Venezuelan President Appears in U.S. Court After Arrest on Drug Charge

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NEW YORK — Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro has appeared before a United States federal court following his recent arrest and extradition, according to reports from international media outlets. Maduro was transported under heavy security to a federal courthouse in New York for an initial court appearance. The development marks a rare and significant moment in international criminal proceedings involving a sitting head of state. Background to the Case U.S. prosecutors accuse Maduro of involvement in drug trafficking and related criminal conspiracies. The charges stem from indictments first announced several years ago, alleging that senior Venezuelan officials participated in large-scale cocaine trafficking operations targeting the United States and other international destinations. The case had remained inactive due to Maduro’s position in power and the lack of extradition until his reported arrest. Court Proceedings During the initial appearance, procedural matters wer...

Defence Ministry Cracks Down on Misuse of Military Personnel



Kumasi, Ghana – In a significant move to restore discipline and accountability within Ghana's security framework, Defence Minister Dr. Edward Omane Boamah has announced a new directive to end the misuse of military personnel for personal gain. This initiative is a key component of the government’s broader "Reset Agenda."

The directive, shared by the Minister in a Facebook post on Tuesday, July 15, aims to prohibit the deployment of military personnel for private, non-official duties. This practice has long been a subject of public concern, often diverting essential resources and compromising the professional image of the armed forces.

Dr. Omane Boamah emphasized that this policy reinforces transparency and responsible governance, aligning with the professional obligations of the armed forces. The "Reset Agenda" seeks to enhance operational efficiency, uphold ethical standards, and ensure that military resources are solely dedicated to national security and public service.

This new measure is expected to be widely welcomed by the public, who have increasingly called for reforms to curb the exploitation of state resources and personnel. The Ministry of Defence is yet to release full details on the implementation and enforcement mechanisms of the directive, but the announcement itself signals a strong commitment from the government to uphold the integrity of its security institutions.

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