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Russian Warship Fires Signal Ammunition at German Helicopter in Baltic Sea
Tensions between Russia and NATO countries continue to rise after a Russian warship fired signal ammunition at a German army helicopter during a reconnaissance flight over the Baltic Sea.
The German Press Agency in Brussels confirmed the incident, noting that signal ammunition is typically used only in emergencies. German Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock, speaking at a NATO conference, acknowledged the event but did not disclose when it occurred.
This incident adds to the growing strain in the Baltic region, where Russian ships have been accused of bypassing sanctions and undermining security.
Attacks on critical infrastructure have further escalated concerns. In October, fibre optic cables connecting Sweden, Lithuania, Finland, and Germany were damaged, with investigations focusing on a Chinese vessel, Yi Peng 3, which was in the area at the time.
Germany has responded by strengthening its military preparedness. Defence Minister Boris Pistorius has restructured the armed forces to include a new cyber and information branch. Security around pipelines and undersea data cables has also been heightened.
Russia’s activities in the Baltic Sea have drawn criticism, including allegations of GPS signal jamming in key regions like the Black Sea and the eastern Mediterranean.
These actions come amidst accusations by Vladimir Putin that NATO countries, particularly the UK and US, are “directly involved” in Ukraine’s use of Western-supplied missiles against Russia.
The Baltic Sea remains a hotspot for geopolitical tensions, with NATO allies closely monitoring developments to prevent further escalation.
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has declared Bashir Haske, son-in-law of former Vice-President Atiku Abubakar, wanted over allegations of criminal conspiracy and money laundering.
EFCC spokesperson Dele Oyewale confirmed the development in a statement on Thursday, urging the public to come forward with any information that could help in Haske’s arrest.
The statement read, “Abdullahi Bashir Haske, whose photograph is above, is wanted by the EFCC in connection with an alleged case of criminal conspiracy and money laundering.”
Haske, 38, was last known to live at No. 6 Mosley Road, Ikoyi, and 952/953 Idejo Street, Victoria Island, Lagos. The commission is asking Nigerians nationwide to assist in locating him by reaching out to any of its offices, including those in Lagos, Abuja, Kano, Port Harcourt, Enugu, Ibadan, Uyo, Sokoto, Maiduguri, Benin, Makurdi, Kaduna, Ilorin, and Gombe.
.President Bola Tinubu has called on Nigerians living abroad to bring their resources and expertise back home to support national development and economic growth. He made the appeal on Thursday during an interactive meeting with members of the Nigerian diaspora at the ongoing Tokyo International Conference on African Development (TICAD9) in Japan.
In a statement released by his Senior Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, Tinubu said Nigeria is on a path of resurgence under his leadership. He described leadership as “thinking and doing,” emphasizing that his administration’s focus is on creating an environment where every Nigerian can experience the benefits of change.
Highlighting key achievements, the president pointed to improvements in passport processing, efforts to curb medical tourism through upgraded healthcare facilities, and broader economic transformation.
“I am glad to hear from you and share that many of our people are returning home. While it is a personal choice for some to stay abroad for economic reasons, the opportunities in Nigeria are strong, don’t stay away,” he said.
Tinubu also stressed that true citizenship goes beyond holding a Nigerian passport; it is reflected in one’s character and dedication to the country’s progress. He cautioned against negative portrayals of Nigeria, noting that such actions hinder investment and slow down development.
Peter Obi, the Labour Party’s 2023 presidential candidate, has strongly criticized the plan to raise salaries for politicians in Nigeria. The Revenue Mobilisation Allocation and Fiscal Commission (RMAFC) is reportedly pushing for a pay increase for political leaders, but Obi questioned both the timing and the reasoning behind it.
In a statement on his official X handle, the former Anambra governor described the move as insensitive and greedy, especially at a time when ordinary Nigerians are facing worsening economic conditions. He called it a shameless attempt by leaders to enrich themselves while the majority continues to struggle.
Obi argued that political office should be about service, not personal gain. He said the RMAFC’s decision to focus on rewarding politicians instead of addressing the needs of neglected public workers, particularly underpaid and overworked police officers, was provocative and scandalous.
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