Connect with us

latest

Venezuela Swears In New Interim President After Shock Arrest Of Maduro.

Published

8 months ago

on

According to Nivo News, Venezuela’s National Assembly has sworn in Delcy Rodriguez as interim president following the dramatic arrest of President Nicolás Maduro and his wife, Cilia Flores, by United States special forces in a surprise military operation that has sparked widespread outrage and international condemnation.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

Rodriguez, who previously served as vice president under Maduro, was inaugurated during an emergency parliamentary session held in Caracas. In her address, she vowed to lead the country through the unfolding political crisis while safeguarding Venezuela’s sovereignty and national dignity.

Taking the oath of office, Rodriguez pledged her allegiance to the Venezuelan people, declaring that she assumed the responsibility on behalf of all citizens. She also condemned the U.S. operation, describing the arrest and extradition of Maduro and his wife to New York on drug-related charges as an unlawful act.

She expressed deep anguish over the incident, referring to the detained leaders as national figures unjustly taken into custody, and insisted that Venezuela would resist external interference in its internal affairs.

The arrest of Maduro and several senior officials, who are facing narcotics charges in the United States, has triggered massive protests across the country. Demonstrators flooded the streets around the National Assembly, chanting slogans in solidarity with the former president and denouncing the manner of his removal from office.

Many protesters argued that regardless of the allegations against Maduro, the military operation violated international norms and Venezuela’s sovereignty.

Inside the legislature, lawmakers reaffirmed their support for Rodriguez and re-elected her brother, Jorge Rodriguez, as Speaker of the National Assembly. Legislators also echoed campaign chants associated with Maduro’s disputed 2024 re-election, which had been rejected by the opposition and criticised by several Western nations.

Reports indicate that the operation, authorised by U.S. President Donald Trump, involved American forces entering Caracas and extracting Maduro and Flores before transporting them to the United States aboard a military aircraft.

Senior lawmaker Fernando Soto Rojas strongly condemned the action, accusing the U.S. president of assuming the role of global enforcer. He insisted that the move would ultimately fail and vowed continued resistance until Maduro is returned to the presidential palace in Caracas.

Related Topics:
Advertisement

latest

THE ULTIMATE SHUTOUT: APC Sweeps All Chairmanship Seats Across Ebonyi In Dramatic Poll Outcome!.

Published

10 hours ago

on

August 23, 2026

By

The All Progressives Congress (APC) has secured all 13 chairmanship positions and 171 councillorship seats contested in the Ebonyi State local government election.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

One of the prominent winners was Osborn Umahi, son of the Minister of Works, David Umahi, who emerged chairman-elect of Ohaozara Local Government Area.

Other APC candidates declared winners included Peace Agwu in Ishielu, Paul Ituma in Ohaukwu, Friday Nwuhuo in Ezza North and Chinedu Mkpuma in Ezza South.

Chidi Nwode won in Ikwo, while Timothy Nwachi emerged victorious in Afikpo. Ikechukwu Ogbofia secured Onicha, Michael Kalu Anyim won Ivo, and Simeon Onuoha was declared elected in Edda.

The other winners were Helen Aduga in Izzi, Chidiebere Alo in Abakaliki and Chibueze Odigwe in Ebonyi Local Government Area.

Speaking after announcing the results, Enyi described the election as peaceful and free, stressing that candidates from other political parties also took part.

He praised residents who participated in the poll, saying their turnout demonstrated their commitment to exercising their constitutional rights.

The EBSIEC chairman also commended security agencies for providing the necessary support before and during the election.

Following his declaration, Umahi thanked the electoral commission for what he described as the transparent and peaceful conduct of the election.

The Ohaozara chairman-elect said his administration would focus on improving rural communities, empowering young people and transforming agriculture.

The state APC chairman, Stanley Okoro Emegha, described the party’s performance as a reflection of its growing political influence in Ebonyi.

Emegha said the sweeping victory showed that the APC was gaining wider acceptance among residents, adding that the party was well positioned for the 2027 general elections.

He expressed confidence that the party would replicate its local government election success at the next general election.

Continue Reading

latest

MAINSTREAM OR BUST: APC Chieftain Drops Hard Truths On Why Ndigbo Must Stop Sitting On The Political Fence! .

Published

10 hours ago

on

August 23, 2026

By

  • The Cost of Isolation: An APC chieftain, Ikenna Azomchine, has cautioned that the south-eastern region’s self-imposed political alienation from President Bola Tinubu’s administration is deeply disadvantageous to the Igbo nation.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

    • A Shift Toward Collaboration: Speaking during a regional mobilization tour in Nibo, Anambra State, Azomchine emphasized that meaningful progress and a future path to the presidency rely on active engagement and collaboration with the federal government rather than opposition or confrontation.

    • Acknowledging Policy Shifts: Reflecting on his own years in opposition, Azomchine noted that he previously criticized the administration’s policies, but commended the president for listening to feedback and making necessary policy adjustments.

    • Tangible Benefits: He highlighted that the current administration has delivered increased federal appointments and vital infrastructural projects to Igboland compared to previous eras.

    • Building Broad Alliances: Azomchine concluded that no single geopolitical zone possesses the unilateral capacity to produce a president, underscoring the necessity of building strong political bridges across Nigeria’s diverse regions to achieve national aspirations.

Continue Reading

latest

‘NOWHERE TO RUN’: NAF Escalates Air Patrols And Strikes To Flush Out Criminal Enclaves.

Published

10 hours ago

on

August 23, 2026

By

The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has stepped up its aerial campaigns targeting terrorism, banditry, and kidnapping across the North-West, reinforced by an expanded air presence in Sokoto State to bolster joint security efforts.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

In an official update shared via its verified social media channel, the NAF stated that this strategic deployment is designed to strengthen aerial surveillance, maintain constant pressure on criminal networks, and improve the operational response time of security forces.

Given that criminal elements frequently exploit challenging terrains and mobility to evade ground troops, the deployment of rapid air assets aims to locate, disrupt, and restrict enemy movement. This approach provides ground forces with critical tactical advantages through improved air-ground coordination.

The initiative reflects the vision of the Chief of the Air Staff, Air Marshal Sunday Kelvin Aneke, to maintain a mission-ready and highly professional force working closely with sister services. The NAF reaffirmed its dedication to utilizing air power to protect citizens, dismantle criminal syndicates, and restore lasting stability to the region.

← Back

Thank you for your response. ✨

Continue Reading

Trending