An 18-year-old Nepali mountaineer on Wednesday broke the record for the youngest person to summit all 14 of the world’s 8,000-metre peaks, his team said. Nima Rinji Sherpa reached the summit of Tibet’s 8,027-metre-high (26,335 feet) Shisha Pangma on Wednesday morning, completing his mission to stand on the world’s highest peaks. He had trained well and I was confident he would do it,” his father Tashi Sherpa told AFP. The record was previously held by another Nepali climber, Mingma Gyabu ‘David’ Sherpa. In 2021, a team of Nepali climbers made the first winter ascent of K2, the world’s second-highest peak — the notoriously challenging 8,611-metre (28,251-feet) “savage mountain” of Pakistan.

Harris might highlight how instability in the Middle East could affect oil prices and the US economy, positioning military support for Israel as crucial for national and economic security. Harris’ need to appease progressive factions demanding a ceasefire could create tensions within her campaign. Harris will need to respond to coverage highlighting civilian casualties, balancing her support for Israel with calls for humanitarian assistance. Trump is likely to align himself with pro-Israel groups, using their endorsements to reinforce his commitment to strong US-Israel relations. Security and Military Spending: In terms of security and military spending, Harris may face scrutiny from progressives regarding US military aid to Israel.

Libya coach Nasser Al-Hadhiri has complained that his team is not fully prepared for their 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers against Nigeria next week, Soccernet.ng reports. Nigeria’s Super Eagles lock horns with the Mediterranean Knights of Libya in a crucial doubleheader in the 2025 AFCON qualifiers next week. On the other hand, Libya do not have the kind of quality that Nigeria have. Ahead of the fixture, coach Al-Hadhiri has stated complained about the state of his team and admits that they are not ready for the fixture. “We have not yet reached the required readiness to face a strong opponent the size of Nigeria,” Al-Hadhiri said, per Libya Akhbar.

The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) is reportedly set to hold off on calling up Chelsea defender Tosin Adarabioyo to the Super Eagles squad, for the time being, Soccernet.ng reports. Despite the defender’s recent transfer to the Premier League side and his eligibility to represent Nigeria, the NFF appears to be biding its time before extending an invitation to the highly-rated centre-back. However, it seems the NFF is adopting a cautious approach regarding his immediate inclusion in the squad after a previous snub by the former Fulham defender when Jose Peseiro was in charge of the Super Eagles squad. Reports circulating in the Nigerian media reports that Peseiro travelled to speak to the defender in England but the former Manchester City youth player ignored the request. While Adarabioyo’s future with the Nigerian national team remains a possibility, for now, the focus will remain on the players who are ready to don the colours of the Super Eagles.

The Federal Government has approved Dangote Refinery as the exclusive supplier of jet fuel for Nigeria’s airline operators. With my blessing, it’s a decision from the airline operators in Nigeria that they should only buy from Dangote refinery Jet A1. I’m sure we are going to have access to cheaper Jet A1 fuel,” Keyamo said. In April, the Dangote refinery commenced operations, starting with the production of jet fuel and diesel, with the diesel reaching the local market by the following month. So far, Dangote has exported six cargoes of jet fuel and kerosene, all of which were delivered to Senegal, Togo, or Ghana.

Months before the Haryana Assembly polls, the BJP replaced its strongman Manohar Lal Khattar as Chief Minister with low-profile OBC leader Nayab Singh Saini, a decision that surprised many. Mr. Saini quickly got to work, with his cabinet taking some important decisions. Mr. Saini won the seat in a bypoll held simultaneously with the Lok Sabha elections in May, defeating Congress nominee Tarlochan Singh. He was the state BJP youth wing's Ambala district general secretary in 2002 and became the district president three years later. He was elected to the Haryana Assembly from Naraingarh constituency in 2014 and to the Lok Sabha from Kurukshetra seat in 2019.

Ngogbehei who is also the Director General of the Labour Party Directorate on Mobilization & Integration, said it is time to sheath the swords and commence the rebuilding process towards 2027. “The recent court judgement is for the good of all and has put to rest the leadership crisis in our party. “Anyone thinking far ahead enough; will most likely do the same thing”, Ngogbehei said in a statement. “The Labour Party under Barrister Abure, H. E Peter Obi and the Obidient Movement needs to work together now in order to rescue the suffering masses from the claws of APC. “Recall that the Obedient and LP Peace and Reconciliation Group is a coming together of Labour Party faithfuls and Obidients”, he stated.

The National Association of Academic Technologists (NAAT) has threatened to embark on an indefinite strike, giving the federal government a 21-day ultimatum to pay the five and a half months’ withheld salaries. The ultimatum was part of NAAT’s resolutions at its 56th National Executive Council (NEC) meeting held at the Federal University Wukari, Taraba State, recently. The letter, titled “Notice of 21-day ultimatum to embark on an industrial action,” was copied to the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) and the National Universities Commission (NUC). “In March 2024, a sister union was paid four months’ arrears of the withheld salary while NAAT members were not paid. “This prompted the union to embark on a three-day warning strike/protest to demand the payment of the five and a half months’ salaries of NAAT members.

