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NFF debunks social media reports demanding FIFA Infantino’s resignation
The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has issued a formal rebuttal addressing viral social media claims that it had joined the growing chorus of global football associations demanding the resignation of FIFA President Gianni Infantino. The federation took to its official X handle on Saturday, August 8, 2026, to categorize the reports as "outright falsehood," urging […]
Vietnam Sentences Prominent Social Media Critic Hoang Thi Hong Thai to Six Years as Authorities Escalate Crackdown on Peaceful Dissent
The People’s Court of Hanoi has sentenced prominent social media commentator Hoang Thi Hong Thai to six years in prison, marking a significant escalation in the Vietnamese government’s long-running campaign to silence domestic critics. The conviction, handed down on July 29, 2026, follows charges of conducting "anti-state propaganda" under the country’s controversial Penal Code. Human […]
Man Arrested Over Bomb Threats and Disneyland Rifle Musings Posted on Social Media
A 20-year-old man has been apprehended by Hong Kong police following a series of alarming comments posted on social media, including a threat to plant a bomb in the city and a disturbing query about bringing a rifle into Hong Kong Disneyland. The arrest, which occurred on Friday, has prompted a review of security protocols […]
Nollywood actor Owolabi Ajasa breaks silence to debunk viral social media death rumours
Veteran Nigerian actor Owolabi Ajasa, widely celebrated for his archetypal portrayals of police officers and his signature catchphrase "Ta lo pa chief?", has officially refuted widespread claims concerning his demise. The actor, who has become a staple of the Yoruba-language film industry, took to social media on Friday to address the misinformation after an obituary […]
Council of Europe Adopts Chișinău Declaration to Bolster Social Rights and Democratic Resilience Amid Rising Global Authoritarianism
In a decisive move to counter the dual threats of democratic backsliding and widening socio-economic disparities, the Council of Europe and its 46 member states have officially adopted the Chișinău Declaration. Signed in the capital of Moldova, the declaration marks a pivotal shift in the European political landscape, positioning the protection of social rights as […]
