Trump Withdraws Security Clearance for Senior Former Officials: Report

President Donald Trump has reportedly revoked the security details for former Secretary of State Mike Pompeo and former U.S. Assistant Secretary of State for International Organization Affairs Brian Hook. The two former Trump officials had received security details under the Biden-Harris administration due to threats from Iran. The New York Times first reported Trump’s move…

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Billionaire Bloomberg Pledges Support for UN Climate Organization Following US Exit

Billionaire Michael Bloomberg announced on Thursday, January 23, that his foundation will fund the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) following President Donald Trump’s second decision to withdraw the United States from the Paris Agreement. The move aims to ensure the climate body remains fully operational despite the U.S. halting its contributions.  …

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Wike: A Transactional Politician Whose Ambition Surpasses Loyalty and Collective Interest – Governor Mohammed

The Bauchi State Governor, Bala Abdulkadir, on Thursday blasted the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, over his recent conduct in the country’s political space. He declared that Wike’s legacy would be that of a political mercenary who squandered opportunities and betrayed his allies. The governor was reacting to a recent media…

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UBA to Present Knowledge Series Webinar on New Tax Regime for SMEs

Africa’s Global Bank, United Bank for Africa (UBA) Plc, is set to host a Knowledge Series webinar specifically dedicated towards informing and educating Small and Medium business owners on the 2024 withholding Tax Regulations recently implemented by the federal government.    This special webinar has the theme ‘2024 Withholding Tax Regulations, Specific Emphasis on How…

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Police Conduct Raid on Illegal Drug Locations in FCT, Arrest Eight Suspects, and Seize 100 Rounds of Live Ammunition Along with Other Evidence

Operatives of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command have arrested eight suspects during coordinated raids on illegal drug spots across the nation’s capital.    Spokesperson of the command, SP Josephine Adeh, who disclosed this in a statement on Thursday, January 23, 2025, said 100 rounds of live 7.62 x 39mm ammunition and a large…

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