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Hezbollah confirmed on Saturday that its leader and one of its founders, Hassan Nasrallah, was killed in an Israeli airstrike in Beirut the previous day.

Nasrallah, who led Hezbollah for more than three decades, is by far the most powerful target to be killed by Israel in weeks of intensified fighting with Hezbollah.

The Israeli military said it carried out a precise airstrike on Friday while the Hezbollah leadership were meeting at their headquarters in Dahiyeh, south of Beirut.

The Lebanese Health Ministry said six people were killed and 91 injured in the strikes, which levelled six apartment buildings.

Germany

The country’s foreign minister, Annalena Baerbock, called the situation in Lebanon extremely dangerous and said the wider Middle East region was at risk of slipping into an “absolute spiral of violence”.

“The situation poses a serious threat to stability in the region, and the stability of Lebanon and this never serves the security and interests of Israel,” she said in a post on X.

France

The Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs said it is in contact with Lebanese authorities in a bid to prevent further destabilisation.

Former MEP Jean-Luc Melenchon said the assassination of Nasrallah “is one more step towards the invasion of Lebanon and general war.”

“France no longer counts on the ground. Netanyahu’s crimes will continue since they are unpunished. The danger is extreme for the region and the world,” he wrote on X.

Italy

In a brief statement, Italy’s foreign minister Antonio Tajani made no direct reference to Nasrallah’s death but urged all Italians in Lebanon to leave the country immediately.

“We call on all Italian citizens to leave Lebanon as soon as possible, also using the scheduled flights that continue to operate from Beirut airport to Milan and Rome,” he said in Cologne.

He also said that Israel had given guarantees for the security of more than 1,200 Italian soldiers stationed in southern Lebanon as part of a 10,000-strong UN peacekeeping force.

Russia

Russia’s foreign ministry said it strongly condemns the killing of Nasrallah and called on Israel to cease all hostilities in Lebanon.

“This forceful action is fraught with even greater dramatic consequences for Lebanon and the entire Middle East,” the statement said.

Türkiye

President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan condemned Israel’s attacks in Lebanon as part of what he called a policy of “genocide, occupation, and invasion.”

In a post on X, Erdoğan said the Muslim world should show a more “determined” stance.

United Nations

UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres said he was “gravely concerned” by what he called the “dramatic escalation” in Lebanon.

“This cycle of violence must stop now and all sides must step back from the brink. The people of Lebanon, the people of Israel, as well as the wider region, cannot afford an all-out war,” a statement from his office said.

United States

US President Joe Biden said the killing of Nasrallah was “a measure of justice for his many victims, including thousands of Americans, Israelis and Lebanese civilians.”

Biden reaffirmed American support for “Israel’s right to defend itself against Hezbollah, Hamas, the Houthis, and any other Iranian-supported terrorist groups.”

Israel Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu addresses the United Nations General Assembly, September 27, 2024 Richard Drew/Copyright 2024 The AP. All rights reserved

 

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Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said Israel had “settled the score” with Nasrallah’s killing, calling it a “historic turning point”.

“We settled the score with the one responsible for the murder of countless Israelis and many citizens of other countries, including hundreds of Americans and dozens of French,” he said.

Iran

President Masoud Pezeshkian said that Nasrallah’s death “will only further strengthen the resistance,” adding that the US cannot deny complicity.

Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei declared five days of mourning and called on all Muslims to rise against Israel.

He said Nasrallah’s death “will not go unavenged.”

Palestinian protesters carry Hezbollah flags and posters of Hassan Nasrallah during a rally in support of Hezbollah in Ramallah, September 28, 2024 Nasser Nasser/Copyright 2024 The AP. All rights reserved

 

Hamas

Hamas condemned Nasrallah’s killing as a “cowardly, terrorist act.”

“We condemn in the strongest terms this barbaric Zionist aggression and targeting of residential buildings,” the group said in a statement.

“In the face of this Zionist crime and massacre, we renew our absolute solidarity and stand united with the brothers in Hezbollah and the Islamic resistance in Lebanon.”

