LOKOJA, Nigeria – The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) in Kogi State has condemned the siege on its State Headquarters in Lokoja on wednesday morning by a mob that barricaded all entrances to the office and prevented access to staff to carry out routine duties. The siege also prevented attorneys representing political parties involved in […]
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Abuja, Nigeria – The Nigerian National Petroleum Company (NNPC) Limited has won the 2023 Nigeria GovTech Awards for its exceptional service delivery in the public sector. The company’s Group Chief Executive Officer (GCEO), Mele Kyari, also received the Distinguished GovTech Trailblazer Award. The awards were given by the Bureau of Public Service Reforms (BPSR), an […]
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By ZLK Media Consult The National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) today launched the National Contingency Plan for Nigeria (2023-2025), marking a significant step towards enhancing disaster preparedness and response capabilities across the country. The plan, developed in collaboration with UNICEF and various stakeholders, outlines a comprehensive framework for managing emergencies arising from natural disasters, public […]
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Sierra Leone has been placed under a nationwide curfew after armed men broke into prisons, setting inmates free. Detainees from a number of “major” facilities were released on Sunday morning, said the West African nation’s information minister. Earlier on, the gunmen had attacked a military barracks in capital city, Freetown. Residents reported hearing gunshots at […]
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In the heart of Nigeria’s bustling political landscape, the Kano State governorship election has been embroiled in a whirlwind of controversy and legal wrangling. At the center of this storm lies the Appeal Court judgment, a decision that has sparked heated debates and divided opinions. The saga began with the 2023 gubernatorial election in Kano […]
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Shoes Affair, a leading retailer of high-quality footwear, is gearing up for its annual Black Friday extravaganza, promising fantastic deals on shoes and bags for the fashion-savvy shopper. The two-day event will take place at Capital Hub, Ahmadu Bello Way, Abuja, on 24th November and end on 25th November 2023. This year’s Black Friday sale […]
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In a significant step towards fostering a culture of innovation and entrepreneurship in Nigeria, fifty young Nigerians serving under the National Youth Service Scheme (NYSC) in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) have been selected for training in Intellectual Property (IP). This initiative, known as IP SALAYE, aims to empower young entrepreneurs with the knowledge and […]
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The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) Parliament has convened its Second Ordinary Session for the year 2023, with a focus on the 2024 Consolidated Community Budget, the state of regional democracy, and the radical shift in regional peace and security. In his opening remarks, ECOWAS Parliament Speaker Sidie Tunis highlighted the importance of […]
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The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) Parliament has kicked off its Second Ordinary Session for 2023, marking a pivotal moment for the region as it seeks to strengthen integration and development. In his opening remarks, Senator Godswill Akpabio, President of the Senate of Nigeria, underscored the importance of regional cooperation and integration, drawing […]
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A new report by Save the Children International has revealed a shocking statistic: an estimated 17.6 million children will be born into hunger in 2023. This represents a 22% jump from a decade ago, translating to an alarming 33 children per minute entering a world where hunger will threaten their very existence. The study, released […]
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The Nigerian Defence Headquarters (DHQ) has categorically denied a recent report alleging the passing of the Chief of Defence Staff, General Christopher Gwabin Musa. The DHQ affirmed that General Musa is alive and well, stressing the importance of relying on credible sources for accurate information. The erroneous report, which circulated earlier this week, caused unnecessary […]
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Liberian President George Weah has called his challenger in the presidential race, Joseph Boakai, to congratulate him on his victory. In an address to the nation he said “the Liberian people have spoken and we have heard their voice”. The opposition candidate holds an unassailable lead of 28,000 votes with nearly all ballots counted. A […]
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In a dramatic turn of events, the High Court sitting in the Federal Capital Territory has ordered the remand of former Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) Governor Godwin Emefiele in the Kuje Correctional Centre pending the determination of his bail request. Emefiele is standing trial on charges of procurement fraud allegedly amounting to over N1 […]
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Nigeria’s National Security Adviser, Mallam Nuhu Ribadu, has attributed the rise in kidnapping cases to the decline in armed robbery, stating that criminals have shifted their tactics due to the reduced use of cash. Addressing participants at the All Nigeria Editors Conference (ANEC) in Uyo, Akwa Ibom State (South-South Nigeria), Ribadu highlighted the evolving nature […]
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The National Executive Council of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) and the Trade Union Congress (TUC) has announced the suspension of the ongoing nationwide strike, effective immediately. The decision to suspend the strike was taken following the intervention of the National Security Adviser, Nuhu Ribadu, who met with labour leaders earlier on Wednesday. The labor […]
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Nigeria’s National Security Adviser, Nuhu Ribadu, has confirmed that arrests have been made in connection with the attack on the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) president, Joe Ajaero. Ribadu, who expressed concern over the ongoing industrial action by the Trade Union Congress and Nigeria Labour Congress, said investigation had since commenced on the matter. He disclosed […]
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The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has vehemently denied allegations that it tampered with voter accreditation figures for the Kogi Governorship Election results uploaded on the INEC Result Viewing (IReV) portal. In a swift and decisive response, INEC in a statement by a National Commissioner and Member of the Information and Voter Education Committee, Mohammed […]
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President Bola Tinubu of Nigeria has advanced negotiations concerning a multi-billion dollar infrastructure finance facility from the Islamic Development Bank to fund a multi-sectoral portfolio of infrastructure projects at the federal and sub-national levels in Nigeria. The development was the outcome of substantive investment discussions held between President Tinubu and the Vice-President (Country Programs) of […]
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Workers in Lagos State, Nigeria’s commercial capital, have partially complied with the nationwide strike called by the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) and the Trade Union Congress of Nigeria (TUC). The strike is in protest against the alleged failure of the Federal Government to address issues affecting workers, such as the minimum wage, insecurity, corruption, and […]
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A nationwide strike called by the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) and the Trade Union Congress (TUC) has recorded partial compliance in the federal capital territory (FCT). The NLC and TUC had announced the strike from midnight on November 14 to protest against the alleged brutality of Joe Ajaero, NLC president, in Imo state. Ajaero was […]
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The Nigeria Civil Society Situation Room (Situation Room), a coalition of over 70 civil society organisations, has issued a statement saying that the governorship elections held in Bayelsa, Imo and Kogi States on Saturday, November 11, 2023, fell short of credible standards. The Situation Room’s statement cites a number of irregularities, including: The Situation Room […]
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A Nigerian election monitoring group has said that the off-cycle elections held in three states on November 11 were marred by abuses of power and insecurity. The Centre for Democracy and Development (CDD) said that the governing parties in Bayelsa, Imo and Kogi states abused their incumbency by using state resources and deploying security forces […]
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The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has announced that a fresh election will be held in some locations in Kogi State, Nigeria, on Saturday 18th November 2023. The decision comes after INEC found that result sheets had been completed before voting began in the affected areas. A statement by Mohammed Kudu Haruna, a National Commissioner […]
