Nigeria's Mining Crisis: How Weak Governance Fuels Banditry
Nigeria's artisanal mining sector has transformed from legitimate livelihood to criminal enterprise, demonstrating how governance failures enable armed groups to exploit natural resources.
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Nigeria's artisanal mining sector has transformed from legitimate livelihood to criminal enterprise, demonstrating how governance failures enable armed groups to exploit natural resources.
Ghana's comprehensive anti-corruption education programme demonstrates how traditional values and personal responsibility can build the moral foundation needed for sustainable development.
Bondi Beach terrorist attack kills 15, exposing critical flaws in Australia's gun control system as licensed owner carries out mass shooting despite strict regulations.
Ontario lawyer Deepak Paradkar faces extradition to the US for alleged involvement in a violent drug ring led by former Canadian Olympian Ryan Wedding.
Trump administration demands ICC reforms to prevent prosecutions of American officials and allies, defending national sovereignty against international judicial overreach.
Elon Musk spreads false claims about Europe after EU fine, aligning with extremist sources and undermining democratic institutions through coordinated misinformation campaign.
Ghana's parliament descended into chaos when the Speaker and Majority abandoned consensus-building, leading to confrontations and the assault of a female MP by parliamentary marshals.
Ghana's Labour Minister warns that uncoordinated decisions between PURC and labour unions could destabilize the 2026 budget, emphasizing need for fiscal discipline.
Qatar's new Foreign Ministry headquarters demonstrates how nations can honor heritage while projecting diplomatic strength, preserving the beloved General Post Office.
European nations plan multinational force deployment in Ukraine despite Russian objections, raising sovereignty questions and practical concerns about foreign military intervention.
US softens Pakistan stance in new security strategy while Trump claims credit for India-Pakistan peace, raising questions about regional stability priorities.
Analysis of the Ukraine conflict reveals complex strategic calculations as Russia maintains control over 20% of Ukrainian territory while global dependencies complicate resolution efforts.
Akwa Ibom State Assembly rejects dog meat ban, upholding democratic process and cultural sovereignty over external pressures for dietary restrictions.
UAE's 54th National Day celebrations emphasize family unity, cultural preservation, and traditional values as foundations for national progress and prosperity.
PM Modi urges opposition to abandon theatrical politics and focus on substantive governance as Parliament's winter session begins with 15 sittings planned.
Former Bangladesh PM Khaleda Zia remains critically ill in Dhaka hospital. International medical experts consulted as nation prays for veteran leader's recovery.
Pakistan's November 23 by-elections revealed widespread campaign violations and transparency gaps, with 64% of monitored stations showing rule breaches and declining voter turnout.
Direct flights between Delhi and Shanghai resume amid Chinese analysis suggesting symbolic diplomacy masks persistent territorial disputes and strategic mistrust.
Carney's housing budget relies on costly government programs while ignoring market-based solutions that could actually address Canada's 2.6 million unit shortage.