Omoyeni Olabode-13 Jun, 2025

China has announced it will lift all import tariffs for exports from the 53 African countries with which it maintains diplomatic relations—including Nigeria—in a bold push to increase trade between the regions. Currently, only least-developed African countries benefit from duty- and quota-free access. The new plan extends this full tariff exemption to middle-income nations as well.

Omoyeni Olabode-13 Jun, 2025

Kim Kardashian has publicly spoken out against recent U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) raids in Los Angeles, condemning the manner in which immigrants are being targeted and detained. The reality star and criminal justice advocate took to social media to express her disapproval and call for a more humane approach.

Omoyeni Olabode-13 Jun, 2025

Iranian state television has confirmed that Major General Mohammad Bagheri, the Chief of Staff of the Armed Forces and Iran’s highest-ranking military officer, was killed in an overnight Israeli airstrike on June 13, 2025. The strike was part of "Operation Rising Lion," an expansive Israeli campaign targeting nuclear facilities and senior military figures across Iran.

Omoyeni Olabode-13 Jun, 2025

Tensions in the Middle East escalated dramatically as Iran launched over 100 drones targeting Israel, in what it described as a direct response to a recent missile attack on its military infrastructure. The large-scale aerial assault marks one of the most aggressive military actions between the two nations in recent history.

Omoyeni Olabode-13 Jun, 2025

The American Embassy in Baghdad is reportedly preparing for a possible evacuation as security risks in the region continue to escalate. Heightened tensions and instability have prompted U.S. officials to begin contingency planning for the safety of diplomatic staff and American citizens.

Omoyeni Olabode-13 Jun, 2025

A multigenerational family of five from India, who were set to relocate to the UK, tragically perished in the crash of Air India Flight AI171 shortly after takeoff from Ahmedabad on June 12, 2025. Among the overall death toll, numerous Indians traveling to start new lives abroad were lost, marking a poignant and heartbreaking chapter in the disaster.

Omoyeni Olabode-13 Jun, 2025

At least 265 people have been confirmed dead following the crash of Air India Flight AI171 shortly after takeoff from Ahmedabad on June 12, 2025. The aircraft, a Boeing 787 Dreamliner en route to London, plummeted into a densely populated area near the BJ Medical College, causing catastrophic damage both in the air and on the ground. Victims include passengers, crew members, medical students, and local residents. Among the deceased is former Gujarat Chief Minister Vijay Rupani, adding a political dimension to the already devastating toll.

Omoyeni Olabode-13 Jun, 2025

U.S. Ambassador to Israel Mike Huckabee has stirred controversy following a widely circulated comment on the ongoing Israel-Gaza conflict. In a public statement, Huckabee said, “If Israel is committing genocide in Gaza, then it's really bad at it,” a remark that has since drawn strong backlash from human rights groups, political observers, and the international community.

Omoyeni Olabode-11 Jun, 2025

China recently imposed export restrictions on rare-earth materials destined for India, claiming that the move is in response to New Delhi’s alleged breaches of World Trade Organization (WTO) regulations.

Omoyeni Olabode-11 Jun, 2025

An Indian citizen, Tukur Shamsudden, alongside twelve others, faced arraignment before Justice Deinde Dipeolu of the Federal High Court in Lagos on Tuesday. The defendants, including Dangote Industries Limited staff and contracted logistics personnel, are accused of conspiring to divert over ₦4 billion worth of diesel belonging to the company .

Omoyeni Olabode-11 Jun, 2025

U.S. President Donald Trump has commented on what he described as a sudden change in Iran's conduct, stating that the country is “behaving very differently than it was a few days ago.” Speaking to reporters, Trump expressed uncertainty about the cause of the shift, saying, “I don't know what happened,” while revealing that a meeting with Iranian officials is scheduled for the following day.

Omoyeni Olabode-11 Jun, 2025

Russian President Vladimir Putin has initiated a major scholarship drive aimed at Nigerian students, offering 220 full scholarships for the 2025 academic year. The program, approved in 2024, is part of Russia's broader educational outreach, which aims to welcome hundreds of thousands more international students from Africa and beyond . Ambassador Andrey

Omoyeni Olabode-11 Jun, 2025

The Ghana Tertiary Education Commission (GTEC) has taken a decisive stance against the misuse of honorary academic titles. In a statement issued on June 10, 2025, GTEC directed that individuals should no longer publicly use honorary doctorate or professorship titles. The commission described the practice as “unethical and misleading,” warning that anyone flaunting such titles—especially public figures like politicians, corporate leaders, and religious figures—would face public exposure and legal consequences .

