Klaus Schwab left his job running the World Economic Forum right away. He told everyone about this during a special meeting on Easter Sunday. The group shared this news on Monday but didn't explain why he decided to leave. Schwab simply said that after turning 88, he wanted to step down from his position immediately. The board picked Peter Brabeck-Letmathe to take over for him until they find someone permanent.
Schwab started the WEF in 1971. He created it as a place where important government leaders could meet with business executives. They come together at these meetings to discuss major problems happening around the world. The forum has become known for its yearly meetings, where powerful people discuss global issues. Schwab led...
The Nigerian Air Force just welcomed its first female graduates as Ex-Junior Air Women into service. They changed their rules to let girls from Air Force Girls Military School join as Non-Commissioned Officers, just like boys could before. The first group to benefit graduated in 2017 but finished their training in August 2023. These women went through tough selection tests at NAF Base Kaduna before officially becoming part of the military.
This change gives these women a direct path to serving their country through military careers. It also opens new doors for education and professional growth through NAF training programs. Many see this as more than just a job—it offers them purpose and empowerment. Air Marshal Hasan Bala Abubakar...
People started new protests in Jos on Monday because armed groups keep attacking local communities. Christian leaders joined the march, with Rev. Polycarp Lubo from CAN leading many worried citizens. Everyone gathered at Fawvwei Junction, blocking roads and making travel difficult for many drivers in the area.
These protesters want help after attacks killed more than 100 people in the Bokkos and Bassa areas recently. Gyang Dalyop told others they came out because they felt upset about all the violence happening in their neighborhoods. Hannatu Philip warned officials that things might become worse if nobody steps in to help stop these attacks soon. The crowd carried signs with messages as they walked toward the Government House in...
Nigeria's President Tinubu heads home today after spending time in France since April 2. The government says he used this trip to check on reforms for his upcoming two-year mark in office.
Many critics have spoken out about his absence during recent violence in Nigeria. Over 150 people died in attacks across Benue, Plateau, and other states when he was away. Former opponent Atiku Abubakar criticized Tinubu for being abroad during these troubles. Peter Obi, another political rival, asked the President to end his foreign stay immediately.
The President's team defends his actions, saying he kept in touch with officials the entire time and directed security forces to handle the threats throughout the country. His spokesperson, Bayo...
Nigerian lawyers want the ECOWAS Court to punish President Tinubu for declaring emergency rule in Rivers State. These legal experts also seek action against National Assembly leaders who approved this decision. ALDRAP members claim Tinubu broke regional laws when he suspended Governor Fubara. The president announced these measures during a March broadcast, citing political problems.
The lawyers gave Tinubu seven days to explain how the appointed administrator gained the power to name local officials. They filed their case against multiple defendants, including the Senate President. Their lawsuit aims to highlight legal issues with suspending democratic governance in a member state. ALDRAP believes these actions clearly violated Article...
Donald Trump shared his sadness about Pope Francis' dying. The pope passed away Monday at home in Rome, aged 88. Trump wrote a short message asking God to bless the pope. Former President Joe Biden also spoke about losing Pope Francis. Biden believes Francis was very important during our lifetime.
Biden said he improved after meeting the pope. He talked about how Francis helped poor people for many years. The pope reached out to different religious groups throughout his life. He asked people to work for peace across the world. Francis wanted everyone to protect the planet from climate problems.
Biden mentioned how the pope cared about people without power or a voice. Francis made all types feel welcome inside the Church community. He...
Ahmad Lawan asks people to put aside their differences during Easter. The former Senate President wants everyone to help build national unity. He believes Easter shows values like sacrifice, renewal, and hope that match how Nigerians stay strong despite problems. These qualities represent what makes Nigeria keep going through hard times.
Lawan thinks Nigerian diversity makes the country better when people work together. He wants citizens to overcome things that divide them across ethnic or religious lines. People should focus more on common goals instead of their disagreements. He encourages all Nigerians to support fairness, justice, and equal treatment for everyone. The nation needs prayers for leaders who guide the country toward...
CAF told everyone when teams will play in the 2025 Africa U-20 Cup of Nations. They shared where the matches happen for this youth tournament. Egypt hosts all games from April 27 until May 18 next year. The home team faces Zambia first at Cairo International Stadium as the opening match.
Nigeria won this tournament seven times before. They start against Tunisia on May 1 at the June 30 Stadium in Cairo. Their group also has Morocco with Kenya as opponents. Current champions Senegal play their first game against the Central African Republic on May 2 in Suez. Teams finishing first or second in each group move forward to the quarter-finals.
The best two third-placed teams also continue to the knockout rounds. All matches have set times...
Boko Haram terrorists started using TikTok to spread their ideas. Security expert Bulama Bukarti, who works at the Tony Blair Institute for Global Change, told Channels Television about this problem during a Sunday interview. The terrorists host live shows where they talk about their beliefs and answer viewers' questions during these broadcasts.
This news came after Senator Ali Ndume reported many deaths from Boko Haram attacks. He said around 100 soldiers died along with 280 civilians in just six months. The group has become more advanced with its operations. Bukarti mentioned seeing a video where a terrorist criticized him for speaking against their violence. The group uses drones to spy on military bases before attacking them.
The...
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