September 26, 2025

Trump Pushes RICO Charges On Protest Groups After Kirk Killing

Trump Pushes RICO Charges On Protesters After Kirk Killing

September 26, 2025 9:25 pm

Trump is calling for sweeping legal action against left-leaning protest groups, invoking a powerful federal statute once aimed at the mafia, following the killing of conservative activist Charlie Kirk.

US President Donald Trump said he is consulting with Attorney General Pam Bondi on using the Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations Act (RICO) to bring charges against groups he accuses of inciting violence. He has also singled out billionaire philanthropist George Soros, a major donor to Democratic causes, suggesting he should face investigation under the same law – despite providing no evidence of wrongdoing.

The RICO statute, enacted in 1970 to …

UK Envoy: Nigeria’s Bold Reforms Starts To Show Real Results

September 26, 2025 8:27 am

UK’s top diplomat in Abuja, has said that Nigeria’s sweeping economic reforms are beginning to pay off, attracting fresh waves of British investments and marking a turning point in the relationship between the two nations.

British High Commissioner Richard Montgomery said investor confidence is rising despite the pain caused by inflation and currency instability. Bilateral trade has climbed to a record £7.9 billion ($9.9 billion), making Nigeria one of the UK’s most important partners in Africa.

“Nigeria does not want a donor; it wants a partner,” Montgomery told Business Day in an interview. “That is precisely the role the UK …

Trump Names Ellison, Dell, Murdochs In TikTok Takeover Group

September 26, 2025 7:56 am

Trump has named Oracle co-founder Larry Ellison, Dell Technologies CEO Michael Dell, and media executives Rupert and Lachlan Murdoch as part of a group seeking to acquire TikTok’s US operations.

Speaking on Fox News’ Sunday Briefing, the President of the United States of America, Donald Trump said the well-known business figures would be involved in taking control of the video-sharing app’s algorithm — the key asset in the deal. “Larry Ellison is involved. Michael Dell is involved. Lachlan is involved, and Rupert Murdoch is probably going to be in the group,” Trump said.

The remarks mark a shift from the …

Alaba Likely To Leave Real Madrid At Contract End In 2026

September 26, 2025 7:46 am

David Alaba’s time at Real Madrid appears set to end in 2026, when his current contract runs out, according to multiple reports. While Alaba has publicly dismissed rumours of an early exit, many media outlets—especially in Spain—believe his departure at the end of the 2025-26 season is almost certain.

Alaba, now 33, joined Madrid in 2021 after a distinguished spell at Bayern Munich, where he won multiple league titles and Champions League trophies. At present, he remains under contract until June 2026, but changes in the club’s defensive ranks, fitness issues, and incoming younger defenders are pushing him further down …

Hansi Flick Reaches 50 Wins At Barcelona Faster Than Xavi

September 26, 2025 7:35 am

Barcelona has a rich tradition of measuring its coaches not just by trophies, but also by how quickly they establish dominance. One of the clearest benchmarks has always been the time it takes to secure 50 victories in charge of the Catalan giants. Looking back at the club’s last eight managers, the comparisons are fascinating and reveal both the evolution of styles and the relentless pressure that comes with leading Barça.

Johan Cruyff, the man who laid the foundations for modern Barcelona football, needed 82 matches to claim his first 50 wins. His revolutionary ideas took time to settle, but …

India To Build Powerful Nuclear Submarine Reactor Amid China Tensions

India To Build Nuclear Submarine Reactor Amid China Tensions

September 26, 2025 7:27 am

India is developing a powerful new nuclear reactor for its next-generation submarines, in a move widely seen as a response to China’s rapidly growing naval presence in the Indo-Pacific.

The Bhabha Atomic Research Centre (BARC) in Mumbai is leading the “top-secret” project, which aims to produce a 200-megawatt electric (MWE) pressurized light-water reactor fuelled by enriched uranium, according to reports in Indian media. The reactor will power the country’s planned S5-class ballistic missile submarines and six nuclear attack submarines under Project 77.

The design and computer simulation phases have been completed, clearing the way for production, according to Defence.in. The …

Kemi Badenoch Slams UK Decision To Recognize Palestinian State

Kemi Badenoch Slams UK Move To Recognize Palestinian State

September 26, 2025 6:48 am

Kemi Badenoch, the Conservative Party leader have sharply criticized Britain’s decision to recognize Palestine as an independent state, as she calls the move “absolutely disastrous” and warned it would have lasting repercussions.

Prime Minister Keir Starmer announced on Sunday that the United Kingdom had formally joined more than 150 countries in recognizing Palestinian statehood. In a statement shared on X, Starmer said the decision reflected Britain’s commitment to supporting a two-state solution to the decades-long Israeli-Palestinian conflict.

“I know the strength of feeling that this conflict provokes,” the prime minister said, framing the move as a step toward peace and …

Rihanna Welcomes A Baby Girl, Honors Irish Roots In Her Name

September 26, 2025 6:13 am

Rihanna, a Global music icon, has given birth to her third child, a daughter, and revealed that the baby’s name carries a nod to the singer’s Irish heritage.

The 37-year-old Barbadian star shared the news on X, posting a photo of herself holding the newborn with the caption: “Rocki Irish Mayers, Sept 13 2025.” The announcement immediately drew worldwide attention from fans and media outlets.

Rihanna, known for chart-topping hits such as Umbrella and Rude Boy, has often spoken about her diverse background. Her late father, Ronald Fenty, was of Barbadian and Irish descent, and Irish media have long connected …

Godfather Of Graft: Wike’s Empire Of Power And Secrecy

September 26, 2025 4:22 am

"Behind the iron façade of power lies a multimillion-dollar fraud empire stretching from Port Harcourt to Palm Springs."

By Prof. MarkAnthony Nze
Investigative Journalist | Public Intellectual | Global Governance Analyst | Health & Social Care Expert | International Business/Immigration Law Professional

Executive Summary

This twelve-part investigative series unmasks the empire of graft surrounding Nyesom Wike, former Rivers State Governor and current Minister of the Federal Capital Territory. It traces a trajectory of power, secrecy, and alleged corruption that stretches from Port Harcourt’s corridors to Florida’s gated estates, exposing the anatomy of a political machine sustained by patronage, silence, and …