Author: Solomon Alaka

DUBLIN — In a decisive bid to confront Ireland’s most deep-seated social crisis, the Department of Housing has launched a nationwide public consultation to shape a first-of-its-kind Child and Family Homelessness Action Plan. Announced on January 20, 2026, the initiative signals a shift in government strategy toward “targeted intervention” for the nation’s most vulnerable residents. […]

KADUNA, Nigeria — For Afiniki Moses, the nightmare was supposed to be over. Released on January 15 after her family paid a ransom to kidnappers in northern Kaduna, she returned home to the fragile safety of her village. But by Sunday, the terror had returned. In a brazen daylight raid on January 18, 2026, armed […]

  Over the past five years, the EU has made progress in tackling racism, particularly by breaking down barriers created by racial discrimination and by integrating anti-racism efforts throughout all relevant EU policies. But problems persist. And a recent EU survey reveals that two in three citizens still view racial discrimination as a widespread issue in their countries. The European Commission has now […]

JOHANNESBURG — As of Tuesday, January 20, 2026, the African continent finds itself at a critical crossroads. From the halls of the African Peer Review Mechanism (APRM) to the frontlines of the Sahel, the narrative is shifting toward greater sovereignty and strategic recalibration. This brief explores the multifaceted developments in business, geopolitics, security, and human […]

OTTAWA — In a move that has sent shockwaves through the global tech community, Canada has officially pulled the plug on new applications for its flagship Start-Up Visa (SUV) Program. Effective January 1, 2026, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) ceased accepting new commitment certificates from designated organizations, marking the end of an era for […]

LONDON — On this Tuesday, January 20, 2026, the United Kingdom and the Commonwealth join in a chorus of celebration for Her Royal Highness The Duchess of Edinburgh as she marks her 61st birthday. Once dubbed the “secret weapon” of the monarchy, the Duchess has evolved into its most visible and “undaunted savior,” a title […]

  We spend a lot of our time online. This shift to the digital world brings threats as well as opportunities. This includes cyber and hybrid attacks on essential services and democratic institutions, which Europe faces on a daily basis. The Commission has proposed new cybersecurity measures to further strengthen the EU’s resilience and capabilities in […]

DUBLIN — Newly released figures have cast a stark light on the increasing dangers facing Ireland’s police force, revealing that more than 600 gardaí were injured in the line of duty during 2025. Data obtained under Freedom of Information legislation confirms an 11% increase in workplace injuries compared to the previous year, a trend that […]

Thousands of Nigeria’s elite scholars, once hailed as the nation’s academic ambassadors, are currently facing a fight for survival across the globe. From the freezing campuses of Russia and China to the volatile economic landscapes of Venezuela and Morocco, students under the Bilateral Education Agreement (BEA) report a harrowing reality of unpaid stipends, crushing debt, […]