UN flags Nigeria, Mali among 16 global hunger hotspots
A joint UN report has warned that worsening conflicts and funding gaps could push millions into famine, listing Nigeria among 16 global hunger hotspots.
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US, UN lift terror sanctions on Syria’s president ahead of White House visit
The United States has lifted global terrorist sanctions on Syria’s President Ahmed al-Sharaa ahead of his upcoming meeting with President Donald Trump, marking a major step toward Syria’s reintegration into the international community.
Naira strengthens as Nigeria exits global financial crime watchlist
Nigeria’s removal from the FATF grey list has strengthened the naira and renewed investor confidence, marking a milestone in the nation’s financial reform efforts.
Report links IPOB networks to global spread of ‘Christian genocide’ narrative
A new report by TheCable reveals that online networks linked to IPOB significantly amplified global claims of a “Christian genocide” in Nigeria, intertwining separatist, religious, and international political narratives.
Ohanaeze Youth Council urge Igbos worldwide to observe peaceful sit-at-home October 20
The Ohanaeze Youth Council has announced a total lockdown across Igbo communities in Nigeria and abroad on October 20 to demand the release of IPOB leader Nnamdi Kanu, urging unity and restraint during the peaceful protest.
Interpol confirms arrest of Nigerian in Argentina over global romance scams
Interpol has confirmed the arrest of Nigerian fugitive Ikechukwu N. in Argentina over alleged romance scams and cybercrime, marking the first Red and Silver Notice capture in the country.
Russia arrests dual citizen accused of global organ trafficking ring
Russian authorities have detained Boris Wolfman, a Ukrainian-Israeli national, accusing him of running a global organ trafficking network that offered expedited kidney, heart, and liver transplants to clients across several Western countries under the guise of a company he claimed operated by “God’s will.”
UN warns climate change is disrupting global water cycle
A UN report warns that climate change is causing unprecedented instability in the global water cycle—marked by both worse droughts and more intense floods—while stressing the need for improved monitoring and adaptation.
Global school attacks rise by 44%, Nigeria placed 4th – UN
Attacks on schools in conflict zones surged by a staggering 44 percent over the past year, leaving Nigeria ranked fourth with 2,436 verified grave violations, according to the UN’s 2024 Annual Report on Children and Armed Conflict.
Africa’s role in global tech development remains vital – FUTA Don
Professor Olayinka Awopetu pointed this out while delivering the 184th inaugural lecture of the Federal University of Technology Akure FUTA