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Saudi Arabia’s Spending Spree Meets Oil Price Reality

The New Diplomat — Sat, 04 Oct 2025 19:07:02 +0000

Saudi Arabia’s grand Vision 2030 ambitions may be colliding with a colder fiscal reality. Fitch Ratings warned Friday that Riyadh faces rising financial risks as oil prices soften and government spending balloons, threatening the kingdom’s plans for fiscal consolidation. The numbers tell the story: Saudi Arabia now expects a budget deficit equal to 5.3% of […]

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Kidnapped Abuja doctor found dead, kidnappers hold on to three children

The New Diplomat — Sat, 04 Oct 2025 19:02:35 +0000

A renowned veterinary doctor and former chairman of the Nigerian Veterinary Medical Association (NVMA) FCT chapter, Dr. Ifeanyi Ogbu, has been murdered in the Federal Capital Territory, Abuja. According to reports, armed men stormed his residence in Kubwa, Abuja, and abducted him along with his three children. While the nursing wife and other family members […]

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Jonathan Clears Air, Says No Accusations of Boko Haram Ties Against Buhari

The New Diplomat — Sat, 04 Oct 2025 18:43:46 +0000

By Abiola Olawale Former Nigerian President Goodluck Jonathan has denied accusing his successor, the late former President Muhammadu Buhari, of having any links to the Boko Haram insurgency. The clarification comes hot on the heels of a heated exchange that has reignited debates over Nigeria’s protracted fight against terrorism. Jonathan’s statement, issued through his Special […]

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Saraki Blasts Kwara Governor Abdulrazaq Over Escalating Killings

The New Diplomat — Sat, 04 Oct 2025 18:32:17 +0000

By Abiola Olawale A former President of the Senate, Dr. Abubakar Bukola Saraki has condemned Kwara State Governor Abdulrahman Abdulrazaq for what he described as his “irresponsible” handling of insecurity in the state. Saraki, also a former governor of Kwara State lambasted Abdulrazaq over a deadly bandit raid in Oke-Ode that reportedly killed 21 people. […]

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Osun 2026: Omisore Throws Hat in Ring, Eyes APC Ticket to Unseat Adeleke

Hamilton Nwosa — Sat, 04 Oct 2025 18:28:39 +0000

By Abiola Olawale Veteran politician and former Deputy Governor of Osun State, Senator Iyiola Omisore, has officially declared his ambition to contest the 2026 gubernatorial election under the All Progressives Congress (APC) banner. Omisore, branding his campaign as the “Osun Rescue Mission 2026,” labelled himself as the antidote to what he described as the state’s […]

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“Malicious, contrived lies”: Presidency slams US senator over bill to sanction officials on ‘killing of Christians’

The New Diplomat — Sat, 04 Oct 2025 18:21:13 +0000

By Obinna Uballa The Nigerian Presidency has strongly dismissed claims by United States Senator Ted Cruz that government officials in the country are complicit in the killing of Christians. Bayo Onanuga, Special Adviser on Information and Strategy to President Bola Tinubu, described the allegations as “malicious, contrived lies,” insisting that Nigeria does not have a […]

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You’re distorting history, Boko Haram never nominated Buhari as negotiator, Garba Shehu replies Jonathan

The New Diplomat — Sat, 04 Oct 2025 18:18:18 +0000

By Obinna Uballa A war of words erupted on Friday between former President Goodluck Jonathan and Garba Shehu, media aide to the late President Muhammadu Buhari, over claims that Boko Haram once nominated Buhari to negotiate peace with the Nigerian government. Jonathan, speaking at the public presentation of Scars: Nigeria’s Journey and the Boko Haram […]

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EPL Roundup: Arsenal Surges to Premier League Summit as Manchester United Defeats Sunderland

Hamilton Nwosa — Sat, 04 Oct 2025 18:01:30 +0000

By Abiola Olawale In an entertaining Premier League Matchweek 7, Arsenal reclaimed the top spot with a 2-0 victory against London rivals West Ham United at the Emirates Stadium. Meanwhile, Manchester United delivered a 2-0 home triumph over Sunderland, providing manager Ruben Amorim with a reprieve amid mounting scrutiny. The New Diplomat reports that Arsenal’s […]

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Why Tinubu is Afraid of Jonathan’s 2027 Comeback Bid

The New Diplomat — Sat, 04 Oct 2025 08:53:46 +0000

By Farooq A. Kperogi Although former President Goodluck Jonathan hasn’t formally declared his intention to run for president, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu appears to be already worked into a frenzy by the mere prospect of it, at least judging from the sensation of fright that drips from the statements of his spokespeople and close supporters. […]

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Putin: Oil Prices Could Soar Past $100 Without Russian Crude

The New Diplomat — Sat, 04 Oct 2025 07:50:28 +0000

Amid rising global energy demand, oil prices could jump above $100 per barrel if Russia’s oil is pushed out of the market, Russian President Vladimir Putin said on Friday. “It’s impossible to imagine that the loss of Russian oil volumes will preserve a normal situation in global energy and the economy,” Russian news agency Interfax quoted Putin […]

