Civic liberties across West Africa are declining rapidly, with Nigeria ranking highest in the number of recorded violations within the sub-region. This was disclosed in a recent report released by the Spaces for Change (S4C), highlighting a growing threat to democratic rights across multiple countries. The report, titled Civic Space in West Africa: Trends, Threats […]
Nigeria has reached a new bilateral agreement with the United Kingdom that allows British authorities to return thousands of failed asylum applicants and convicted individuals back to the West African country. The agreement was officially signed by Interior Minister Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo and UK Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood during the official state visit of President Bola […]
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Former Nigerian Ambassador to Ireland, Ijeoma Obiezu, has stated that Nigeria does not require fresh Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) or new bilateral agreements at this time. She made this statement during an appearance on Prime Time on Arise Television on Thursday, where she explained that the country should concentrate on fully utilizing the agreements that […]
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Tensions in the Middle East have escalated sharply as Iran extended its attacks on key regional energy infrastructures, prompting urgent warnings from Gulf Arab nations. The states have labeled Iran’s latest strikes as a highly dangerous escalation, signaling potential direct military involvement if the situation worsens. The escalation followed Tehran’s retaliation against Qatar’s largest gas […]
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Joe Kent, the former head of counterintelligence who stepped down from his position as National Counterterrorism Center (NCTC) Director amid the escalating conflict with Iran, is reportedly being investigated by the FBI for allegedly leaking classified material. Kent’s resignation was delivered through a sharply-worded letter criticizing U.S. involvement in the Iran conflict, citing ethical concerns […]
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Tension surrounding Iran’s control of the Strait of Hormuz is creating global concern over fuel shortages, but in India the impact is reaching far beyond petrol stations. Restaurants, tea stalls, and street food vendors are struggling to keep popular snacks like samosas and traditional chai available, as cooking gas supplies become limited in several regions […]
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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has revealed that more than 200 Ukrainian military specialists have been deployed to the Gulf region and parts of the Middle East to help allied nations defend against drone attacks linked to Iran. According to the Ukrainian leader, the move is part of a broader international security cooperation aimed at countering […]
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Since the joint military action carried out by the United States and Israel against Iran on February 28, the objectives surrounding the conflict have evolved several times. Early narratives included the possibility of regime change in Iran, preventive action to stop a potential strike against Israel, limiting Iran’s regional influence, and ensuring stability for shipping […]
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Tensions in the Middle East continue to rise after Israeli officials issued a warning to Iran’s newly appointed Supreme Leader, stating that they are fully aware of his location. The statement came shortly after former United States President Donald Trump publicly suggested that the Iranian leader might no longer be alive. Reports indicate that Mojtaba […]
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Prime Minister Kim Min-seok of South Korea held a brief yet significant meeting with U.S. President Donald Trump at the White House in Washington, D.C., on the 13th, lasting approximately 20 minutes. The discussion primarily centered around U.S.-North Korea diplomatic dialogue. Interestingly, this meeting was not scheduled in advance but was arranged through Pastor Paula […]
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In January of last year, members of the Basij militia, a paramilitary organization associated with the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC), were seen marching through downtown Tehran, Iran’s capital. The members, dressed in black masks and red headbands, carried missile replicas emblazoned with slogans such as “God is with Gaza,” “Quds (Jerusalem), we are coming,” […]
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In a historic and deeply emotional event, Ivory Coast has officially welcomed home a sacred drum that was looted by French forces during colonial times. The cultural artefact, known as the Djidji Ayôkwé (Panther Lion), had been taken from the country over a century ago and is now returning to its rightful place. The drum […]
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Zimbabwe previously reached an agreement to pay about $3.5 billion as compensation for infrastructure and developments on farmland that was taken during the land reform period. Many elderly white farmers who lost their properties more than twenty years ago during the rule of Robert Mugabe are still waiting to receive the money owed to them. […]
