The army has raised an alarm regarding the consistently low recruitment figures observed in the South-East region. This concern highlights potential challenges in military staffing from that area.

Outside a morgue in south-eastern Turkey, about a dozen men rushed to carry a coffin, but it was light - just the weight of a 10-year-old boy.

Despite significant oil revenues, South-south Nigerian states failed to meet the 26% education funding benchmark in their 2026 budgets, contrasting with stronger commitments from states in the South-east region.

Enugu, Abia, and Ebonyi states are set to lead education spending in South-east Nigeria's 2026 budgets, though concerns remain about meeting national benchmarks and implementation effectiveness.

The Icelandic Met Office has issued a warning for strong northeasterly winds across parts of the country, caused by an intense low-pressure system moving in from the south-east.

The Philippines is grappling with surging fuel prices and an energy crisis, prompting a reevaluation of its energy policy and diplomatic relations. Energy Secretary Sharon Garin has urged Filipinos to observe weekly Earth Hour and conserve fuel and electricity to manage the supply pinch.

Ukraine regains control of front-line areas in south-east and east, army chief says  The Straits Times

The Nigerian Police have disbursed N54 million to the families of officers killed in the line of duty, particularly in the South-east region which has seen increased attacks in recent years.

Deputy Speaker Benjamin Kalu has voiced support for the creation of a new state in Nigeria's South-East, proposing 'Animoma' as a fusion of Anambra, Imo, and Anioma, and urging stakeholders to consider the initiative.

The closure of the Hillcrest intersection at Matangi and Morrinsville roads in Hamilton, New Zealand, for roundabout construction has led to significant commuter chaos.

A socio-political youth body in Nigeria's South-East has announced plans for an “Electoral sensitisation and democratic defence tour” across the region to combat electoral malpractice ahead of the 2027 general elections.

The South East Development Commission (SEDC) has launched a new $50 million venture capital program, part of the Renewed Hope Agenda, aimed at funding startups and enhancing the innovation and technology ecosystem across Nigeria's five South-east states.

Cases of MenB linked to Canterbury nightclub have risen to 20, with two deaths, as experts warn of ‘explosive’ outbreak Meningitis infections in a county in the south-east of England continue to…

Governments in countries heavily reliant on Middle Eastern oil introduce measures to shield public from soaring costs Middle East crisis – live updates In Thailand, news anchors ditched their…

Former Senator representing Rivers South-East, Magnus Abe, has said the recent surge in global oil prices presents both challenges and opportunities for Nigeria, noting that the country stands to…

APC Stakeholders praise Deputy Speaker Benjamin Kalu for his key role in advancing the South-East’s political influence in national politics. Read More: https://punchng.com/apc-group-lauds-kalu-over-south-east-political-influence/

Southeast Asia is examining the potential of 'Grab-type' solutions to leverage artificial intelligence, aiming to adapt and innovate within the region's evolving AI landscape.

An APC chieftain warns the South-East not to repeat 2023 mistakes, urging them to support President Tinubu in 2027 based on performance and progress. Read More: https://punchng.com/apc-chieftain-warns-south-east-against-repeating-2023-mistakes/

SHAH ALAM, March 8 — The Sultan of Selangor, Sultan Sharafuddin Idris Shah, today witnessed the Selangor state fla...

Jordan Bardella, leader of the French National Rally (RN), campaigned in Menton, supporting candidate Alexandra Masson for the 2026 municipal elections, aiming for a broader RN victory in the South-East.

Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar on Tuesday night held a closed-door meeting with key South-East political figures in Abuja, in what sources described as a strategic move to consolidate support ahead of the presidential primaries of the African Democratic Congress (ADC). The post Atiku engages South-East power brokers ahead of ADC 2027 primaries appeared first on Vanguard News.

Parts of Nigeria’s South-East are facing significant economic challenges due to sit-at-home orders, originally framed as a protest tactic, which have led to deserted markets and highways on workdays.

The South-East Development Commission (SEDC) has outlined ambitious plans to grow the South-East region into a $200 billion economy within the next decade, while requesting the Senate’s approval for a N140 billion budget for 2026 to kick-start implementation of its development blueprint. The post SEDC seeks N140bn Budget to build $200bn South-East economy appeared first on Vanguard News.

