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Christa Pike's botched execution: Tennessee prison chief Frank Strada resigns, says ‘I continue to believe that...’

Pike, now 50, was 18 when she and her boyfriend tortured and killed a classmate, Colleen Slemmer, in a jealous rage in 1995. She became one of the youngest women to be sent to death row.

Christa Pike's botched execution: Tennessee prison chief Frank Strada resigns, says ‘I continue to believe that...’

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When Independence Meets the Harsh Reality of Survival

As Nigeria turns 66, the drums of celebration are muffled by the harsh rhythm of survival. Festus Akanbi examines why soaring living and business costs, shrinking incomes, and inadequate palliatives…

  • Nigeria celebrates 66th independence amid economic hardship
  • Citizens struggle with rising living costs, stagnant incomes
  • Government relief measures provide temporary relief but not long-term solutions

As NDC, O-K Movement’s Feud Deepens

Despite the recent Appeal Court judgment delivered in favour of the Nigeria Democratic Congress, the controversy over the appointment of former Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Babachir…

  • NDC feuding with Obi-Kwankwaso Movement.
  • Court of Appeal grants NDC reprieve.
  • Internal disputes cast doubt on 2027 elections.

Three commercial vessels struck in Hormuz since 1 Oct, UKMTO says

Three commercial vessels struck in Hormuz since 1 Oct, UKMTO says Attacks on commercial ships witnessed a surge during the past three days, as at least three tankers were struck by unidentified…

  • Three commercial vessels struck in Hormuz since Oct 1st, UKMTO reports
  • Attacks intensified over past 3 days, 3 tankers affected
  • Crude oil tanker hit on port side near Oman on Saturday

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