Tuesday, September 8, 2026

World

February 6, 2026

4.5 million girls at risk of FGM in 2026: UNFPA

An estimated 230 million girls and women globally have been subjected to FGM.

Girls
February 5, 2026

UN czar condemns terrorists’ massacre of about 200 in Kwara

The massacre of about 200 people in Kwara has sparked reactions across Nigeria, attracting global media attention.

António Guterres
February 5, 2026

Christian ‘Genocide’: After Nigeria paid $9 million to lobbyists, Trump hails Tinubu’s wife as respected RCCG pastor

Kidnappings and killings are yet to abate in Nigeria as over 170 people were slaughtered in Kwara state on Tuesday.

Donald Trump and Remi Tinubu
February 5, 2026

Nigerian student Khaleed Oladipo stabbed to death in UK

The police confirmed the arrest of an 18-year-old suspect. 

Khaleed Oladipo
February 5, 2026

U.S., Russia agree to re-establish high-level military dialogue

U.S. Special Envoy Steve Witkoff and U.S. President Donald Trump’s son-in-law, Jared Kushner, also took part in the talks on ending the war in Ukraine.

Trump with Putin
February 5, 2026

Russia expels German diplomat in tit-for-tat move

Mr Wadephul said the expelled staff member was part of the military attaché staff at the embassy in Moscow.

RUSSIAN FLAG
February 5, 2026

Lebanon, FAO sign agreement to contain foot, mouth disease

The foot-and-mouth disease is a highly contagious viral disease affecting cloven-hoofed animals such as cattle, sheep and goats.

Food and Agriculture Organisation
February 5, 2026

Former Croatian president Josipović advocates EU, China cooperation

Mr Josipović noted, “I’m not in favour of these trade wars.”

Ivo Josipovic
February 5, 2026

59-year-old Ryan Routh jailed for life for attempting to assassinate Trump

The judge noted that the convict had not shown regret or remorse for his action.

Ryan W. Routh arrested
February 5, 2026

Sri Lankan schools face teacher shortages

More than 3,000 schools across Sri Lanka are operating with fewer than 10 teachers, highlighting widespread staffing shortages in the country’s education system.

Sri Lankan teachers