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The Punch 

JUST IN: Appeal court upholds Ododo’s election as Kogi governor

The Appeal Court in Abuja has confirmed Usman Ododo’s election as the Governor of Kogi State. On Thursday, a three-member panel of the court delivered a judgment dismissing the election petition filed by the Social Democratic Party and its governorship candidate, Murtala Ajaka. The appellate court dismissed the appellants’ claims, saying that they failed to

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United Press International (UPI.com) 

Consumer prices increase 0.1% in June, matching expectations

The consumer price index, a key indicator looked at by the Federal Reserve, declined a seasonally adjusted 0.1% in June from last month and 3.0% for the past 12 months, according to the latest figures.

Phys.org 

New class of fast-degrading fluorinated plastics can help prevent PFAS accumulation

Chemists at the University of Bayreuth, in collaboration with researchers from Berlin, have produced a new class of fluorinated polymers that degrade 20 times faster than their non-fluorinated equivalents. These results can help to prevent the accumulation of the industrially used fluorine compounds PFAS, also known as "forever chemicals," in the environment. The study has been published in the journal Chemical Communications.

Economictimes.indiatimes.com 

New Recruitment Policy: CISF and BSF set aside 10% constable jobs for former Agniveers

India's government has allocated 10% of CISF and BSF constable positions for former Agniveers under the Agnipath scheme, aimed at rejuvenating security forces with younger recruits. This move follows debates in Parliament over the scheme's effectiveness. CISF and BSF directors detailed the recruitment process, highlighting exemptions and age relaxations for ex-Agniveers. The initiative aims to integrate experienced personnel into critical security roles, reflecting the government's commitment to strengthening national security.

TheHill.com 

Biden campaign making Project 2025 key focus of GOP convention messaging

The Democratic National Committee (DNC) and Biden campaign are planning to flood the zone at the Republican National Convention (RNC) next week to highlight former President Trump’s agenda should he win reelection. The campaign will pay for billboards, hold press conferences and put surrogates on the ground in Milwaukee, Wis., putting an emphasis on Project...

The Herald 

Rwanda Embassy commemorates 30th Liberation Day

Joseph Madzimure Zimpapers Politics Hub The Rwanda Embassy in Zimbabwe is commemorating the 30th Rwanda Liberation Day in Harare. Several countries are attending the commemorations through their embassies. Minister of Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Frederick Shava is the guest honour. The event is a celebration of Rwanda’s rebirth and highlights its development trajectory ever since the […]