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3 Solid Second Passport Options For U.S. Citizens

The New Diplomat — Sat, 04 Oct 2025 07:45:13 +0000

A second citizenship not only means you have a back-up plan should the situation in your home country no longer suit you, it also opens up a world of opportunities for travel, business, education, and investment outside home borders. There are many routes to multiple citizenships including through ancestry and investment but today let’s look […]

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Oil Recovers After 8% Drop

The New Diplomat — Fri, 03 Oct 2025 19:52:44 +0000

An 8% weekly loss is a rare occurrence in oil markets, especially if it comes on the back of five straight daily declines. Even though Friday’s trading has shown a marginal recovery with ICE Brent edging closer to $65 per barrel, however it seems that Sunday’s OPEC+ meeting could prompt further price declines in case […]

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Osun LG Crisis: Court Extends No-debit Order on UBA Accounts “Operated” By APC Chairmen Till October 9

The New Diplomat — Fri, 03 Oct 2025 19:37:01 +0000

By Abiola Olawale The Oyo State High Court in Ibadan has extended its interim injunction against United Bank for Africa (UBA), freezing 30 bank accounts linked to withheld Osun State LG allocations until October 9, 2025. This decision was delivered on Friday by Justice Ladiran Akintola of Court 5. The order comes days after the […]

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Boko Haram’s Ambition Was Similar to What Fueled Nigeria’s Civil War, Jonathan Warns

The New Diplomat — Fri, 03 Oct 2025 19:32:55 +0000

By Abiola Olawale Former Nigerian President Goodluck Jonathan has likened the ambitions of Boko Haram insurgents to the grievances that fueled the nation’s 1967-1970 Civil War. Speaking at the public presentation of Scars, a book authored by former Chief of Defence Staff, Gen. Lucky Irabor (retd.), on Friday, Jonathan claimed that Boko Haram wanted more […]

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Many feared killed, vehicles burnt as petrol tanker explodes on Abeokuta-Sagamu expressway

The New Diplomat — Fri, 03 Oct 2025 19:20:48 +0000

By Obinna Uballa A petrol tanker explosion in the early hours of Friday has left an unconfirmed number of people dead and several vehicles destroyed along the Abeokuta–Sagamu Expressway in Ogun State. The spokesperson of the Ogun State Traffic Compliance and Enforcement Agency (TRACE), Mr. Babatunde Akinbiyi, confirmed the incident in a statement issued in […]

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VIDEO: Lagos NURTW chair Sego quizzed by DSS, denies intimidation voters ahead of 2027

The New Diplomat — Fri, 03 Oct 2025 19:16:42 +0000

By Obinna Uballa The Chairman of the Lagos State chapter of the National Union of Road Transport Workers (NURTW), Alhaji Mustapha Adekunle, popularly known as Sego, has denied allegations of threatening voters ahead of the 2027 general election after honouring an invitation by the Department of State Services (DSS). Sego had come under fire following […]

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Super Eagles Coach, Chelle Unveils 23-man Squad for Decisive World Cup Qualifiers

The New Diplomat — Fri, 03 Oct 2025 19:10:15 +0000

By Abiola Olawale Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle has officially unveiled his 23-man squad for the decisive qualifiers against Lesotho and the Benin Republic. The Super Eagles, currently in a precarious position in Group C, face Lesotho on October 10 before facing the Benin Republic four days later. Announcing the squad to secure qualification […]

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Rape allegation: Sen. Elisha Abbo insists he’s victim of smear campaign, not under arrest

The New Diplomat — Fri, 03 Oct 2025 19:06:20 +0000

By Obinna Uballa Senator Ishaku Elisha Abbo, former Adamawa North lawmaker, has dismissed reports linking him to the alleged rape of a 13-year-old schoolgirl, insisting he was never arrested or detained by the Nigeria Police Force. Widespread media reports on Thursday claimed that Abbo was in police custody at the Force Criminal Investigation Department (FCID), […]

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AfDB boosts Uganda flood response with $500,000 grant, partners S’Africa’s SIU to fight corruption

The New Diplomat — Fri, 03 Oct 2025 19:02:54 +0000

By Obinna Uballa The African Development Bank Group (AfDB) has unveiled two interventions this week: a $500,000 emergency relief grant to support communities devastated by floods and landslides in Uganda, and a new partnership with South Africa’s Special Investigations Unit (SIU) to combat financial crime and strengthen anti-corruption frameworks across the continent. In a statement […]

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PDP Shuts Down Crisis Rumors, Says National Convention Will Hold

The New Diplomat — Fri, 03 Oct 2025 18:59:43 +0000

By Abiola Olawale The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has dispelled swirling speculations of internal discord, guaranteeing that the party will go ahead with its national convention scheduled for November 15–16 in Ibadan, Oyo State. PDP National Publicity Secretary Debo Ologunagba, addressing journalists at the party’s national secretariat, declared that no threats will derail the national […]

