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President Trump: ‘No Reason To Be Good Except To Reach Heaven’

President Trump: Morality Is Deeply Rooted In Divine Judgement

October 10, 2025 6:04 am

President Donald Trump launches a national prayer campaign, saying faith and religion are essential for America’s moral strength and “being a good country.”

President Donald Trump said there is “no reason to be good” except to prove one’s faith to God and reach Heaven, as he unveiled a new nationwide prayer initiative aimed at strengthening religious life in the United States.

Speaking to reporters in the Oval Office on Wednesday, the President announced “America Prays” — a program encouraging citizens to dedicate one hour each day to prayer in celebration of the nation’s 250th anniversary. He described the initiative as …

Peru’s Congress Removes Boluarte: Congress Chief Sworn In

Peru’s Congress Removes Boluarte: Congress Chief Sworn In

October 10, 2025 5:41 am

In an overnight session, Peru’s Congress unanimously voted on October 10, 2025 to remove President Dina Boluarte from office on grounds of “moral incapacity,” and within an hour swore in Congress President José Jerí as the country’s interim president. 

Boluarte’s removal goes to spotlight Peru’s recent political instability, making Jerí the nation’s seventh president since 2016. It comes amid widespread discontent over rising crime, weak approval ratings, and repeated attempts by opposition blocs to force her out — changes that could influence the lead-up to Peru’s April 2026 elections.

Lawmakers from across Peru’s political spectrum pushed motions late Thursday night …

PENGASSAN Dissolves Gas Branch Over Dangote Shutdown Failure

PENGASSAN Dissolves Branch Over Dangote Shutdown Failure

October 9, 2025 8:29 pm

PENGASSAN has removed NGIC and NGML executives for non-compliance when instructed to fully halt gas flow to Dangote refinery during nationwide strike.

Nigeria’s powerful oil workers’ union, the Petroleum and Natural Gas Senior Staff Association of Nigeria (PENGASSAN), has dissolved two of its branch executive councils for failing to completely shut off gas supply to the Dangote refinery during last month’s nationwide strike.

The branches affected are the Nigeria Gas Infrastructure Company Ltd (NGIC) and NNPC Gas Marketing Limited (NGML), both subsidiaries of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL).

According to an internal report obtained, the union’s national leadership

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Donald Trump's Shutdown Hits Day Nine As Pay Dispute Deepen

Donald Trump’s Shutdown Hits Day Nine, Pay Dispute Deepens

October 9, 2025 7:51 pm

Donald Trump’s White House memo suggests furloughed workers may lose back pay as shutdown drags on, deepening financial strain across U.S. government agencies.

U.S. government shutdown entered its ninth day on Thursday October 9, 2025, with growing uncertainty over pay for hundreds of thousands of federal employees and contractors.

A draft memo circulating within the White House suggests that furloughed workers may not receive back pay for the days they have been forced off the job, breaking decades of precedent. The document argues that employees should only be compensated for “time actually worked” during the shutdown.

The proposal marks a …

PENGASSAN Strike Slashes Nigeria’s Oil Output By 200,000bpd

PENGASSAN Strike Slashes Nigeria’s Oil Output By 200,000bpd

October 9, 2025 5:39 pm

PENGASSAN strike disrupted oil, gas and power supply nationwide, however NNPCL CEO Bayo Ojulari assures Nigerians that production has now stabilized.

Nigeria’s oil production dropped by more than 200,000 barrels per day during last week’s strike by the Petroleum and Natural Gas Senior Staff Association of Nigeria (PENGASSAN), the head of the state oil firm has said.

Bayo Ojulari, Group Chief Executive Officer of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL), disclosed the figures after briefing President Bola Tinubu in Lagos on Sunday night about the impact of the industrial action and ongoing reforms in the energy sector.

Ojulari said …

Chinese Government Curbs High-Tech Exports, Dealing Blow To Putin

Chinese Government Restrains Putin, Curbs High-Tech Exports

October 9, 2025 5:07 pm

Chinese Government new export curbs cut off Russia’s access to precision tools vital for weapons production, signaling strain in their once-tight alliance.

China has imposed new restrictions on exports of high-precision manufacturing equipment to Russia, delivering a major setback to President Vladimir Putin’s military-industrial complex and casting fresh doubt on the strength of the two nations’ strategic partnership.

