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"We have tremendous leverage." President Donald Trump answered NEWSMAX's Mike Carter's question about leverage over Israel and Hezbollah.

TERROR JUSTICE: A Federal High Court in Katsina State has sentenced a woman, Hauwa’u Mukhtar, to death by hanging after she was found guilty of conspiracy to commit terrorism and aiding terrorist activities. According to court records, she was arrested on September 16, 2023, by the Department of State Services (DSS) at Jibia Motor Park while allegedly attempting to transport 438 rounds of 7.62mm ammunition to a suspected bandit leader in Zamfara State. The court held that the prosecution proved its case beyond reasonable doubt after reviewing evidence and witness testimonies, leading to her conviction on two counts under the Katsina State Penal Code Law, 2021. The judgment adds to recent terrorism-related convictions secured by the DSS, including another death sentence in June and a separate 20-year jail term for a female arms courier earlier this year.

Tems will perform at the Obama Presidential Center’s grand opening celebration in Chicago on June 18, joining Stevie Wonder, John Legend, Bono, and Bruce Springsteen. The event, livestreamed worldwide, will feature performances by The Roots, Christina Aguilera, Common, Eddie Vedder, Jennifer Hudson, Marc Anthony, and U2.

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Nigeria’s First Lady, Oluremi Tinubu, commissioned the Renewed Hope Initiative/NITDA Community ICT Training Centre in Benue State, describing it as a strategic intervention at expanding digital opportunities for rural communities. The former Lagos Central senator also announced a N100 million empowerment package for women traders in the area. Link in the comments.

𝗡𝗶𝗴𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗮, 𝗖𝗮𝗺𝗲𝗿𝗼𝗼𝗻 𝘀𝗶𝗴𝗻 𝗯𝗼𝗿𝗱𝗲𝗿 𝘀𝗲𝗰𝘂𝗿𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗽𝗮𝗰𝘁 Nigeria and Cameroon have signed an MoU to boost border security and maritime safety in the Gulf of Guinea. This pact strengthens defence cooperation....

The moment President Trump signs the Iran deal at the Palace of Versailles. The agreement was finalized during a dinner hosted by French President Emmanuel Macron inside the historic palace. The signing marked a major diplomatic milestone after months of negotiations aimed at ending the conflict between the U.S. and Iran.

The Malawian community has rejected calls to leave South Africa, saying they are prepared to respond to any violence or intimidation targeted at them. #pulsenigeria247

Nigeria received about $59 billion in crypto inflows between July 2023 and June 2024, according to IMF-cited data. Stablecoins have become a major tool for remittances, trade payments and wealth preservation. The IMF warns that growing reliance on dollar-backed digital assets could weaken demand for the naira. Regulators face the challenge of encouraging innovation without undermining monetary policy.

Former Minister of Petroleum Resources Diezani Alison-Madueke was acquitted of all six-bribery related charges by a London court. Prosecutors alleged she accepted bribes in exchange for favorable treatment in Nigeria’s oil sector.

A vehicle convoy carrying the remains of Alex Ekubo has arrived in Arochukwu, as sorrow and emotion fill the community. 🎥: @arochukwu mouthpiece #pulsenigeria247

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WATCH: President Trump cracks a joke about America's commitment to defending India as long as Prime Minister Narendra Modi is still leading the country: REPORTER: "Can you speak to the defense relationship between India and the United States?" TRUMP: "If anybody attacks that man, we're going to be there. Now if there's a new leader, I'm not sure about it." "If they're attacked and he's the leader, we're going to be there to help."

WATCH: President Trump cracks a joke about America's commitment to defending India as long as Prime Minister Narendra Modi is still leading the country: REPORTER: "Can you speak to the defense relationship between India and the United States?" TRUMP: "If anybody attacks that man, we're going to be there. Now if there's a new leader, I'm not sure about it." "If they're attacked and he's the leader, we're going to be there to help."

BREAKING: "If I don't like it, we'll go back to shooting at them, dropping bombs on their head." President Trump warns Iran that any change to the peace agreement or failure to comply could bring an immediate military response. "If they don't behave, we'll go right back to dropping bombs right smack in the middle of their head," Trump said. Trump contrasted the deal with the Obama-era JCPOA, arguing the previous administration tried to "bribe their way out of it." "You know what the Iranians did? They laughed at Obama and they said, 'he's a stupid son of a b****.'

The agreement between lran and the US lays out the terms of the ceasefre between the bitter rivals, the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, some financial relief for lran and a reiteration from Tehran that it will never produce a nuclear weapon, according to a draft copy of the text obtained by CNN. cnn.it/3QpyQ96 Editor's Note: This post has been updated from a previous version. It is a 14-point draft agreement between the US and lran.

South Africa’s Justice Minister, Mmamoloko Kubayi, has raised concern over the country’s deteriorating image abroad, warning that perceptions of xenophobia are triggering real economic and cultural consequences for citizens. Read more: dailytrust.com/south-africa-r…

Stun grenades were deployed in Durban as Malawians protest while waiting for transport to return home. eNCA reporter Nokwazi Qumbisa is on the ground. Tune in to #eNCA on #DStv403 for the latest news and updates.

UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer has warned Andy Burnham against launching an immediate challenge to his leadership if he becomes an MP, urging him, and the party, to focus instead on the election for a new Greater Manchester mayor. Read more: bbc.in/4fVKxih

This year the summer solstice takes place on 21 June, marking the start of the season on the astronomical calendar. Read more: bbc.in/4xB14i0