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We Will Fight Crime and Terrorism, Gaidam Tells INTERPOL

We Will Fight Crime and Terrorism, Gaidam Tells INTERPOL

Nigeria's Honourable Minister of Police Affairs, Senator Ibrahim Gaidam, has pledged to work with INTERPOL member countries to fight crime, terrorism, and maintain global peace, as well as to ensure public safety and uphold justice, according to a statement signed by the Ministry's Deputy Director, Press, Bolaji Kazeem and given to the National Association of Online Security. The Minister who led the Nigerian delegation—Vice President Africa (INTERPOL), AIG Umar Garba (RTD); Director, Police Inspectorate Department (PID), Mrs. Bola Blessing Aderele; Head (INTERPOL, National Crime Bureau), AIG Lanre Bankole, and others—is attending the 91st Interpol General Assembly in Vienna, Austria to…
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G20 agrees to make AU a permanent member

G20 agrees to make AU a permanent member

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced Saturday that the African Union has been granted permanent membership in the Group of 20 top international economies, bolstering his efforts to give the Global South a stronger voice as host of this year's annual summit. Modi announced the membership in his G20 weekend summit opening remarks. Growing global rifts and the absence of key actors made consensus on the toughest issues difficult. Many supported admitting the AU to the G20 as the second regional bloc to become a permanent member after the EU.Modi rapped his gavel three times before announcing the motion to…
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South African lawmakers suspend diplomatic ties with Israel, close embassy

South African lawmakers suspend diplomatic ties with Israel, close embassy

Johannesburg (TVA)— On Tuesday, a majority of South African parliament decided to close the Israeli embassy and terminate diplomatic ties until Israel commits to a Gaza cease-fire. In a conference with other world leaders, President Cyril Ramaphosa accused Israel of genocide in Gaza with its military offensive to find Hamas militant rulers. The ruling African National Congress party approved the proposal. Pemmy Majodina, chief whip of the ruling African National Congress, addresses members of parliament in Cape Town, South Africa, Tuesday, Nov. 21, 2023. The majority of MP’s voted to close the Israeli embassy in South Africa over the war…
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2023 WWC: Super Falcons captain Ebi is prepared to defeat England.

2023 WWC: Super Falcons captain Ebi is prepared to defeat England.

The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) captain, Onome Ebi, has confirmed the Super Falcons' readiness for their Round of 16 match against England at the FIFA Women's World Cup in 2023. With one victory and two ties, the team is unblemished in the competition. Ebi expressed her energized, powerful, and prepared attitude, stating that they trained for the match all year and are upbeat and ready for the challenge. Onome Ebi, the captain of the Super Falcons, has said that the team is prepared for war ahead of their Round of 16 matchup against England. After advancing from a challenging group…
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2023 WWC: England gets a major boost before their Super Falcons encounter

2023 WWC: England gets a major boost before their Super Falcons encounter

England's Sarina Wiegman confirmed Kiera Walsh will participate in the Women's World Cup match against Nigeria on Monday. Walsh, who left Denmark due to a knee injury, returned to team practice after a scan. Wiegman confirmed her recovery and said she will be available for tomorrow's match. Sarina Wiegman, the head coach of England, has stated that Kiera Walsh is expected to participate in the Women's World Cup match against Nigeria on Monday. However, Wiegman remained vague when asked if she would continue to use a back three. After being forced to leave the game against Denmark due to a…
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