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A GREAT LESSON FROM AMERICA’S MASSIVE/UNCOMPROMISED DEPORTATION

April 6, 2025

As a Risk Expert, I am fully aware of the phenomenon that everyone, globally, practises risk management consciously or unconsciously. Personal savings, establishment of more than one business, insurance of all forms, SSNIT contributions, periodic medical checkups, backups of data, of contacts, of personal information, etc. on Google, Clouds, etc. are all varying shades of...

S/Court Verdict Triumph For Democratic, Unity-LP NCC

April 6, 2025

The landmark ruling of the Supreme Court delivered yesterday over the Labour Party (LP) leadership crisis has been hailed as a significant victory not only for the party but also for Nigeria’s democracy. The ruling saw the removal of Julius Abure as national chairman of the Labour Party. In a statement celebrating the historic judgement...

Trump Hits Ghana with New Tariffs after Comments from VP

April 6, 2025

n a unilateral U.S. action, new tariffs of 10% on Ghanaian goods have been imposed and are alleged to be directly related to Ghana’s Vice President Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang recent scathing comments on U.S. aid cuts. This came after she openly criticized cuts in U.S. aid, prompting a biting response from Mr. Trump, who is...

President Mahama to Swear in New IGP, COP Yohuno

March 14, 2025

President John Dramani Mahama is set to swear in the newly appointed Inspector General of Police (IGP), COP Christian Tetteh Yohuno, today, March 14. This comes after the unexpected removal of Dr. George Akuffo Dampare from his post, as part of ongoing discussions around security sector reforms under the current administration. Dr. Dampare’s dismissal has...

Starmer meets with HOC After his Meeting with Trump

March 6, 2025

After his meeting with U.S. President Donald Trump at the White House on February 27, 2025, UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer addressed the House of Commons to brief Members of Parliament (MPs) on the discussions. During this session, Starmer emphasized the importance of continued support for Ukraine and outlined the UK’s role in forthcoming peace...

World Leaders React to Trump Zelensky Convo

March 1, 2025

European Leaders’ Reactions French President Emmanuel Macron’s statement reiterating support for Ukraine emphasizes the importance of respecting those who have been fighting since the beginning. This stance underscores France’s commitment to Ukraine’s sovereignty and territorial integrity. Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez’s multilingual social media post, “Ucrania, España está contigo” (Ukraine, Spain stands with you), demonstrates...

Moroccan King Urges Citizens to Refrain from Slaughtering Sheep for Eid al-Adha Due to Drought-Induced Shortages

March 1, 2025

In light of significant drought conditions impacting the country, King Mohammed VI of Morocco has called on citizens to refrain from slaughtering sheep for the upcoming Eid al-Adha celebration. The severe drought has led to a reduction in livestock herds, prompting concerns about food security and the sustainability of the agricultural sector. In a public...

Zelensky to Meet Trump in Washington to Sign Minerals Deal

February 27, 2025

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky is scheduled to meet with US President Donald Trump in Washington on Friday to sign a significant agreement regarding the sharing of Ukraine’s mineral resources. This bilateral deal, described by Zelensky as preliminary, aims to pave the way for further agreements that would include US security guarantees to deter renewed Russian...

Zelensky Observes 3rd Anniversary Of Moscow Invasion

February 25, 2025

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky commemorated the third anniversary of the full-scale conflict with Russia, praising the “absolute heroism” of Ukrainians in defending their country against unprovoked Russian aggression. The event was marked by a summit in Kyiv, attended by top European leaders, who reaffirmed their support for Ukraine’s sovereignty and territorial integrity.¹ The European Union...

USA Absent At G20 Foreign Ministers Meeting in South Africa.

February 21, 2025

In a historic gathering, South Africa hosted the first G20 foreign ministers meeting on February 20, 2025, in Johannesburg, marking the first time the event has taken place on the African continent. The meeting, which brought together top diplomats from the world’s largest economies, was opened by South African President Cyril Ramaphosa, who called for...