The New Diplomat https://newdiplomatng.com/ Nigeria's global voice Sun, 15 Jun 2025 12:45:01 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.8.1 https://newdiplomatng.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/cropped-new-diplomat-favicon-1-32x32.jpg The New Diplomat https://newdiplomatng.com/ 32 32 127640339 SERAP Urges Tinubu to Prosecute IBB, ex-Military Chiefs, Others Over June 12 Annulment https://newdiplomatng.com/serap-urges-tinubu-prosecute/ Sun, 15 Jun 2025 12:45:01 +0000 https://newdiplomatng.com/?p=274525 By Abiola Olawale The Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) has issued a bold call to President Bola Tinubu, urging immediate action to prosecute those responsible for the infamous annulment of the June 12, 1993, presidential election, widely regarded as Nigeria’s freest and fairest. In the letter dated June 14, 2025, signed by SERAP Deputy […]

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]]> 274525 “Hi Dad!” – A Father’s Day Reflection https://newdiplomatng.com/dad-father-day-reflection/ Sun, 15 Jun 2025 12:36:13 +0000 https://newdiplomatng.com/?p=274521 By Babalola Johnson *@jbdlaw/@jbandthings* He was my first appointment on the first day of the week. AJ, as I fondly call him, was a former client from several years ago. Though we hadn’t seen each other in about a decade, unlike many, he never lost touch. Every now and then, I’d get a quick message […]

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]]> 274521 Israel-Iran War: Trump Weighs in Again, Warns Iran Against Attacking US Interests https://newdiplomatng.com/israel-iran-war-trump-weighs/ Sun, 15 Jun 2025 12:24:45 +0000 https://newdiplomatng.com/?p=274514 By Abiola Olawale In another escalation of tensions rocking the Middle East, United States President Donald Trump has delivered a blistering warning to Iran, vowing that any attack on US interests will unleash the “full strength” of the American military. He reiterated that Washington “had nothing to do” with Israel’s strikes on Tehran’s nuclear and […]

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]]> 274514 Tinubu Hails Abdulsalami Abubakar on His 83rd Birthday https://newdiplomatng.com/tinubu-hails-abdulsalami/ Sun, 15 Jun 2025 12:20:51 +0000 https://newdiplomatng.com/?p=274509 By Abiola Olawale President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has celebrated General Abdulsalami Abubakar (rtd) Nigeria’s former Head of State, as he marks his 83rd birthday. Lauding Abubakar as a patriot of unparalleled integrity, Tinubu’s words paint a vivid picture of a leader whose legacy continues to shape Nigeria’s democratic journey. The President declared that Abubakar etched […]

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]]> 274509 Dangote Refinery: Fuel scarcity looms As Tension Escalates Over Tankers Drivers’ Strike https://newdiplomatng.com/dangote-refinery-fuel-scarcity/ Sun, 15 Jun 2025 12:14:28 +0000 https://newdiplomatng.com/?p=274507 By Abiola Olawale A storm is brewing in Nigeria as the National Association of Road Transport Owners (NARTO) has instructed its members at the Dangote Petroleum Refinery, Africa’s largest crude processing facility, to suspend loading operations. The leadership of the NARTO called on tanker drivers loading at Dangote Refinery to down their tools in protest […]

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]]> 274507 June 12: How well has our ‘democracy’ fared? https://newdiplomatng.com/june-how-democracy-fared/ Sun, 15 Jun 2025 11:55:02 +0000 https://newdiplomatng.com/?p=274505 By Bolanle Bolawole turnpot@gmail.ccom 0705 263 1058 ‘Those of us at The PUNCH newspapers were completely blotted out; yet, we stood and fought for June 12 more than anyone else; even more than the Concord newspapers owned by MKO Abiola, the symbol of the June 12 struggle. I stand to be corrected because facts and […]

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]]> 274505 ‘It’s heavy on the heart’: Israelis survey damage in city hit by Iranian missile https://newdiplomatng.com/heavy-heart-israelis-survey/ Sun, 15 Jun 2025 06:12:06 +0000 https://newdiplomatng.com/?p=274500 As sirens rang out across Israel in the early hours of Saturday morning, Ifat Benhaim and her family ran into their basement. “We closed the door, and suddenly there was such a big boom,” she says. “I thought all the house fell on us.” When they emerged minutes later, they found their windows shattered and […]

