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Israel’s security cabinet has today approved a military operation to occupy Gaza City, the most populous urban center in northern Gaza . The operation reportedly entails the forced displacement of virtually all Palestinian civilians residing in Gaza City, redirecting them toward makeshift camps in central Gaza . This alarming move comes amid a rapidly deteriorating humanitarian crisis. Gaza is currently facing famine-like conditions due to the ongoing blockade, destruction of agricultural infrastructure, and prolonged restrictions on humanitarian aid . International reaction to the Israeli decision has been swift and widespread. Leaders and human rights bodies—including the UN—warn that the occupation will trigger mass displacement, increased death tolls, and immense suffering, potentially constituting serious violations of international law . Within Israel itself, the decision is also deeply divisive. High-ranking military officials and opposition figures have voice...

The Nigerian Correctional Service (NCoS) has revealed concerning statistics showing that, as of July 22, 2025, more than 53,000 inmates are awaiting trial—making up around 66% of the national prison population—while 3,833 inmates are currently on death row. In total, there are 81,558 inmates in custody across facilities in Nigeria. 📊 Breakdown of Inmate Status Awaiting Trial: 53,473 individuals, with 52,066 males and 1,407 females (≈ 66% of total inmates) Convicted: 24,252 individuals (≈ 29%), including 23,725 males and 457 females Death Row Inmates: 3,833 individuals (≈ 5%), including 3,754 males and 79 females 🗺 Where Are They Held? States with the highest death row populations include: Ogun (568), Rivers (504), Enugu (328), Lagos (314), Delta (256). By contrast, states with the lowest numbers are: Osun (0), Ebonyi (2), Oyo (2), Kogi (3), Anambra (4). 🧭 What It Reveals Judicial Bottleneck: Having two-thirds of the prison populace awaiting trial points to severe backlogs, delayed c...

Atlanta United have secured Colombian midfielder Steven Alzate from English Championship team Hull City in a deal reportedly worth $2 million, with a contract running through the 2030 season. A Technical Playmaker Joins ATL’s Ranks Chris Henderson, Atlanta’s Chief Soccer Officer and Sporting Director, expressed excitement over the signing: “He’s a technical midfielder, shows good Alzate, 26, brings significant versatility—having played for teams like Leyton Orient, Brighton & Hove Albion, Swindon Town, Standard Liège, and Hull City. Over 172 appearances, he has tallied 12 goals and 18 assists, gaining experience across England and Belgium.( turn0news12 ) What It Means for Atlanta United Atlanta United’s midfield lineup currently includes players such as Bartosz Slisz, Tristan Muyumba, Will Reilly, and Jay Fortune (currently sidelined with a foot injury). Alzate’s addition brings fresh creativity and tactical flexibility in what has been a busy transfer window for the Five Stripes. ...

FIFA President Gianni Infantino has publicly reaffirmed his full support for Katia Itzel García and the Mexican Football Federation (FMF), following a wave of violent online threats she received after officiating a Leagues Cup match. García had awarded a controversial goal to FC Cincinnati in their 3–2 win over Monterrey—spark triggering outrage from Monterrey supporters.( turn0news16 ) Infantino expressed his dismay via Instagram: “There is no place in football and society for abuse, discrimination and violence of any kind.” He emphasized FIFA’s solidarity with both the FMF and CONCACAF and vowed to hold the perpetrators accountable.( turn0news16 ) García’s Experience & Reactions from Authorities García, who has officiated high-profile tournaments—including Liga MX, the Gold Cup, and the Olympics—received death threats after making the contentious call, which Monterrey fans claimed was offside.( turn0news16 ) The FMF has pledged to assist García in filing a formal complaint with a...

Toronto FC Make Major Move Midseason Toronto FC has agreed to acquire midfielder Djordje Mihailović from the Colorado Rapids in a deal worth $8 million, with up to $1 million in add‑on incentives and a sell‑on clause benefiting Colorado. The fee marks a club-record transfer for the Rapids.( turn0news13 ) Star Midfielder Requests the Move Initially reluctant to let Mihailović go amid a playoff push, the Rapids relented after the U.S. international personally requested the transfer to Toronto.( turn0news13 ) A Proven MLS Performer At 26 years old, Mihailović joins Toronto after stints at Chicago Fire, CF Montréal, and AZ Alkmaar before signing with Colorado in 2024. In the current MLS season alone, he has scored 9 goals and provided 7 assists in 24 starts—closer than ever to besting his previous career high. Across 187 MLS appearances, he has contributed a total of 40 goals and 21 assists.( turn0news13 ) U.S. International Flair Mihailović has earned 11 caps for the U.S. men’s national t...

