President Joe Biden’s administration is urging Ukraine to quickly increase the size of its military by drafting more troops and revamping its mobilization laws to allow for the conscription of those as young as 18.A senior Biden administration official, who spoke on the condition of anonymity to discuss the private consultations, said Wednesday that the outgoing Democratic administration wants Ukraine to lower the mobilization age to 18 from the current age of 25 to expand the pool of fighting-age men available to help a badly outnumbered Ukraine in its nearly three-year-old war with Russia.The official said “the pure math” of Ukraine’s situation...
Osimhen Rescues a Point for Galatasaray; Promises Fans the UEFA Europa League Title
Victor Osimhen scored in Galatasaray’s draw over Dutch side AZ Alkmaar in the Europa League. Sven Mijnans gave the Dutch side an early lead before Osimhen equalised for Galatasaray.18-year-old Dutch talent Kees Smit was sent off after he received a 2nd yellow in stoppage time.Osimhen thought he had won it for Galatasaray in stoppage time after the ball found the back of the net, but it was ruled out for offside.After the match, Osimhen promised the Galatasaray fans: “I said I would score a goal against AZ Alkmaar, and I did. I promise you one more thing: I will bring...
Nigerian Stars Nominated For The 2024 Best FIFA Awards, Football Icons Messi and Ronaldo Take Center Stage.
FIFA released the list of the The 2024 Best FIFA Awards. A lot of Nigerians were nominated for this year’s prestigious awards. Super Eagles captain Williams Troost-Ekong, Ademola Lookman, Asisat Oshoala, and Paul Onuachu were all nominated. Argentina and Portuguese captains Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo were nominated, proving their impact and longevity on the pitch. Full Nominees The Best FIFA Men’s Player nominees:Dani Carvajal (Spain), Real MadridErling Haaland (Norway), Manchester CityFederico Valverde (Uruguay), Real MadridFlorian Wirtz (Germany), Bayer LeverkusenJude Bellingham (England), Real MadridKylian Mbappe (France), Paris Saint-Germain/Real MadridLamine Yamal (Spain), BarcelonaLionel Messi (Argentina), Inter MiamiRodri (Spain), Manchester CityToni Kroos...
Tottenham And Roma Share The Spoils At The Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.
Tottenham and Roma share the spoils in Game-week five of their UEFA Europa League encounter.The match was Claudio Ranieri’s first European game since he was appointed Roma’s manager two weeks ago. Roma was met with an early setback after they conceded a penalty. Tottenham’s captain, Son Heung-min, stepped up and sent the goalkeeper the wrong way.Roma equalized in the 20th minute when Ivorian international Evan Ndicka headed into Paulo Dybala’s free kick. Stephan El Shaarawy thought he had given Roma the lead four minutes later, but his goal was ruled out by VAR. Brennan Johnson restored Spurs’ lead in the...
SENATOR SANI WARNS NIGERIA AGAINST BECOMING A “POLITICAL STOOGE” IN AFRICA
Nigerian senator and human right activist Shehu sani in a post on Thursday applauded the move of president Bola Ahmed Tinubu in cultivating friendship with France but warned that Nigeria should not be made into a joke in Africa.”Sani’s post read: “Improving Trade, Business, Educational, Scientific and Cultural relations with France is welcome development.“But we must not be their political or neocolonial stooge in West Africa.”This is coming after the president alongside his wife, Oluremi visit to Paris on Wednesday for a landmark three-day State Visit aimed at deepening the relationship between Nigeria and France. The leaders engage in high-level talks...
Photo News: Macron, Tinubu , Elumelu And Others At The France-Nigeria Business Council Meeting
“During my state visit to France, I attended the France Nigeria Business Council meeting alongside President Macron Emmanuel.“It was a productive session focused on strengthening our business, trade, and economic ties while exploring new avenues for cooperation between our two nations. Established in 2021 by President Macron, the council plays a crucial role in bringing together major companies from Nigeria and France.“As the council continues to strengthen business ties, I expect significant economic benefits to emerge in the near future, paving the way for enhanced partnerships and sustained cooperation between Nigeria and France.” President Tinubu.
TINUBU REVEALS EXCITEMENT HEARING MACRON INTERNSHIP YEAR IN NIGERIA INSPIRES HIM STILL
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu in response to France Emmanuel Macron’s welcoming post in Pidgin English to his country saying it’s a thing of joy to recall his internship year in Nigeria at a younger age.“E still dey sweet me well well as I remember say I be young intern for French Embassy for Nigeria that time.” President Macron reminiscedTinubu had replied that it excited him to hear the memories Macron had in Nigeria still inspire the president to want to forge a stronger bond with the country while appreciating his warm gesture upon arrival.He went further to state reasons why...
PRESIDENT OF FRANCE WELCOMES NIGERIAN PRESIDENT IN PIDGIN
President Emmanuel Macron of France took to his X account on Thursday to welcome Nigerian president Bola Ahmed Tinubu to his country in Pidgin English.“Na big honor for France, dear President Bola Tinubu @officialABAT, to welcome you for dis State visit as one big partner and friend of today and tomorrow.“E still dey sweet me well well as I remember say I be young intern for French Embassy for Nigeria that time.”President Tinubu is presently in France on Bilateral trade meeting.
DENTIST ACCUSED OF KILLING WIFE BY POISONING HER SHAKES CHARGED WITH TRYING TO HAVE DETECTIVE KILLED
James Craig, a dentist accused of killing his wife by poisoning her protein shakes has been charged with trying to get a fellow jail inmate to kill a detective investigating the murder case.Prosecutors filed two new charges against Craig last week — solicitation to commit murder as well as solicitation to commit perjury.The charging document does not say who the dentist allegedly wanted to have killed but a spokesperson for Aurora police, Joe Moylan, confirmed late Wednesday that the alleged intended victim was an Aurora police detective.Online court records did not list a lawyer representing Craig as of Thursday. A judge allowed...