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Constitutional Breach: How Alterations to Nigeria’s Tax Laws Sparked a Political Crisis

On December 17, 2025, A member of Nigeria’s National Assembly raises a point of order. Lawmaker Abdussamad Dasuki alerted the House to discrepancies in the newly gazetted tax laws. A significant political and constitutional crisis is unfolding in Nigeria over allegations that the nation’s newly harmonised tax reform laws were unconstitutionally altered after being passed by the […]
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How Israel’s AI Brigade and Smart Missiles Are Redefining Modern Warfare

In a decisive move to secure a technological edge, the Israel Defence Forces (IDF) has centralized its artificial intelligence capabilities under a new operational-tech division named “Bina” (Hebrew for “intelligence”). This “AI Brigade,” established within the C4I and Cyber Defence Directorate, consolidates nearly all of the military’s existing AI units. The strategic goal, as articulated […]
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The State of Germany’s Economy: Crisis Dynamics, Structural Constraints, and Future Stabilization

Germany’s economic disposition is undergoing a profound stress test, one that contrasts sharply with its reputation as Europe’s industrial anchor. While historical success rested on manufacturing scale, export competitiveness, and affordable energy, today’s reality is defined by contraction rather than resilience. Former Greek finance minister Yanis Varoufakis warned in a November 2024 lecture in Berlin […]
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Nigeria–Leonardo Deal Signals Major Boost to Air Force Technology

Nigeria has formalized a significant defense agreement with Italian aerospace leader Leonardo S.p.A., as confirmed by a Business Insider Africa report. This place For Advert This partnership is a core component of Nigeria’s sustained military modernisation programme, which prioritizes enhancing the operational capacity and technological edge of the Nigerian Air Force. The collaboration signals a […]
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Israeli Strikes Trigger a Critical Turning Point for Iran

The geopolitical landscape of the Middle East has undergone a seismic shift following coordinated Israeli military operations within Iran. Reports confirm that Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) have executed precision strikes on critical regime infrastructure in Tehran, including the symbolic Evin Prison gate and the central headquarters of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC). These actions, […]
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Conflicting Nigerian Detainee Reports Raise Alarms Over Media Credibility and Governance

The ongoing detention of 11 Nigerian Air Force personnel in Burkina Faso, now entering its seventh day, has exposed more than a diplomatic rift between West African neighbors. It has laid bare a profound crisis within Nigerian journalism and the government’s relationship with the press. Following the aircraft’s precautionary landing in Bobo-Dioulasso on December 8 […]
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Coup: A Test for Democracy and Economic Stability in Benin Republic

On December 7, 2025, a faction of the Benin Armed Forces, commanded by Lieutenant Colonel Pascal Tigri, seized the state television broadcaster in Cotonou to declare the ousting of President Patrice Talon. The soldiers, self-identifying as the Military Committee for Refoundation, announced the suspension of the constitution and state institutions. This audacious action, marked by […]
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Tragic Hong Kong Tower Blaze Kills 146, Sparks Urgent Safety Reviews

A catastrophic fire at Hong Kong’s Wang Fuk Court residential complex has resulted in profound loss, with at least 146 fatalities confirmed and dozens more individuals still unaccounted for. The rapidly spreading inferno engulfed multiple towers, forcing desperate evacuations and overwhelming emergency services. In the immediate aftermath, hundreds of residents have been displaced, facing a […]
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Guinea-Bissau’s Democratic Breakdown: Who Benefited From the “Coup”?

The Observer’s Perspective: A “Ceremonial Coup” in Guinea-Bissau The recent political crisis in Guinea-Bissau represents either a brazen military takeover or an elaborate political deception designed to subvert democracy depending on which narrative you believe. According to a senior African Union election observer formal President of Nigeria Dr. Goodluck Ebele Jonathan who recently returned from […]
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