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]]> 274500 Bangkok rises to 7th place globally as top international conference destination https://newdiplomatng.com/bangkok-rises-place-globally/ Sun, 15 Jun 2025 06:06:53 +0000 https://newdiplomatng.com/?p=274498 This marks a significant leap from 15th place in 2023 and reflects Thailand’s growing potential and readiness to be a true global hub for MICE. Bangkok has made global headlines by climbing to 7th place in the world rankings for international conference destinations, according to the latest 2024 report by the International Congress and Convention […]

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]]> 274498 Ninety Garlands for Sam Amuka @ 90 https://newdiplomatng.com/ninety-garlands-sam-amuka/ Sun, 15 Jun 2025 06:02:10 +0000 https://newdiplomatng.com/?p=274495 By Uzor Maxim Uzoatu The iconic publisher of Vanguard newspapers, Sam Amuka-Pemu, is 90! He remains as ever a self-effacing Nigerian patriot of uncommon class and carriage. Call him “Sad Sam” or “Uncle Sam” who deserves a bow for he is a splendid role model to scores of journalists. It’s one of my regrets that […]

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]]> 274495 Tension as Governor allegedly stops inauguration of FG projects https://newdiplomatng.com/tension-governor-allegedly/ Sat, 14 Jun 2025 18:13:03 +0000 https://newdiplomatng.com/?p=274492 The Cross River State Governor, Senator Bassey Otu, has been accused of allegedly orchestrating a calculated disruption of the inauguration of projects executed by the Federal Government in Calabar, the state capital. The incident allegedly involved the destruction of structures prepared for the inauguration of a road projects executed by the Federal Government through the […]

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]]> 274492 Full-scale war Erupts in Middle East As Iran Threatens To Attack US, UK, France If… https://newdiplomatng.com/full-scale-war-erupts-middle/ Sat, 14 Jun 2025 18:02:47 +0000 https://newdiplomatng.com/?p=274488 Countries tell citizens to stay away… By Abiola Olawale Iran has issued a threat to the United States, the United Kingdom, and France, telling these countries to stay clear of its war with Israel. The Iranian government on Saturday warned that it would attack the bases of the US, UK, and France across the Middle […]

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]]> 274488 Soyinka Tells Tinubu: Reopen Probes into Unresolved Dele Giwa, Kudirat Abiola, Bola Ige’s Assassinations https://newdiplomatng.com/soyinka-tells-tinubu-reopen/ Sat, 14 Jun 2025 17:56:05 +0000 https://newdiplomatng.com/?p=274482 By Abiola Olawale Nobel Laureate Professor Wole Soyinka has issued a clarion call onPresident Bola Tinubu, urging him to confront Nigeria’s haunting past by launching fresh investigations into the unresolved assassinations of journalist Dele Giwa, democracy activist Kudirat Abiola, and former Attorney-General of the Federation and minister of Justice, Bola Ige. Speaking to a select […]

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]]> 274482 [VIDEO] Kenneth Okonkwo Slams Peter Obi: “How He Stabbed Me in the Back!” https://newdiplomatng.com/video-kenneth-okonkwo-slams/ Sat, 14 Jun 2025 16:37:14 +0000 https://newdiplomatng.com/?p=274470 By Abiola Olawale A former stalwart of the Labour Party (LP), Kenneth Okonkwo, has slammed LP’s 2023 presidential candidate, Peter Obi, accusing him of betrayal and alleged weak leadership. Okonkwo, an actor-turned-politician raised these accusations in a viral video circulating on social media. He criticized Obi’s alleged inaction during the Labour Party’s internal crisis, which […]

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]]> 274470 AGF Flags Financial Infractions As Reps Summon Edun, Cardoso over Alleged Fiscal Missteps https://newdiplomatng.com/agf-flags-financial/ Sat, 14 Jun 2025 16:32:29 +0000 https://newdiplomatng.com/?p=274472 By Abiola Olawale The Joint House of Representatives Committee on Public Accounts and Public Assets has summoned the Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Wale Edun, and the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) Governor, Olayemi Cardoso. Edu and Cardoso are expected to face scrutiny over serious allegations of non-compliance with the Fiscal […]

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]]> 274472 Israel-Iran War: How FG ‘ll Benefit As Oil Prices Surge to $78.50 Per Barrel https://newdiplomatng.com/israel-iran-war-how-benefit/ Sat, 14 Jun 2025 12:52:08 +0000 https://newdiplomatng.com/?p=274465 Experts: Inflation Looms By Abiola Olawale Global oil prices have soared to $78.50 per barrel, a development which has surpassed Nigeria’s 2025 budget benchmark of $75 per barrel. This unexpected rise, triggered by heightened geopolitical tensions in the Middle East, will now be financially beneficial to Nigeria and other oil producing countries whose budgets were […]

