Nigerian Ports Authority Reports 20 Ships Ready to Berth in Lagos
The Nigerian Ports Authority (NPA) announced on Friday that a total of 20 ships are currently waiting to berth at […]
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Senegal’s Democratic Crisis: Calls to End Violence Against Demonstrators
An international alliance, CIVICUS, has condemned the use of violence against protesters in Senegal, following President Macky Sall’s decision to
Nigerian Security Agencies Unite to Tackle Insecurity in Osun State
The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) in Osun is seeking collaboration with the Nigerian Army and Nigerian Immigration
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The Impact of Taxation on Illicit Trade: Key Discussions at Africa’s COP10
The 10th Conference of the Parties (COP10) to the World Health Organization’s Framework Convention on Tobacco Control (FCTC) is underway
Court Dismisses Suit of Suspended Adamawa REC Seeking Immunity
A federal court in Abuja has rejected a lawsuit filed by Hudu Yunusa-Ari, the suspended Resident Electoral Commissioner (REC) in
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South African Foreign Minister Facing Threats After ICJ Case Against Israel
Naledi Pandor, South Africa’s Minister of International Relations, has reported receiving threats following the country’s complaint against Israel at the
Doctor Urges Caution for Football Fans with Heart Conditions Ahead of AFCON Final
An Akure-based medical practitioner, Dr. Thomas-Wilson Ikubese, has issued a warning to Super Eagles fans and football enthusiasts with heart
Suspected Female Kidnapper Arrested Trying to Collect N1.5m Ransom in Taraba
The Nigerian Army’s 93 Battalion, under the 6 Brigade, has apprehended a suspected female kidnapper, Janet Igohia, as she attempted
Nigerian Troops Neutralize Insurgents and Rescue Kidnap Victims in Kaduna
Nigerian Army troops from the I Division have achieved significant success in combating insurgency in Kaduna State. In a recent
Super Eagles Pay Tribute to Lives Lost in Tragic Incident During AFCON Semifinals
The Super Eagles showed solidarity for the lives lost during Nigeria’s semifinal match against South Africa in the Africa Cup
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Zimbabwe’s Remarkable Strides in Boosting Power Generation
Zimbabwe has made significant progress in increasing its power generation, with the national grid now producing a minimum of 1,430MW,
S Africa’s Ramaphosa renews call for Gaza ceasefire, Palestinian state
In annual State of the Nation Address, President Ramaphosa addressed domestic issues and Israel’s war on Gaza. Feb 9, 2024