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Interdicted Obuasi SHTS head sues JoyNews’ Manasseh Azure for defamation amid sexual abuse allegations

Investigative journalist Manasseh Azure Awuni has confirmed that he has been sued for defamation by the headmaster of Obuasi Senior High Technical School (SHTS), Zakaria Abdulai, following issues surrounding the school.

Interdicted Obuasi SHTS head sues JoyNews’ Manasseh Azure for defamation amid sexual abuse allegations

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Netanyahu defense challenges Mandelblit over police questioning of key state witness

The exchanges at the Jerusalem District Court focused on how closely Mandelblit supervised the early inquiries into Netanyahu and whether investigators stayed within the limits he set.

  • Former Attorney-General Avichai Mandelblit questioned over police questioning of key witness.
  • Defense argues Mandelblit's approval didn't equate to control over investigation details.

IDF probes alleged arson attack on Biblical High Priest Eleazar's tomb near Nablus in West Bank

The IDF is investigating a suspected arson attack on the West Bank tomb believed to belong to Eleazar the Priest, the biblical son of Aaron, after footage of the alleged incident circulated online.

  • Israeli Defense Forces investigating alleged arson attack on Eleazar tomb.
  • Footage shared on Palestinian social media, attackers fled scene.
  • Israel Police and forensic investigators to gather evidence and statements.

Francesca Albanese calls for Indonesia to reconsider involvement with Board of Peace

Trump unveiled the "Board of Peace," of which Indonesia is a key troop-contributing member, in January to address global conflicts typically handled by the United Nations.

  • Francesca Albanese urges Indonesia to reconsider Gaza peace initiative involvement.
  • Board of Peace lacks Palestinian perspective, led by Israel and US.
  • Albania recommends Indonesia join Hague Group advocating international law.

Gov Otu Presents N987.8bn 2027 Budget

Cross River State Governor, Bassey Otu, yesterday presented a proposed N987.8 billion budget for the 2027 fiscal year to the state House of Assembly, christening it the ‘Budget of Consolidation

  • Governor Bassey Otu proposes N987.8bn budget for 2027 Cross River State.
  • Budget titled 'Consolidation and Renewed Hope' focuses on growth and development.
  • 2.57% increase from 2026 budget, with 71.72% allocated to capital expenditure.

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