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The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) of Nigeria has suspended the voting process in several areas of Kogi State following reports of widespread electoral malpractice. The most severe incidents took place in Ogori/Magongo, where nine of the ten Registration Areas were implicated. The Kogi State election, which commenced today, has been marred by allegations of […]
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Observers have raised concerns about vote buying, election violence and irregularities in Nigeria’s off-cycle elections in Bayelsa, Imo and Kogi states. In a statement released on Saturday, Professor Adele Jinadu, Chair of the CDD Election Analysis Centre (CDD-EAC), said that the organization had deployed over 150 fact-checkers and observers in all three states to monitor […]
Read MoreObservers have called for calm and transparency in Nigeria’s off-cycle elections in Bayelsa, Imo and Kogi states. In a statement released on Saturday, Emmanuel Njoku, Director Democracy and Governance and Head of Uzabe elections situation room at Connected Development (CODE), said that the overall atmosphere in all three states had been peaceful and calm. He […]
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The Kogi State governorship election was held on Saturday, November 11, 2023, with low voter turnout and allegations of vote-buying reported in some polling units. However, the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) and security agencies were commended for the peaceful and timely conduct of the poll. Ad-hoc staff of INEC arrived early at polling units […]
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The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) in Bayelsa State has confirmed that a boat carrying election personnel capsized on Friday, 10th November 2023. The incident occurred while the boat was transporting personnel to Registration Area-17 (Koluama) in Southern Ijaw LGA. All the election personnel numbering 12 and the boat operator were rescued, but INEC lost […]
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Ahead of Saturday’s governorship elections in Nigeria’s Bayelsa, Imo and Kogi states, the Centre for Democracy and Development (CDD) Election Analysis Centre (EAC) has warned of the threats of violence, misinformation and inducements, but said these issues could be addressed if there are sufficient efforts to mitigate them. In a press statement signed by its […]
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The Nigeria Civil Society Situation Room (Situation Room), a coalition of over 70 civil society organizations, has called for free, fair and credible governorship elections in Bayelsa, Imo and Kogi States on Saturday, 11th November 2023. In a preliminary statement issued on Friday and signed by its Convener, Y.Z Ya’u, and Co-Conveners, Mimidoo Achakpa and […]
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Nigerian unions have grounded activities at the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport in Abuja in protest of an attack on the president of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC), Joe Ajaero, in Imo State. The unions, the NLC and the Trade Union Congress (TUC), accused the Imo State government of using police officers to assault Ajaero. The […]
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A Nigerian human rights group, the Resource Centre for Human Rights and Civic Education (CHRICED), has condemned the country’s economic hardships, wasteful spending by the government, and the assault on the President of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC), Comrade Joe Ajaero, in Imo State last week. In a press briefing on Thursday, CHRICED Executive Director […]
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The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has said that effective use of information and communication technology (ICT) is crucial in combating financial crimes. The NCC’s Executive Vice Chairman, Aminu Maida, said that ICT systems are critical for preventing and investigating financial crimes or mitigating the risks associated with virtual assets in the financial markets. He was […]
Read MoreNigerian labour unions have ordered a shutdown of Imo State in protest at the brutalisation of the National President of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC), Joe Ajaero, by police last week. The unions have also directed aviation workers to ensure that flights into and out of the state are suspended. The shutdown is due to […]
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The leadership of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) and the Trade Union Congress (TUC) have summoned an emergency National Executive Council (NEC) meeting to review the modalities of the planned nationwide strike following the brutalisation of the National President of the NLC, Joe Ajaero. The NEC meeting will also review the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) […]
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Coca-Cola, Danone and Nestle have been accused of making misleading claims about their plastic water bottles being “100% recycled”. A consumer body and two environmental groups have issued a legal complaint to the European Commission over the alleged greenwashing. They argue that the bottles are never made wholly of recycled materials. Coca-Cola said its packaging […]
Read MoreUS Secretary of State Antony Blinken has continued the push for a pause in fighting in Gaza.Speaking in Baghdad, during a diplomatic tour of the Middle East, he says regional leaders would “welcome” a humanitarian pause.Israel says it needs progress on the release of hostages before agreeing to any pause in its offensive.The Israeli military […]
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The French Government has made a groundbreaking move by committing to return $150 million of looted funds associated with the late Nigerian military leader, General Sani Abacha. This decision was made public during a visit by France’s Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs, Catherine Colonna, to Abuja, where she informed the newly elected President Bola […]
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The Nigeria Civil Society Situation Room, a coalition of civil society organizations, has condemned the attack on the President of the Nigeria Labour Congress, Joe Ajaero, by security operatives in Imo State. In a statement issued on Friday, November 3, 2023, the Situation Room said that Ajaero was arrested and tortured by security operatives acting […]
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Nigerian troops have thwarted a planned terrorist attack in the northern state of Kano, arresting two suspects and seizing weapons and explosives. A joint operation by the Nigerian Army and the Department of State Services (DSS) raided a terrorist hideout in Gezawa Local Government Area in the early hours of Friday, November 3, 2023. The […]
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The Chairman of the Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NIDCOM), Abike Dabiri-Erewa, has said that the 6th Nigeria Diaspora Investment Summit (NDIS) will provide a platform for Nigerians in the diaspora to explore investment opportunities in Nigeria and contribute to the country’s national development. The summit, which will take place from November 13th to 15th, 2023, […]
Read MoreMilitant Islamist group Boko Haram has killed 20 mourners returning from the burial of victims of an earlier attack by the jihadists in north-eastern Nigeria, police say. The mourners died after their vehicle drove over an explosive device planted by the insurgents in Yobe state. On Monday, the militants shot dead 17 people in a […]
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Nigerian President Bola Tinubu has set performance targets for his cabinet ministers and warned that those who fail to meet expectations will be removed. Tinubu made the announcement at the 2023 Cabinet Retreat for Ministers, Presidential Aides, Permanent Secretaries and Top Government Functionaries, which was held in Abuja on Wednesday. He said that the performance […]
Read MoreThe African Development Bank (AfDB), the UN Economic Commission for Africa (ECA), and the UN Development Programme (UNDP) will jointly host the 2023 African Economic Conference (AEC) in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, from November 16-18. The conference, to be held in a hybrid format at the UN Conference Centre, will bring together African ministers, UN partners, […]
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The embattled Governor of Rivers State, Nigeria, Siminalayi Fubara, has denied any wrongdoing after the state House of Assembly began an impeachment process against him on Monday. Fubara told supporters that he had “done nothing to warrant impeachment” and that he was “confident” that he would be cleared of all charges. The governor’s impeachment comes […]
Read MoreThe UN agency for Palestinian refugees has said “Hundreds and hundreds of patients” are stuck in hospitals in the north of Gaza.Doctors say Israel told staff to evacuate Al-Quds hospital in Gaza City on Sunday but that moving patients – many of whom are in intensive care – is impossible.The Palestinian Red Crescent says Israeli […]
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At least 32 people have been killed and dozens more injured in a crash involving multiple vehicles in Egypt, the health ministry has said. The collision occurred on Saturday morning in Egypt’s Beheira governorate on the Cairo-Alexandria road, 131km (82 miles) north of the capital Cairo. At least 63 people have been injured, the health […]
