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University of Minnesota Offers Up to $60,000 in Scholarships for Nigerian Students, Others
University of Minnesota Announces Global Excellence Scholarship for International Students
The University of Minnesota is offering significant financial support to international students through its prestigious Global Excellence Scholarship (GES), providing up to $60,000 in funding to deserving students. The scholarship … Continue Reading
President Biden’s Son Pleads Guilty to Tax Charges, Faces Up to 17 Years in Prison
The charges against Biden include tax evasion, filing fraudulent tax returns, and failing to pay taxes, with the possibility of a fine of up to $1.3 million.
Hunter Biden, the son of President Joe Biden, has pleaded guilty to … Continue Reading
Macron Appoints Michel Barnier as France’s New Prime Minister Amid Political Turmoil
Michel Barnier Tapped to Lead Through Turbulent Times
In a move following months of political gridlock, French President Emmanuel Macron has appointed Michel Barnier as the new prime minister. Barnier, 73, is well known as the EU’s former chief Brexit … Continue Reading
Russia’s Putin backs Kamala Harris for US Presidential election
Putin’s Unexpected Endorsement: Russian President Backs Kamala Harris in US Presidential Election
In a surprise move, Russian President Vladimir Putin has expressed support for Democratic vice-presidential candidate Kamala Harris in the upcoming US presidential election. This unexpected endorsement comes despite … Continue Reading
Nigeria Now 3rd Largest Debtor in World Bank’s IDA Scheme
The World Bank noted that the top ten debtors now account for 63% of IDA’s total exposure.
Abuja – Nigeria has become the third-largest debtor to the International Development Association (IDA), the concessional arm of the World Bank, … Continue Reading
Deutsche Bank CEO Calls for Longer Work Hours to Revive German Economy
Sewing Urges Longer Workweeks as Germany Struggles With Economic and Political Instability
Frankfurt, Germany– Deutsche Bank CEO Christian Sewing has urged Germans to work harder and longer in a bid to revive the country’s struggling economy. Speaking at the … Continue Reading
Tragedy in Georgia: 4 Killed, 9 Injured in High School Shooting
Suspect in Custody After Georgia High School Shooting Leaves Four Dead, Nine Injured
Winder, Georgia—A devastating shooting at Apalachee High School, located about 45 miles northeast of Atlanta, claimed the lives of four individuals and left nine others … Continue Reading
Two Nigerian Nationals Sentenced to Prison in the U.S. for Wire Fraud
The U.S. Department of Justice (DoJ) announced the sentences in a statement on Wednesday.
Virginia, U.S. – Two Nigerian nationals, Franklin Ifeanyichukwu Okwonna and Ebuka Raphael Umeti, have been sentenced to prison in the United States for their roles in … Continue Reading
Kim Jong Un Orders Execution of 30 Officials After Deadly North Korea Floods
Kim Jong Un Executes Officials Amid Accusations of Negligence and Corruption Following Deadly Floods.
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has reportedly ordered the execution of 20 to 30 officials following the catastrophic flooding and landslides that struck the country … Continue Reading
Putin’s Hidden Heirs: Inside the Secret Lives of His Sons with Alina Kabaeva
Raised in Secrecy, Putin’s Sons Enjoy a Life of Privilege and Protection While Being Groomed for the Future
Vladimir Putin, the Russian President, reportedly has two secret sons with former Olympic gymnast Alina Kabaeva, according to Russian sources. The … Continue Reading