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  • UNGA 78: Biden rejects coups in Africa, backs AU, ECOWAS

    UNGA 78: Biden rejects coups in Africa, backs AU, ECOWAS

    U.S President Joe Biden has rejected coups in Africa, voicing his support for the African Union (AU) and the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS).

    He spoke against the backdrop of recent coups in Niger and Gabon at the 78th Session of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA 78) at the UN headquarters in New York, Tuesday.

    Biden called for international cooperation to tackle global challenges, stressing that countries across the world share a common future.

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    He said: “The United States seeks a more secure, more prosperous and equitable world for all people because we know our future is bound to yours.

    “Let me repeat that again: We know our future is bound to yours.

    “We will not retreat from the values that make us strong. We will defend democracy, our best tool to meet the challenge that we face around the world

    “Let’s do this work together. Let’s deliver progress for everyone.

    Similarly, South African President, Cyril Ramaphosa called on the global community to work with the African Union to end conflicts across Africa.

    He said: “The global community needs to work alongside the African Union to support peace efforts in the (Democratic Republic of Congo), in Libya, Sudan, Somalia, Mali, Central African Republic, South Sudan, North Mozambique, the Great Lakes region, the Sahel, Nigeria and the Horn of Africa”

  • U.S. House of Reps to open Biden impeachment inquiry

    U.S. House of Reps to open Biden impeachment inquiry

    Speaker of the United States House of Representatives, Kevin McCarthy, yesterday declared that a formal impeachment inquiry will be opened about President Joe Biden.

    McCarthy said the inquiry would focus on “allegations of abuse of power, obstruction and corruption” by the president.

    The speaker’s announcement comes amid months of pressure from the Republicans in the Congress’ lower body to move swiftly in opening an impeachment inquiry about Biden.

    Biden, who is running for a second term, has been accused of “weaponising” the justice department against political opponents to protect Hunter, his son.

    In June, Hunter pleaded guilty to two tax crimes and struck a deal with federal prosecutors regarding a separate felony gun charge while he was a drug user.

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    Critics of Biden’s governments have alleged that Hunter’s dealings and repeated run-ins with the law indicate a pattern of corruption.

    In a brief statement at the U.S. Capitol, McCarthy said there were “serious and credible” allegations involving the president’s conduct.

    “Taken together, these allegations paint a picture of a culture of corruption,” he said.

    “They warrant further investigation by the House of Representatives. That’s why today I am directing our house (committees) to open a formal impeachment inquiry into President Joe Biden.”

    Ian Sams, spokesperson for the White House, condemned the move and labelled it as extreme politics.

    “House Republicans have been investigating the President for 9 months, and they’ve turned up no evidence of wrongdoing…His own GOP members have said so…He vowed to hold a vote to open impeachment, now he flip flopped because he doesn’t have support… Extreme politics at its worst,” Sams tweeted.

    McCarthy did not mention when votes would be cast to launch the inquiry.

  • Biden applauds Tinubu’s policies to reform economy  

    Biden applauds Tinubu’s policies to reform economy  

    Excited by the role played by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu in preserving the rule of law and democracy in Niger Republic, United States President (U.S.) President Joe Biden has applauded the Nigerian leader.

    Biden’s commendation was contained in a statement released by the White House during the second day of the G-20 summit in India.

    Besides, the U.S. president also acknowledged the policies so far introduced by the Tinubu administration to reforming Nigeria’s economy.

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    He restated the America’s commitment to reinforcing its longstanding relationship with Nigeria

    The statement reads: “President Joe Biden met with Nigerian President Bola Tinubu today (yesterday) on the sidelines of the G-20 in New Delhi, India to reinforce our enduring commitment to the U.S.-Nigeria relationship and to the longstanding friendship between our two countries and peoples.

    “President Biden welcomed the Tinubu Administration’s steps to reform Nigeria’s economy and thanked President Tinubu for his strong leadership as the chair of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) to defend and preserve democracy and the rule of law in Niger and the broader region.

    “Nigeria’s invitation to the G-20 Summit is recognition of Nigeria’s important global role as Africa’s largest democracy and economy.”

  • Biden meets Tinubu, applauds steps aimed at reforming Nigeria’s economy

    Biden meets Tinubu, applauds steps aimed at reforming Nigeria’s economy

    US President Joe Biden has applauded President Bola Tinubu for his effort towards preserving the rule of law and democracy in Niger Republic.

    In a statement released by the White House during the second day of the G20 summit in India, the US president appreciated Tinubu for preserving the rule of law in Niger and also acknowledged his national economic policies in Nigeria.

    The US president added that America is committed to reinforcing its longstanding relationship with Nigeria

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    The statement reads: “President Joe Biden met with Nigerian President Bola Tinubu today on the sidelines of the G20 in New Delhi, India to reinforce our enduring commitment to the U.S.-Nigeria relationship and to the longstanding friendship between our two countries and peoples.

    “President Biden welcomed the Tinubu Administration’s steps to reform Nigeria’s economy and thanked President Tinubu for his strong leadership as the chair of the Economic Community of West African States to defend and preserve democracy and the rule of law in Niger and the broader region.

    “Nigeria’s invitation to the G-20 Summit is a recognition of Nigeria’s important global role as Africa’s largest democracy and economy.”

  • JUST IN: Biden’s wife tests positive for COVID-19

    JUST IN: Biden’s wife tests positive for COVID-19

    First lady of the United States (US), Jill Biden has tested positive for COVID-19.

    This development has reinforced suggestions and opinions that coronavirus is re-emerging in some countries.

    A statement by the White House confirmed that Jill is experiencing “mild symptoms”.

    It, however, noted that President Joe Biden tested negative.

    Jill, 72, will remain at the family’s home in Rehoboth Beach, Delaware.

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    The First Lady’s spokesperson, Vanessa Valdivia said Jill will be “monitored by the White House medical team” after her diagnosis and follow the team’s advice about when to return to the White House.

    Biden’s wife’s positive test result comes ahead of a busy week for the president.

    He is due to travel to the G20 summit in India on Thursday, before a scheduled visit to Hanoi on Sunday for a one-day visit where he will meet Vietnamese leaders.

  • Nigerian receives President’s lifetime achievement award from US President Biden

    Nigerian receives President’s lifetime achievement award from US President Biden

    US President Joe Biden has honoured founder and President of WealthyGen Inc Dr Charity Ezenwa-Onuaku with the prestigious President’s Lifetime Achievement Award. 

    The esteemed award, the highest form of community recognition bestowed by the US President, was ceremoniously presented during the commemoration of the 2023 World Humanitarian Day in Houston, Texas on August 19, 2023.

    Established in 2003 under President George W. Bush’s Council on Service and Civic Participation, the award aims to honor outstanding contributions to communities across the nation. 

    Ezenwa-Onuaku’s dedication to financial literacy through programmes such as Financial Empowerment for Young Adults (FEYA) and the Women Empowerment Project (WE Project) caught the attention of the President.

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    In her acceptance speech, Dr. Ezenwa-Onuaku expressed gratitude for the recognition and pledged to continue fostering financial empowerment and sustainable growth. 

    Through FEYA, she has empowered countless young adults while her WE Project has transformed over 50 widows in Nigeria, enabling them to run businesses and support their families.

    With her commitment and passion, Dr. Ezenwa-Onuaku exemplifies the spirit of the President’s Lifetime Achievement Award, inspiring positive change in communities at home and abroad.