Tag: #HumanitarianCrisis
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UN WARNS OF GENOCIDE RISK AS SUDAN WAR ENTERS THIRD YEAR
Killings, mass rape and drone strikes are escalating, with civilians paying the highest price, the UN says. The United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights, Volker Türk, has sounded the alarm over Sudan’s deepening conflict, warning that the risk of genocidal violence is spreading as the war between the Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) and the…
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DEATH TOLL REACHES 40 IN KWARA BANDIT ATTACK AS SOLDIERS MOVE IN
Chaos returns to Kaiama as armed attackers leave dozens dead, residents flee! At least 40 people were killed in a fresh bandit raid on Woro and Nuku communities in Kaiama LGA, Kwara State on Tuesday evening. Soldiers and forest guards have since been deployed to restore order and prevent further violence. Sources said the attackers,…
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AID CUTS BITE HARD: MILLIONS IN NORTHEAST NIGERIA SLIP DEEPER INTO HUNGER
Hunger is tightening its grip on Northeast Nigeria — and this time, it’s not just conflict or climate shocks to blame. According to the World Food Programme (WFP), funding cuts are now pushing vulnerable families beyond their breaking point. The UN agency revealed on Friday that at least 1.2 million people in the region have…
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SAHEL TERRORISM: GLOBAL THREAT, URGENT ACTION NEEDED
UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has sounded the alarm over the escalating threat of terrorism in West Africa and the Sahel, warning that expanding terrorist networks, mass displacement, and the collapse of essential services are now a growing concern worldwide. Speaking at the UN Security Council, Guterres emphasized that the surge in terrorist groups is not…
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TRAGEDY OFF LESBOS: FOUR MIGRANTS DIE AS BOAT CAPSIZES IN ROUGH SEAS
At least four migrants have tragically died after their boat capsized near the Greek island of Lesbos, while seven others, reportedly Sudanese men, were rescued. The incident, according to Greek coastguard and public broadcaster ERT, remains under active search for any further missing persons. Strong winds sweeping the region likely contributed to the accident and…
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GAZA HEALTHCARE CRISIS DEEPENS TWO WEEKS AFTER CEASEFIRE, WHO REPORTS
The World Health Organization (WHO) has warned that adequate healthcare is still severely lacking in the Gaza Strip nearly two weeks after the latest ceasefire. Despite the arrival of medical supplies and equipment long-blocked by border closures, only 14 of 36 hospitals and a fraction of health centres and treatment rooms are operational. WHO representative…
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TRUMP HOSTS ARAB AND ISLAMIC LEADERS TO PUSH FOR GAZA CEASEFIRE
High-level talks aim to end war, secure hostages, and tackle Gaza’s humanitarian crisis. On the sidelines of UNGA, President Trump met with leaders from Qatar, Jordan, Turkey, Egypt, Pakistan, Indonesia, Saudi Arabia, and the UAE to discuss a lasting Gaza ceasefire and hostage release. Despite Israel’s absence, Trump called the meeting successful and plans talks…
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UN WARNS DARFUR CRISIS NEARS CATASTROPHE AMID WAR AND DISPLACEMENT
Millions face hunger and collapse of essential services as Sudan’s brutal conflict worsens. The UN raises alarm over Sudan’s civil war fueling mass displacement, destroyed infrastructure, and a looming hunger crisis with nearly 12 million displaced and essential aid suspended. Humanitarians warn of urgent need for support as violence continues. Diplomatic efforts led by the…
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UN HUMANITARIAN COORDINATOR CALLS FOR COLLECTIVE ACTION TO TACKLE HUMANITARIAN CRISIS IN NIGERIA
Mohamed Fall, UN Resident and Humanitarian Coordinator in Nigeria, urged a united approach to the new 2025-2027 IOM strategic plan aimed at addressing humanitarian crises. He emphasized that collective strategies not only protect displaced persons but also build peace and stability nationwide. Government officials and security leaders pledged partnership and collaboration, highlighting the focus on…
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UN CONDEMNS KILLING OF SIX PALESTINIAN JOURNALISTS IN GAZA, URGES INVESTIGATION
UN Secretary-General António Guterres has strongly condemned the killing of six Palestinian journalists, including five Al Jazeera staff, in a targeted Israeli airstrike near Gaza City’s al-Shifa Hospital. This tragic event underscores the grave dangers journalists face amid ongoing conflict, with over 240 journalists killed in Gaza since the war began. The UN calls for…
