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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky on Wednesday denounced an "inhumane" attack from Russia, which launched over 170 missiles and drones on his war-torn country's power grid on Christmas Day, killing an energy worker. The country woke up at 5:30 am (0330 GMT) to an air raid alarm, shortly followed by air force reports that Russia had…
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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky on Wednesday denounced an "inhumane" attack from Russia, which launched dozens of missiles and drones on his war-torn country's energy grid on Christmas Day.
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Russian missiles killed at least one person and damaged energy infrastructure across Ukraine, according to officials, who reported a massive Christmas attack.
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Putin vows 'destruction' on Ukraine after Kazan drone attack Moscow, Russia Russian President Vladimir Putin on Sunday vowed to bring more "destruction" to Ukraine in retaliation for a drone attack on the central Russian city of Kazan a day earlier. Russia accused Ukraine of a "massive" drone attack that hit a luxury apartment block in…
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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said Saturday he had met the US CIA director William Burns in Ukraine, a rare public disclosure
18 Dec
Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andriy Sybiga on Wednesday urged Australia to beef up its military support to help Kyiv's armed forces fight off Russia's advancing troops. He was speaking at a press conference with his Australian counterpart Penny Wong, who was on a visit to the country fighting off Russia's invasion for almost three years. Canberra…
14 Dec
Russian authorities said Saturday that firefighters were battling a blaze caused by a drone attack in the western Oryol region after Ukraine said it struck a major oil terminal there. Ukraine has been targeting fuel depots in Russia in retaliation for Moscow's bombardments that have wreaked massive damage on its power generation network. The Ukraine…
14 Dec
Ukraine said on Saturday it had attacked an oil terminal in the western Russian region of Oryol overnight, sparking a fire.
13 Dec
The Kremlin said Friday that US President-elect Donald Trump's opposition to Ukraine's use of US weapons to hit Russia "fully aligned" with Moscow's position, hours after it launched a massive aerial barrage on Ukraine.
12 Dec
Russia will "definitely" respond to a Ukrainian attack on a southern airfield using US-supplied ATACMS missiles, the Kremlin said Thursday.
11 Dec
Russia on Wednesday vowed retribution against Ukraine, accusing Kyiv of firing Western-supplied missiles on a military airfield in its southern Rostov region. President Vladimir Putin has previously threatened to launch a hypersonic ballistic missile at the centre of Kyiv if Ukraine did not halt its attacks on Russian territory using US-supplied ATACMS missiles. And one…
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The Allied Conservative Congress (ACC), has called for sober reflection on the life and teachings of Jesus Christ on Christmas Day. ACC National Chairman, Rev. Olusegun Peters, in a statement, urged Christians to rededicate their lives in service to God and humanity. They should also use the occasion to pray for God's mercy and restoration…
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The Police in Anambra State have confirmed the kidnapping of a member of the Anambra State House of Assembly, Mr Justice Azuka. Azuka was kidnapped on Tuesday night at Ugwunapampa Road, Onitsha Anambra State while returning home. Police spokesman, Tochukwu Ikenga, in a statement, disclosed that the Command has "activated Operational plans for the possible…
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The Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) has urged Christians to reflect on the Values and teachings of Jesus Christ and work towards building a united and prosperous Nigeria. The Christian umbrella body called on leaders to remain resolute in the fight against hunger and take decisive steps to ensure that no Nigerian is left…
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As Christians celebrate Christmas, Delta State Governor, Sheriff Oborevwori, and the Speaker of the State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Emomotimi Dennis Guwor has tasked Nigerians to use the occasion to pray fervently for a more peaceful and united Nigeria. Oborevwori in a statement by his Chief Press Secretary, Sir Festus Ahon, said, "Our nation…
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The World Sustainable Development Goals Organization (WSDGsO), an international body operating across all UN member nations with a mandate encompassing the 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), on Wednesday, appointed Dr. Fubes Ade Danor as its Executive Director for the West Africa (ECOWAS) region. The appointment letter was signed by the organisation's African governor, Yahyaya Adams…
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Vice President Kashim Shettima on Wednesday assured Nigerians of the federal government's dedication to national security, economic transformation, and the welfare of the citizens. In a Christmas message, the Vice President said the President Bola Tinubu-led administration remains unwavering in its focus on these critical areas, as the country looks forward to the dawn of…
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The Trade Union Congress (TUC) and the Joint Negotiation Committee (JNC) in Ogun State have described Governor Dapo Abiodun as a compassionate leader who has the interest of workers at heart. In separate letters of gratitude to the governor for approving the Christmas bonus for the state workforce, the two unions said the gesture…
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Charity group under the auspices of Sunday and Omoikhere Oriaran Foundation (SOOF) has appealed to wealthy Nigerians to imbibe the spirit of humanitarianism and reach out to the poor and vulnerable groups in society during the Christmas season. Founder of SOOF, Dr Rose Oriaran, who made this call in Abuja during the foundation's end-of-year Humanitarian…
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The commandant of the 6 Brigade, Nigerian Army, Brigadier General Kingsley Chidiebere Uwa, has urged the newly promoted senior officers to recommit themselves to their duties as they assume their new ranks. The decorations which took place in Jalingo, Taraba State celebrated the elevation of three officers. While Lieutenant Colonel AO Ogidan, Commanding Officer of…
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The Patriots for the Advancement of Peace and Social Development has expressed deep condolences to the victims' families of the recent stampedes at food distribution events in Oyo, Anambra States, and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) - Abuja. The tragic incidents, which occurred during the distribution of food items, underscore the dire state of hunger…