-
Drone Strike in Southern Sudan Kills Six UN Peacekeepers Amid Escalating Conflict
Six UN Peacekeepers Killed in Drone Attack on Kadugli Base Kadugli, South Kordofan – December 13, 2025: Six United Nations peacekeepers from Bangladesh were tragically killed in a drone strike on a UN facility in Kadugli, the capital of South Kordofan state in southern Sudan. The attack also left six others injured, including four in
-
Trapped, Starving, and Living in Fear: Civilians Struggle in Besieged Sudan City of Kadugli
Escalating Conflict Leaves Civilians Trapped in Kadugli Kadugli, South Kordofan – December 15, 2025: In Sudan’s embattled Kordofan region, civilians in the city of Kadugli are trapped in a state of extreme fear and deprivation as the ongoing war between the Sudanese army and the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF) intensifies. Two and a half
-
Hong Kong: Jimmy Lai Faces Life Imprisonment Following Controversial National Security Conviction
Hong Kong – December 15, 2025: Jimmy Lai, the prominent Hong Kong pro-democracy media tycoon and founder of Apple Daily, now faces life imprisonment following a conviction on multiple national security and sedition charges. This ruling marks one of the most significant and closely watched judicial decisions since Hong Kong returned to Chinese sovereignty in
-
Cold Chain Shortages and Other Challenges Hamper Nigeria’s Banana Export Potential
Despite being the fourth-largest banana producer globally, Nigeria faces major hurdles in tapping into the $140 billion global banana market. Experts point to issues like poor quality control, inadequate cold chain infrastructure, pests and diseases (e.g., Panama disease and Black Sigatoka), and low value addition as key barriers. Experts stress that with better supply consistency,
-
UK Condemns “Politically Motivated” Conviction of Jimmy Lai in Hong Kong
London – The UK government has strongly condemned the conviction of Hong Kong media tycoon and British citizen Jimmy Lai, describing the prosecution as “politically motivated.” Lai, 78, founder of the now-defunct Apple Daily, was found guilty under Hong Kong’s Beijing-imposed National Security Law for conspiracy and sedition charges. He has been in custody since
-
Jimmy Lai: The Rise and Fall of Hong Kong’s Media Mogul and Pro-Democracy Icon
Hong Kong – Jimmy Lai, the 78-year-old founder of Apple Daily and lifelong pro-democracy activist, was convicted on national security charges on December 15, 2025, marking the latest chapter in a life deeply intertwined with Hong Kong’s fight for democracy. The verdict, widely anticipated, concludes a landmark trial that highlighted the city’s shrinking political freedoms
-
Seplat Energy Plc Wins Three Major Awards
Seplat Energy Plc has been recognized for excellence across finance, upstream operations, and sustainability, strengthening its reputation as a leading African energy company. The awards underscore Seplat’s strategic execution, operational resilience, and commitment to innovation and social impact, affirming its position as an industry leader locally and globally.
-
Hong Kong Media Mogul Jimmy Lai Convicted on National Security Charges
Hong Kong – Pro-democracy media tycoon Jimmy Lai has been found guilty on all three national security charges, a verdict that has drawn widespread international criticism and raised alarm over press freedoms in the Chinese financial hub. The 78-year-old founder of the now-defunct Apple Daily newspaper faces up to life imprisonment, though he can appeal
-
Afghanistan Neighbors Meet in Iran for Regional Talks, Taliban Government Stays Away
Tehran, Iran – Afghanistan’s neighboring countries convened in Tehran on Sunday to discuss regional cooperation on political, economic, and security challenges, while the Taliban-led government of Kabul chose not to attend. The gathering, organized by Iran, included representatives from China, Pakistan, Tajikistan, Uzbekistan, Turkmenistan, and Russia, highlighting the strategic importance of Afghanistan despite its absence.
-
Lai Mohammed Says Banditry in Northern Nigeria Extends Beyond Kidnapping
Former Minister of Information and Culture, Lai Mohammed, has urged Nigerians to understand banditry beyond just kidnapping, emphasizing that it is often linked to control over resources. Speaking on Sunrise Daily (Channels Television), Mohammed noted that banditry has historical roots, citing a town hall meeting in Katsina where it was highlighted that the first recorded
Hi, this is a comment. To get started with moderating, editing, and deleting comments, please visit the Comments screen in…