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President Biden Announces Mass Clemency for Veterans Convicted Under Anti-Gay Laws
President Joe Biden has declared his intention to issue a proclamation granting mass clemency to veterans who were convicted under laws banning homosexuality in the U.S. armed forces, now acknowledged as discriminatory.
This move aims to rectify what Biden called a “historic wrong” inflicted on thousands of LGBTQI+ service members who were discharged or court-martialed due to their sexual orientation or gender identity.
The pardon will primarily affect those prosecuted under Article 125 of the Code of Military Justice, which criminalized consensual gay sex until its revision in 2013.
Biden’s decision, announced during Pride Month, underscores his administration’s commitment to equality and justice for LGBTQ individuals who served their country.
The Abia State Government starts a new transit system with green shuttles that are affordable to residents in the state.
The Commissioner of Information, Okey Kanu, shared that the new transit system started on the 1st of March 2026 and it has ensured smooth transport in the state.
“The introduction of subsidised fares would help maintain the transport programme and ensure that residents continue to enjoy reliable and affordable public transportation across the state.”
It has been reported that the United States Embassy in Kuwait has officially closed down due to the attack occurring in the Middle East. This closure was announced in an alert issued on the 3rd of March, 2026.
“Security Alert: U.S. Embassy Kuwait Closure. Due to ongoing regional tensions, the U.S. Embassy in Kuwait will be closed until further notice.”
“We have canceled all regular and emergency consular appointments. We will communicate when the embassy returns to normal operations.”
It has been reported that armed bandits attacked the Janjala village Kaduna State.
It was shared that 1 person was injured while some people were abducted. It can be noted that this incident occurred on the 2nd of March, 12:30am.
The residents from the area shared the news to the headquarters and spoke on the victim who was injured. They shared that he was shot and rushed to the hospital.
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