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Sarah Mullally becomes first woman Archbishop of Canterbury, to lead 85m Anglicans

The New Diplomat — Fri, 03 Oct 2025 18:56:44 +0000

By Obinna Uballa Sarah Mullally, in a landmark moment for the Church of England, has been appointed Archbishop of Canterbury, becoming the first woman in its 1,400-year history to hold the role of spiritual leader to 85 million Anglicans worldwide. Mullally, 63, who has served as Bishop of London since 2018, will formally take office […]

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EU, INEC chairman, other stakeholders push for urgent electoral reforms ahead of 2027 polls

The New Diplomat — Fri, 03 Oct 2025 18:52:56 +0000

By Obinna Uballa The European Union Election Observation Mission (EU EOM) and the chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Prof. Mahmood Yakubu, have renewed calls for judicial, constitutional, and legislative reforms to strengthen Nigeria’s electoral process ahead of the 2027 general elections. Leading an EU delegation to INEC headquarters in Abuja on Thursday, […]

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Atiku vs Obi: ADC coalition at risk as clash of ambitions may clear Tinubu’s path

The New Diplomat — Fri, 03 Oct 2025 18:47:33 +0000

By Obinna Uballa The African Democratic Congress (ADC), Nigeria’s latest experiment at forging a credible opposition platform ahead of the 2027 elections, is already showing cracks. Barely months after welcoming heavyweight defectors, the party has been thrown into an early storm as the ambitions of former Vice President Atiku Abubakar and former Labour Party standard […]

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Ex-Senator Elisha Abbo in Police Custody over Alleged Rape of 13-Year-Old Girl

Abiola Olawale — Thu, 02 Oct 2025 21:27:27 +0000

By Abiola Olawale A former lawmaker representing Adamawa North Senatorial District of Adamawa State in the Senate, Senator Elisha Abbo is reportedly in the detention facility of the Nigeria Police Force (NPF). According to reports, the development came after the former lawmaker reportedly surrendered himself to authorities over allegations of raping a 13-year-old secondary school […]

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Elon Musk’s fortune hits half a trillion dollars, cementing his lead as world’s richest man

Abiola Olawale — Thu, 02 Oct 2025 21:18:56 +0000

By Obinna Uballa Elon Musk on Wednesday became the first individual to reach a net worth of $500 billion, buoyed by a rebound in Tesla’s share price and swelling valuations of his other ventures in space and artificial intelligence. The milestone comes less than a year after his fortune crossed $400 billion, underscoring his widening […]

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Shehu Sani to Atiku: Defeating you in ADC primaries nearly impossible

Abiola Olawale — Thu, 02 Oct 2025 21:16:10 +0000

By Obinna Uballa Shehu Sani, former Kaduna Central senator, has said it would be extremely difficult for any younger politician to defeat former Vice President Atiku Abubakar in a party primary. Sani was reacting to Atiku’s comments in a BBC Hausa interview published Wednesday, where the former presidential candidate pledged to step aside from the […]

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Tesla beats expectations with 497,000 Q3 deliveries, up 7% despite Europe slump

Abiola Olawale — Thu, 02 Oct 2025 21:12:11 +0000

By Obinna Uballa Tesla delivered 497,099 vehicles in the third quarter of 2025, surpassing Wall Street forecasts and marking a 7% increase from the same period last year, even as production slipped and European sales faltered. The Elon Musk-led EV maker produced 447,450 vehicles in the quarter, down from 469,796 a year ago, but still […]

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Details as Court Dismisses Lawsuit Challenging Rivers State Emergency Rule

Abiola Olawale — Thu, 02 Oct 2025 21:09:30 +0000

By Abiola Olawale The Federal High Court in Abuja has dismissed a lawsuit against President Bola Tinubu’s declaration of a state of emergency in Rivers State. The court ruled that it lacked jurisdiction to entertain the suit, dealing a significant blow to challengers who argued the move violated fundamental rights and constitutional norms. The presiding […]

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Why I Slept Well After Cancelling Independence Day Parade– Tinubu

Abiola Olawale — Thu, 02 Oct 2025 21:06:36 +0000

By Abiola Olawale President Bola Tinubu has disclosed that cancelling the traditional military parade for the country’s 65th Independence Anniversary allowed him the luxury of sleeping. Speaking at the star-studded unveiling of the newly renovated Wole Soyinka Centre for Culture and Creative Arts in Lagos, once the iconic National Arts Theatre, Tinubu said […]

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Tinubu to commission $400m indigenous crude terminal in Rivers, Nigeria’s first in 50 years

Abiola Olawale — Thu, 02 Oct 2025 21:03:49 +0000

By Obinna Uballa President Bola Tinubu will on October 8 commission the $400 million Otakikpo Onshore Crude Oil Export Terminal in Rivers State, marking Nigeria’s first new crude export facility in more than five decades. Developed by Green Energy International Limited (GEIL), operators of the Otakikpo field in OML 11, Ikuru Town, Andoni Local Government […]

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