Author: Solomon Alaka

In a major development, two Estonian nationals have pleaded guilty to their roles in a large-scale cryptocurrency fraud scheme that defrauded hundreds of thousands of investors worldwide, including many in the United States. Sergei Potapenko and Ivan Turõgin, both 40, operated the Ponzi scheme through their fake cryptocurrency mining service, HashFlare, which generated an estimated […]

In a significant development amidst ongoing hostilities, Hamas militants have released three Israeli hostages, including U.S. national Sagui Dekel Chen, Yair Horn, and Sasha Tropanov, as part of the ceasefire deal brokered between the warring parties. The hostages were freed on Saturday and have since crossed the border into Israeli territory. They are now en […]

A young family in Dublin is facing eviction after the local council declined to purchase their apartment, leaving them with no option but to search for a new home in an increasingly competitive rental market. Paul Harney (42), his wife, and their daughter Lia have lived in their three-bedroom apartment in Rathfarnham, Dublin 14, for […]

A European naval force has successfully intervened to free a Yemeni fishing boat that was seized by suspected Somali pirates off the Horn of Africa. The operation, led by the European Union Naval Force (EUNAVFOR Atalanta), ensured the safe release of the 12 crew members on board, who were reported to be unharmed. The incident […]

The UN’s top expert on torture has raised serious concerns about the dire conditions in Senegal’s prisons, warning that overcrowding could lead to violence or the rapid spread of disease. Alice Jill Edwards, the UN Special Rapporteur on Torture, described the situation as “dramatic and inhumane” following her fact-finding mission to the West African country. […]

In a decisive move to combat corruption, Liberia’s President Joseph Boakai has suspended more than 450 government officials for failing to declare their assets in accordance with the country’s laws. This suspension, which will last for one month or until the officials comply with the asset declaration requirement, is part of a broader anti-corruption initiative […]

As the African Union (AU) prepares to elect a new leader for its Commission, three prominent politicians are competing for the high-profile role: Raila Odinga, Mahmoud Ali Youssouf, and Richard Randriamandrato. The position is particularly significant at a time when Africa faces complex challenges, including political instability, security concerns, and economic development issues. Raila Odinga, […]

Bangladesh’s crucial garment sector is facing a severe crisis, with over 50,000 workers, mostly women, losing their jobs as 76 factories have shut down in the past year. Experts warn that this decline could deepen, with more closures likely, threatening the stability of the country’s export economy. The Bangladesh Garment Manufacturers and Exporters Association (BGMEA) […]