NCPC to transport Christian pilgrims to holy land in June – Adegbite
The n Secretary, Nigerian Christian Pilgrim Commission (NCPC), Bishop Stephen Adegbite, has revealed that the transporting of Christian pilgrims to the Holy land would […]
Israel
WHO warns of ‘bloodbath’ as Rafah offensive looms
The World Health Organisation (WHO) has warned of dire consequences if Israel goes ahead with an impending military operation in Rafah. The planned push […]
Blinken to Hamas: Accept Israel’s ‘extraordinarily generous’ Gaza truce proposal
U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken urged Hamas on Monday to swiftly accept Israel’s latest and “extraordinarily generous” proposal for a Gaza truce to […]
To Nigerian Universities, A Message from America’s Campuses By CHIDI AMUTA
On many fronts, America is showcasing the many burdens and benefits of democracy. Most Washington politicians are united in their support for Israel. But […]
G7 warns Israel, Iran against escalation, reaffirms Ukraine help
The Group of Seven (G7) has strongly condemned Iran for its attacks on Israel but also called on both parties to de-escalate amid reports […]
Iran’s president again warns Israel against counter-attack
Iran’s President Ebrahim Raisi, once again warned Israel against mounting a military counter-attack following Iran’s recent air assault on Israel. During a telephone call […]
U.S. not expecting to be drawn into war but predicts attack by Iran against Israel
The United States expects an attack by Iran against Israel but one that would not be big enough to draw Washington into war, a […]
British national among 7 aid workers killed in Gaza air strike
A British national was among the seven aid workers killed in an Israeli air strike in Gaza, the World Central Kitchen (WCK) charity has […]
Biden hopes for Gaza ceasefire deal ‘by next Monday’
U.S. President Joe Biden has expressed optimism about an imminent ceasefire between Israel and the Palestinian militant Hamas movement in the Gaza war. “My […]
52 States address ICJ hearing on Israel’s practices in Palestine
No fewer than 52 States and three International Organisations have provided comments and presentations on the legal consequences of Israel’s policies and practices in […]
Houthis order U.S., British nationals to leave Yemen
Yemen’s Houthi authorities have ordered the United States and British staff of the United Nations and Sanaa-based humanitarian organisations to leave the country within […]
Gaza war spreads to hospital as 25,000 civilians killed
Gaza war spreads to hospital as 25,000 civilians killed UN humanitarians have expressed deep concern for patients and others seeking treatment who had “no way […]
Gaza deaths toll hit 25,000 as Hamas defends attacks on Israel that sparked war
Palestinian militant group Hamas on Sunday defended its October 7 attacks against Israel but admitted to “faults” and called for an end to […]
No one will stop us,’ Netanyahu vows as Israel-Hamas war enters 100th day
The war between Israel and Hamas entered its 100th day on Sunday after Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu vowed “no one will stop us” […]
Envoy to UN: Hold Israel Accountable for its Crime
The Palestinian Ambassador to Nigeria, Abdullah Shawesh has called on the United Nations to focus on a bilateral recognition of the State of Palestine by […]
Israel faces ICJ after South Africa accuses it of genocide
Israel on Thursday faces accusations of genocide over the war in Gaza before the International Court of Justice (ICJ) in The Hague. The ICJ, […]
Blinken to visit UAE, Saudi, Israel, seeking to avert wider Middle East war
U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken will hold talks in the United Arab Emirates and Saudi Arabia on Monday before heading on to Israel […]
Gaza war: Israel sends Holocaust survivor, former Supreme Court judge to ICJ
Israel is sending a former judge of the country’s Supreme Court, Aharon Barak, to the hearing before the International Court of Justice (ICJ) on […]
ICJ hears South Africa’s genocide case against Israel on Gaza Jan. 11
Israel is to face accusation of genocide before an international court, with hearings based on a South African complaint scheduled for January 11 and […]
Over 22,000 killed in Gaza Strip – Hamas health authority
Hamas-controlled health authority said that the number of Gaza Strip residents killed in Israeli attacks had risen to 22,185. The authority, on Tuesday announced […]