeh’s assassination, which occurred in Tehran last Wednesday. Iran and its ally in Gaza have…

Contrary to the requests of the ongoing #EndBadGovernance demonstrators, President Bola Tinubu has dismissed the possibility of reinstating the fuel subsidy. In a nationwide address on Sunday morning, the President acknowledged the hardship caused by the subsidy removal but stressed its necessity. He explained that the subsidy had become a stranglehold on the economic lifeline of our nation, obstructing economic growth and progress. “My vision for our country is one of a just and prosperous nation where each person may enjoy the peace, freedom, and meaningful livelihood that only democratic good governance can provide – one that is open, transparent…

President Bola Tinubu has asked protesters not to allow enemies of democracy use them to topple a Civilian Government. In his nationwide broadcast on Sunday, Tinubu said democracy has been enjoyed in Nigeria for 25 years, highlighting its dividends. On Saturday, photos and videos of protesters in Kano waving the Russian flag went viral as the demonstrators chanted in Hausa, “We don’t want bad government.” Hundreds of mostly underaged youths urged President Vladimir Putin of Russia to intervene in Nigeria. “We are raising the Russian flag because we believe Tinubu is playing his imperial masters’ scripts—the World Bank, the International…

Earlier on Sunday, August 4 2024, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu addressed Nigerians amid the ongoing #EndBadGovernance protest that started on August 1. He delivered a message of concern, responsibility, and a call for unity. Here is the FULL STATEMENT by The President. BROADCAST BY HIS EXCELLENCY BOLA AHMED TINUBU, PRESIDENT AND COMMANDER-IN-CHIEF OF THE ARMED FORCES OF THE FEDERAL REPUBLIC OF NIGERIA ON THE NATIONWIDE PROTEST DATE: SUNDAY 4TH AUGUST 2024 My fellow Nigerians , Get instant and latest news updates via Our WhatsApp Community or Google News online channel.

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has asked Nigerians protesting against his administration to immediately suspend the protest and resort to dialogue. In a nationwide broadcast on Sunday, the President said he was pained by the lost of lives and properties in the ongoing protest and asked those involved to ceasefire. He said, “As President of this country, I must ensure public order. In line with my constitutional oath to protect the lives and property of every citizen, our government will not stand idly by and allow a few with a clear political agenda to tear this nation apart. “Under the circumstances,…

Bangladesh has banned the use of Instagram, TikTok, WhatsApp, YouTube and other social media networks by its citizens. This was made known by Global Eyes News official X account on Friday. The implication is that from Friday, access has been restricted to these widely-used social media apps throughout the country. This is sequel to a previous shutdown of Meta from July 17 to July 31 which was implemented in response to unrest related to quota reform protests. Earlier, Turkey announced a ban on Instagram. Get instant and latest news updates via Our WhatsApp Community or Google News online channel.

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu will address the nation in a broadcast on Sunday, August 4, 2024. The nationwide broadcast is scheduled to start at 7:00 am. Chief Ajuri Ngelale, Special Adviser to the President on Media and Publicity, announced this in a statement, on Saturday. “Television, radio, and other electronic media outlets are enjoined to plug into the network services of the Nigerian Television Authority (NTA) and the Federal Radio Corporation of Nigeria (FRCN) for the broadcast. “The broadcast will be repeated on the network services of the NTA and the FRCN at 3:00 pm and 7:00 pm on the same…

The Minister of Budget and Economic Planning, Atiku Bagudu, announced that President Bola Tinubu is closely monitoring the #EndBadGovernance protests occurring nationwide. Bagudu made this statement on Saturday during Channels Television’s special program, “The August Protest — #EndBadGovernance.” “Mr President has been monitoring the situation, as he ought to. Very responsibly,” he said. “I am a minister. I also have responsibilities. I have also been monitoring this thing. I have been noting this thing so that I can make inputs.” “We have been monitoring and listening carefully to hear what is being said and what noting them,” Bagudu said on…

Kanyinsola Ajayi and Favour Ashe claimed a place in the men’s 100m semi-finals at the ongoing 2024 Olympic Games on Saturday. Both made their Olympic debuts with notable performances. Ajayi won Heat 5 in 10.02s, defeating Olympic champion Lamont Marcell Jacobs, who finished second at 10.05s. Ghana’s Abdul-Rasheed Saminu placed third with a time of 10.06s. In Heat 4, Ashe finished fourth behind Jamaica’s Oblique Seville, Japan’s Abdul Hakim Sani Brown, and Thailand’s Thurpool Bonboon, but advanced to the semifinals by securing the last non-automatic spot. In swimming, Adaku Nwandu finished second in Heat 6 of the women’s 50m Freestyle…