Bill Gates predicts Lagos will become world’s largest city
Bill Gates, the co-founder of Microsoft, recently shared a hopeful message about Africa’s future. He believes that Lagos, Nigeria’s major business city, could grow to become the largest city in the world. He said this growth reflects how Africa is becoming more important globally in today’s world. Gates was speaking at the Gates Foundation’s Goalkeepers […]
North Korea’s Kim vows ‘unconditional support’ for Russia’s war in Ukraine
North Korea’s leader Kim Jong Un has promised full support for Russia, including its actions in the war in Ukraine. North Korean state media shared this news on June 5. Kim met with Sergei Shoigu, the head of Russia’s Security Council, in Pyongyang. During the meeting, Kim said he strongly agrees with Russia’s foreign policy, […]
IATA removes Nigeria from list of countries blocking airlines’ funds
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has announced that Nigeria is no longer among the countries where airline revenues are stuck. This was revealed during IATA’s annual general meeting. According to Kamil Al-Awadhi, the regional vice president for Africa, the Middle East, and Europe, Nigeria has made big improvements in making sure airlines can access […]
Ukrainian commander resigns after Russian attack on training site
On June 1, the commander of Ukraine’s Ground Forces, Mykhailo Drapaty, quit his job. He said he felt personally responsible after a Russian missile strike killed at least 12 Ukrainian soldiers at a training site. Drapaty explained in his resignation letter that leaving was a decision he made because of the tragedy. The missile hit […]
Ukraine hits $7bn worth of Russian military planes in a drone attack which has been described as the ‘most audacious move in modern war’
Ukraine has carried out a major drone attack deep inside Russian territory, damaging or destroying military aircraft worth about $7 billion. The operation targeted airbases far from the battlefront and is being called one of the boldest actions in modern warfare. It happened just before Ukraine and Russia are set to meet for peace talks […]
Nigeria, 13 other countries affected as Saudi Arabia suspends blockwork visa
Saudi Arabia has put a temporary stop to giving out blockwork visa quotas to workers from Nigeria and six other African nations. This move is expected to last until the end of June 2025. The African countries affected by this suspension are Egypt, Algeria, Sudan, Ethiopia, Tunisia, and Morocco. The announcement came from Saudi Arabia’s […]
Prosecutor Demands Six-Year Prison Sentence For Simon Ekpa As Trial Begins In Finland
Simon Ekpa, a local politician in Lahti, Finland, is now facing a serious terrorism trial. The Finnish prosecutor is asking the court to give him a prison sentence of at least six years. This case is important because it’s the first time Finland has used this specific terrorism law in court. Ekpa was born in […]
21-year-old flight attendant faces up to 25 years in prison for smuggling 46kg of synthetic cannabis into Sri Lanka
A 21-year-old British woman is facing serious charges after being accused of bringing a large amount of strong synthetic cannabis into Sri Lanka. She recently appeared in court in Colombo. Charlotte May Lee, who is from Coulsdon in South London, was arrested at Colombo’s airport. Officials found 46 kilograms of a drug known as ‘Kush’ […]
Singer, Grimes cries out over family crisis, cancels pride show amid parenting war with Elon Musk
Grimes, the Canadian singer and former partner of Elon Musk, has canceled her performance at a Pride Month event, and her fans are very worried. The 37-year-old artist, whose real name is Claire Boucher, shared a heartfelt message on X (formerly Twitter), explaining that she is facing serious family issues and must step away from […]
Israelis gather nationwide to mark 600 days since October 7, renew call for hostages’ release
People all over Israel came together on Wednesday to remember 600 days since the Hamas attack on October 7, 2023. They showed support for the families of the hostages and asked again for the release of the 58 people still held in Gaza. At exactly 6:29 a.m., the time the attack started, citizens gathered in […]