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Security agencies in Nigeria are to deploy heavily for the forthcoming governorship elections in Kogi, Imo and Bayelsa states, the Inspector General of Police, IGP Kayode Egbetokun, has said. Egbetokun said this on Friday at the meeting of the Interagency Consultative Committee on Election Security (ICCES) held at the Office of the National Security Adviser […]
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The chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) of Nigeria, Prof. Mahmood Yakubu, on Thursday briefed the media on the commission’s preparations for the off-cycle governorship elections in Bayelsa, Imo and Kogi States scheduled for Saturday 11th November 2023. Prof. Yakubu said that the commission had conducted a mock accreditation exercise involving actual voters […]
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The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) of Nigeria is looking to improve the performance of its Bimodal Voter Accreditation System (BVAS) in the upcoming off-cycle governorship elections in Bayelsa, Imo and Kogi States on November 11. The INEC Chairman, Prof. Mahmood Yakubu, said at a regular consultative meeting with civil society organisations (CSOs) in Abuja […]
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The Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) in Nigeria, Prof. Mahmood Yakubu, has announced the commission’s readiness to conduct the upcoming off-cycle Governorship elections in Bayelsa, Imo, and Kogi states. The elections are set to take place on November 11, 2023. This historical event will mark the first time the Commission is conducting […]
Read MoreNigeria’s Electoral Commission (INEC) has debunked a statement alleging that three of its staff are reconfiguring Bimodal Voter Accreditation System (BVAS) machines at the government house of the northcentral state of Kogi State. Kogi State’s capital, Lokoja is about 200 kilometres away from Nigeria’s capital, Abuja. The statement, signed by ID Ijele, Director of New […]
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TAF Africa, a prominent disability inclusion-focused organization, has partnered with Glory City Campus Fellowship, a religious organization, to foster inclusivity and educational opportunities for students with disabilities. The partnership will provide financial support by covering one-term school fees for deserving students with disabilities. The collaboration aims to create a more inclusive and supportive educational environment […]
Read MoreIsrael says it “will not thwart” the delivery of food, water and medicine from Egypt for civilians in Gaza as long as this aid does not “reach Hamas”.The agreement was announced by US President Joe Biden just before he left Israel after visiting the country in a show of support.Earlier, Biden backed Israel’s strong denial […]
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Ahead of the governorship elections in Kogi, Imo, and Bayelsa states in Nigeria, the Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Professor Mahmood Yakubu, has urged Nigerian journalists to adhere to the ethical standards of the profession to enable an effective flow of information. Yakubu, who was represented by the National Commissioner and Chairman, […]
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Nigeria’s Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) is warning of the dangers of weaponised fake news and misinformation in the lead-up to the country’s off-cycle governorship elections in Bayelsa, Imo, and Kogi states on November 11th. INEC Chairman Prof. Mahmood Yakubu said on October 16th that the commission is “conscious of the critical role of the […]
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Nigeria’s Electoral Commission (INEC) has emphasized that security is its primary concern for the upcoming off-cycle governorship elections in Bayelsa, Imo, and Kogi states. INEC Chairman, Professor Yakubu Mahmoud, made this known during a commission-organized mock voters accreditation exercise. He disclosed that the commission is collaborating with security agencies to arrest any incidence of insecurity […]
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Civilians are fleeing northern Gaza by car, on the back of trucks and on foot after an Israeli warning that civilians should move south.About 1.1 million people living in northern areas have been told to leave in the next day.The Israeli military said it knew it would take longer than that to move everyone but […]
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Nigerian President Bola Tinubu has appointed Mr. Ola Olukoyede as the new Executive Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) and Mr. Muhammad Hammajoda as the new Secretary of the Commission. Mr. Olukoyede is a lawyer with over 22 years of experience as a regulatory compliance consultant and specialist in fraud management and […]
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By the BBC, There is no evidence that the diploma Nigeria’s President Bola Ahmed Tinubu submitted to the country’s electoral commission was forged, the BBC’s Global Disinformation Team has found. Allegations that President Tinubu’s certificates were faked went viral on social media following the release by Chicago State University (CSU) of his academic records last […]
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Gaza’s only power station has run out of fuel, leaving residents without electricity as Israel’s siege of the territory continues. Earlier this week, Israel announced it was cutting supplies of electricity, fuel, and water to Gaza. This means that Gazans will be relying on generators for electricity, but many do not have access to fuel […]
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Nigeria’s Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) will on Thursday present the voter register for the upcoming gubernatorial elections in Bayelsa, Imo and Kogi states to political parties participating in the polls. A statement released on Tuesday by INEC’S National Commissioner and Chairman of the Information and Voter Education Committe, Sam Olumekun said the commission will […]
Read MoreOil prices have jumped on concerns that the situation in Israel and Gaza could disrupt output from the Middle East. Brent crude, the international benchmark, climbed by $2.25 a barrel to $86.83, while US prices also rose. Israel and Palestinian territories are not oil producers but the Middle Eastern region accounts for almost a third […]
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As the Bayelsa, Imo, and Kogi governorship elections draw closer, concerns over security issues and pre-election violence have taken center stage. The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has expressed its worry over the spate of insecurity and violence, including clashes among supporters of political parties and candidates in the forthcoming elections. The Commission has called […]
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Dozens of gunmen from the Islamist militant group Hamas appear to have entered southern Israel in a surprise attack and are currently at large. Israel’s military says it is striking targets in the Gaza Strip amid a “situational assessment”. Earlier, dozens of rockets were launched toward Israel, setting off air raid sirens across the country. […]
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Nigerian Nobel laureate Wole Soyinka has challenged those accusing him of academic fraud to provide evidence within 30 days or jump into the River Niger. The accusations were first made in a 1998 article by Joseph Dahip, which referenced a 1996 report by scholar James Gibbs. Gibbs claimed that Soyinka had obtained a second-class degree […]
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Spain, Portugal and Morocco have been named as the co-hosts, with the opening three matches taking place in Uruguay, Argentina and Paraguay. The opening matches in South America are to mark the World Cup’s centenary as it will be 100 years since the inaugural tournament in Montevideo. The decision is set to be ratified at […]
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The Nigerian government has reached a wage agreement with labour unions, suspending a planned nationwide strike for 30 days. Under the agreement, the government will pay a N35,000 ($57.38) allowance to all federal workers for six months, starting from September. The government will also invest in compressed natural gas (CNG) buses for mass transit and […]
Read MoreThe Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine has been awarded to a pair of scientists who developed the technology that led to the mRNA Covid vaccines. Professors Katalin Kariko and Drew Weissman will share the prize. The technology was experimental before the pandemic, but has now been given to millions of people around the world […]
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Nigerian labour unions have rejected the government’s offer of a six-month provisional wage increase of $32 (£26) for all workers and are set to go on strike on Tuesday. The unions are demanding a monthly wage of $255 (£210) to help deal with the rising cost of living, which has soared since President Bola Tinubu […]
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Nigeria’s President Bola Tinubu has announced a six-month increase to the minimum wage, but unions have said they will proceed with a planned indefinite strike from Tuesday. The president’s announcement came on Sunday, the 63rd anniversary of Nigeria’s independence from the UK. He said the increase was necessary to cushion people from the current economic […]
