Spain applies to join South Africa’s case at top UN court accusing Israel of genocide
It alleged that Israel was breaching the genocide convention in its military assault that has laid waste to large swaths of Gaza.
What’s at stake in the European Parliament election this week
One of the biggest questions is whether European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen will remain in charge as the public face of the EU.
Nigeria: Despite Tinubu’s Pronouncement, Nigerian Govt Spent N3.6 Trillion On Subsidy in 2023
[Premium Times] Despite Tinubu's pronouncement, Nigerian govt spent N3.6 trillion on subsidy in 2023
Russian foreign minister wraps Africa tour with working visit in Chad
Russia's foreign minister wrapped his Africa tour in Chad on Wednesday (Jan. 5). Security cooperation and development were high on the agenda of the working visit.
Nigeria: Atiku Tackles Tinubu As Govt Projects N5.4trn for Fuel Subsidy in 2024
[Daily Trust] A former vice president, Atiku Abubakar, yesterday challenged President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to stop deceiving Nigerians about his administration's true position on petrol subsidy.
UN chief calls for a tax on profits of fossil fuel companies
“We cannot accept a future where the rich are protected in air-conditioned bubbles, while the rest of humanity is lashed by lethal weather in unlivable lands,” Guterres said.
Nigeria: Govt Finally Admits Paying Fuel Subsidy
[Daily Trust] Fuel subsidy is projected to gulp about N5.4 trillion in 2024, according to the federal government.
Egyptian and Cypriot foreign ministers renew calls for Gaza ceasefire
Cypriot's foreign minister said Tuesday that Israel's offensive on Gaza's southernmost city of Rafah was causing "potential irreversible and catastrophic consequences".
Rudiger says Germany should learn to be as ruthless as Real Madrid
The Germany and Real defender hailed Real's 'killer instinct' following their 2-0 victory against Borussia Dortmund on Saturday which saw the Spanish side claim the Champions League title for a record-extending 15th time.
10K world record holder Rhonex Kipruto banned for 6 years in doping case
A disciplinary panel ruled that abnormalities in Kipruto's blood samples pointed to “a deliberate and sophisticated doping regime” and Kipruto likely had help from unknown third parties.