Omoyeni Olabode-9 Jun, 2025

A De Havilland DH-6 Twin Otter skydiving plane carrying 20 individuals, including crew members, crashed shortly after takeoff from Tullahoma Regional Airport in Coffee County, Tennessee, approximately 60 miles south of Nashville. The incident occurred around 12:30 p.m. local time on June 8, 2025. Fortunately, no fatalities were reported. However, several passengers sustained injuries. Three individuals were airlifted to local hospitals, one with serious injuries, while others were treated at the scene for minor injuries.

Omoyeni Olabode-9 Jun, 2025

Michael Neu, a 67‑year‑old Louisiana resident once lauded as a local “tech king” for his computer acumen, has been arrested in Slidell, Louisiana, accused of acting as a middleman in a large‑scale Nigerian cyber‑fraud operation. Authorities allege Neu funneled millions of dollars obtained through advance‑fee scams—commonly known as “Nigerian prince” or “Yahoo boys” scams—to co‑conspirators in Nigeria.

Omoyeni Olabode-9 Jun, 2025

Tensions between Russia and China appear to be escalating, following explosive accusations from Moscow that Beijing has been involved in espionage and subversive activities. Russia’s Federal Security Service (FSB) has alleged that China is stealing sensitive military technology, recruiting Russian government officials, and displaying growing interest in the strategically significant Far East region of Russia.

Omoyeni Olabode-9 Jun, 2025

Russia has announced that its forces have advanced into the Dnipropetrovsk region of Ukraine, marking the first time since the war's onset that Russian troops have reached this central area. According to the Russian Ministry of Defence, units from the 90th Tank Division have crossed into Dnipropetrovsk from the neighboring Donetsk region, intensifying the conflict despite ongoing peace discussions

Omoyeni Olabode-9 Jun, 2025

Billionaire Jeff Bezos temporarily shut down a section of Fifth Avenue in New York City to allow a crane to deliver furniture to his luxury penthouse apartment. The brief closure caused a stir among residents and commuters, as one of the city’s busiest thoroughfares was blocked off to accommodate the oversized delivery.

Omoyeni Olabode-8 Jun, 2025

President Donald Trump has announced that his once-favorable relationship with tech billionaire Elon Musk is definitively over. In a June 7 phone interview, Trump confirmed, “I would assume so, yeah” when asked if their relationship had ended, adding he has “no intention of speaking to him” again

Omoyeni Olabode-8 Jun, 2025

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz expressed growing concern over rising antisemitism in Germany during a Fox News interview following his recent meeting with former U.S. President Donald Trump. He stated directly: “We have a kind of imported antisemitism with this big number of migrants we have had in the last ten years,” calling it a “terrible challenge” for the nation .

Omoyeni Olabode-8 Jun, 2025

Oghenochuko “Ochuko” Ojiri, a British-Nigerian art dealer and former TV expert on BBC programs such as Bargain Hunt and Antiques Road Trip, has been sentenced to two and a half years in prison after pleading guilty to failing to report high-value art transactions involving Nazem Ahmad

Omoyeni Olabode-8 Jun, 2025

In a landmark move aimed at strengthening regional connectivity and economic ties, Egypt has announced plans to construct a 32-kilometre bridge across the Red Sea, linking the Sinai Peninsula to Saudi Arabia

Omoyeni Olabode-7 Jun, 2025

Ireland has deported 35 Nigerian nationals over immigration-related offences. The group, which included 21 men, 9 women, and 5 children, was removed via a chartered flight from Dublin to Lagos on June 4, 2025. Among those deported were two school-age brothers, whose sudden departure caused emotional scenes at their Dublin school.

Omoyeni Olabode-6 Jun, 2025

Elon Musk saw a staggering $34 billion wiped from his net worth in a single day following an escalating public clash with former President Donald Trump . This mark represents the second-largest single-day loss recorded by the Bloomberg Billionaires Index—only surpassed by his November 2021 plunge .

Omoyeni Olabode-6 Jun, 2025

Bill Gates, co-chair of the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, convened a media roundtable in Lagos on June 4, 2025, during which he praised Nigeria’s progress in reducing polio cases by approximately 40% in the first quarter of the year compared to the same period in 2024