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Nigeria’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Yusuf Maitama Tuggar, has criticized the treatment of Nigerian footballer Victor Osimhen by his club Napoli. In a statement on Friday, Ambassador Tuggar emphasized that Nigerian sportspeople in the diaspora must be treated with dignity. His comments came after a video circulated online mocking Osimhen for missing a penalty […]
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The Speaker of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) Parliament, Sidie Tunis, has warned against the erosion of democracy in the region. Tunis was speaking on Friday at the opening of the Second Parliamentary Seminar for the year 2023 in Winneba, Ghana. The seminar is being held under the theme “The Challenges of […]
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A Tribunal in Nigeria’s Kaduna State has declared the governorship election inconclusive. Kaduna State is in Northwest Nigeria and is two hours away from the capital, Abuja. The petition was filed by the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) candidate, Isah Mohammed Ashiru, against the incumbent governor, Uba Sani of the All-Progressives Congress (APC). In a split […]
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The Resource Centre for Human Rights & Civic Education (CHRICED) has criticized the Federal Government of Nigeria for its sneaky return of petrol subsidy payments. The organization through a statement by its Executive Director Ibrahim Zikirullahi accused the government of lacking transparency and accountability and has called for more clarity on the issue. Despite previously […]
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The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) in Nigeria has announced that it will conduct a mock accreditation of voters for the forthcoming off-cycle Governorship elections in Bayelsa, Imo and Kogi States. The test run will take place simultaneously in the three states on Saturday 14th October 2023 from 8.30am to 2.30pm, using the Bimodal Voter […]
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Nigeria is celebrating its 63rd independence anniversary on Sunday, October 1, 2023, amid economic challenges. The country has witnessed an unbroken democratic record since 1999 and a seamless, successful and peaceful presidential transition program from one government to another. However, the current government is facing a number of economic challenges, including high inflation and a […]
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A wing of the Supreme Court complex in Nigeria’s capital, Abuja, was engulfed by fire on Monday morning. The fire was brought under control without any casualties, but it is unclear whether any sensitive documents or files were destroyed. A source told Vanguard newspaper that the fire was likely caused by an electrical malfunction in […]
Read MoreThe Cement Producers Association of Nigeria (CPAN) has warned that the federal government’s plan to introduce concrete roads will raise the price of cement from N5,000 to N9,000 per bag. In a statement signed by its national chairman, Prince David Iweta, and national secretary, Chief Reagan Ufomba, CPAN urged the government to take proactive steps […]
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The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) in Nigeria, Nyesom Wike, has given owners of 189 undeveloped plots of land in the FCT a three-month deadline to begin developing them or risk having their land revoked. The Director of Information and Communication at the FCT Administration, Muhammad Sule, said on Sunday that the affected […]
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Dr. Olayemi Michael Cardoso, the recently nominated governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), formally assumed duty in an acting capacity on Friday, September 22, 2023, pending his confirmation by the Senate. This follows the resignation of Mr. Godwin Emefiele as CBN governor. The four deputy governors-designate, Emem Usoro, Muhammad Abdullahi-Dattijo, Philip Ikeazor, and […]
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The Nigerian government has approved a new salary increase for academic and non-academic staff of all its tertiary institutions across the country, according to The Punch. The percentage increment for junior staff of tertiary institutions has been raised from 23.5% to 25%, and the arrears of the increment from January 2023 will be paid. The […]
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In his first address to the United Nations General Assembly, Nigerian President Bola Tinubu called for a global partnership to support African development and address the continent’s challenges, including climate change, insecurity, and poverty. Tinubu said that Africa needs “an equally firm commitment to partnership” from the international community to achieve the 2030 Agenda and […]
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A Nigerian court has sacked the governor of Kano state, Yusuf Abba, and declared the candidate of the All Progressives Congress, Nasir Gawuna, the winner of the March 18 governorship poll. The Kano State Governorship Election Petitions Tribunal on Wednesday withdrew the Certificate of Return presented to Yusuf by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC). […]
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The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited has announced the compulsory retirement of all management staff with less than 15 months to statutory retirement. The move is part of the company’s efforts to pursue effective organisational renewal to support the delivery of its strategic business objectives. The national oil firm stated that the retirement of the […]
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BUA Cement Plc, one of Nigeria’s largest cement producers, has announced plans to reduce the price of cement by up to 40%. The company’s chairman, Abdul Samad Rabiu, disclosed this to journalists after an audience with President Bola Tinubu at the State House in Abuja. Rabiu said that the price reduction is part of the […]
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A Nigerian human rights group has condemned the presidential spokesperson for misleading the public over the UAE’s visa ban on Nigerian travellers. The Human Rights Writers Association of Nigeria (HURIWA) said that Ajuri Ngelale had falsely claimed that the UAE had lifted the visa ban after President Bola Tinubu met with UAE President Mohamed bin […]
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Nigerian President Bola Tinubu has nominated Dr. Olayemi Cardoso as the new governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN). Cardoso, a former managing director of Citibank Nigeria, has been nominated for a term of five years, pending his confirmation by the Senate. Tinubu also nominated four new deputy governors for the CBN: Mrs. Emem […]
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The World Food Programme (WFP) has pledged to commit $2.5 billion over the next five years to help Nigeria achieve its goal of zero hunger. The announcement was made during a meeting between WFP Country Director David Stevesson and Nigeria’s Minister for Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Alleviation, Dr. Betta Edu, in Abuja. Stevesson said that […]
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Nigeria has experienced a nationwide blackout after the country’s electricity grid collapsed early on Thursday morning. The grid went down at around 12:40am on September 14, 2023, leading to a massive loss of supply to power distributors nationwide. The Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN), which manages the country’s grid, has yet to make any statement […]
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The Nigerian government has relocated the National Identity Management Commission (NIMC) to the Ministry of Interior in an effort to improve the process of obtaining a National Identity Number (NIN) and a passport. The NIMC is responsible for issuing NINs, which are a vital prerequisite for the seamless application and procurement of international passports and […]
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The Minister of Nigeria’s Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has denied inviting the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) and the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) to probe his predecessor, Muhammad Bello, over allegations of irregularities in the award of contracts. A report in an online media outlet claimed that Wike […]
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The Nigerian Minister for Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Alleviation, Betta Edu, has flagged off the distribution of non-food items to Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs) in Maiduguri, the capital of Borno state. The relief items, which include hundreds of mattresses, pillows, blankets, footwear, wrappers, and treated insecticide mosquito nets, are being distributed to over 900 households […]
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The African Union (AU) has formally joined the Group of 20 (G20) major economies, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced on Saturday. Modi made the announcement during his opening speech at the G20 summit in New Delhi, India. “I invite the representative of the African Union to take his place as a permanent member of […]
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A devastating earthquake in southern Morocco, which has killed more than 800 people, has also destroyed large areas of the historic centre of Marrakesh. Many residents and tourists were forced to spend the night outside, over fears of an aftershock worsening the situation in the city.
