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Mandela’s Legacy Now Rests with Us All, Says UN Chief at 2025 Mandela Day Ceremony
UN Secretary-General António Guterres has called on the global community to uphold the legacy of former South African President Nelson Mandela, declaring that the responsibility to advance…
Pakistani Journalist Swept Away On Live TV While Reporting Deadly Floods
A Pakistani television reporter from GTV was swept away by raging floodwaters during a live broadcast while covering the devastating monsoon floods in Kot Chatta, sparking concern and…
Nigerian Woman Arrested with N6m Worth of Drugs at Indian Railway Station
Indian authorities have arrested a Nigerian woman, Etumudon Doris, for allegedly smuggling illegal drugs worth over ₦6 million at Panvel Railway Station near Mumbai.
The arrest was made…
Don’t Visit Edo Without My Permission, Governor Okpebholo Warns Peter Obi
Edo State Governor, Monday Okpebholo, has warned Labour Party’s 2023 presidential candidate, Peter Obi, against visiting the state without first notifying him.
Speaking on Friday, July…
Naira Ends Week Bullish, Gains 77 Kobo Against Dollar at Official Market
The naira appreciated by 77 kobo against the U.S. dollar on Friday, July 18, 2025, closing the week at N1,532.34/$1 at the official market.
This marks a 0.05 per cent gain from…
Wildfire Near Madrid Blankets Spanish Capital in Thick Smoke
An out-of-control wildfire burning on the outskirts of Madrid sent a vast cloud of smoke over the Spanish capital on Friday, as large parts of the country face extreme heat and fire…
South Korea Ends Private Adoptions After Rights Abuse Findings
South Korea will officially end the long-standing practice of outsourcing adoptions to private agencies, following a damning investigation that uncovered systemic rights violations in its…
Brazil’s Bolsonaro Ordered to Wear Ankle Monitor Amid Fears of Flight to U.S.
Brazil’s Supreme Court on Friday ordered former President Jair Bolsonaro to wear an electronic ankle monitor, stay off social media, and cut ties with diplomats and political allies…
NHRC seeks reforms in correctional centres
The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has called for reforms in correctional centres, highlighting the dire conditions across the country.
This is contained in a statement…
UN chief condemns Israeli strike on Gaza church
UN Secretary-General António Guterres has condemned the Israeli strike that hit the only Catholic church in the Gaza Strip.
Three people were killed and at least 10 others were…