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Canadians seeking MAID for mental illness feel abandoned after committee recommendation

Some Canadians living with severe mental illness say they feel abandoned after a federal parliamentary committee recommended against extending medical assistance in dying (MAID) to people whose sole underlying condition is a mental illness. The committee, whose report was release

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UEFA blasts FIFA over Balogun ban reversal, says football rules undermined

UEFA has condemned FIFA’s decision to suspend the automatic one-match World Cup ban imposed on United States striker Folarin Balogun, describing the move as one that “crossed a red line.” The European football governing body issued the rebuke on Monday after FIFA cleared Balogun

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SERAP Demands Answers Over ₦1.3bn Allocation to ‘Non-Existent’ Presidential Council

The Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) has called on the President of the Senate, Godswill Akpabio, and the Speaker of the House of Representatives, Tajudeen Abbas, to explain the inclusion of more than ₦1.3 billion in the 2026 Appropriation Act for what it

Community

Alberta to unveil details of proposed West Coast oil pipeline

Danielle Smith is expected to unveil further details today about Alberta’s proposed one-million-barrel-per-day oil pipeline to Canada’s West Coast. The project follows a memorandum of understanding signed with Prime Minister Mark Carney last fall, which committed both governments

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Canada’s UN ambassador says Carney’s global strategy is already taking shape

Canada’s ambassador to the United Nations says Prime Minister Mark Carney’s vision of building flexible partnerships among middle powers is already being implemented through the country’s diplomatic efforts at the UN. Speaking about Canada’s evolving foreign policy, Ambassador Da

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Nigerian government cuts import duties on essential goods to ease cost of living

The Federal Government has announced significant reductions in import duties on a range of essential goods, including staple foods, passenger vehicles, and manufacturing equipment, in a move aimed at easing the rising cost of living. The revised tariffs, which take effect this Ju

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Elii Emeghebo, A Nigerian-Australian Model, Files Lawsuit Against Company Due To Al-Generated Image Described As A ‘White Twin’ - Yahoo

Elii Emeghebo, A Nigerian-Australian Model, Files Lawsuit Against Company Due To Al-Generated Image Described As A ‘White Twin’ Yahoo

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Nigerian model files lawsuit against suit company that used AI to 'whitewash' his image in ads - TheGrio

Nigerian model files lawsuit against suit company that used AI to 'whitewash' his image in ads TheGrio

Immigration & Visas

Protest peacefully, lawfully, Ramaphosa tells South Africans ahead of Tuesday rally -

Protest peacefully, lawfully, Ramaphosa tells South Africans ahead of Tuesday rally

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Simple ways seniors can stay comfortable at home this summer

(NC) As temperatures rise, many seniors on a fixed income are looking for ways to stay cool without driving up their bills. The good news is that small changes can make a real difference—it’s possible to stay comfortable while keeping energy use manageable. The energy efficiency

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Poilievre Demands Ethics Probe into Federal-B.C. Housing Plan

OTTAWA — Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre is demanding an urgent parliamentary ethics investigation into the federal government’s housing initiative in British Columbia, accusing Prime Minister Mark Carney of using taxpayer funds to rescue condominium developers. In a letter

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Brampton Launches Proactive Bylaw Enforcement Program Across All Wards

The City of Brampton is introducing a new proactive bylaw enforcement initiative aimed at addressing recurring neighbourhood concerns before residents submit complaints. The pilot program, approved during council’s June 17 General Committee meeting, officially begins on June 29.

Remittance & Finance

“We Largely Ended The Slaughter Of Christians” — Trump Claims U.S. Strikes In Nigeria Crippled Terror Leaders, Saved Christian Communities - TheNigeriaLawyer

“We Largely Ended The Slaughter Of Christians” — Trump Claims U.S. Strikes In Nigeria Crippled Terror Leaders, Saved Christian Communities TheNigeriaLawyer

Remittance & Finance

State police will protect persecuted Nigerian Christians — US lawmaker - Tribune Online

State police will protect persecuted Nigerian Christians — US lawmaker Tribune Online

Policy

U.S. to Revoke Passports of Citizens Owing More Than $2,500 in Child Support

The United States Department of State has announced that Americans who owe more than $2,500 in outstanding child support may have their passports revoked under federal law. The measure, implemented in partnership with the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), also preven