Liverpool manager Arne Slot has declared that the club’s new record signing, Florian Wirtz, can fill the creative void left by Trent Alexander‑Arnold’s move to Real Madrid this summer. A Strategic Shift in Playmaking Alexander‑Arnold’s departure stripped Liverpool of a unique creative outlet from right-back—his exceptional crossing and vision had been central to their recent success. Slot believes Wirtz can replicate that ingenuity—but from a more advanced position in the attacking midfield. “We’ve lost… a lot of creativity from the back. Trent’s crosses and picking out runners was so special – I think Flo has this quality in a totally different position. He brings that creativity.” Impressive Preseason Debut Wirtz made his Liverpool debut in a 3–2 friendly win over Athletic Bilbao at Anfield. Despite friendly context, he showed flashes of brilliance—linking play with deft touches, nearly opening the scoring with a shot that struck the crossbar before being capitalized on by Hugo Ekiti...

On 4 August 2025, Israeli forces killed 56 Palestinians seeking food aid and water in Gaza, according to live updates from Al Jazeera. The deadly incidents occurred near land distribution points and airdrop zones, even as more than 22,000 aid trucks remain stranded outside Gaza, the blockade continuing to choke desperately needed supplies . The United Nations has warned of a looming humanitarian collapse, citing skyrocketing hunger and deaths from malnutrition that now total 180 starvation-related fatalities, including 93 children . How Aid Distribution Turned Deadly Witnesses and health officials report crowds being shot at while attempting to reach land-based aid convoys organized by the Gaza Humanitarian Foundation (GHF), a U.S.-backed contractor. Many were killed near the Zikim Crossing and Netzarim Corridor as Israeli troops opened fire—even when people were calmly waiting for assistance . In one tragic incident, a nurse at Al‑Aqsa Martyrs Hospital in Deir el‑Balah d...

In the run-up to the 2027 Nigerian general election, internal debates within the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) have sharply intensified over who should represent the party—former President Goodluck Jonathan or Labour Party’s Peter Obi are at the centre of a brewing split.  ⚖️ Northern Alignment: Jonathan Favored Over Obi A senior PDP chieftain, Umar Sani, stated on Trust TV that the North would rather back Goodluck Jonathan, arguing that his single four-year term ensures completion of the South’s allotted eight years, consistent with the country’s zoning principle. In contrast, Peter Obi’s presidency would be based solely on personal promise—which lacks legal compulsion to conclude after four years.  🔄 Overtures and Coalition Tensions Inside PDP, considerable pressure has been exerted on Obi to return to the party: Meetings led by Peter Obi and Bauchi Governor Bala Mohammed involved senior PDP stakeholders, including Atiku Abubakar, urging Obi to rejoin and unify opposition ...

On Blue Origin’s NS‑33 mission, Nigerian-born legal luminary and philanthropist Owolabi M. Salis made history as the first Nigerian to travel beyond the Kármán line, the internationally recognized boundary of space. The 10-minute suborbital flight reached approximately 105.2 kilometres, marking Nigeria’s landmark entry into the global space narrative . Blue Origin’s NS‑33 mission, part of its New Shepard programme led by Jeff Bezos, has now flown around seventy individuals—Salis included—across four repeat flyers . His fellow crew members included Allie Kuehner, Carl Kuehner, Leland Larson, Freddie Rescigno Jr., and Jim Sitkin. The mission patch, themed “Solstice 33,” featured dual green rings signaling both Earth’s horizon and the Kármán line—symbolizing humanity’s relentless push into new frontiers . 📚 Behind the Achiever Owolabi M. Salis is not just a trailblazer in aviation—he’s a seasoned attorney, chartered accountant, philanthropist, and author. Equipped with a ba...

