Cuban Labour Minister Resigns Amid Outcry Over Denial of Begging During Economic Crisis

Cuba’s Minister of Labour and Social Security, Marta Elena Feitó-Cabrera, has stepped down following a wave of public outrage over her controversial remarks denying the existence of beggars in Cuba—comments made as the country grapples with a deepening economic crisis. Feitó-Cabrera sparked fury during a National Assembly session earlier this week when she dismissed visible […]

U.S. Strikes Trade Deal with Indonesia, Averts Higher Tariffs After Last-Minute Talks

The United States has reached a major trade agreement with Indonesia, heading off the threat of steep tariffs after intense, last-minute negotiations between the two countries’ leaders. President Donald Trump confirmed the deal on Tuesday, saying it would significantly boost U.S. exports while preserving Washington’s leverage against transshipment violations. Under the new agreement, Indonesian imports […]

Akpabio Appeals Court Ruling on Natasha’s Suspension, Alleges Judicial Overreach

Senate President Godswill Akpabio has filed an appeal challenging the July 4, 2025 judgment of the Federal High Court that nullified the suspension of Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan and advised her recall to the Senate. In a notice of appeal dated July 14, Akpabio’s lead counsel, Kehinde Ogunwumiju (SAN), described the ruling by Justice Binta Nyako as a violation of the doctrine of separation of powers and […]

Buhari Laid to Rest at His Daura Residence

Former President Muhammadu Buhari has been laid to rest at his Daura residence in Katsina State, with President Bola Tinubu, Vice President Kashim Shettima, and several African leaders in attendance. Among dignitaries who joined in paying their final respects were Chadian President Muhammed Déby, Guinea-Bissau’s President Umaro Sissoco Embaló, and Prime Minister of Niger Republic, Ali Mahamane Lamine Zeine. The funeral prayer, led by Chief Imam of Daura, […]

Adesina: Buhari Might’ve Died Earlier If Treated in Nigerian Hospitals

Femi Adesina, former presidential spokesman, has said that late President Muhammadu Buhari might not have lived as long as he did if he had relied on Nigerian hospitals for medical care. Speaking on Tuesday during a Channels Television special broadcast covering Buhari’s funeral, Adesina defended the late president’s long-standing preference for medical treatment in London, insisting it was not a political decision […]

Ebonyi Governor Reshuffles Cabinet

Governor Francis Nwifuru of Ebonyi State has approved a minor cabinet reshuffle aimed at boosting administrative efficiency and accelerating developmental goals. The changes were announced during the State Executive Council (EXCO) meeting held on Monday at the Government House, Abakaliki. Addressing the council, Nwifuru urged members to reflect on their performance and recommit to effective service delivery. Key redeployments include: Jude Chikadibia Okpor, formerly Commissioner for Information and […]

Trump Says He’s “Disappointed but Not Done” with Putin in Candid BBC Interview

In a rare and revealing phone call with the BBC, U.S. President Donald Trump expressed deep frustration with Russian President Vladimir Putin, declaring he is “disappointed but not done” with the Russian leader. Speaking from the Oval Office, Trump was pressed on whether he still trusted Putin. His response: “I trust almost no one.” The […]

Iran to Hold High-Level Talks with Russia and China at SCO Summit Amid Post-War Diplomatic Push

Iran has announced it will hold bilateral meetings with Russia and China during the upcoming Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) summit, as it seeks diplomatic support following last month’s 12-day air conflict with Israel. Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi confirmed the plans in a statement posted to Telegram, emphasizing the significance of talks with both counterparts. […]

UK Resumes Syrian Asylum Processing After Seven-Month Suspension, Signals Possible Deportations

The UK government has restarted processing asylum and settlement claims from Syrian nationals, ending a seven-month freeze that began following the collapse of President Bashar al-Assad’s regime last December. In a written statement to Parliament on Monday, Asylum Minister Dame Angela Eagle confirmed that the Home Office has resumed decisions on Syrian cases, stating it […]