Nigeria ‘Policewoman’ Recites National Anthem Wrongly

The Nigerian social media sphere has been buzzing with responses to a viral video featuring a singer dressed as a police officer incorrectly reciting the country's national anthem.

This unusual incident occurred during the Conference and Retreat for Senior Police Officers in Imo State, located in southeast Nigeria.

Just when you thought you'd seen it all, an unexpected occurrence captures everyone's attention. However, it raises the question of why any Nigerian would find it challenging to recite the national anthem.

The World Bank fears that the Middle East crisis might cause a double shock to commodity prices.

The World Bank warns that if the conflict between Israel and Hamas escalates, oil prices will skyrocket. According to a new assessment, the conflict's impact has been modest thus far, with oil prices climbing around 6% and other commodities, such as food and metals, barely moving. The Bank believes the world economy is much better prepared to deal with a significant increase in oil prices than it was in the 1970s, but warns that an escalation of the conflict, along with the disruptions caused by Russia's invasion of Ukraine, might result in a twofold shock. 

Larry Elder steps down for Donald Trump

Conservative talk radio host Larry Elder made an announcement on Thursday, revealing his decision to withdraw from the 2024 Republican presidential campaign. Instead, he pledged his support to former President Donald Trump. Elder, previously known for his 2021 gubernatorial recall bid against California Governor Gavin Newsom, stated that this choice was a result of careful consideration and discussions with his team. He emphasized Trump's role in advancing conservative America-first principles and policies, which he believed greatly benefited the nation. Elder underscored the importance of uniting behind Trump to challenge President Joe Biden and expressed hope that his campaign had highlighted critical issues like fatherlessness, crime reduction, and opposition to the notion of a racist United States.

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3 children among victims of intimate partner shooting in northern Ontario, police say

 

Five people, including three children, are dead after shootings at two homes in a northern Ontario city, police say.

Police in Sault Ste. Marie, located between Sudbury and Thunder Bay, said the shootings were considered an intimate partner incident and that the shooter was also dead.

The children were aged six, seven and 12 years old, police said.

In a landmark LGBTQ verdict, India's Supreme Court fails to legalize same-sex marriage.

The Supreme Court of India has rejected an application to legalize same-sex marriage. After hearing arguments in the case in April and May, a five-judge panel rules. The Supreme Court of India has denied a petition to repeal the legislation prohibiting same-sex marriages. The Supreme Court of India has rejected a petition to legalize same-sex marriages, a setback for LGBTQ rights in the world's most populous country. After hearing arguments in April and May, the Supreme Court issued its decision on Tuesday, with three of the five judges concluding that the issue should be addressed by parliament.

"In exercising the power of judicial review, the court must avoid matters, particularly those affecting policy, that fall within the legislative domain," Chief Justice Dhananjaya Yeshwant Chandrachud remarked.

Nigerian Military Bombarded Boko Haram

The Nigerian air force confirmed that it had conducted out bombardments in northwestern Zamfara State, but a spokesperson said he could not yet provide details on the number of people killed. For years, gangs in Northwestern and Central Nigerian states have raided communities, killing and abducting citizens for ransom in remote areas where governmental presence is weak.

Arsenal FC: Did you do?

Arsenal Football Club, commonly known as Arsenal FC, is one of the most iconic and successful football clubs in England. Founded in 1886 in Woolwich, South London, the club initially played as Dial Square before adopting the name Royal Arsenal. In 1913, they relocated to North London and became known as Arsenal. The club's history is closely tied to the legendary manager Herbert Chapman, who revolutionized English football in the 1930s. Under Chapman's guidance, Arsenal won their first league titles. The club's most successful period came in the early 2000s when Arsène Wenger was at the helm. Wenger's "Invincibles" team of the 2003-2004 season went unbeaten throughout the Premier League campaign, a remarkable achievement. Arsenal has won numerous league titles, FA Cups, and other domestic and international honors throughout its history, making it one of England's top football clubs and boasting a passionate fanbase known as the "Gooners." The club plays its home matches at the Emirates Stadium in North London.

Trump drops suit against former lawyer Michael Cohen

Former President Donald Trump made an unexpected move on Thursday when he suddenly withdrew a lawsuit against his former personal lawyer, Michael Cohen. This decision appeared to be prompted by a potential conflict between the legal action and Trump's campaign efforts to regain the White House. While Trump's spokesperson claimed that the litigation was merely being paused, it was suggested that the complexity of the situation had been exacerbated by the four criminal cases that Trump currently faces.

Nigeria Super Eagles

The Nigerian senior national team will play their next two games without their captain and vice captain, as both players are not on the team's roster. Nigeria will play Saudi Arabia in Portugal on October 13th, followed by a match against Mozambique four days later. The team's coach, Jose Peseiro, called up 24 players but left out the captain and vice captain, Ahmed Musa and William Troost-Ekong. In their absence, Peseiro has appointed Kenneth Omeruo and Moses Simon as captain and vice captain, respectively. Wilfred Ndidi will serve as the team's second vice captain.

Hunter Biden pleads not guilty to federal gun charges

Multiple sites reported that Hunter Biden pleaded not guilty in a federal court in Wilmington, Delaware on Tuesday to three counts connected to his alleged illegal possession of a firearm.

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