WASHINGTON, August 3, 2025 – The White House has rallied behind President Donald Trump’s abrupt removal of Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Commissioner Erika McEntarfer, following a revised U.S. jobs report, while critics raised grave concern about the implications for the credibility of government economic data. 🔍 What Sparked the Dismissal? The controversy erupted after July’s employment report revealed only 73,000 new jobs — significantly below expectations — and substantial downward revisions totalling 258,000 jobs for May and June.  Trump accused McEntarfer, a Biden appointee, of politically motivated manipulation, though no evidence was presented.  🛡️ White House’s Defense Trade Representative Jamieson Greer and NEC Director Kevin Hassett argued that the administration had “real concerns” over the integrity of the jobs data. They called for “new leadership” at the BLS, citing unusually large revisions as justification.  Hassett stated on Fox News: “We need accura...

A disturbing trend has drawn widespread criticism after a viral video showed an unidentified Nigerian mother feeding a few‑month‑old baby alcohol to help the child sleep. The footage quickly ignited national outrage and prompted an urgent police investigation. 📽️ The Viral Video & Police Response Social media influencer @ChuksEricE first shared the shocking video on X (formerly Twitter), capturing a woman tearing open a sachet of what appeared to be Triple Action Bitter with her teeth, drinking from it, and then pouring it to the infant.  The Nigeria Police force swiftly condemned the act as “illegal and dangerous,” stressing that giving alcohol to a child breaks Nigerian child welfare laws and endangers their physical and psychological health. An urgent investigation is ongoing.  ⚠️ Health Risks & Legal Ramifications Exposing infants to alcohol—even in small quantities—can result in serious consequences, including: Acute alcohol poisoning Developmental delays Cogniti...

The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has strongly criticized the federal government’s plan to expend N712 billion on renovating the Murtala Muhammed International Airport (MMIA), Lagos, calling it a display of fiscal irresponsibility and misaligned priorities. 🔍 ADC’s Objections & Key Concerns ADC National Publicity Secretary, Mallam Bolaji Abdullahi, questioned whether the National Assembly had authorized the massive airport renovation. The party described the project as “reckless” and “insensitive,” particularly given the nation’s broader socioeconomic challenges. They further argued: Nigeria’s public universities still face chronic underfunding Healthcare provision is largely inaccessible to the majority Millions of Nigerians struggle with poverty while luxury terminal spending looms large  The ADC expressed deep skepticism about whether adding another “gold-plated terminal” to an already functional airport offers real value. They pointed to the fact that MMIA only handled...

Akure, Nigeria — On July 31, 2025, the Ondo State Police Command carried out a major sting operation that exposed a human trafficking ring run by illegal immigrants in the Oda axis of Akure, rescuing one victim and arresting ten foreign nationals. The traffickers are believed to have entered Nigeria via the Republic of Benin. 👮‍♂️ Operation Details & Arrests At approximately 14:30 hrs on July 31, police operatives apprehended ten illegal aliens at separate residences along Oda Road. The group included nationals from various African countries who lacked valid travel documents—some carrying expired passports, others with none. The Commissioner of Police in Ondo State, Adebowale Lawal, revealed that the traffickers had lured a 29-year-old Congolese man named Nzaou Yelica Christ‑Olse into Nigeria under the false promise of training to launch an online business. The victim was abandoned upon arrival, but was rescued during the raid and is now safe and receiving support. ⚖️ Legal Implic...

In a significant move to strengthen international collaboration and enhance its linguistic capabilities, the Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has recently graduated a select group of officers who successfully completed a Chinese language training programme. 🎓 Training Overview & Strategic Purpose The Chinese language course is part of Nigeria’s broader initiative to deepen military ties with China, which has included training exchanges and platform modernization support. As of late 2024, 57 NAF officers had already trained in China, with additional language instruction taking place on Nigerian soil . The program addresses the growing demand for Chinese language proficiency in military and diplomatic contexts. By equipping officers with Mandarin skills, the NAF aims to improve communication in joint operations, trainings, and technical collaborations with Chinese counterparts . 🧠 Why Chinese Language Training Matters The course aligns with national efforts to foster cultural exch...

