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Concerns over the death of former President Muhammadu Buhari and the rumoured presidential bid of Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde in 2027 have been dismissed as unfounded by Senator Dayo Adeyeye, Chairman of the Board of Nigerian Ports Authority and former Minister of State for Works. Adeyeye, a former Publicity
Cabinet officials
Former President Goodluck Jonathan and former Vice President Atiku Abubakar have offered condolences to the family and the nation following the passing of former Minister of Agriculture, Chief Audu Ogbeh. Both former leaders described Ogbeh as a dedicated public servant, experienced politician, and respected elder statesman. Jonathan highlighted Ogbeh'
Ex-presidents
In a surprise move, Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Manet has formally nominated US President Donald J. Trump for the Nobel Peace Prize, citing his role in defusing tensions along the Cambodia-Thailand border. The nomination is a result of Trump's mediation efforts that led to an immediate and unconditional
Cabinet officials
At a recent press conference in Abuja, Dumebi Kachikwu, a former presidential candidate of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), made several explosive claims regarding the 2027 presidential election in Nigeria. According to Kachikwu, former President Goodluck Jonathan offered ex-Labour Party's presidential candidate, Peter Obi, a slot of Coordinating
Cabinet officials
A special counsel team will question former Defense Minister Kim Yong-hyun next week over his alleged role in the botched martial law episode. Kim is being held in custody and will be visited by the special prosecutor's team at a detention facility in eastern Seoul on Monday to
Political parties
As Malawi approaches its highly anticipated 2025 presidential election, economic recovery and job creation have emerged as central themes across all party manifestos and independent candidates' platforms. Each contender, from established parties like MCP, DPP, UTM, and UDF, to newer independent aspirants, has made bold declarations aimed at rejuvenating
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Allison Grigsby Sweatman, a clinical social worker and former president of the Young Democrats of Arkansas, has announced her candidacy for the Arkansas Senate in District 13. Sweatman is seeking the 2026 Democratic nomination to replace incumbent Sen. Jane English (R-North Little Rock), who is term-limited. Sweatman's campaign
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Jung Cheong-rae, the newly elected leader of the Democratic Party (DP), has taken a confrontational approach by calling for "thorough punishment and condemnation" of former President Yoon Suk Yeol and his allies. This stance has raised concerns about deepening partisan divides and undermining parliamentary democracy. Analysts warn that
Ex-presidents
India's strategic decision to continue importing oil from Russia, despite US warnings, has significant implications for the global energy market. With Russia being the world's second-largest crude oil producer and India relying on imports for around 85% of its oil needs, the dynamics of the market
Trump, Donald
Brazil is bracing for a trade war with the US after President Donald Trump imposed 50% tariffs on over 700 Brazilian products and sanctioned a top judge overseeing the trial of his right-wing ally, ex-president Jair Bolsonaro. The move has left President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva's government
Trump, Donald
Winsome Earle-Sears, the Republican nominee for Virginia governor, faces significant challenges in her bid to become the state's next governor. Despite her background as an immigrant, Marine, and Christian conservative, Earle-Sears trails in the polls behind Democratic nominee Abigail Spanberger. Republican critics, including conservative radio host John Fredericks,
Trump, Donald
Brazil's President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva is standing firm against President Trump's 50 percent tariffs, calling them an attack on his country's sovereignty. In an interview with The New York Times, Mr. Lula expressed frustration with Mr. Trump's attempts to meddle
