A major outbreak of chikungunya virus has struck La Réunion, with over 47,500 confirmed cases and 12 related deaths as of 4 May, 2025. The […]
Month: May 2025
Nigeria’s economy expands despite inflation, says World Bank
Nigeria’s economy grew by 4.6% in the last quarter of 2024, showing signs of strong recovery. The World Bank’s Lead Economist for Nigeria, Alex Sienaert, […]
Qatar airways buys $200 billion 160 Boeing jets
Qatar signed a significant deal with Boeing during President Donald Trump’s visit to the Gulf Arab country. According to Trump, the agreement is worth $200 […]
UK University Vice Chancellor suspended over financial misappropriation
The University of Greater Manchester, formerly known as the University of Bolton, has suspended its Vice Chancellor, Professor George Holmes, following a series of ‘serious’ […]
9 MERS-Cov cases reported in Saudi Arabia, 2 dead
The WHO has urged the people of Saudi Arabia to remain vigilant over the recent outbreak of Middle East respiratory Syndrome Coronavirus (MERS-Cov) in the country.
Lagos police arrest ex-convict for attempted robbery
The Lagos State Police Command has announced the arrest of a 28-year-old male ex-convict, Olayinka Oluwaseyi, for an alleged attempted robbery in the state. Oluwaseyi […]
Working more than 52 hours weekly may alter brain
A new study has found that regularly working more than 52 hours a week could alter the structure of your brain, potentially impairing areas responsible […]
UK lawmaker Lowe escapes charges over alleged threats
British prosecutors have decided not to bring any charges against former Reform UK party lawmaker Rupert Lowe.
Trump meets Syrian president, urges ties with Isreal
U.S. President Donald Trump met with interim Syrian President Ahmad al-Sharaa in Saudi Arabia on Wednesday. This meeting marked a significant turn of events for […]
Mali Junta dissolves parties, bans gatherings in democracy crackdown
In a sweeping move that further consolidates military control, Mali’s transitional president, Colonel Assimi Goïta, signed a decree on Tuesday dissolving all political parties and […]