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Humanitarian Ceasefire Takes Effect in Ukraine’s Oleshky as UN Inquiry Accuses Russia of War Crimes Over Energy Infrastructure Attacks and Civilian Suffering

October 27, 2026 by Akinyemi Hannah

A local humanitarian ceasefire took effect early Tuesday in the Russian-occupied Ukrainian town of Oleshky, allowing aid workers to reach residents who have been cut off from regular supplies of food, medicine and other essentials. The temporary truce, brokered with involvement from U.S. intermediaries, is scheduled to last through the end of the week and … Read more

Israelis Vote in Pivotal Legislative Election as Netanyahu Seeks to Retain Power in First Poll Since October 7 Attacks with Record Turnout and Tight Race

October 27, 2026 by Akinyemi Hannah

Israelis went to the polls on Tuesday in the country’s first national election since the October 7 2023 attacks, casting ballots in what many described as a referendum on Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s leadership after three years of war. Polling stations opened at 7 a.m. local time and were scheduled to close at 10 p.m., … Read more

Oil at $101 and Rising: How the US-Iran War in the Strait of Hormuz Is Destroying Budgets Across Africa and the World

May 9, 2026 by admin

Global oil crisis triggered by the US-Iran conflict is not a distant geopolitical event for Nigerians, it is arriving at petrol stations, on airline ticket prices, in transport fares, and in the rising cost of food and electricity generation. Brent crude closed above $101 per barrel on Friday, May 9, 2026, after weeks of violent … Read more

INNOVALIGY®: 10 Precepts by Dr. Krystylle Richardson to Empower Everyday Innovators Now Accessible to Readers in Nigeria

October 2, 2025October 1, 2025 by admin

New Manual of Innovation “INNOVALIGY”: 10 Precepts to Empower the RISE of the Everyday Innovator, written by Dr. Krystylle Richardson, presents a transformative approach to innovation and leadership. Now reaching Africa after shaping thought leaders and entrepreneurs in the United States and Europe, the book serves as both a practical guide and a philosophy for … Read more

Tanzania’s October 2025 Elections Signal Deepening Democratic Crisis

August 4, 2025 by Adeshina Olalekan

Tanzania’s political climate is growing increasingly tense ahead of its October 2025 general elections, with signs pointing toward a significant erosion of democratic values in the East African nation. The disqualification of the main opposition party, Chama Cha Demokrasia na Maendeleo (CHADEMA), has sparked national and international concern about the legitimacy and transparency of the … Read more

Putin Signs Controversial Law to Fine Russians for Online Searches Linked to ‘Extremist Content’

July 31, 2025 by Adeshina Olalekan

Moscow, Russia –Russian President Vladimir Putin has officially signed a new law that introduces financial penalties for internet users who deliberately search for or access digital content labeled as “extremist” by Russian authorities. This law, which many international observers and human rights activists have described as a major assault on internet freedom and freedom of … Read more

US Hits $87 Billion in Tariffs by Mid-2025 Under Trump’s Trade Policies

July 31, 2025 by Adeshina Olalekan

WASHINGTON D.C., USA — The United States has recorded a historic surge in tariff revenue, raking in over $87 billion from import duties in just the first six months of 2025, according to fresh data from the U.S. Department of the Treasury, compiled by Agence France-Presse (AFP). This figure surpasses the total tariff revenue collected … Read more

2Baba Marries Natasha Osawaru in Grand Traditional Wedding in Abuja: Stunning Photos Spark Massive Reactions Online

July 31, 2025 by Adeshina Olalekan

ABUJA, Nigeria — In a move that has captivated both fans and culture enthusiasts across the country, Nigerian music legend 2Baba (Innocent Ujah Idibia) has officially wedded Natasha Osawaru in a vibrant traditional marriage ceremony held in Abuja on July 25, 2025. The private but culturally significant event has since gone viral after striking images … Read more

Vatican Sets May 7 for Conclave to Choose New Pope After Historic Era Ends

April 28, 2025 by Ferdinand Miracle

The Vatican announced on Monday that the conclave to elect the next leader of the Roman Catholic Church will officially begin on Wednesday, May 7. This critical event will gather cardinals from around the world within the sacred walls of the Vatican, where they will undertake the solemn duty of selecting the 267th pope. The … Read more

Sudan Bans All Imports from Kenya and Accuses Nairobi of Undermining Its Sovereignty

March 14, 2025 by Adeshina Olalekan

Sudan has announced an immediate suspension of all imports from Kenya in response to the East African country’s involvement with the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces. This decision follows a recent meeting in Nairobi where RSF leaders and their allied political factions signed a founding charter signaling their intent to establish a parallel government in Sudan. … Read more