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  • Plateau Debunks FIJ’s Late 2024 Financial Audit Claims

    By Ifunanya | August 13, 2025 | Comments Off on Plateau Debunks FIJ’s Late 2024 Financial Audit Claims

    The Plateau State government has rejected claims by a Nigerian media organization that it failed to meet statutory deadlines for publishing its 2024 audited financial records, asserting it complied with all legal requirements. This follows […]

  • U.S. Sanctions Congo Armed Group Over Illicit Mineral Trade Amid Conflict

    By Ifunanya | August 13, 2025 | Comments Off on U.S. Sanctions Congo Armed Group Over Illicit Mineral Trade Amid Conflict

    The United States has imposed sanctions on an armed faction and affiliated companies accused of funding violence in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo through illegal mining operations, signaling Washington’s dual focus on curbing conflict and […]

  • Kenya’s CHAN 2024 Hosting at Risk Amid Nairobi Stadium Crowd Violence

    By Ifunanya | August 13, 2025 | Comments Off on Kenya’s CHAN 2024 Hosting at Risk Amid Nairobi Stadium Crowd Violence

    Kenya faces the risk of being stripped of hosting rights for the 2024 African Nations Championship (CHAN) quarterfinals after repeated crowd disturbances at Nairobi’s Kasarani Stadium, tournament officials warned. The Confederation of African Football (CAF) […]

  • Mali’s Military Junta Arrests Ex-PMs Maiga and Mara in Political Crackdown

    By Ifunanya | August 13, 2025 | Comments Off on Mali’s Military Junta Arrests Ex-PMs Maiga and Mara in Political Crackdown

    Mali’s military leadership has intensified its crackdown on political dissent with the arrest of former Prime Minister Choguel Kokalla Maiga, the latest in a string of high-profile detentions targeting critics of the ruling junta. Maiga, […]

  • Grok AI Suspension Over Gaza Genocide Claims Sparks Musk Backlash

    By Ifunanya | August 13, 2025 | Comments Off on Grok AI Suspension Over Gaza Genocide Claims Sparks Musk Backlash

    The AI chatbot Grok, developed by Elon Musk’s xAI and integrated into the social platform X, sparked confusion this week after offering contradictory reasons for its temporary suspension—including claims that its remarks about Israel and […]

  • NBA Condemns Ibom Air for Dehumanizing Treatment of Passenger Emmanson

    By Ifunanya | August 13, 2025 | Comments Off on NBA Condemns Ibom Air for Dehumanizing Treatment of Passenger Emmanson

    The Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) has strongly criticized Ibom Air over its handling of passenger Comfort Emmanson during an August 10 flight, branding the airline’s actions as unlawful and a severe infringement on her human […]

  • Oyo APC, Makinde Clash Over Akinremi Housing Estate Controversy

    By Ifunanya | August 13, 2025 | Comments Off on Oyo APC, Makinde Clash Over Akinremi Housing Estate Controversy

    A political dispute has erupted in Nigeria’s Oyo State following plans to name a housing project in honor of late federal lawmaker Musliudeen Olaide Akinremi, igniting tensions between the opposition All Progressives Congress (APC) and […]

  • Nikkei Soars to 2nd Record High on US Rate Cut Hopes, Asia Rallies

    By Ifunanya | August 13, 2025 | Comments Off on Nikkei Soars to 2nd Record High on US Rate Cut Hopes, Asia Rallies

    Asian markets rallied for a second consecutive day Wednesday, fueled by growing optimism that the U.S. Federal Reserve might lower interest rates as inflation pressures showed signs of easing. Japan’s Nikkei 225 led gains, rising […]

  • El Fasher Siege: UN Condemns Civilian Attacks Amid Famine Crisis

    By Ifunanya | August 13, 2025 | Comments Off on El Fasher Siege: UN Condemns Civilian Attacks Amid Famine Crisis

    A recent assault on a displacement camp in Sudan’s war-torn Darfur region has drawn sharp condemnation from United Nations officials, as civilians face escalating violence and catastrophic hunger. At least 40 people were killed and […]

  • Putin-Trump Alaska Military Base Talks on Ukraine, Security

    By Ifunanya | August 13, 2025 | Comments Off on Putin-Trump Alaska Military Base Talks on Ukraine, Security

    A high-stakes meeting between U.S. President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin will occur this Friday at Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson in Anchorage, Alaska, according to sources cited by CNN. The White House selected the […]

  • BBNaija’s Joanna Rejects Victory’s Proposal, Prioritizes Independence

    By Ifunanya | August 13, 2025 | Comments Off on BBNaija’s Joanna Rejects Victory’s Proposal, Prioritizes Independence

    In a recent twist on Big Brother Naija, housemate Joanna turned down a romantic proposal from fellow contestant Victory, emphasizing her desire to remain independent in the high-pressure reality TV environment. The drama unfolded after […]

  • NCAA Drip Controversy Sparks Debate Over Airport Incident Disparities

    By Ifunanya | August 13, 2025 | Comments Off on NCAA Drip Controversy Sparks Debate Over Airport Incident Disparities

    Amid mounting scrutiny over Nigeria’s aviation sector, Michael Achimugu, spokesperson for the Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA), revealed this week that he continued working from his office while receiving intravenous therapy to address an undisclosed […]

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