After a decade of supplying the domestic camel milk market from a 130-hectare (320 acre) farm in south-east Queensland’s Scenic Rim, owner Paul Martin wants to start supplying the product to the United States. He hopes to export 60,000 litres this year – the first shipment in what he believes could one day become a major new commodity for the country. Guardian Australia's Joe Hinchliffe visited Martin's farm – one of the first commercial camel dairies in Australia – to learn how you milk a ca...

Four people were recently beheaded in Ebonyi community, South-east Nigeria, in a renewed land dispute. The post You must produce severed heads of slain victims, Nigerian governor tells community appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

The SEDC has shortlisted 210 startups for its South-East venture capital programme, aiming to foster innovation and support technology-driven businesses.

The Committee for the Defence of Human Rights (CDHR) has urged the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to appoint a Resident Electoral Commissioner (REC) from either the Northern or South-Eastern region for the Osun 2026 elections, following the transfer of Mutiu Agboke.

Deji Aboderin, a former candidate for the All Progressives Congress (APC), has announced his intention to contest the Ibadan South-East/North-East Federal Constituency seat in Nigeria's 2027 House of Representatives election.

Former governors from Nigeria's South-east region have formed a new forum and endorsed President Tinubu for re-election. The group clarified that not all former governors were present but expects broader participation in future gatherings.

A 14-year-old boy, identified as Eghosa Ogbebor, was shot dead in south-east London's Woolwich area, leading to the arrest of three teenagers.

The Federal Government has opened a 15km stretch of the Enugu–Onitsha Highway to alleviate traffic congestion during the Easter period, as part of a larger reconstruction project aimed at improving mobility in the South-East region.

Concerns are rising in South-East Asia due to an increase in fire hotspots and insufficient rainfall, leading to a heightened haze alarm across the region.

Plans for the South-Eastern Finland University of Applied Sciences (XAMK), recognized as one of Finland's best, to merge with the LUT Group are causing confusion among its teachers and students.

The South East Development Commission (SEDC) has unveiled a $50 million venture capital initiative designed to stimulate the region's underfunded innovation ecosystem and channel investment into the South-East.

Nigeria's Minister of Works, David Umahi, has directed the opening of a 15km completed section of the Enugu–Onitsha Expressway to alleviate traffic congestion in the South-East region.

Abia Governor Alex Otti has dismissed claims of disunity among South-East governors, stating that differing state priorities should not be mistaken for discord and urging collaboration.

The Igbo Presidency Project (IPP) has urged a shift from empowerment handouts to genuine political inclusion for the South-East, criticizing recent chaotic initiatives by the City Boys Movement.

The Nigerian Army accuses IPOB sympathizers of an online campaign to discredit its South-East operations by disputing photos of recovered IEDs. Read More: https://punchng.com/army-accuses-ipob-allies-of-online-campaign-to-discredit-seast-operations/

Some released Hamas prisoners are relocating to South-east Asia, raising security concerns  The Straits Times

Is the next Pokemon game set in South-east Asia? Millions of fans in the region are convinced  The Straits Times

Leaders from Nigeria’s South-East have expressed unified support for the proposed creation of ANIM State, urging national backing as the constitutional amendment process continues. The post South-East leaders back ANIM State, seek national support for constitutional approval appeared first on Vanguard News.

The Nigerian Army said its troops rescued the kidnap victims after receiving distress calls about the abduction of the victims in the South-eastern state. The post Nigerian troops rescue 12 kidnapped victims, arrest suspects appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

Southeast Asian nations are expressing concerns over the potential return of individuals linked to ISIS from Syria, posing security challenges for the region.

At least 16 people were killed in a head-on collision between an ambulance and a Ford Transit bus at Potrikrom in Ghana's Ahafo Ano South-East District.

To revive trading activities in the south-eastern state, Governor Charles Soludo of Anambra has been battling traders who refuse to open their shops because of the illegal sit-at-home directive The post Local council seals 200 shops at Anambra market over sit-at-home appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

KOTA KINABALU, Feb 23 — A strong earthquake measuring magnitude 6.8 struck the waters off the coast of Sabah at 12...

A high street is punctuated by burned-out buildings like rotten teeth in an otherwise perfect smile – what’s going on? On the banks of the River Clyde, half an hour to the south-east of Glasgow, Bothwell is one of the city’s prettiest and most prosperous commuter towns, famous for its medieval castle and annual scarecrow festival. Bothwell’s Victorian villas and secluded enclaves of luxury modern mansions sell into the millions to the TV personalities, professional footballers and entrepreneurs who favour its environs. Bothwell Main Street, a designated conservation area, showcases glorious floral displays in summertime and year round an array of independent boutiques, jewellers and beauticians buck the trend for high street degeneration. Continue reading...