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Ooni’s estranged wife, Olori Naomi reportedly collapses, rushed to the hospital following arrest by the police

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Olori Naomi Silekunola Ogunwusi, the estranged wife of the Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Ogunwusi, has been reportedly rushed to the hospital following her arrest.

We reported early this week that Olori Naomi had gotten herself into trouble with her recent charity work. The mother of the crown prince, in collaboration with Agidigbo 88.7 FM, Ibadan, owned by Oriyomi Hazmat, had organized an event to feed the less privileged. Unfortunately, the event led to the death of over 32 children which was caused by a stampede.

The Governor, while sympathizing with the families of victims, noted that efforts had been made to stop further deaths and support victims.

We also learned that the former Queen reportedly collapsed and was rushed to the hospital shortly after her arrest by the police.

When the news of the incident broke out, Ooni expressed his heartfelt condolences to the bereaved families. He showed solidarity with Naomi. He spoke highly of her character and how she was fond of organising similar events when she was royalty.

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IGP WARNS AGAINST UNORGANIZED DISTRIBUTION OF PALLIATIVES, FUNFAIRS. As 2 Other Incidences Hit FCT, Anambra.

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IGP WARNS AGAINST UNORGANIZED DISTRIBUTION OF PALLIATIVES, FUNFAIRS.

As 2 Other Incidences Hit FCT, Anambra.

The Inspector-General of Police, IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, Ph.D., NPM., has raised serious concerns about the unorganized distribution of palliatives and relief items in the country during this festive period. This trend is worrisome and calls for urgent concerns to save the lives of citizens of this country, especially the vulnerable youths and the elderly.

This warning follows a series of tragic incidents that highlight the urgent need for a more structured and effective approach to delivering aid to vulnerable communities and members of the public in general. It would be recalled that on the 18th of December 2024, a tragic incident had occurred in Ibadan, Oyo State, where a stampede at a children’s fun fair resulted in the deaths of at least 35 children and left many others critically injured.

In the early hours of today, the 21st of December 2024, another tragedy struck at the Holy Trinity Catholic Church, Maitama, in a similar stampede that occurred during the distribution of food items to vulnerable and elderly individuals. This unfortunate incident led to the death of 10 individuals, leaving many others injured.

A similar incident also occurred at Okija, Ihiala Local Government, Anambra State at a palliative distribution set up by a philanthropist identified as Obi Jackson, which led to the death of several individuals. At the moment, 3 persons have been confirmed dead while many injured have been taken to various hospitals for adequate treatment.

The IGP emphasized the dangers posed to public safety during these unorganized distributions and funfairs set up by groups, individuals and NGOs, including the potential for stampedes and other incidents that could endanger lives. The lack of a well-defined plan for distributing palliatives has resulted in chaos, leading to long lines and unnecessary confrontations among citizens seeking assistance.

In light of these developments, the IGP has called on government officials, community leaders, and non-governmental organizations to work collaboratively towards establishing a comprehensive and organized framework for distributing palliatives. The IGP has hereby warned groups and organizers of similar events to ensure the involvement of security agencies as negligence on their part is criminal and would not be overlooked, as provided for in Sec. 196 of the Penal Code and Sec. 344 of the Criminal Code, Laws of the Federal Republic of Nigeria. In addition, the IGP has encouraged the general public who would want to benefit from such distributions to tread with caution, prioritizing their safety, to avoid unforeseen calamities.

The Nigeria Police Force reiterates its commitment to supporting efforts aimed at creating a safer and more structured environment for aid distribution in our communities. Collaborating with relevant stakeholders, the Force aims to prevent future tragedies and ensure such processes are seamless.

The IGP has ordered the Commissioners of the affected states to carry out thorough investigations into these ugly incidences for further legal actions. The Inspector-General of Police therefore sympathizes with the bereaved families and wishes those injured quick recovery.

ACP OLUMUYIWA ADEJOBI, mnipr, mipra, fCAI,
FORCE PUBLIC RELATIONS OFFICER,
FORCE HEADQUARTERS,
ABUJA.

21ST DECEMBER, 2024.

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