Rather, he has through the dint of hard work, diligence and perseverance achieved enormous greatness in his life. Though from a modest home, Emmanuel Iwuanyanwu emerged as a statesman, politician, business tycoon and public philanthropist to be reckoned with in Nigeria and beyond. Some of those political associations included the Nigerian National Congress (NNC), National Congress of Nigeria (NCN), United Nigeria Congress (UNC), United Nigeria Congress Party (UNCP), National Congress (NC), United Nigerian Peoples Party (UNPP), All Peoples Party (APP), and All Nigerian Peoples Party (ANPP). They include the pioneer Chairman of both Raw Material Research and Development Council (RMRDC) and Nigerian Investments Promotion Council (NIPC); Chairman of Federal Roads Emergency Agency (FERMA); founding Chairman, Nigerian National Lottery; Chairman, National Productivity Merit Award; Chairman, National Orthopaedic Hospital, Igbobi, Lagos; Chairman, National Sports Development Fund. Iwuanyanwu, until his death, was a well-respected statesman who used his God-given resources to serve the nation.

Kenya’s parliament is poised to vote on Tuesday on the potential impeachment of Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua, highlighting a growing rift within the ruling party. The 59-year-old, who serves as President William Ruto’s deputy, faces accusations from lawmakers of corruption, undermining the government, and engaging in ethnically divisive politics, among other charges. He became deputy president after running alongside Ruto in a tightly contested election in August 2022. These protests, sparked by unpopular tax increases, have escalated political tensions, revealing divisions between the deputy president and his boss. Should Gachagua be removed, he would be the first deputy president to be impeached under Kenya’s 2010 constitution.

English Championship side Norwich and Ligue 1 club Lens are interested in signing Super Eagles defender Bright Osayi-Samuel next summer, Soccernet.ng reports. And even though Portuguese coach Jose Mourinho just took over in the summer, the Nigerian has kept his starting shirt. And according to Haber Ekspres, Norwich and Lens have shown interest in acquiring his services. The French side have been impressive in the past two seasons and could even qualify for the Champions League. Nonetheless, the summer is still a long way from now, and other top clubs could show interest in signing Osayi-Samuel.

President of the Nigerian Football Federation, Alhaji Ibrahim Gusau, has backed the Super Eagles to qualify for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, Soccernet.ng reports. With three points from three games, the Super Eagles are 5th in a group of six nations, four points behind South Africa, Rwanda, and the Republic of Benin. “I have much confidence we will qualify for the next World Cup in 2026. Everybody knows what is at stake and we are surely going to do our best to support the team. In the meantime, Augustine Eguavoen will lead the team in their two-legged AFCON 2025 clash against Libya.

Ambassador Nma Ahmed, the State Director General of RAMP, disclosed this information during an interactive session with newsmen in his office in Minna, the state capital, last weekend. He noted that this aggressive rural development initiative is unprecedented since the creation of Niger State in 1976. He further explained that rural roads with higher networks and significant agricultural productivity impacts are prioritised for upgrading. A total of 99.24 kilometres of rural roads have been identified for rehabilitation. The Director General reiterated RAMP’s commitment to exploring additional rural roads in the state to enhance the transportation and marketing of agricultural produce.

The other defendants are Mubarak Adepoju, Tunde Badmus (popularly known as Uptown), Adelakun Gideon, Abdul-Rasaq Akinola, Muhammed Yahaya and Abdul-Hakeem Mudathir Kewudirorun. “They were surprised and embarrassed that there was a pending charge against them before the Federal High Court, Lagos before Justice Deinde Dipeolu, before the Charge was reassigned. It is on record that Justice Nicholas Oweibo was the trial Judge over the case,” the group explained. Mukuolu, strangely appeared before Justice Oweibo to take over the charge on behalf of the Attorney General of the Federation (AGF). According to him, the merit of the charge should be left in the hands of the court to decide.

Nigeria’s Flamingos played out a 1-1 draw against Mexico in a friendly match on Monday as part of their preparations for the upcoming 2024 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup, Soccernet.ng reports. The match, held in the Dominican Republic, served as a valuable warm-up ahead of the global tournament set to take place later this month. Nigeria have been drawn in Group A alongside hosts Dominican Republic, Ecuador, and New Zealand. At the 2022 edition of the U-17 Women’s World Cup in India, Nigeria finished in third place, marking a successful run for the Flamingos. This year, they will be hoping to go even further and challenge for the title as they kick off their journey in the Dominican Republic.