DA Calls for Fines Against President Ramaphosa Over Alleged Electioneering Boost
The Democratic Alliance (DA) has called for President Cyril Ramaphosa to be fined for allegedly using a national address on May 18, 2024, to promote the ANC ahead of the upcoming general elections. The DA claims this act violates the Electoral Act, which prohibits electioneering during national addresses. The party has submitted a formal complaint to the Electoral Commission of South Africa (IEC).
Muhammadu Sanusi II Poised for Restoration as Emir of Kano After Legislative Move
Reports suggest that Muhammadu Sanusi II may soon be reinstated as the Emir of Kano. The Kano State House of Assembly passed a bill to nullify the law that dethroned Sanusi and other emirs in 2019. Now, Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf's signature is awaited for Sanusi II's return to the throne. This legislative move signals a significant shift in the state's political and traditional landscape.
CNN Political Analyst Alice Stewart Dies After Medical Emergency
Alice Stewart, a CNN political commentator and strategist, passed away at 58 after a medical emergency in Northern Virginia. Known for her Emmy Award-winning journalism, she aided Republican figures like Huckabee and Cruz and critiqued Trump's campaign.