August 24, 2025 — The International Criminal Police Organization (INTERPOL) has announced a major breakthrough in the fight against cybercrime, following a coordinated sting operation that dismantled multiple crime networks across Africa and led to the recovery of $97.4 million. According to INTERPOL, the operation involved security agencies from several African nations working with global
August 24, 2025 — The Ninth Tokyo International Conference on African Development (TICAD9) wrapped up in Yokohama with the adoption of the Yokohama Declaration, a landmark pact reaffirming Japan’s long-term commitment to strengthening ties with Africa across trade, governance, climate resilience, and human development. The declaration was jointly endorsed on August 22 by Japanese Prime
Yokohama, Japan — August 23, 2025 Nigeria has reaffirmed its commitment to building stronger international partnerships, with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu leveraging the Ninth Tokyo International Conference on African Development (TICAD9) to advance his government’s agenda of renewed diplomacy and investment attraction. The summit, held from August 20–22, 2025 in Yokohama, Japan, brought together African
In a bold move to address the growing financial and social crisis linked to online betting, the Indian government has officially outlawed online gambling activities, following the release of alarming statistics that showed nearly 450 million citizens are collectively losing up to $2.3 billion (approximately ₦3.4 trillion) each year on various gambling platforms. These include
August 23, 2025 — The Government of Japan has announced Kisarazu City as the official hometown for Nigerians residing and working in the country, in what is being described as a landmark step in strengthening bilateral ties between both nations. According to the Special Adviser to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on Information and Strategy, Bayo
Washington, D.C. — August 22, 2025 U.S. President Donald Trump said Friday he will decide within two weeks on the United States’ next steps regarding Russia’s war in Ukraine, signaling that options include imposing “massive” sanctions or tariffs on Moscow — or taking no further action. Speaking to reporters in the Oval Office, Trump expressed
August 22, 2025 — The government of New Zealand has announced that Nigerians are now eligible to participate in its newly introduced seasonal visa schemes, opening up fresh opportunities for skilled and semi-skilled workers seeking employment abroad. The initiative, which falls under the Accredited Employer Work Visa (AEWV) framework, introduces two new visa categories specifically
Toyoake, Aichi Prefecture, Japan | August 22, 2025 The municipal government of Toyoake has drafted an ordinance urging residents to limit smartphone use to two hours per day outside work or school in a bid to promote healthier digital habits. The proposal, scheduled for deliberation at the city assembly, sets voluntary guidelines without penalties. If
Rimini, Italy | Friday, August 22, 2025 Italian police have arrested a Ukrainian national, identified as Serhii K., on the basis of a German arrest warrant over alleged involvement in the 2022 Nord Stream pipeline explosions in the Baltic Sea. German prosecutors allege the suspect played a role in coordinating the operation, reportedly linked to
In a bold move aimed at elevating the quality of meals served to pilgrims during Hajj and Umrah, the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, through its Ministry of Hajj and Umrah, has unveiled a groundbreaking culinary challenge tagged the “Igaathathon”, also known as the Catering-thon. This innovative competition is part of wider efforts by Saudi authorities
