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G.A. Agbesinyale writes: Sedina Tamakloe Attionu in a comfortable lead to Accra
Irony of ironies. Who would have believed how things have turned out this week in the Republic’s extradition matters? Earlier this year, our now stupefied-into-silence Attorney General announced to the world that he had proceeded with the extradition of Ken Ofori-Atta, former Finance Minister, and Sedina Attionu, forme...
Dr. Ato Forson congratulates Benin’s former Finance Minister on inauguration as President
Finance Minister, Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson, has congratulated Benin’s former Finance Minister, Romuald Wadagni, following his inauguration as President of the Republic of Benin. Dr. Forson joined other dignitaries in Cotonou for the historic swearing-in ceremony, where he represented John Dramani Mahama. President Wadagn...
Mercy Johnson faces backlash over $18.24 menstrual kit
Mercy Johnson Okojie has come under criticism online following her unveiling as a brand ambassador for Girls Tag, a menstrual care brand reportedly priced at ₦25,000 ($18.24). Girls Tag, described as an all-in-one period care pack designed for girls aged nine and above, recently launched with Mercy Johnson and her daug...
Dozens killed in Lebanon as Israeli troops expand ground campaign
An intensive wave of Israeli airstrikes and expanding ground operations killed dozens of people across southern and eastern Lebanon on Tuesday. The heavy bombardment followed a direct vow from Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to step up military actions against Hezbollah. Lebanon’s health ministry confirmed th...
DR Congo takes Rwanda to international court over decades of conflict
The Democratic Republic of Congo has filed a case against Rwanda at the International Court of Justice (ICJ), accusing its neighbour of breaching multiple international treaties. In a statement, DR Congo said Rwanda had dispatched forces and backed armed groups to carry out unlawful military operations on its territory...
The world is shaped by decisions – and history shows why
Walking through Gdańsk’s historic shipyards, history feels remarkably close. The towering cranes overlook a place where workers’ demands for freedom and independent trade unions helped reshape Poland’s political future and influence democratic change across Europe. It is a reminder that history is often driven not by i...
Oil extends slide on expectations of smoother crude flows via Hormuz
Oil prices fell more than 1% on Wednesday, extending this week’s losses and trading near four-month lows, amid signs that more oil tankers stranded in the Gulf are set to move out of the Strait of Hormuz. Brent crude futures fell 78 cents, or 1.0%, at $76.30 a barrel as of 0350 GMT. U.S. West […]
Clashes as Venezuelan prisoners protest over alleged mistreatment
Violent clashes have erupted between inmates and security personnel at a prison in the Venezuelan state of Barinas. Extra security forces were deployed to the jail after prisoners climbed the roof and burned mattresses in protest at their alleged mistreatment. Witnesses reported hearing explosions and inmates said they...
Oil prices fall 5% to 3-month low on hopes Strait of Hormuz will open
Oil prices fell about 5% for a second day in a row to a three-month low on Tuesday as details emerged of an interim deal to end the war in the Middle East and reopen the Strait of Hormuz, including an agreement allowing Iran to sell oil. Brent crude futures fell $4.21, or 5.1%, to settle at $78.96 […]
Russian artist and Putin critic shot dead in Poland
Police in Poland are investigating the murder of a Russian artist and vocal critic of President Vladimir Putin. Polish prosecutors said Robert K, known as the artist Semyon Skrepetsky, was shot dead on Monday morning in the Polish town of Biała Podlaska, about 40km (25 miles) from the Belarusian border. The 44-year-old...
Cardi B hit by $60,000 credit card fraud
Grammy-winning rapper Cardi B has reportedly fallen victim to a $60,000 credit card fraud incident involving unauthorised transactions on her account. The incident is said to have occurred after her American Express card was compromised, leading to multiple high-value purchases being made at luxury retail outlets befor...
Gunfire and explosions heard at Niger capital’s airport
Explosions and gunfire were heard early on Thursday at the airport in Niger’s capital, Niamey, residents have told the BBC. “I heard the first gunshots at 06:00 local time (05:00 GMT) while I was at the mosque. But the current situation is under control,” one person said. The gunfire, which lasted for two hours, came [...