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Mali launches airstrikes in response to militant-imposed fuel blockade

Mali airstrikes target al-Qaeda militants in Kayes region

By Ifunanya / September 9, 2025

Mali’s military has launched airstrikes in the gold-rich Kayes region in response to a blockade imposed by al-Qaeda-linked militants. The […]

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Thunderstorm damages Otukpo-Nsukka transmission line — TCN — Daily Nigerian

Nigeria power line snapped by thunderstorm causes fire

By Ifunanya / September 9, 2025

A thunderstorm on September 3 caused significant damage to Nigeria’s power infrastructure, resulting in the snapping of a major transmission […]

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6-month suspension to be lifted after appeal court verdict — Daily Nigerian

Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan Suspension Remains

By Ifunanya / September 9, 2025

The National Assembly of Nigeria has rejected a request by Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan to resume her legislative duties. In a […]

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The linguistic diversity of Africa and Its absence in AI development

AI language gap in Africa hinders tech access

By Ifunanya / September 9, 2025

A significant proportion of the world’s languages are found in Africa, with estimates suggesting over a quarter of all languages […]

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Libya’s coast guard accused of firing at humanitarian ship in distress mission

Libya coast guard fires on migrant rescue ship

By Ifunanya / September 9, 2025

A humanitarian group’s vessel was fired upon by Libya’s coast guard in the Mediterranean Sea, according to a statement released […]

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APC came, saw, conquered Nigeria - Dino Melaye

APC dominance ends in 2027 says Dino Melaye

By Ifunanya / September 9, 2025

Former Nigerian lawmaker Dino Melaye has stated that the All Progressives Congress (APC) will be defeated in the 2027 general […]

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Gov. Lawal seeks reflection on values of sacrifice, obediences — Daily Nigerian

Zamfara banditry: Governor forms committee for victim support

By Ifunanya / September 9, 2025

Governor Dauda Lawal of Zamfara State has established a standing committee to assess and provide support to individuals affected by […]

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Gov. Sanwo-Olu bars council chairmen from appointing aides — Daily Nigerian

Lagos pensioners receive N1.52 billion retirement bond certificates

By Ifunanya / September 9, 2025

The Lagos State Government has issued N1.52 billion in retirement bond certificates to 798 civil service retirees under the Contributory […]

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Nigeria Facebook ban request sparks free speech debate

By Ifunanya / September 9, 2025

A human rights lawyer has petitioned Meta Platforms Inc. to reject a request by Nigeria’s Department of State Services (DSS) […]

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Gov. Sani inaugurates Makarfi road project, commits to rural devt — Daily Nigerian

Kaduna state governor inaugurates rural road project

By Ifunanya / September 9, 2025

Kaduna State Governor Uba Sani has launched the construction of the Durum Kuruntumawa Road in Makarfi Local Government Area, underscoring […]

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