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North Korean Defects to South Korea by Crossing Heavily Fortified Border on Foot
North Korean Defects to South Korea by Crossing Heavily Fortified Border on Foot
A North Korean man has successfully defected to South Korea by crossing the heavily fortified border between the two nations on foot, the South Korean military confirmed on Tuesday. This rare direct defection occurred along the eastern front of the Korean Peninsula, a region heavily guarded and mined.
While tens of thousands of North Koreans have fled to the South since the end of the Korean War in 1953, most defect via China and other third countries like Thailand. Direct crossings of the inter-Korean border are uncommon due to the heavy military presence and natural obstacles.
The South Korean military intercepted the defector, who is suspected to be a North Korean soldier, and handed him over to the relevant authorities for investigation. “No unusual troop movements were observed in North Korea at the time of the defection,” the Joint Chiefs of Staff reported, adding that they could not confirm the exact details or motives behind the defection at this time.
According to South Korea’s Yonhap news agency, the defector is a senior sergeant in the North Korean army and received assistance from the South Korean military in his escape. Local reports indicate that the man, dressed in a North Korean military uniform, was intercepted while walking along a seaside road in eastern Gangwon Province.
This incident marks the second time in two weeks that a North Korean has managed to cross directly into the South. On August 8, another defector crossed the inter-Korean maritime border in the Yellow Sea.
Defections from North Korea sharply declined in 2020 when the country sealed its border with China due to the COVID-19 pandemic. However, in 2023, following Pyongyang’s reopening of the Chinese border, 196 North Koreans successfully defected to the South, a significant increase from the 67 recorded in 2022. The South Korean government has observed a rising trend of defections among North Korea’s elite, including diplomats and students abroad.
Entertainment
Tito Jackson, Michael Jackson’s Brother and Jackson 5 Member, Dies at 70; Nigerians Pay Tribute
Tito Jackson, Michael Jackson’s Brother and Jackson 5 Member, Dies at 70; Nigerians Pay Tribute
Tito Jackson, renowned as a member of the iconic Jackson 5 and the older brother of Michael Jackson, has passed away at the age of 70. His death has sparked a wave of mourning among fans in Nigeria and around the world.
Tito’s contributions to music and his role in the Jackson 5, a group that revolutionized pop music, are being remembered fondly.
Tributes are pouring in as fans and fellow musicians celebrate his legacy and the significant impact he had on the music industry.
Yobe Govt Donates N100m to Support Borno Flood Victims
Yobe State Governor, His Excellency Hon. Mai Mala Buni CON, has extended a N100 million donation to the Borno State Government to aid victims of the recent Maiduguri floods. The announcement was made during a sympathy visit to Governor Babagana Umara Zulum in Maiduguri on Saturday.
In addition to the state donation, Governor Buni also pledged a personal contribution of food items worth N50 million to assist those affected by the floods. He described the humanitarian crisis as devastating and urged everyone to come forward with support.
“Yobe and Borno states are like twins, sharing similar hardships. We must stand by each other in times of need,” Buni stated.
The Yobe Governor also expressed condolences for those who lost their lives in the disaster and wished a quick recovery for the injured.
Governor Zulum expressed gratitude to Governor Buni and the people of Yobe State for their generosity and solidarity. He highlighted the strong bond between the two states, noting that Buni’s administration has further strengthened the unity between Borno and Yobe.
“The people of Yobe and Borno are one family, and this support reinforces that connection. We deeply appreciate the gesture,” Zulum said.
Atiku, Fubara Arrive Benin for PDP’s Edo Gubernatorial Campaign Finale
Ahead of the upcoming Edo State gubernatorial elections, Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) chieftains, including 2023 presidential candidate Atiku Abubakar, have arrived in Benin for the party’s campaign grand finale.
Joining Atiku is Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara, both of whom are in Edo to bolster support for the party’s candidate, Asue Ighodalo, ahead of the September 21 election.
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The grand finale rally, set to take place in Oredo, Benin City, marks the PDP’s final push to secure victory in the closely watched gubernatorial race.
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