Denge Josef Onoh, a former South-East spokesman for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, has criticized former Minister Uche Nnaji's zoning stance and expressed support for Governor Mbah's second term in Enugu State.

China is experiencing a significant increase in its imports of chip manufacturing tools from Southeast Asian nations. This surge highlights evolving supply chain dynamics in the semiconductor industry.

Troops of the Nigerian Army under Operation Eastern Sanity conducted raids across the South-East, overrunning IPOB/ESN strongholds and busting a kidnapping network. The operation also led to the recovery of IEDs and cash.

Federal lawmakers in Nigeria are clashing over the proposed creation of Anioma state, specifically regarding its capital and its connection to the South-East's push for equity.

Train services on France's South-East axis are experiencing significant disruptions and delays due to a 'switch failure,' with normal circulation not expected to resume before the end of the day.

The zonal chapter of the APC described Deputy National Chair Nwoye's comments on Arise TV as unethical, ill-advised, and driven by personal dissatisfaction rather than genuine concern for party unity.

Nigerian President Bola Tinubu's potential 2027 re-election campaign is reportedly struggling to gain support in the South-East region, despite recent improvements for his party.

Storm Erminio brought heavy rain, thunderstorms, and snow to Greece and south-east Italy, while Saharan dust covered Crete and deadly flooding impacted Afghanistan.

The rivalry between Uzodimma and Wike has heightened, particularly concerning Tinubu’s campaign activities in Nigeria's South-East and South-South regions.

A combination of numerous fire hotspots and insufficient rainfall has raised an alarm over potential haze across Southeast Asia.

The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) announced it destroyed fake and unwholesome drugs valued at over N939 million in Nigeria's South-East region.

Nigerian Minister of Works, David Umahi, has urged the South-East region to support President Bola Ahmed Tinubu's administration, highlighting ongoing federal road projects as proof of commitment to regional development.

This article explores the rise of political intolerance in Nigeria, examining online attacks against South-East figures like Bianca Ojukwu for their affiliations.

SDNY prosecutors allege two employees and a contractor smuggled servers through south-east Asia

Strong majority for Anutin Charnvirakul could bring political stability to south-east Asia’s second-largest economy

Analysts report that Iran's shadow fleet continues its 'business as usual' operations, passing through Southeast Asian waters despite international tensions.

It follows on from the South-East London singer joining forces with Rose McGowan earlier this year The post Kid Bookie teams up with Corey Taylor for intense new single ‘Blame’: “This song is almost…

The Nigerian Army has accused individuals sympathetic to the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) of orchestrating a social media campaign to discredit military operations in the South-East.

Our selection of Premium stories this week takes a look at the changing fortunes, power dynamics and neighbourly relations of countries and actors in South-east Europe.

The leaders say the new state, if created, would address development gaps and correct the imbalance that leaves the South-east as the only geopolitical zone with five states. The post Constitutional…

Guangdong province is actively pursuing stronger economic and diplomatic relationships with Malaysia and other nations in Southeast Asia.

A man has been charged with manslaughter in connection with the 2020 death of Gillian Morand, 36, in Bexley, south-east London, following allegations of domestic abuse linked to her suicide.

The SEDC MD further disclosed plans to construct railways across the five South-east states to enhance trade, improve regional connectivity, and unify the states economically. The post Reps approve N140bn budget for South East Development Commission appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

Armanino is expanding its presence in the south-east region through the addition of MSTiller.

Governors from Nigeria's South-East region plan to inject N25 billion into the 2026 SEDC budget to accelerate regional development projects in health, education, and infrastructure.

Aid agencies are calling for urgent international government support for destitute survivors of South-East Asia's cyberscam farms, many of whom are left homeless and unable to return home without passports or money.

Stuart Leslie, 46, and Shaun Overy, 51, died while skiing off-piste in Val d’Isère amid red avalanche alert Two British skiers who died in an avalanche in the French Alps have been named as Stuart Leslie and Shaun Overy. The pair were part of a group of five people, accompanied by an instructor, skiing off-piste in Val d’Isère in south-east France on Friday when they were swept away by falling snow. Continue reading...