AU URGES DE-ESCALATION AS FIGHTING DISPLACES OVER 180,000 IN SOUTH SUDAN’S JONGLEI STATE. (PHOTO).

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 AU urges de-escalation as fighting displaces over 180,000 in South Sudan’s Jonglei state The Chairperson of the African Union Commission called for immediate de-escalation and strict adherence to South Sudan’s 2018 peace agreement, as renewed fighting in Jonglei State displaced more than 180,000 people and raised fears of further civilian harm. In a statement, African Union Commission Chairperson Mahmoud Ali Youssouf said he was deeply concerned by the deteriorating security situation in parts of the country, particularly Jonglei, where escalating violence and inflammatory rhetoric have put civilians—including women and children—at heightened risk. South Sudanese authorities estimate the number of displaced in Jonglei at more than 180,000, the United Nations humanitarian agency OCHA said last week. He urged all parties to exercise maximum restraint, de-escalate tensions immediately, and comply fully with the permanent ceasefire and power-sharing arrangements under the agreement, T...

OKONJO-IWEALA, ABUDU NAMED AMONG FORBES’ MOST POWERFUL WOMEN 2025.(PHOTO).


 Okonjo-Iweala, Abudu named among Forbes’ Most Powerful Women 2025


Two prominent Nigerian women, Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala and Mo Abudu have been named among Forbes‘ 100 World’s Most Powerful Women for 2025, a proof of their trailblazing achievements and influence in their respective fields.

Okonjo-Iweala, ranked 92nd, becomes the first woman and African to lead the World Trade Organisation (WTO) as Director-General.

With over 30 years of experience in international development, she has served two terms as Nigeria’s Finance Minister and briefly acted as Foreign Minister.

Her leadership has been instrumental in promoting trade as a tool for sustainable development and poverty reduction.

Mo Abudu, ranked 98th, is a media pioneer and founder of EbonyLife Media, which has revolutionised African entertainment and storytelling.

Their recognition alongside other powerful women like Ursula von der Leyen, Christine Lagarde, and newcomers like Kim Kardashian, underscores the growing impact of women leaders in shaping global industries and narratives. 

Her network, EbonyLife TV, reaches over 49 countries, and she has forged groundbreaking partnerships with global giants like Sony Pictures, AMC Networks, and Netflix. Abudu’s vision has positioned her as one of the most influential women in global media.

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