By : Lloyd Mahachi Hassan Nasrallah, the longtime leader of Hezbollah, was killed in a massive Israeli air attack on Beirut, marking a significant turning point for the group and the region.Nasrallah, 64, led Hezbollah for 32 years and was widely regarded as the “personification” of the armed group. Born in 1960 in East Beirut, he grew up in a devout Shia family and joined Amal’s movement during the Lebanese civil war. However, he split from the group in 1982 over its stance on Palestinian militias and formed Hezbollah with Iranian support.Under Nasrallah’s leadership, Hezbollah evolved from a militant group…
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By : Lloyd Mahachi Tuscany, a region in central Italy, has launched the “Residency in the Mountains 2024” initiative, offering grants of up to €30,000 to individuals and families willing to relocate to its rural mountain villages. This program aims to revitalize these areas, addressing declining populations and promoting economic growth. The initiative seeks to combat rural depopulation, which has significantly impacted local economies and cultural heritage. Tuscany’s mountain areas have seen a substantial drop in population, prompting the region to take action. According to the DAAD Forum, the program provides grants to help cover the costs of purchasing and…
By : Lloyd Mahachi Idris Elba’s casting as Okonkwo in the upcoming TV series adaptation of Chinua Achebe’s classic novel, “Things Fall Apart,” has sparked mixed reactions among Nigerians online. The series, currently in development at A24, has raised concerns about Elba’s accent and authenticity in portraying an Igbo man in southeast Nigeria during colonial times. The controversy surrounding Elba’s casting has led to heated discussions on social media, with some critics questioning why a Nigerian actor wasn’t chosen for the role. Others have expressed disappointment, citing concerns about cultural gentrification and the potential misrepresentation of Igbo culture. Despite the…
AUTHOR : LLOYD MAHACHI Zimbabwe’s central bank has taken drastic measures to address the struggling gold-backed currency, ZiG, by devaluing it by 43% against the US dollar and raising interest rates from 20% to 35%. The move aims to combat persistent weakness in the ZiG and restore confidence in the nation’s latest bid to create a viable local unit. The Reserve Bank of Zimbabwe’s decision was announced on Friday, with the benchmark policy rate increasing to 35% from 20%. The ZiG, now trading at 24.4 per dollar, down from 14 per dollar earlier in the day, has faced significant challenges…
AUTHOR : LLOYD MAHACHI Two senior Nigerian prison officials have been suspended due to bribery allegations surrounding celebrity Bobrisky. Social media influencer Martins Otse claimed anti-corruption officials were bribed to drop money laundering charges against Bobrisky. Bobrisky, whose real name is Idris Okuneye, served a six-month sentence for abusing the naira but had money laundering charges dismissed. A viral video allegedly features Bobrisky claiming to have paid $9,000 to EFCC officials to drop the charges and millions of naira for a private apartment near the prison. Bobrisky denied the allegations on Instagram, stating, “I didn’t pay any EFCC money… I…
AUTHOR : LLOYD MAHACHI Bishop David Oyedepo, founder of Living Faith Church Worldwide (Winners Chapel), marked his 70th birthday on September 27, 2024, with an outpouring of luxurious gifts, including two Rolls-Royce vehicles, sparking widespread attention on social media.The prominent church leader’s birthday celebration highlighted his significant influence and impact, with many referencing the phrase “To whom much is given, much is required.”Details of the lavish gifts have circulated online, with a video showing the two Rolls-Royce vehicles.As one of Nigeria’s most esteemed clergy, Bishop Oyedepo’s milestone birthday has generated well-wishes from across the country and beyond.His church, Living Faith…
AUTHOR : LLOYD MAHACHI Hurricane Helene made landfall in Florida’s Big Bend on Thursday, unleashing catastrophic flooding and destruction across the southeastern United States. The storm has claimed at least 43 lives and left millions without power. Rescue efforts are ongoing, with officials using boats, helicopters, and large vehicles to help those stranded in floodwaters. Hurricane Helene was the most powerful storm on record to hit Florida’s Big Bend, and its impact has been widespread. The storm surge reached over 15ft above ground level across parts of the Florida coast, with flash flooding and high winds reported in several areas.…
AUTHOR : LLOYD MAHACHI Japan’s Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) has elected Shigeru Ishiba as its new leader, positioning him to become the country’s next prime minister. Ishiba’s victory comes after a contentious leadership contest, marking his fifth and final bid to lead the embattled LDP.The LDP has ruled Japan for most of the post-war era but faces turbulent times, rocked by scandals and internal conflicts that disbanded its once-powerful factions. Outgoing Prime Minister Fumio Kishida announced last month he would not seek re-election, prompting the leadership contest.Ishiba, 67, led in most opinion polls and won the runoff election against Sanae…
AUTHOR : LLOYD MAHACHI Selmor and Sandra Mtukudzi have bravely shared their traumatic experiences of abuse and neglect at the hands of their stepmother, Daisy, in an emotional interview with DJ Ollah 7. Sandra recounted being abandoned by her father and Daisy at 16, left to fend for herself in Kwekwe. The situation worsened when they moved to Norton without telling her, leaving her with no home or support. After desperate efforts, Sandra reached out to her father through a cousin, but Daisy’s response was inadequate. She reimbursed Sandra’s boss for a water issue but denied her request to stay…
AUTHOR : LLOYD MAHACHI A 59-year-old man convicted of killing three people in back-to-back workplace shootings was executed in Alabama Thursday, reigniting debate over nitrogen gas as a lethal method. Alan Eugene Miller was pronounced dead at 6:38 p.m. local time at the William C. Holman Correctional Facility in Atmore, Alabama. Miller’s execution was marked by visible distress, shaking and trembling on the gurney for about two minutes, followed by six minutes of gasping breathing. Before his execution, Miller received seven visitors on Wednesday and nine on Thursday. His final meal consisted of hamburger steak, baked potato, and French fries,…