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STATE POLICING IN NIGERIA A HISTORIC STEP FORWARD IN THE DIGITAL AGE

By Professor Ojo Emmanuel Ademola I welcome the recent progress made toward the establishment of State Police in Nigeria, following the support of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and the passage of the constitutional amendment bill by the National Assembly. This development represent

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Denmark Commits Troops, Drones to Hormuz

Denmark has thrown its hat into the ring, approving the deployment of military personnel and surveillance assets to the strategically vital Strait of Hormuz as part of an international security mission. The Danish Parliament endorsed a plan to dispatch officers, interpreters and

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Another Mugabe! Zimbabwe Senate Extends President Mnangagwa’s Grip

Zimbabwe’s Senate has thrown its weight behind a controversial constitutional amendment bill that could keep President Emmerson Mnangagwa in power until 2030, completing the legislation’s passage through Parliament after it earlier secured approval in the National Assembly. The v

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Nigeria-Canada bilateral trade hits $3 billion - The

Nigeria-Canada bilateral trade hits $3 billion The

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Femi Pedro Assumes Office in Australia as High Commissioner, Pledges Stronger Ties -

Femi Pedro Assumes Office in Australia as High Commissioner, Pledges Stronger Ties

Immigration & Visas

House of Lords disagree with UK government over new immigration rules -

House of Lords disagree with UK government over new immigration rules

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Bill Gates Says He Never Witnessed Epstein Crimes but May Have Encountered Victims

WASHINGTON — Billionaire philanthropist and Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates has acknowledged that he may have been in the presence of victims of convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, although he insists he never witnessed or participated in any misconduct. According to a transc

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TRIEC Mentoring Partnership Celebrates Mentorship Excellence at the TMP Impact Awards 2026, Co-Hosted by TD

Toronto, Ontario| June 22, 2026 – TRIEC, in partnership with TD, proudly hosted the TRIEC Mentoring Partnership (TMP) Impact Awards 2026 at TD’s offices in downtown Toronto. The event brought together mentors, employer partners, community partners, government representatives, and

Immigration & Visas

Presidency Faults Obi Over Call for Tinubu’s Resig

The Presidency has criticized former Anambra State governor and National Democratic Congress (NDC) presidential candidate, Peter Obi, for urging President Bola Tinubu to resign following the resignation of British Prime Minister Keir Starmer. In a statement, Special Adviser to th

Policy

Starmer Announces Resignation as UK Prime Minister

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer has announced his resignation, bringing an end to a turbulent period in office marked by policy reversals and declining public support. Speaking outside 10 Downing Street, an emotional Starmer said every decision he had made while in office was

Immigration & Visas

US Introduces $750 Premium Fee for Faster Visa Interview Appointments

The United States government is set to launch a new premium service that allows business and tourist visa applicants to secure faster interview appointments for an additional fee. Under the pilot programme, eligible applicants seeking B1 and B2 visas will be able to pay a non-ref

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Anambra Lawmakers Demand Chioma’s Prosecution, Husband’s Arrest Over Tortured Boy

The Anambra State House of Assembly has called for swift prosecution of Mrs. Chioma Chukwunyere and the arrest of her husband following allegations of severe abuse against a 10-year-old boy, Chiziterem, a case that has triggered public outrage and intense debate. The House action

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74 Lashes Loom for Iranian Singer Over Hijab-Free Performance

Parastoo Ahmadi, a 29-year-old Iranian singer, has reportedly been handed a sentence of 74 lashes after performing without wearing a hijab, a requirement under Iran’s morality regulations. The ruling, said to have been issued by a criminal court in Qom province, also allegedly ex

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2027: Peter Obi, Kwankwaso Exempted from NDC Anti-Defection Oath

The Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) has exempted its presidential candidate, Peter Obi, and vice-presidential candidate, Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, from the party’s controversial anti-defection oath. The oath, which is designed to discourage elected officials from abandoning the par

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Nigerian Government issues guidelines for transition to new tax regime

The Federal Government has unveiled new guidelines to facilitate the transition from Nigeria’s existing tax laws to the Tax Acts 2025, which came into effect on January 1, 2026. The guidelines state that tax returns relating to accounting periods ending before January 1, 2026, wi

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