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]]> 274465 Ojudu: It would be unrealistic to expect magnanimity from a sitting President toward individuals openly critical of his policies https://newdiplomatng.com/ojudu-unrealistic-expect/ Sat, 14 Jun 2025 12:17:20 +0000 https://newdiplomatng.com/?p=274455 *Democracy, Conviction and the True Meaning of Honour In recent days, there has been considerable public reaction to the list of honorees announced by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu in commemoration of Democracy Day. Understandably, questions have been raised about the omission of some individuals who paid dearly in the struggle for democratic governance in Nigeria.Investment […]

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]]> 274455 Intimate Affairs: This is about laid-back husbands, by Funke Egbemode https://newdiplomatng.com/intimate-affairs-this-laid/ Sat, 14 Jun 2025 12:11:27 +0000 https://newdiplomatng.com/?p=274447 She married down, below her needs, wants and vision for the future. She was already a nurse in the state hospital when she met Dare. All Dare had was a fine face, great physique and creative hands. She was ambitious. He was not. She believed in setting goals and burning her candles at both ends […]

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]]> 274447 Charting the Global Economy: Israeli Airstrikes Boost Oil Prices https://newdiplomatng.com/charting-global-economy/ Sat, 14 Jun 2025 12:03:44 +0000 https://newdiplomatng.com/?p=274437 Crude oil prices surged and investors sought the safety of gold after Israel conducted airstrikes on Iranian atomic facilities involved in nuclear enrichment. Economic data in the US showed underlying inflation in May rose by less than forecast for a fourth straight month, while producer price inflation remained muted. While Federal Reserve will likely keep […]

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]]> 274437 Which Country Has The Largest Oil Refinery In The World? https://newdiplomatng.com/which-country-has-the-largest/ Sat, 14 Jun 2025 11:44:51 +0000 https://newdiplomatng.com/?p=274432 Crude oil is a naturally occurring liquid fossil fuel, an unrefined petroleum product composed primarily of hydrocarbons, along with some sulphur, nitrogen, and oxygen. It is found in underground reservoirs. Crude oil is also referred to as ‘petroleum,’ or ‘black gold,’ or simply ‘oil.’ Crude oil is formed from the remains of ancient marine organisms […]

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]]> 274432 Presidency Slams National Honours List Featuring Innoson, Tunde Bakare, Aisha Yesufu, 33 Others https://newdiplomatng.com/presidency-slams-national/ Sat, 14 Jun 2025 11:35:05 +0000 https://newdiplomatng.com/?p=274429 Says Viral List is Fake By Abiola Olawale The Nigerian Presidency has debunked a viral list circulating online, claiming that prominent figures like Innoson Motors Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Innocent Chukwuma, Pastor Tunde Bakare, activist Aisha Yesufu, and 33 other Nigerians were recipients of the 2025 National Honours. The Presidency labeled the report as “fake […]

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]]> 274429 Agony As Lagos Local Govt Boss, Musibau Asafa, Dies at 68 of Prolonged Illness https://newdiplomatng.com/agony-lagos-local-govt-boss/ Sat, 14 Jun 2025 11:31:51 +0000 https://newdiplomatng.com/?p=274424 By Abiola Olawale Lagos State is in mourning as Prince Musibau Adekunle Asafa, the Chairman of Oto-Awori Local Council Development Area (LCDA), has passed away at 68 following a prolonged illness. Asafa’s demise was confirmed in a statement issued on Saturday by his Chief Press Secretary, Bodunrin Ayodele. The New Diplomat reports that Asafa’s passing […]

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]]> 274424 Okpebholo, Ifeanyi Uba’s Seats: Groups Blast INEC Over Stalled Bye-Elections https://newdiplomatng.com/okpebholo-ifeanyi-uba-seats/ Sat, 14 Jun 2025 11:26:29 +0000 https://newdiplomatng.com/?p=274422 By Abiola Olawale Concerns have begun to emerge as the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has continued to delay bye-elections for eight vacant National Assembly seats. The delay has left a total of eight constituencies without a voice at the National Assembly. The New Diplomat reports that since the inauguration of both the Senate and […]