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A Nigerian civil society group, the Nigeria Civil Society Situation Room (Situation Room), has expressed concern about a recent judgment by the Presidential Election Petition Tribunal on the 2023 presidential election. The judgment has raised questions about the gains made with the passage of the Electoral Act 2022, particularly reforms that introduce technology in elections […]
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The Minister of Nigeria’s Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has expressed grave concern over the reported deaths of about 30 people in a landslide caused by illegal mining activities in the Kuje Area Council of the capital territory. The landslide occurred on Wednesday, September 6, 2023, and buried several miners who were working in […]
Read MoreThe main opposition parties in Nigeria have rejected a court ruling that upheld the election victory of President Bola Tinubu. The Presidential Election Petition Tribunal (PEPT) ruled on Wednesday that the petition filed by the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and its candidate, Atiku Abubakar, and the Labour Party (LP) and its candidate, Peter Obi, had […]
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Nigeria and India have signed two memorandums of understanding (MoUs) to boost digital transformation in both countries. The first MoU was signed by Nigeria’s Minister of Communications, Innovation and Digital Economy, Bosun Tijani, and his counterpart from India’s Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology, Ashwini Vaishnaw. The MoU will see the two countries share best-in-class […]
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A Nigerian court has upheld the election of Bola Tinubu as president, dismissing petitions filed by the opposition. The five-man panel of the Presidential Election Petitions Tribunal unanimously dismissed the petitions presented by the Peoples Democratic Party’s Atiku Abubakar and the Labour Party’s Peter Obi. Tinubu, a former governor of Lagos state, won the February […]
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Nigeria’s Labour Party has rejected the ruling of the Presidential Election Petition Court which dismissed its petitions challenging the victory of Bola Tinubu of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the February 2023 presidential election. The party said it would not accept the outcome of the judgment, which it said was “clearly based on rhetoric”. […]
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A Nigerian court has struck out parts of a petition filed by the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and its presidential candidate, Atiku Abubakar, challenging the victory of the All Progressives Congress (APC) candidate, Bola Tinubu, in the February 2023 presidential election. The court, the Presidential Election Petitions Tribunal, ruled that the PDP failed to provide […]
Read MoreA court in Nigeria has ruled that the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) does not hold a higher status than other states in the country when it comes to presidential elections. The ruling by the Presidential Election Petitions Tribunal was made on Wednesday in Abuja, the capital city. The tribunal was hearing a case filed by […]
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A Nigerian election tribunal has rejected a petition filed by Peter Obi, the presidential candidate of the Labour Party, challenging the results of the February 25, 2023 election. The tribunal ruled that Obi and his party had failed to provide sufficient evidence to support their allegations of electoral fraud. The judges said that Obi had […]
Read MoreThe Presidential Election Petition Tribunal in Nigeria has dismissed allegations of drugs and certificate against prominent politician and current President, Bola Tinubu as non-issues. The Tribunal on Wednesday in Nigeria’s Capital Abuja deemed that “the Issue of nmination is a pre-election matter”. The tribunal also noted that Tinubu’s Chicago records and forfeiture of money were […]
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The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) in Nigeria has approved the resumption of the collection of Permanent Voters’ Cards (PVCs) for registered voters who were unable to collect their PVCs before the suspension of the exercise on 5th February 2023. A statement signed by a National Commissioner and Chair of the Information and Voter Education […]
Read MoreSome government ministries, departments and agencies in Abuja, Nigeria’s capital were closed on Tuesday as part of a two-day nationwide strike called by the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC). The strike is in protest against the government’s decision to remove fuel subsidies, which has led to a sharp increase in the price of petrol. A visit […]
Read MoreNigeria is set to host the 12th annual Africa Internet Governance Forum (AfIGF) in Abuja from September 18-21, 2023. A statement signed by the Director of Public Affairs Reuben Muoka said the event will bring together stakeholders and investors in Africa’s digital future, including government officials, civil society members, academics, and private sector actors. The […]
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The ad-hoc mediation committee set up by the Parliament of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) wrapped up its consultations in Nigeria on Monday with a visit to former President Goodluck Jonathan. The committee, which is led by Ghanaian MP Edward Doe Adjaho, met with Jonathan for about three hours at the Goodluck […]
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The Nigerian government has appealed to the leadership of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) to shelve its planned two-day warning strike, which is due to start on Tuesday. The appeal was made by the Minister of Labour and Employment, Simon Lalong, on Monday in Abuja. Lalong said that the strike would be “detrimental to the […]
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The national leadership of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has shunned a last-minute reconciliatory meeting convened by the Minister of Labour and Employment, Simon Lalong, to avert the two-day warning strike already declared by the labour center. The meeting, which was slated for 3 p.m., was attended only by the leadership of the Trade Union […]
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The Nigerian Minister of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Alleviation, Dr Betta Edu, has said that no fewer than 8.3 million Nigerians are in dire need of humanitarian assistance in Borno, Yobe and Adamawa states. The minister said this in a statement on Sunday, adding that the figure is part of the total 16 million Nigerians […]
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A prominent anti-corruption group in Nigeria has called for an investigation into allegations of mismanagement and corruption within the Nigeria Police Trust Fund (NPTF). The Human and Environmental Development Agenda (HEDA Resource Centre) said in a petition to the National Security Adviser (NSA), Nuhu Ribadu, that it was deeply concerned about recent reports of financial […]
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A coalition of anti-corruption groups in Nigeria has called for transparency in the investigation of the chairman of the Kano State Public Complaints and Anti-Corruption Commission (PCACC), Barrister Muhyi Rimingado. In a joint statement on Friday signed by Olanrewaju Suraju of HEDA, Auwalu Musa Rafsanjani of CISLAC, David Ugolor of ANEEJ, Ibrahim M. Zikrullahi of […]
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The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has announced that it will stage a two-day warning strike on September 5 and 6, 2023, in protest against the government’s decision to remove fuel subsidies. The NLC said the strike is a prelude to a possible indefinite shutdown of the country if the government does not take steps to […]
Read MoreThe governments of Rwanda and Cameroon have reshuffled their militaries in what is believed to be a reaction to the recent coups in Niger and Gabon. In Rwanda, the government announced on Wednesday that it had approved the retirement of 12 generals and several other officers. The move, which was announced by the Rwanda Defence […]
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Senior military officers in Gabon have appeared on national television to say they have seized power and placed President Ali Bongo under house arrest. The officers also announced that they were annulling the results of an election on Saturday, in which President Bongo was declared the winner. They said they were dissolving all state institutions, […]