A 29‑year‑old Nigerian doctoral student, identified as Jonathan Uno, has been formally charged and remanded in Lisbon in connection with the murder and decapitation of a 34‑year‑old Guinean man. The victim’s body was discovered in the early hours of July 31, 2025, behind the Lisbon Coliseum in the Baixa district. The student voluntarily surrendered to authorities later that same day after walking into São José Hospital carrying the victim’s head in a backpack . Arrest and Investigation Uno walked into the hospital with the severed head wrapped in foil, stating it was “related to this situation,” prompting hospital personnel to alert the Public Security Police (PSP), who shared the case with Portugal’s Judicial Police (PJ) . A knife believed to be the murder weapon was seized from Uno’s residence, as well as other objects described as items of “evidentiary interest.” Reports indicate that the head appeared clean and may have been stored in a refrigerator before being broug...

Nigeria’s National Association of Nigerian Nurses and Midwives (NANNM), Federal Health Institutions sector, has suspended its four‑day nationwide warning strike following formal negotiations with the federal government . ⚠️ Why Nurses Went on Strike The industrial action began on July 30, 2025, as part of a seven‑day warning strike. Nurses demanded better shift and uniform allowances, a separate salary structure, increased core duty allowances, mass recruitment, and the establishment of a dedicated Nursing Department at the Federal Ministry of Health . Despite early calls by the government to halt the strike, the union held firm until binding commitments were made . 🤝 Agreement Reached with Government A key breakthrough came after high‑level meetings involving union representatives and federal officials, including the Health Minister Ali Pate and Labour Minister Muhammad Dingyadi . The government offered clear, actionable timelines for addressing the union’s core demands and agreed th...

Former federal lawmakers from northern Nigeria are sharply split over President Bola Tinubu’s intentions to run for a second term in 2027, with tensions emerging following a high‑level meeting at the presidency. 🔍 What Happened The meeting between Tinubu and northern former lawmakers revealed a clear divide: some backed his re‑election campaign, while others criticized his first term performance and opposed any continuation in office . Dissenting voices faulted his administration’s handling of security, economy, and regional development, particularly in the North. Supporters argued that continuity was key to sustaining progress in national rebuilding . 🧭 Why the Split Matters Regional Balance and Political Strategy The divide signifies broader tensions within the ruling APC over regional representation. It underscores concerns among northern politicians about Tinubu’s perceived neglect of the region . Tinubu’s Political Capital at Stake A united northern bloc could offer strong elect...

On 3 August 2025, state-run Ekhbariya TV reported that Druze-affiliated armed groups launched attacks on Syria’s internal security forces in Suwayda province, killing at least one government soldier, wounding others, and shelling several nearby villages, in violation of a fragile truce . The Syrian Observatory for Human Rights (SOHR) confirmed multiple casualties: three security personnel and one local fighter were killed in clashes around the strategic Tal al-Hadeed heights, overlooking adjacent Daraa province . Origins of the Crisis Violence initially broke out on 13 July 2025, triggered by mutual kidnappings and escalating retaliations between Druze militias and Sunni Bedouin tribal fighters, rooted in longstanding tensions over land and resources in the predominantly Druze region . Over the next week, brutal confrontations unfolded: both communities suffered mass killings, arson, and forced displacement, with reports of extrajudicial executions and shocking sectarian ...

Date of incident: The vessel sank in the early hours of August 3, 2025, off Yemen’s southern Abyan coast in the Gulf of Aden.  🚢 What Happened A boat carrying approximately 150 migrants, most of whom were Ethiopian, capsized due to adverse weather conditions.  At least 54 people have died, according to Yemen’s local rescue services relayed to Reuters. Over 40 bodies have been recovered, including women and at least one Yemeni national.  Only nine survivors have been rescued so far. Search and rescue operations are ongoing.  🧍‍♂️ Who Were the Victims Most aboard were African migrants, especially Ethiopians headed toward Gulf nations. A Yemeni crew member is confirmed among the dead.  The route from the Horn of Africa to Saudi Arabia through Yemen remains one of the world’s most dangerous migration corridors. Migrants face deadly weather, smuggling routes, detention, abuse, and naval hazards.  🔍 Context and Broader Risks Since 2014, at least 1,860 migrants...