Foreign Politics

PRESSURE MOUNTS ON UK PRIME MINISTER KEIR STARMER TO RESIGN

Pressure is mounting on British Prime Minister Keir Starmer to step down following his party’s poor performance in recent local council elections. Four ministers have resigned, joining dozens of lawmakers calling for his resignation or a leadership transition plan. However, over 100 Labour MPs have expressed support for him, arguing that the party should avoid

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Foreign General

39 Killed in Fresh Israeli Strikes on Lebanon as Cross-Border Violence Intensifies

At least 39 people have been killed following another day of intense Israeli airstrikes across Lebanon, according to the country’s health ministry. The ministry said one of the deadliest strikes hit the southern town of Saksakiyeh, where at least seven people were killed, including a child, as bombardments continued across multiple areas. The Israel Defense

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Economy Foreign General

WTO Chief Warns of “Worst Disruptions” in Global Trade in 80 Years

Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, Director-General of the World Trade Organization (WTO), has warned that the global trading system is facing the “worst disruptions in the past 80 years.” Over a four-day meeting in Yaounde, WTO members are set to discuss strategies to revitalise the institution, which has been weakened by geopolitical tensions, stalled negotiations, and rising protectionism.

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Foreign General

Middle East War Forces WHO to Suspend Operations at Dubai Logistics Hub

The United Nations has announced that the ongoing war in the Middle East has forced the World Health Organisation (WHO) to suspend operations at its global emergency logistics hub in Dubai. WHO Director-General, Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, disclosed that activities at the facility have been put on hold due to the deteriorating security situation in the

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Foreign Politics

Bombing Targets Iraqi Military Base, Kills Two

A bombing targeting an Iraqi military base housing a pro-Iran group has killed two people, according to Iraqi authorities. The attack struck a facility linked to the group, though officials have not provided detailed information on the identity of the victims or the exact circumstances surrounding the explosion. Meanwhile, reports indicate that the United States

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Politics Foreign

Trump Says U.S. Coordinated Sokoto Christmas Day Air Strikes With Nigeria

United States President Donald Trump has disclosed that the American government coordinated the Sokoto Christmas Day air strikes targeting ISIS militants in collaboration with the Nigerian government. Trump made the statement while addressing guests at the National Prayer Breakfast in Washington, D.C. According to him, the strikes were ordered to decimate ISIS fighters he accused

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Technology Economy Foreign General

Moniepoint’s 2025 Figures Reveal How Nigeria’s Fintech Sector Is Evolving

By Paul Chimodo Moniepoint’s 2025 performance figures, published as part of its year-in-review data and industry disclosures, provide more than a snapshot of company growth. The report, which details transaction volumes, lending activity, merchant usage and expansion plans, offers valuable insight into how Nigeria’s fintech sector is maturing and reshaping everyday economic activity. It was

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Foreign General

Referee, Student Among Hundreds Killed in Iran Anti-Government Protests

A referee and a student are among hundreds of people reportedly killed during widespread anti-government protests across Iran, according to accounts from friends and human rights organisations. A friend disclosed that Coach Amir Mohammad Koohkan, a referee, was hit by live ammunition on January 3 during protests in the town of Neyriz. The incident is

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Foreign Politics

Burkina Faso Says Plot to Kill Military Leader Traoré Foiled

Burkina Faso has announced that security forces have thwarted an alleged plot to assassinate the country’s military leader, Captain Ibrahim Traoré. The country’s Security Minister disclosed this in a late-night broadcast, stating that the plan was sophisticated and had been carefully coordinated. According to the minister, the alleged plot was masterminded by Lieutenant Colonel Paul

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Foreign General

US May Require Visa Bonds of Up to $15,000 for Nigerian Travellers

Nigerians and other travellers applying for the United States B1/B2 visas may now be required to post visa bonds of up to $15,000 under a new travel restriction introduced by the US State Department. Visa bonds are financial guarantees demanded by the US government from certain foreign nationals from countries classified as high-risk. The requirement

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