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The Nigerian Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, has called on state governors to support the 8-point agenda of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. The agenda is designed to position Nigeria as a respected member of the international community. Idris made the call during a meeting with the Governor of Niger State, Mohammed Umar […]
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The Nigeria Society of Engineers has appealed to the Federal Government to undertake the construction of additional dams along the River Niger and River Benue, in light of the imminent threat of flooding caused by the release of water from the Lagdo dam in Cameroon. Frequent flooding has emerged as an ongoing challenge in certain […]
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The Nigeria Society of Engineers has appealed to the Federal Government to undertake the construction of additional dams along the River Niger and River Benue, in light of the imminent threat of flooding caused by the release of water from the Lagdo dam in Cameroon. Frequent flooding has emerged as an ongoing challenge in certain […]
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The Chairman of Nigeria’s Social Democratic Party Shehu Gabam has been speaking exclusively to Africa Eye News about his party’s chances in the upcoming off-cycle gubernatorial elections to be held in three Nigerian states. Bayelsa, Kogi and Imo all hold crucial elections on November 11th 2023. The Chairman sounded particularly upbeat about the party’s candidate […]
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The Nigerian Federal Government has announced that the Port Harcourt Refining Company (PHRC) Ltd will be operational again by December, as part of its efforts to end petroleum product importation and restore the nation’s local refining capacity. The Minister of State for Petroleum Resources (Oil), Senator Heineken Lokpobiri, gave the assurance during an inspection tour […]
Read MoreThe President of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS), Omar Alieu Touray, has said ECOWAS is working towards an amicable solution to restore constitutional order in Niger. He said this on Friday when addressing the international press on the political situation in Niger Republic “We are very concerned about the recent developments in […]
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In a tragic incident, a two-storey plaza in Garki District, Abuja, Nigeria’s capital, collapsed on Wednesday night. Initially, rescue efforts were hampered by heavy rain in the area. The Director General of the Federal Emergency Management Agency, Dr. Abbass Iddris, confirmed the unsettling news to journalists in Abuja. So far, a total of 37 individuals […]
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Wagner boss Yevgeny Prigozhin was on the passenger list of a jet which crashed killing all on board, Russia’s civil aviation authority has said. Earlier, Wagner-linked Telegram channel Grey Zone reported that the private plane, which belonged to the 62-year-old, was shot down by air defences. Grey Zone posted later on Wednesday that Prigozhin died […]
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India’s latest space mission, Chandrayaan-3, has become the first space mission to land near the south pole of the Moon. Chandrayaan-3 becomes India’s second lunar landing mission, after Chandrayaan-1 in 2008. The mission will also deploy a rover to explore the lunar surface. “The sky is not the limit,” Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi said […]
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Zimbabweans are voting in presidential and parliamentary elections, amid some delays, after a campaign dominated by the country’s soaring inflation. Those queuing at polling stations in the capital said they were excited to exercise their right to vote. President Emmerson Mnangagwa faces 10 challengers, including Nelson Chamisa of the main opposition Citizens Coalition for Change […]
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Nigeria’s former oil minister Diezani Alison-Madueke has been charged with bribery offences in the UK. She is suspected of accepting financial rewards for awarding multi-million dollar oil and gas contracts. A key figure in ex-President Goodluck Jonathan’s administration, she also served as the first female president of the oil exporters group Opec. The 63-year-old, who […]
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The new Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nigeria, Nyesom Wike, has tasked directors and heads of parastatals and agencies of the administration to either work hard and meet the demands of the people or step aside for capable hands. Wike gave the warning on his second day in office, while receiving a handover […]
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The Manufacturers Association of Nigeria (MAN) has warned that the country’s rising debt burden is having a negative impact on the manufacturing sector. In its first quarter Manufacturers CEO Confidence Index, MAN said that the sector is facing a number of challenges, including high taxes, rising input costs, and a shortage of foreign exchange. The […]
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The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nigeria, Nyesom Wike, has said that he will demolish all illegal buildings in Abuja, the nation’s capital. Wike, who took office on Monday, said that the demolitions are necessary to restore the Abuja Master Plan, which is a blueprint for the development of the city. He said that […]
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Nigeria’s Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris on Monday resumed duty at Radio House, Headquarters of the Federal Ministry of Information and National Orientation, assuring Nigerians that he would disseminate the truth about government policies and programmes. He spoke at an event organized to welcome him and the Ministers of Arts, Culture, and […]
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Nurse Lucy Letby has been found guilty of murdering seven babies who were being looked after on a neonatal ward.The murders happened at the Countess of Chester Hospital between June 2015 and June 2016Letby, 33, is the UK’s most prolific killer of babies in modern times.She has also been found guilty of attempting to murder […]
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A Federal High Court in Lagos has struck out firearm charges against the suspended governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria, Godwin Emefiele. The charges were withdrawn by the Director of Public Prosecution of the Ministry of Justice, Mohammed Abubakar, who said the application was “informed by imaging facts and for circumstances that need further […]
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The Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC) Ltd. has secured a $3 billion emergency crude oil repayment loan from the African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank). The loan deal, which was signed in Cairo, Egypt on Wednesday, will provide much-needed relief to the Nigerian naira, which has been under pressure in recent months. The loan will be used […]
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Nigeria’s central bank plans to take measures to stabilize its currency in the coming days, its acting governor said on Monday. Acting governor Folashodun Shonubi met with President Bola Tinubu to discuss ways to improve dollar liquidity on the official market. The bank has already committed $19 billion to derivatives in 2022, nearly the size […]
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The Nigerian military has denied receiving a request to topple the democratic system of government in the country. The denial comes after social media reports claimed that the military had been asked to take over the government. The military said in a statement that it is “very comfortable with democracy” and remains loyal to the […]
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The leader of the Niger junta, General Abdourahmane Tchiani, has agreed to explore diplomatic dialogue to resolve the political impasse in the country. Tchiani made the announcement on Saturday during a meeting with Nigeria’s intervention team comprising Islamic scholars led by the national chairman of Jamatul Izalatu Bida Waikamatu Sunnah, Bala Lau. Lau said he […]
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The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) Parliament held an extraordinary session on Saturday to discuss the recent military coup in Niger Republic. The members of the parliament expressed their concern about the coup and called for a peaceful resolution to the crisis. The first deputy speaker of the parliament, Hon Idris Wase, led […]
