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Charlie Kirk Shot While Speaking at Utah Valley University Event
Conservative commentator and Turning Point USA founder, Charlie Kirk, was shot during a public event at Utah Valley University on Tuesday. This has sent shockwaves across the political space in the United States.
Kirk was in Orem, Utah, as part of his “American Comeback Tour,” where he hosts live debates and discussions with students under the banner “Prove Me Wrong.” The hall was packed with thousands of attendees when, shortly after noon, a gunshot rang out. Witnesses say the 31-year-old was struck in the neck. And this incident caused chaos as the crowd screamed, ducked, and scrambled for safety.
According to officials, the shot appeared to have come from outside the venue, possibly from a nearby rooftop or building overlooking the campus. Security forces quickly rushed in, and law enforcement agencies including the FBI have since joined the investigation. Authorities said one person was briefly taken into custody but later released, as no direct evidence tied them to the shooting.
Kirk was rushed to the hospital, where his condition has been described as critical. Confusion spread online soon after, with some outlets prematurely reporting his death, while others stressed he was still alive but fighting for his life. As of now, no official medical confirmation has been given on whether he has passed away.
The incident has ignited a fierce conversation about political violence and the safety of public figures in today’s America. Leaders across party lines have condemned the shooting, describing it as an attack not just on one man, but on open dialogue and democratic engagement.
Lagos State Police react to claims of them taking money from dispatch riders on the Coastal Road in Lagos.
It started after a rumour was shared that police arrest and take money from riders as a demand for high bribes, sometimes reaching ₦200,000, and seize motorcycles if not given.
The Police Public Relations Officer, SP Benjamin Hundeyin, then addressed the claims online and stated in his statement that he disagreed that the rumour is true and stated, “The spread of misinformation only causes more harm than good. In this era, we can and must do better.”
It has been announced by the governor of Ogun that Tuesday 3rd of February is a public holiday in order to mark the 50th anniversary of the state creation.
This public holiday declaration was released in a statement by the secretary of the state, Tokunbo Talabi.
He then added that the holiday will provide as a day for the citizens to participate in the activities for the state milestone.
Former Kogi politician, Dino Melaye, faces backlash from the public after he shared a video on social media of him abroad and living well through his luxurious lifestyle.
In the same video, he speaks about Nigeria’s current economy and shares his disappointment.
He wrote, “See country, God help us to build a true nation where our wicked leaders will be in jail and the right people in power. Nigeria must be fixed. YES WE CAN.”
However, many state that what he posted and what he is saying contradict each other, and they accused him of sharing his own records to know if he was a corrupt leader.
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