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]]> 274422 Nigerian Govt Calls for Cessation as Iran-Israel War Escalates https://newdiplomatng.com/nigerian-govt-calls-cessation/ Sat, 14 Jun 2025 11:22:57 +0000 https://newdiplomatng.com/?p=274420 By Abiola Olawale The Federal Government of Nigeria has issued an appeal for restraint as the escalating conflict between Iran and Israel teeters on the brink of a full-scale war in the Middle East. This appeal was contained in a press statement issued on Saturday by the spokesperson for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Kimiebi […]

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]]> 274420 Full-Scale War Erupts: Iran Unleashes Counterstrikes on Israel https://newdiplomatng.com/full-scale-war-erupts-iran/ Fri, 13 Jun 2025 19:58:13 +0000 https://newdiplomatng.com/?p=274415 Oil Price May Hit $90 pb By Abiola Olawale The Middle East stands on the brink of chaos as Iran has launched a ferocious barrage of ballistic missiles targeting Israel, escalating a simmering conflict into a full-scale war. The counterstrikes, described by Iran’s state media as a “crushing response,” come in retaliation for Israel’s massive […]

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]]> 274415 EFCC arraigns Sun Trust Bank MD, ED for alleged $12m fraud https://newdiplomatng.com/efcc-arraigns-sun-trust-bank/ Fri, 13 Jun 2025 18:39:49 +0000 https://newdiplomatng.com/?p=274408 The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) on Friday, June 13, 2025, arraigned two senior executives of SunTrust Bank—Halima Buba, Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer, and Innocent Mbagwu, Executive Director and Chief Compliance Officer—on charges of money laundering totaling $12 million. The arraignment took place before Justice Emeka Nwite of the Federal High Court […]

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]]> 274408 Ngũgĩ wa Thiong’o belonged to an age of prophets – we must honour his teaching https://newdiplomatng.com/ngugi-thiong-belonged-age/ Fri, 13 Jun 2025 18:33:05 +0000 https://newdiplomatng.com/?p=274393 Growing up in post-independence Nigeria in the 1970s, at home you always had access to the Bible if you were Christian, or the Qur’an if you were Muslim, along with books in the Heinemann African Writers Series. Things Fall Apart by Chinua Achebe was a staple, and the plays of Wole Soyinka: The Lion and […]

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]]> 274393 Sowore Warns: Why I ‘ll Sue Tinubu If He Puts My Name on National Honours List https://newdiplomatng.com/sowore-warns-why-sue-tinubu/ Fri, 13 Jun 2025 18:24:20 +0000 https://newdiplomatng.com/?p=274388 By Abiola Olawale Popular human rights activist and publisher Omoyele Sowore has vowed to drag President Bola Tinubu to court if his name is included in any national honours list. Sowore, the #RevolutionNow convener and former African Action Congress presidential candidate made this explosive statement on Friday, June 13, 2025, via his social media platforms. […]

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]]> 274388 Airport Incident: My Story, By Adams Oshiomhole https://newdiplomatng.com/airport-incident-story-adams/ Fri, 13 Jun 2025 16:39:42 +0000 https://newdiplomatng.com/?p=274362 His words: “I booked Air Peace… They delayed the flight for over five hours. In the end, they announced a cancellation. I had to get another ticket. Yesterday, I booked a flight for 6:30 a.m., which is their first flight today. I booked and asked them to check me in online, which I did, along […]

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]]> 274362 Israel vs Iran: Trump Talks Tough, Warns Iran to ‘Make a Deal Now!’ https://newdiplomatng.com/israel-iran-trump-talks-tough/ Fri, 13 Jun 2025 16:21:36 +0000 https://newdiplomatng.com/?p=274375 By Abiola Olawale United States President Donald Trump has issued a stern warning to Iran, declaring that the country must enter a deal with the US. Trump, in a strongly worded statement issued on Friday, said that Israel’s next round of attacks on Iran would be “even more brutal” if the country fails to enter […]

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]]> 274375 Nigeria, Ghana, 51 Others Make List As China Announces Zero-Tariff Scheme for African Countries https://newdiplomatng.com/nigeria-ghana-others-make/ Fri, 13 Jun 2025 16:14:27 +0000 https://newdiplomatng.com/?p=274371 By Abiola Olawale The Chinese Government has announced plans to implement a trade policy that would see 53 African countries enjoy zero-tariff access to its country. It was gathered that the development is part of a move to solidify economic cooperation within the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation (FOCAC) framework. The zero-tariff access is set to […]

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