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The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has published its financial statements for the last seven years, marking the first time since 2015 that the apex bank has made its books available for public scrutiny. The CBN declared a profit after tax of N103.8bn in 2022, up from N75.13bn reported a year earlier. The CBN also […]
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Russia has warned that military action against the coup leaders in Niger would lead to a “protracted confrontation”. The warning came after the West African bloc Ecowas approved a “standby force” in response to the military takeover in Niger. The US has also backed efforts to restore Niger’s deposed leader Mohamed Bazoum. Moscow has not […]
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The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has announced that it will deploy its standby force to Niger to restore constitutional order. The decision was made at an extraordinary summit of ECOWAS leaders held in Abuja, Nigeria, on Thursday. The summit was convened to discuss the ongoing political crisis in Niger, which began with […]
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Abuja, Nigeria President Bola Tinubu of Nigeria today called for diplomacy in resolving the coup in Niger, saying that all avenues of engagement must be exhausted to ensure a swift return to constitutional governance. Tinubu made the remarks at the opening of the Second Extraordinary Summit on the Socio-Political Situation in the Republic of Niger, […]
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Indigenous peoples in Nigeria are celebrating a number of milestones in their fight for rights and recognition. Last month, the Nigerian government nominated an FCT indigene, Hon. Zephaniah Jisalo, as Minister-designate. This is the first time an indigenous person from the Federal Capital Territory has been nominated for a cabinet position. The nomination of Jisalo […]
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A group representing persons with disabilities (PWDs) in Nigeria has decried their exclusion from the latest ministerial list proposed by President Bola Tinubu. The Senate on Monday approved and confirmed 45 out of the 48 nominees sent by President Tinubu. However, none of the nominees are PWDs. The PWDs group, known as the Community of […]
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Two Nigerian groups have called for a national security summit to address the country’s rising insecurity. At a news conference on Friday, the leaders of both groups said the summit is necessary because Nigeria is facing a “serious security challenge” that is threatening the country’s unity and development. The groups said the summit would provide […]
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Nigeria’s new national carrier, Nigerian Air, is set to begin operations by October this year, according to the CEO of Ethiopian Airlines, Mesfin Tasew. Ethiopian Airlines owns a 49% stake in the airline. Tasew said in an interview with Bloomberg TV that the airline will start with two wide-bodied planes and six narrow-bodied aircraft. He […]
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The Nigerian government has said that the use of force against the coup plotters in Niger is the last resort, and that mediation is ongoing. The Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Adamu Lamuwa, made the statement on Friday during a briefing for members of the diplomatic corps in Abuja. “The use of […]
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The Nigeria Medium and Large-Scale Printers League has expressed its gratitude to the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) for patronizing the local printing industry during the 2023 general election. In a newspaper advertorial signed by the league’s chairman, Yahaya Amfani, and secretary, Ademola Kasumu, the printers said that the opportunity to print all electoral materials […]
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The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has increased sanctions against Niger, cutting off power supply from Nigeria as part of a wider effort to restore constitutional order following last week’s coup. The sanctions were announced on Sunday by ECOWAS chairman and Nigerian President Bola Tinubu, who said that the bloc would “not tolerate […]
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Organised labour in Nigeria has suspended its proposed strike action, barely 24 hours after embarking on nationwide protests against the removal of fuel subsidy. The President of the Trade Union Congress, Festus Osifo, made this known during an interview with Arise News on Thursday morning. He said that labour leaders who had earlier met with […]
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The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) began a nationwide protest on Wednesday to protest the government’s decision to remove fuel subsidies. The protest, which is being held in major cities across the country, is demanding that the government reverse the decision, which has led to a sharp increase in the price of petrol.The NLC is also […]
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A small aircraft has crashed in the Oba Akran area in Ikeja, Lagos State. The Spokesman for the Nigerian Safety Investigation Bureau (NSIB), Tunji Oketunbi, confirmed the development on Tuesday afternoon. Also, an official of the Lagos State Emergency Management Agency (LASEMA) said that the aircraft burst into flames when the incident happened. LASEMA also […]
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The Federal Capital Territory Internal Revenue Service (FCT-IRS) has collected N98.5bn in revenue from January to July 2023, up 50% from the N65.8bn collected during the same period in 2022. The Executive Chairman of FCT-IRS, Mr. Haruna Abdullahi, attributed the increase in revenue to the “diligence and commitment” of the Service’s staff. He also said […]
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Nigerian President Bola Tinubu has addressed the nation on the economy, acknowledging the hardship that many Nigerians are currently experiencing. He said that the removal of fuel subsidies was a necessary step in order to reform the economy and create a more sustainable future for the country. President Tinubu outlined a number of other measures […]
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The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has given coup leaders in Niger Republic one week to restore ousted President Mohamed Bazoum to power or face military action. ECOWAS also imposed tough sanctions on Niger, including the closure of land and air borders, a freeze on the country’s assets, and the suspension of all […]
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The European Union (EU) has condemned the military coup in Niger and said it will not recognize the new authorities. In a statement, EU foreign policy chief Josep Borrell said that President Mohamed Bazoum, who was democratically elected, is the only legitimate president of Niger. He called for Bazoum’s release and said the EU holds […]
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The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) will hold an extraordinary summit on Sunday, July 30th to discuss the political situation in Niger. The summit, which will be held in Abuja, Nigeria, will be chaired by Nigeria’s President Bola Tinubu, who is also the chairman of the ECOWAS Authority of Heads of State and […]
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The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) Parliament has called for stronger regional security to prevent coups d’état in the sub-region. The call came at the close of a delocalized meeting of the ECOWAS Parliament Joint Committees on Political Affairs, Peace, Security and the African Peer Review Mechanism, Judicial Affairs and Human rights, Social […]
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The European Union has condemned the coup in Niger, calling it a “serious attack on stability and democracy.” In a statement on Friday, the EU said it “reiterates its support for the action of ECOWAS and for the ongoing efforts to allow an immediate return to constitutional order.” The EU also called for the security […]
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The Founder of NairaMetrics Ugo Obi-Chukwu on Wednesday said Nigeria indeed can no longer afford petrol subsidy. He said this at the Nigerian Society of Engineers Fellowship Conferment ceremony and dinner. Petrol subsidy would cost government about seven trillion naira this year alone-something it says it cannot afford.