According to reports from Russian industry insiders, Beijing has tightened export rules on machine tools with an accuracy of 3–4 microns — equipment crucial for producing advanced weapons and military components.

The development was confirmed by Ildar Nuriyev, head of the …

United States Strikes $0.42-Per-Agency Deal For Musk’s Grok AI

United States Strikes $0.42-Per-Agency Deal For Musk’s Grok AI

October 9, 2025 4:29 pm

United States government signs low-cost deal with Elon Musk’s xAI to deploy Grok models across federal agencies, stirring debate over bias and security.

 The United States government has signed a landmark agreement with Elon Musk’s artificial intelligence firm xAI, granting federal agencies access to its Grok AI models for what officials describe as an unprecedentedly low price — $0.42 per agency.

The contract, struck under the General Services Administration’s (GSA) “OneGov” initiative, aims to modernize how the government integrates digital technologies. Under the deal, Grok 4 and Grok 4 Fast will be deployed across federal departments for 18 months, with …

Joash Amupitan Named New INEC Chairman By Tinubu

Joash Amupitan Named New INEC Chairman By Tinubu

October 9, 2025 11:56 am

President Bola Tinubu has nominated Professor Joash Ojo Amupitan, Senior Advocate of Nigeria (SAN), to become the new Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC). The National Council of State confirmed the approval on Thursday, following the departure of his predecessor, Professor Mahmood Yakubu. 

His nomination is historic as he is the first native of Kogi State to be tapped for INEC’s top post. His long academic and legal career gives him a profile distinct from prior chairpersons. The Council’s approval also allows the president to forward his name to the Senate for confirmation, in line with constitutional …

Macron Seeks France’s Sixth Prime Minister In Two Years

Macron Seeks France’s Sixth Prime Minister In Two Years

October 9, 2025 10:54 am

French President Emmanuel Macron launched a search for his sixth prime minister in less than two years, giving himself 48 hours to pick a successor capable of navigating France’s fractured legislature and passing a critical budget, but is yet to find one.

Macron’s move comes after outgoing Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu held two days of consultations with party leaders in a last-ditch effort to stabilize the government. Lecornu resigned and passed the task of finding a pathway out of France’s worst political crisis in decades to Macron.

France is deep in political instability that has made it nearly impossible to …

Obi Demands Certificate Verification For All Candidates

Obi Demands Certificate Verification For All Candidates

October 9, 2025 10:18 am

Former presidential candidate Peter Obi has called on Nigeria’s electoral body, INEC, and relevant authorities to authenticate all academic and professional certificates submitted by political candidates ahead of the 2027 general elections. He made the appeal in a statement posted on X on Thursday, arguing that transparency in credential verification is essential to preserving democratic integrity.

Obi emphasised that repeated allegations of forgery and false declarations erode public confidence. He specifically cited the resignation of Minister of Innovation, Science and Technology Uche Nnaji over controversies about his academic records, as well as former Finance Minister Kemi Adeosun’s resignation under similar …

Nigeria Senate Moves To Ban Passports Of Convicted Abroad

Nigeria Senate Moves To Ban Passports Of Convicted Abroad

October 8, 2025 9:29 am

In a move aimed at protecting the nation’s global image, the Nigerian Senate has advanced a bill that would revoke the international passports of citizens convicted of crimes abroad for a minimum of 10 years.

The legislation, sponsored by Senator Abubakar Bello of Niger North, seeks to amend the Passport (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act, introducing strict penalties designed to deter criminal conduct overseas and restore confidence in the Nigerian passport.

During the Senate debate, Senator Onawo Ogwoshi, speaking on behalf of the bill’s sponsor, emphasized the urgency of the measure. He described the proposed law as a powerful deterrent, warning that …

Myanmar Paraglider Bomb Attack Kills Dozens In Sagaing

Myanmar Paraglider Bomb Attack Kills Dozens In Sagaing

October 8, 2025 8:45 am

At least 24 people were killed and 47 wounded in central Myanmar after a motorised paraglider dropped two bombs on a crowd gathered in Chaung U township on Monday evening. The attack struck during a national holiday protest and candlelight vigil, as around 100 people had assembled to call for political reforms and freedom for jailed leaders.

The reported bombing is one of the deadliest uses of paramotor strikes by Myanmar’s military in recent months.

Protesters had gathered in Sagaing’s Chaung U township to observe the Thadingyut full-moon festival and simultaneously press demands for the release of political prisoners including …

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