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Haiti president assassinated at his private residence

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President Jovenel Moise of Haiti has been assassinated.

According to a statement from the office of Claude Joseph, interim prime minister of Haiti, Moise was killed overnight at his private residence.

“He was fatally wounded by a group of unidentified men, some of whom were speaking Spanish,” the statement said.

Gunmen were said to have broken into Moise’s residence at about 1am on Wednesday.

The PM called for calm in the country, saying “police and armed forces are in control of the situation, and all measures are taken to guarantee the continuity of the State and protect the Nation”.

Martine Moïse, the first lady, is said to have been wounded in the attack.

In February, Moise accused some persons of trying to kill him and overthrow his government.

More than 20 persons, including a supreme court judge and an inspector-general of police were arrested following the accusation.

“There was an attempt on my life. That plan was aborted,” he had said.

While speaking with journalists, Moise had said the alleged plot on his life began last November but did not provide further details or any evidence to buttress his claim.

The late 53-year-old president’s time in office had been faced with violent protests and demands for his resignation.

His supporters and opponents are embroiled in a bitter dispute over when his term began and when it will end.

In Haiti, presidential terms last for five years and always begin on February 7, after elections.

The country’s presidential election in October 2015, in which Moise was elected in the first round, was annulled because of fraud. A year later, he was declared the winner in the second round of the repeat election and was finally sworn in on February 7, 2017.

The opposition had argued that Moise’s five-year term should have ended on February 7, 2021, but the late president had insisted that he had one more year to serve as he did not take office until February 2017.

Amid accusation of corruption, the opposition had said Moise was on his way to becoming a dictator.

They alleged that the president’s handling of the country has led to a surge in violent gang crimes and kidnappings as well as worsening living standards in Haiti.

The late president was also blamed for the postponement of the country’s legislative elections from October 2019 to October 2021, which has left the nation without a parliament.

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Finnish Court Jails Simon Ekpa Six Years for Terrorism

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September 1, 2025

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A Finnish court on Monday sentenced Nigerian-born Finnish politician Simon Ekpa to six years in prison for terrorism-related offences.

The Päijät-Häme District Court found the 40-year-old former Lahti municipal councillor guilty of participating in a terrorist organisation, incitement to commit crimes for terrorist purposes, aggravated tax fraud, and violations of the Lawyers Act.

Prosecutors said that between 2021 and 2024, Ekpa promoted the independence of the so-called Biafra region in Nigeria through illegal means, using social media to influence followers and support armed groups the court classified as terrorist organisations.

The court ruled that Ekpa provided weapons and explosives through his contacts and urged his supporters on X, formerly Twitter, to commit crimes in Nigeria. He denied all charges.

Ekpa was arrested in December 2024 and tried over 12 sessions earlier this year. A three-judge panel delivered the unanimous verdict, ordering him to remain in custody.

 

 

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In Brazil, Tinubu Calls for Innovation-Driven Transformation in Nigeria

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President Bola Tinubu has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to positioning Nigeria as a leader in Africa’s development, with a focus on technology, food security, and innovation.

Speaking to Nigerians in Brazil on Wednesday, Tinubu described his visit as a strategic step to deepen bilateral ties and learn from the South American country’s rapid development.

“Once upon a time, Nigeria and Brazil stood on the same level. Look at Brazil today — its technology, its food systems. We must ask ourselves: what do they have that we don’t? We have the brains, the energy, and the youth. We have everything we need. Now, we must act,” he said.

The President stressed that his government is laying the foundation for partnerships in manufacturing, technology, and cultural exchange, with the goal of unlocking Nigeria’s potential.

Acknowledging the difficulties citizens face due to ongoing economic reforms, Tinubu insisted that the measures are necessary for long-term prosperity.

“Yes, the reforms are tough — like bitter medicine. But once the fever is gone, you know the cure was worth it,” he said.

He commended the Nigerian diaspora community in Brazil, urging them to see themselves as critical stakeholders in building a new Nigeria.

“You are the pride of our nation. Your diversity, your commitment — it reflects the Nigeria we are working to build. I salute you all,” Tinubu stated.

The President further called for unity and resilience among Nigerians, adding that the dream of a prosperous nation must be pursued with urgency.

“If Wole Soyinka, at over 90, can still dream and act, then we have no excuse. The dream must be realised. The time is now,” he said.

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Tinubu Arrives in Brazil for Two-Day State Visit After U.S. Stopover

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August 25, 2025

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President Bola Tinubu has arrived in Brasília, Brazil, for a two-day state visit focused on deepening bilateral ties and securing new investments.

Tinubu, who flew in from Los Angeles after attending the Tokyo International Conference on African Development (TICAD9) in Japan, was received at the Brasília Air Base by senior Brazilian government officials, including Ambassador Carlos Sérgio Sobral Duarte, Secretary for Africa and the Middle East, and Carlos José Areias Moreno Garcete, Brazil’s Ambassador to Nigeria.

Nigeria’s Minister of State for Foreign Affairs, Bianca Ojukwu, also joined the reception. Other cabinet ministers, heads of key agencies, and private sector representatives later welcomed the president at his hotel.

The official welcoming ceremony, with full military honours, is scheduled for Monday at the Planalto Palace.

According to presidential aides, the visit will focus on activating multi-billion-dollar agricultural investments, advancing the $1.1 billion Green Imperative mechanisation project, and attracting fresh foreign direct investment in Nigeria’s agriculture and energy sectors.

Tinubu is also expected to participate in a Nigeria–Brazil business forum, bilateral meetings, and the signing of agreements and memoranda of understanding in technology, aviation, renewable energy, and climate resilience.

The presidency has not disclosed when the president is expected to return to Abuja.

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