Russell Brand attacks the British government in wake of rape charges

Russell Brand has issued a statement attacking the British government in the wake of the controversial comedian being charged with rape and sexual assault in his native U.K. The charges were announced on Friday as Brand and his family were vacationing in Boca Grande, Florida. The 50-year-old podcaster was hit with six charges in connection to multiple incidents dating back over…

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Peter Obi commends police for withdrawing Sanusi’s invitation amid tensions in Kano

Former Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has commended the Nigeria Police Force for rescinding an invitation previously extended to the Emir of Kano, Alhaji Muhammadu Sanusi II, describing the decision as timely. Obi, in a statement posted on his official X (formerly Twitter) account on Monday, said the initial summons was ill-advised and risked…

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