Kayode Olorundare

Kayode Olorundare

The US has agreed that its allies help Ukraine with advanced fighter jets, including F-16s.

Peter Obi, the presidential nominee of the Labor Party The choice by US Secretary of State Anthony Brinken to phone President-elect Bola Tinubu a few days prior has drawn criticism in the presidential election on February 25.

 

On Tuesday, May 16, Blinken gave Tinubu a call and assured the Nigerian government of our continued support. In a series of tweets shared this morning, Obi said democracy's most basic tenet and core value is the rule of law, and Nigeria's democracy is dear to the hearts of the American people based on these principles.

He said the outcome of the Presidential election was being contested In court and that Americans should wait for a full Resolution Of The Ongoing litigation before the United States tacitly recognizes The legitimacy Of the election results.

The US national team verified on Tuesday that Balogun had informed them of his intention to play internationally.

Balogun, a striker who many believe has the potential to be a superstar, was qualified to represent both Nigeria and the United Kingdom. Folarin Balogun has been persuaded by the United States to abandon England and represent his nation.

At the age of seven, he enrolled in Arsenal's academy in 2008. He went on to represent England at the under-17, under-18, under-20, and under-21 levels. Throughout his 13 U-21 team appearances, he netted seven goals. On loan to Reims FC in Ligue One, the 21-year-old has scored 15 goals this season and is predicted to develop into a premier player.

Wednesday, 17 May 2023 21:47

TINUBU REASSURES BLINKENS

Once he takes office on May 29, the former governor of Lagos State has vowed to go right to work and unite the nation. 

In addition, he pledged to maintain good ties with the US. During a phone call with US Secretary of State Antony Blinken on Tuesday night, the president-elect provided the guarantees. Delivering institutional changes and development initiatives to strengthen democratic institutions and assist the impoverished Nigerians will be among Tinubu's top goals, he stated. According to a statement released by a spokeswoman, Buhari reaffirmed his commitment to upholding Nigeria's democracy and honorably serving the people in his capacity as president. 

Wednesday, 17 May 2023 21:45

ELON MUSK TO MAKE ROBOT WIVES

Elon Musk and his colleagues are reportedly nearing completion on their Robot Wife project.

It is anticipated that Robot Wives will go on sale in September 2023. They will arrive in November 2023 in Africa. The batteries that Robot Wife uses will run out after a menstrual cycle. Only three days will be needed to fully charge the batteries, which will last a month. To prevent tampering, sex with a robot wife will need a password, pattern, or fingerprint. The robot will cost around USD 3,144, depending on its specifications.

Wednesday, 17 May 2023 21:43

SEUN KUTI GRANTED CONDITIONAL BAIL.

The Afrobeat artist was detained and subsequently charged with attacking a police officer on Lagos' Third Mainland Bridge.

After being placed in police prison by a Yaba magistrate court, the singer was later given suspended release. For a maximum of 48 hours, the 40-year-old musician was placed under custody to enable the police to wrap up their investigation. Femi Kuti and his son Mide were reportedly present in court.

Wednesday, 17 May 2023 21:41

IGP CONDEMNS ATTACK ON US ENVOY CONVOY.

IGP Usman Alkali Baba, CFR, has denounced in its entirety the heinous attack on a convoy of the United States Consulate. And the wanton killing and burning beyond recognition of seven people, including local staff members of the US Embassy and Police Mobile Force Officers, as well as their vehicles, at Atani Osamale Rd, Ogbaru LG of Anambra State. Two more people are presumably abducted. The victims visited the area on Tuesday, May 16, to assess how prone it is to erosions as part of their humanitarian efforts.



According to the IGP, the attack was a blatant display of the assailants' callousness and a heinous deed against humanity, particularly against their relatives who were thought to benefit from assistance and consolation from the targeted diplomats. The deed is in fact

 

‘’The IGP has tasked the investigating team with making sure the attackers and their backers are held accountable as soon as possible and has ordered a swift, comprehensive inquiry into the attacks. In a similar vein, the IGP issues a warning to all non-state actors to stop their evil deeds.

 

Similarly, the Inspector-General of Police said that all efforts are being made to guarantee the rescue of those who have been abducted, even as she expressed her condolences to the US Consulate for the heinous murder and kidnapping of her local personnel and the families of the policemen who gave their lives for the cause. The Inspector General of Police (IGP) affirms that the Nigeria Police is dedicated to the safety and security of everyone, including international tourists and diplomats, even as they reaffirm the NPF's willingness to collaborate with any foreign presence in the nation to safeguard their people and assets.

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