United Nations Resident and Humanitarian Coordinator in Nigeria, Matthias Schmale, emphasised the imperative need for continuous backing to address the escalating humanitarian crisis in northeast Nigeria. Speaking at a news conference in New York, Schmale stressed, “We are part of the global trend in Nigeria of increasing humanitarian needs, with funding not holding up to Read More…
Former U.S. First Lady Rosalynn Carter, revered for her tireless advocacy in mental health causes, passed away at the age of 96 at her home in Plains, Georgia. President Jimmy Carter, who referred to her as “an extension of myself,” announced her death, stating that she passed away surrounded by her family after entering hospice Read More…
The British are known masters of diplomacy and politics. This is exemplified in the quote by its former Prime Minister Winston Churchill who said: “’Tact is the ability to tell someone to go to hell in such a way that they look forward to the trip.” That was how Britain, an island in the North Read More…
Following a closely contested election, Liberia’s President George Weah gracefully conceded defeat to opposition leader Joseph Boakai. Weah’s acknowledgement of defeat marks the end of a presidency shadowed by corruption allegations, ensuring a seamless transition of power in the once-turbulent African nation. Boakai, a 78-year-old former vice president who previously lost to Weah in the Read More…
The Liberia Elections Commission disclosed on Thursday that opposition leader Joseph Boakai is currently holding a narrow advantage in the run-off election, securing 50.6% of the vote compared to President George Weah’s 49.4%. This update comes after the tabulation of results from approximately 87% of polling stations in the West African nation. Following the initial Read More…
Sen. Oluremi Tinubu arrived in Freetown, Sierra Leone, on Thursday to collaborate with her counterpart, Fatima Jannie-Bio, in commemorating the UN Day Against Rape and Girl-Child Exploitation. Upon her arrival, she was warmly received by Mrs. Jannie-Bio, and the two dignitaries embarked on a boat ride into Freetown, where they were greeted by vibrant Nigerian Read More…
The Vatican solidified its stance against Freemasonry, reaffirming the ban on Catholics joining the centuries-old secretive society. The Catholic Church, historically hostile towards Freemasonry, highlighted the irreconcilable differences between Catholic doctrine and Freemasonry, declaring it prohibited for faithful Catholics to be active members. “Incompatibility between Catholic doctrine and Freemasonry prohibits active membership by the faithful,” Read More…
Britain’s Supreme Court delivered a significant blow to Prime Minister Rishi Sunak on Wednesday, ruling the government’s plan to send asylum seekers to Rwanda as unlawful. This decision, just ahead of an anticipated election next year, rattles Sunak’s immigration policy. The proposed strategy aimed to relocate tens of thousands of asylum seekers, who arrived in Read More…
Israeli forces intensified their offensive in Gaza, targeting hospitals and residential areas. Tanks positioned near Al Shifa Hospital hint at a dire situation within healthcare facilities, with reports of patient deaths, including infants, due to power shortages amid the ongoing conflict. US President Biden urged hospital protection, signalling ongoing negotiations via Qatar for a potential Read More…
Early voting commenced in Liberia for the pivotal runoff election between President George Weah and former Vice President Joseph Boakai, both locked in a tight race after falling short of the 50% threshold required for an outright victory in the initial round. The first round reflected a narrow margin, with former soccer star Weah securing Read More…
