Kenya’s National Assembly has granted authorization for the deployment of the Kenya Defence Forces to assist in controlling ongoing protests sparked by the Finance Bill. This move is intended to support the National Police Service and restore order in areas experiencing violent demonstrations.
President Bola Tinubu described his fall at the Democracy Day celebration at Eagle Square as a Yoruba greeting made in honor of democracy. During a dinner at the Presidential Villa, he joked about the incident, mentioning its appearance on social media. Although downplayed by his media aide, the incident sparked reactions from various political figures including Peter Obi and Atiku Abubakar, who both commented on the matter.
Portugal's Socialist Party and the far-right Chega party have blocked the government's budget proposal, citing economic instability. This collaboration marks the second instance of opposition parties uniting over fiscal concerns. Prime Minister Costa's administration faces criticism, with the country's high debt levels and the handling of the post-pandemic economy at the forefront of the debate. Early elections loom as a consequence.
Narendra Modi's BJP has claimed victory in India's 2024 elections, though it looks to fall short of an outright majority. Despite this, Modi hails the win as historic. Opposition leader Rahul Gandhi praised the electorate for upholding constitutional values. Meanwhile, India's stock markets saw a downturn amidst the tighter-than-expected race.
Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara has boldly responded to former Governor Nyesom Wike's regret over his political endorsement. Fubara's stance challenges the criticism by emphasizing his leadership role and refuting Wike's derogatory remarks about his career progression.