Considering the goings on in Nigeria, I just feel it is not too late for us to get down to the brass tacks before electing the next tenant of Aso Rock. In the first instance, the candidate must not have been handpicked by a so-called godfather. In fact, if I had my way, I would…
Photo credit: LBCI Lebanon Lebanon’s Education Ministry has affirmed that it follows the government’s policy regarding Syrian refugees, which includes providing education for refugee children in Lebanese schools. LBC reports that the ministry noted that it submits the names and available documentation of all refugee students who passed official vocational exams issued by the General Directorate…
Photo credit: Minority rights group A Quebec court on Friday gave the green light to a class-action lawsuit by a Guatemalan worker alleging that the closed work-permit system was rooted in direct discrimination based on race, ethnic origin and colour, violating the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms. “The Court finds that at this preliminary stage,…
Photo credit: Femmes Et Villes An outreach organization that supports asylum seekers and immigrants in Alberta, a province in Canada, thinks the systems assisting all newcomers need to be harmonized to better support those coming to Canada. Global News reports that Anita Umar, the CEO and president of the Centre for Newcomers in Calgary, said,…
Photo credit: the National Chad has benefited from the riches of the United Arab Republic. Gulf Today reports that the UAE has announced the launch of new humanitarian projects in Chad. It has also contributed US$10.25 million to the United Nations to support Sudanese refugee women affected by the country’s ongoing crisis. The UAE is…
