Civil society urge nationwide strike, protest in Senegal after vote delay
The call for mass mobilisation comes as a major political upheaval continues in the usually stable West African nation. Feb […]
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62-year-old Woman Defies Odds to Give Birth Through IVF in Lagos
A remarkable story emerged from Lagos as 62-year-old Fummi Akinade successfully gave birth to a baby boy after 31 years
ECOWAS holds emergency session over Senegal crisis and member exits
Political drama in four member states has led to questions about the broader role of the almost 50-year-old bloc. Feb
Tunisia’s press, civil society silent as Ghannouchi sentenced, analysts say
Feb 8, 2024 Analysts and rights groups have pointed to the muted response to Ennahdha leader Rachid Ghannouchi’s latest criminal
Nigerian Labor Unions Give FG 14-Day Notice for Nationwide Strike
February 8, 2024 The Trade Union Congress of Nigeria (TUC) and the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) have sent a notice
Lagos Police Capture Most Wanted Traffic Robber After Six-Month Pursuit
The Police Command in Lagos State has successfully apprehended the notorious traffic robber who had been on the run for
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Liberia’s Senator Criticizes Government Formation Delays
Bomi County Senator Edwin Melvin Snowe has voiced his concerns over the slow pace of nominating government officials by President
We must be patriotic to win war against terrorists, bandits, says DHQ
February 8, 2024 – By reporter Maj.-Gen. Edward Buba The Defence Headquarters has said Nigeria will win the war against terrorists and
Tinubu Mourns the Passing of the Asagba of Asaba
February 8, 2024 – By reporter The Late Obi (Prof.), Joseph Chike Edozien President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has mourned the
Suspect in Boston femicide case escapes from police custody in Kenya
Suspect was jailed and awaiting a ruling on a US extradition request after being accused of killing his girlfriend in
NAFDAC Cracks Down on Illegal Drug Hawking in Kaduna, Seizes Substandard Drugs Worth N250,000
The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has made a significant stride in its fight against
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International Outcry Over Postponed Senegalese Presidential Election
The decision to delay the highly anticipated presidential election in Senegal, originally slated for February 25, has sparked strong condemnation