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By Obinna Uballa Tens of thousands of Filipinos poured into the streets of Manila on Sunday to protest a massive corruption scandal tied to flood-control projects, clashing with police in the country’s largest anti-graft demonstrations in years. The Philippines protests come against a backdrop of growing unrest across Asia. In recent weeks, demonstrators in Nepal…
September 21, 2025
By Obinna Uballa Guineans troop to the polls on Sunday in a long-awaited referendum on a new constitution that could clear the way for coup leader Mamady Doumbouya to run for president, marking a critical step in the country’s transition from military to civilian rule. The 6.7 million eligible voters are deciding whether to adopt…
September 21, 2025
By Abiola Olawale Prominent human rights groups, Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) and Amnesty International Nigeria have written a letter to President Bola Tinubu, demanding the dropping of cybercrime and defamation charges against human rights activist, Omoyele Sowore, alongside techy powerhouses X (formerly Twitter) and Facebook. The call was issued in a joint letter…
September 21, 2025
By Abiola Olawale The race for the next Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) chairman has intensified with two prominent Southwest figures; INEC national commissioner for Information and Voter Education, Sam Olumekun, and a University of Lagos don specializing in political science and governance, Professor Bashiru Olamilekan, reportedly in the race to make history as the…
September 20, 2025
By Obinna Uballa Journalist, activist, and author Richard Akinnola has cautioned Nigerian youths against fuelling ethnic divisions, warning that ignorance of history could push the country into another crisis. Speaking at his 67th birthday celebration in Lagos, themed “Handshake Across the Niger: The Yoruba - Igbo Detente”, Akinnola stressed the importance of unity and historical…
September 20, 2025
By Abiola Olawale Liverpool FC has continued its flawless start to the 2025/26 English Premier League season, securing a hard-fought 2-1 victory over rivals Everton in a Merseyside derby at Anfield. The win ensured Liverpool maintained their 100% record, solidifying their position at the top of the Premier League table. The New Diplomat reports that…
September 20, 2025
By Abiola Olawale President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is scheduled to attend the coronation of Senator Rashidi Adewolu Ladoja as the 0 Olubadan of Ibadanland. The grand ceremony is scheduled for Friday, September 26, 2025, at the iconic Mapo Hall in Ibadan, Oyo State. The New Diplomat reports that the ascension of Oba Ladoja, a seasoned…
September 20, 2025
By Obinna Uballa The iPhone 17 went on sale globally on Friday, drawing long lines from Beijing to Singapore as Apple launched its latest flagship amid fierce competition in China and lingering doubts over its artificial intelligence strategy. In Beijing, eager buyers camped overnight outside Apple’s flagship store in Sanlitun, CNBC reported. Liu, the first…
September 19, 2025
By Abiola Olawale A Nigerian national living in the United Kingdom (UK), identified as Farouk Adekunle Adepoju, has been arrested and is facing extradition to the United States for allegedly hacking into a Pennsylvania university's systems. According to federal prosecutors, Adepoju was also accused of allegedly siphoning more than $235,000 through sophisticated wire fraud tactics.…
September 19, 2025
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By Obinna Uballa Tens of thousands of Filipinos poured into the streets of Manila on Sunday to protest a massive corruption scandal tied to flood-control projects, clashing with police in the country’s largest anti-graft demonstrations in years. The Philippines protests come against a backdrop of growing unrest across Asia. In recent weeks, demonstrators in Nepal…
September 21, 2025
By Obinna Uballa Guineans troop to the polls on Sunday in a long-awaited referendum on a new constitution that could clear the way for coup leader Mamady Doumbouya to run for president, marking a critical step in the country’s transition from military to civilian rule. The 6.7 million eligible voters are deciding whether to adopt…
September 21, 2025
By Abiola Olawale Prominent human rights groups, Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) and Amnesty International Nigeria have written a letter to President Bola Tinubu, demanding the dropping of cybercrime and defamation charges against human rights activist, Omoyele Sowore, alongside techy powerhouses X (formerly Twitter) and Facebook. The call was issued in a joint letter…
September 21, 2025
By Abiola Olawale The race for the next Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) chairman has intensified with two prominent Southwest figures; INEC national commissioner for Information and Voter Education, Sam Olumekun, and a University of Lagos don specializing in political science and governance, Professor Bashiru Olamilekan, reportedly in the race to make history as the…
September 20, 2025
By Obinna Uballa Journalist, activist, and author Richard Akinnola has cautioned Nigerian youths against fuelling ethnic divisions, warning that ignorance of history could push the country into another crisis. Speaking at his 67th birthday celebration in Lagos, themed “Handshake Across the Niger: The Yoruba - Igbo Detente”, Akinnola stressed the importance of unity and historical…
September 20, 2025
By Abiola Olawale Liverpool FC has continued its flawless start to the 2025/26 English Premier League season, securing a hard-fought 2-1 victory over rivals Everton in a Merseyside derby at Anfield. The win ensured Liverpool maintained their 100% record, solidifying their position at the top of the Premier League table. The New Diplomat reports that…
September 20, 2025
By Abiola Olawale President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is scheduled to attend the coronation of Senator Rashidi Adewolu Ladoja as the 0 Olubadan of Ibadanland. The grand ceremony is scheduled for Friday, September 26, 2025, at the iconic Mapo Hall in Ibadan, Oyo State. The New Diplomat reports that the ascension of Oba Ladoja, a seasoned…
September 20, 2025
By Obinna Uballa The iPhone 17 went on sale globally on Friday, drawing long lines from Beijing to Singapore as Apple launched its latest flagship amid fierce competition in China and lingering doubts over its artificial intelligence strategy. In Beijing, eager buyers camped overnight outside Apple’s flagship store in Sanlitun, CNBC reported. Liu, the first…
September 19, 2025
By Abiola Olawale A Nigerian national living in the United Kingdom (UK), identified as Farouk Adekunle Adepoju, has been arrested and is facing extradition to the United States for allegedly hacking into a Pennsylvania university's systems. According to federal prosecutors, Adepoju was also accused of allegedly siphoning more than $235,000 through sophisticated wire fraud tactics.…
September 19, 2025
