Author: Andrew Rogers

Nigeria is facing two major problems that affect its progress—unemployment and unreliable population data. These two challenges are closely connected and make it hard for the country to plan for services like jobs, education, and healthcare. In April 2023, the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) introduced a new way of calculating unemployment. After this change, the unemployment rate fell from 33.3 percent in late 2020 to 4.1 percent in the first quarter of 2023. The rate then changed slightly to 5.0 percent in the third quarter of 2023, 5.3 percent in the first quarter of 2024, and 4.3 percent in…

The recent military strikes by Israel and the United States on Iran have left a deep emotional impact on the Iranian community in Canada. At least 935 people were killed, and over 5,300 were injured. While a ceasefire is now in place, the violence has deeply affected Iranians living far from home. Many Iranian Canadians spent hours online during the conflict, checking for news and updates about loved ones back in Iran. For them, the war was not just a distant event. It was personal. Preliminary interviews with 30 Iranian activists in Canada reveal strong emotional responses to the conflict.…

Victorian MP Georgie Purcell and federal Labor MP Josh Burns have announced that they are expecting their first child together. The couple, who made their relationship public a little over a year ago, shared their happy news through a post on Instagram. In the photo, Burns and Purcell smiled together, holding a positive pregnancy test. They also posted a sonogram and revealed they are expecting a baby girl. Burns wrote in the caption, “Georgie and I are so excited to share with you that we’re expecting a baby girl in the very first few days of 2026.” Burns, 37, praised…

Pakistan’s Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar has called for an immediate and unconditional ceasefire in Gaza. He also demanded the creation of a free and independent Palestinian state, stressing that justice and dignity for the Palestinian people are long overdue. Dar made these remarks at the United Nations Security Council’s open debate in New York. The session focused on the ongoing conflict in the Middle East and the status of Palestine. Pakistan chaired the meeting as part of its presidency of the Security Council for the month. Speaking to global leaders, Dar said that the world must…

Tulsi Gabbard, a former congresswoman, is making headlines again. In a recent press briefing at the White House, she accused former President Barack Obama and his team of orchestrating a political scheme during the 2016 election. Gabbard claimed they tried to stop Donald Trump from winning by using government intelligence tools against him. She presented what she called strong evidence of wrongdoing. According to Gabbard, top officials in the Obama administration created false information to damage Trump’s victory. She accused them of trying to “subvert the will of the American people.” However, most of her statements were not new, and…

Mention the names of Mrs. Wuraola Esan, Chief Margaret Ekpo, Janet Mokelu, Ekpo Young, and Hajia Gambo Sawaba, and they echo through Nigeria’s political history. These women paved the way for future generations, even in the face of serious challenges. Mrs. Esan made history in 1961 as the first woman to enter the Federal Parliament. Margaret Ekpo was elected to the Eastern Nigeria House of Assembly, also in 1961, and served until 1966. Janet Mokelu and Ekpo Young also made strides by securing seats in the same regional house. Gambo Sawaba, though a strong activist and voice for the poor…

Turkey has warned it may take military action in Syria if threats to its borders and national interests increase. This comes as the country watches growing unrest in the region, especially in areas with Kurdish and Bedouin populations. Ankara says the goal is to protect Syria’s unity. But many international experts believe Turkey’s real aim is to expand its influence and stop Kurdish control near its border. Turkey sees Kurdish groups in Syria, such as the YPG, as linked to the PKK, which it considers a terrorist group. Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan’s recent comments made clear that Turkey will act…

The Trump administration has welcomed Australia’s decision to lift a long-standing ban on American beef, calling it a major trade win. However, Australian officials say the move is based on science, not politics. The announcement came on Thursday, when Agriculture Minister Julie Collins confirmed that beef from the United States would now be allowed into the Australian market. The ban had been in place since 2019 due to concerns over animal diseases linked to beef processed in the US. Although US beef has not technically been banned from Australia since 2019, health concerns blocked imports of meat processed in the…

President Donald Trump was informed this spring that his name appeared in confidential documents related to the Jeffrey Epstein investigation, according to three individuals familiar with the matter. The disclosure came during a routine meeting led by Attorney General Pam Bondi and Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche, where they reviewed findings from the Justice Department’s re-examination of the Epstein case. The briefing occurred in May and included references to various high-profile individuals, including Trump. While the documents contained previously unreleased materials, officials stated that none of the contents justified further legal action. The exchange came amid growing unrest among some…

Tucker Carlson, a leading conservative voice, has ignited tension within the Maga movement by pushing back against Donald Trump’s dismissal of the Jeffrey Epstein controversy. While many conservative figures have avoided the topic, Carlson is demanding answers. His strong stance is causing discomfort for Trump, who is trying to shift focus away from the case. Trump recently called interest in Epstein’s past a “waste of time” and said, “nobody cares.” This remark upset many in his own base, including those who believe Epstein’s death was part of a cover-up. Carlson, known for his independent voice, has stepped into this growing…