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Kamala Harris Urges Immediate Ceasefire and Hostage Release in Gaza
In recent developments related to the ongoing Israel-Hamas conflict, U.S. Vice President Kamala Harris has called for an immediate ceasefire between Israel and the Palestinian militant group, Hamas.
Harris made her plea during a meeting with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu at the White House on Thursday.
Following the meeting, Harris expressed serious concerns about the situation in Gaza and emphasized the urgent need for both a ceasefire and the release of Palestinian hostages.
Harris highlighted the severe humanitarian crisis in Gaza, describing it as “devastating” and expressing distress over the images of suffering she has witnessed.
She pointed out the plight of civilians, including children and displaced families, who have been enduring significant hardship due to the conflict. “We cannot turn a blind eye to these tragedies,” she stated. “We must remain engaged and responsive to the immense suffering that continues in Gaza.”
The Vice President’s remarks reflect a broader push for a resolution to the conflict, which began on October 7 when Hamas launched a major assault on Israel.
Harris, along with President Joe Biden, who has also been actively involved in diplomatic efforts, is advocating for a formal agreement to halt the violence and secure the release of hostages held by Hamas.
The aim is to address the immediate humanitarian needs of the Palestinian people while working towards a lasting peace.
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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