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Diaspora Watch 46th Edition: A Global Panorama of News and Insights

The 46th edition of Diaspora Watch brings you a diverse array of news and analysis from around the world. In a significant development, Turkiye has struck oil in Somalia, discovering an estimated 20 billion barrels, a find that could potentially transform the country’s economy. Meanwhile, the Caribbean Community (CARICOM) and the Philippines have strengthened their ties to tackle shared challenges, showcasing the importance of international cooperation.

In Africa, Nigeria has signed a $158 million agricultural value chain deal aimed at boosting food security and creating jobs, a move that underscores the continent’s focus on economic development. In a surprising turn of events, the Catholic Church has a new leader, with Pope Leo XIV calling for unity and a missionary spirit, marking a new chapter for the institution.

However, not all news is positive. South Africa has slammed the US plan to accept White Afrikaners as refugees, sparking controversy and debate. Tanzania is taking steps towards currency independence, while Sudan has cut diplomatic ties with the UAE over alleged support for paramilitary forces. The Ivory Coast’s recent political developments have raised concerns about democracy, highlighting the complexities of governance in the region.

In other news, African skincare secrets are taking the global beauty scene by storm, showcasing the continent’s rich cultural heritage. Bill Gates has explored AI-driven solutions for global challenges in Indonesia, emphasizing the importance of technology in addressing pressing issues. Kenya has suspended Worldcoin over security concerns, demonstrating the need for caution in the rapidly evolving digital landscape.

Finally, in sports, Barcelona edged Real Madrid 4-3 in a thrilling Clasico, a testament to the enduring rivalry between these two football giants.

As always, Diaspora Watch brings you a curated selection of news and insights, providing a window into the world’s diverse experiences and perspectives.

Stay informed, stay engaged.

Chimamanda Adichie literary Legacy Festival to take Place in Africa’s Most Populous Country

Award-winning novelist, Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie, has been announced as the headliner of the 2025 Things Fall Apart Festival, a week-long celebration of Chinua Achebe’s literary legacy.

The Centre for Memories, organisers of the festival, in an Instagram post on Tuesday, said the festival will take place from June 29 to July 5, 2025, at the Centre for Memories in Enugu.

“We are screaming with excitement because the iconic Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie — globally celebrated novelist, feminist, and one of the most powerful literary voices of our time — is coming home to headline the Things Fall Apart Festival 2025, taking place from June 29 to July 5 at the Centre for Memories, Enugu!

“Adichie, fresh from her worldwide tour for her new book “Dream Count,” joins us to honour one of her greatest inspirations, the legendary Chinua Achebe, the pre-eminent storyteller whose words redefined African literature and consciousness,” the statement read.

The statement added, “Adichie will reflect on storytelling, cultural rootedness, and the timeless dialogue between history and identity. Her presence marks a powerful moment in our collective exploration of the festival’s theme:
“Masculine, Feminine, Human: The Dialogue of Complements in Things Fall Apart.”

Organisers said the festival will feature dramatic performances, tech-driven storytelling, art exhibitions, film screenings, memory walks, youth programmes and a reimagined Umuofia village experience.

An essay competition and saloon-style conversations are also scheduled to be held throughout the week.

Nigeria’s Joint Admission Matriculation Board, admits errors in results, over 370,000 candidates to retake exam

The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has admitted errors in the results of some candidates who took the 2025 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examinations (UTME).

On Tuesday, the board commenced the review of the candidates’ results with some stakeholders after widespread complaints of low scores by candidates who have a track record of better performance.

Speaking on the outcome of the review on Wednesday, JAMB Registrar Is-haq Oloyede, a professor, apologised to the candidates and admitted some errors.

Mr Oloyede said the board has decided that all candidates affected in 157 out of 882 centres will be contacted to retake their examinations starting Friday, 16 May.

A total of 379,997 candidates across the 157 centres in Lagos and the South-east would retake their examinations.

“So, I appeal to the candidates and those affected by the error of our system to accept this explanation as the truth of the matter without embellishment, Please. I apologise and take full responsibility, not just in words,” he said.

Mr Oloyede said affected candidates would be contacted by JAMB through text messages sent to their registered phone numbers, email addresses, profiles, and phone calls.

He directed them to reprint their examination slips for the rescheduled examination dates.

He said the board has contacted the West African Examinations Council (WAEC), which is currently holding its West African Senior School Certificate Examinations (WASSCE), to allow JAMB some slots for candidates to take the exams, and WAEC has agreed.

“Any candidate with a clash of timetable, particularly for Agricultural Science on Friday, would be rescheduled,” Mr Oloyede said.

“However, we have endeavoured to ensure that no such exist. Most, if not all, such candidates are scheduled for Saturday. Fortunately, the prescribed texts for SSCE are also the prescribed texts for UTME, apart from the reading text of the UTME, which carries just 10 marks in our Use of English test.”

He said the reviewers examined samples from across the country, but no sign of any abnormality has been detected in any centre other than the ones mentioned.

He added that the exercise continues.