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The Federal Government of Nigeria has condemned in the strongest terms the coup d’etat in the Republic of Niger that ousted the Administration of the democratically elected President of the country, His Excellency Mohamed Bazoum on Wednesday, 26th July, 2023. The coup was carried out by elements of the presidential guard, who surrounded the presidential […]
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The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) of Nigeria has called for the establishment of voter registration centers in internally displaced persons (IDP) camps and host communities. The call was made by INEC National Commissioner and Chairman of the Outreach and Partnership Committee, Prof. Kunle Ajayi, at a training of IDP coordinators on the 2022 regulations […]
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Liberia’s President George Weah has pledged to deliver a violent-free, credible, transparent and inclusive election as the country prepares for its presidential and general elections in October. President Weah made the commitment on Wednesday during the commemoration of the country’s 176th Independence Day, with the theme “Giving our People Hope for a Violence-Free, Fair, Transparent, […]
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The West African bloc ECOWAS on Wednesday condemned what it called an “attempted coup” in Niger, whose president, Mohamed Bazoum, was detained by members of the presidential guard, according to a source close to him. “ECOWAS condemns in the strongest terms the attempt to seize power by force and calls on the coup plotters to […]
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A sub-regional conference to confront disinformation and hate speech has begun in Monrovia, Liberia. The three-day conference, organized by the National Democratic Institute (NDI), has brought together member organizations from the Central and West African regions. Among the participating organizations is the Center for Democracy and Development (CDD) from Nigeria. CDD is a non-profit organization […]
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The ECOWAS Parliament and Commission have assured Liberia of their support in consolidating its democracy as the country holds its general elections in October. The assurances were given by the Speaker of the ECOWAS Parliament, Sidie Tunis, and the President of the ECOWAS Commission, Omar Touray, at the opening of the Delocalized meeting of the […]
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A former director of political affairs at the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has urged member states to implement the bloc’s protocols on democracy and good governance. Aderemi Ajibewa made the recommendation on Tuesday at a meeting of the ECOWAS Parliament in Monrovia, Liberia. “The efficient operationalization of the provisions of ECOWAS Supplementary […]
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The Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Professor Mahmood Yakubu, has said that the commission did not receive any direct funding or cash support from international development partners for the 2023 general election. Professor Yakubu made the statement at a meeting with civil society organisations (CSOs) on Monday, 24 July 2023. He said […]
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Ghana’s sanitation minister resigned on Saturday over reports staff found and stole stashes of local and foreign money from her home, she said in a letter to the president in which she denied any wrongdoing. Cecilia Abena Dapaah made headlines on Friday after two former household staff appeared in court accused of stealing cash and […]
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ABUJA, Nigeria. The All Progressives Congress (APC), Nigeria’s ruling party, has denied that it is in crisis following the resignation of its national chairman and national secretary. In a press statement at the weekend, the party’s national publicity secretary, Barr. Felix Morka, said that the resignations were “a normal part of the democratic process” and […]
Read MoreThe Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) on Friday held a post-election review meeting with collation and returning officers. The meeting was held at the Ladi Kwali Hall of the Abuja Continental Hotel and was attended by national commissioners, collation and returning officers, and other senior officials of the commission. This review meeting comes three weeks […]
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The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has recognized the Youth Party (YP) as the 19th political party in Nigeria. The decision was made following a Supreme Court ruling that set aside the YP’s deregistration by INEC in 2020. A National Commissioner and Chairman of the Information and Voter Education Committee, Festus Okoye revealed this in […]
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The East African Legislative Assembly (EALA) has called on the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) parliament to support the candidacy of Tanzania’s Tunia Auckson for the presidency of the Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU). EALA Speaker Ntakirutimana Joseph made this call during a courtesy visit on ECOWAS Parliament Speaker Sidie Mohamed Tunis in Abuja on […]
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Nigeria’s main opposition party, the PDP, has condemned the government’s decision to increase the price of fuel to N617 per liter. The party in a statement by its National Publicity Secretary Debo Ologunagba on Wednesday said the increase is “extortionate” and “provocative” and that it will worsen the already “suffocating economic situation” in the country. […]
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Nigeria’s Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has begun a review of the 2023 general election. The review, which is being led by INEC Chairman Professor Mahmood Yakubu, will focus on ten critical areas, including the general state of preparedness for the election, the voters registration process, the recruitment and deployment of ad hoc staff, and […]
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A group of civic organizations working to promote the rights of the Original Inhabitants in Nigeria’s Federal Capital Territory (FCT) are taking their case to the United Nations. The cohort of 10 organizations, led by the Resource Centre for Human Rights & Civic Education (CHRICED), is attending the 16th United Nations Expert Mechanism on the […]
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The price of petrol in Nigeria has risen to N617/litre, an increase of 15% from the previous price of N537/litre. The rise in price was confirmed by independent oil marketers, who said that any shift in price by the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC) stations was an indication of a rise in the pump […]
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The 2026 Commonwealth Games are in doubt after the Australian state of Victoria cancelled its plans to host due to budget blowouts. The Commonwealth Games Federation (CGF) struggled to find a host before Victoria volunteered in April 2022. But the premier said the projected cost had now tripled and become “well and truly too much” […]
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The United Kingdom is increasing visa application fees and the Immigration Health Surcharge for foreign nationals. The British Prime Minister, Rishi Sunak, announced the increase on Thursday. He said the increase would help bridge the gap after the UK approved a pay increase in public sector wages. The visa application fee for a standard visitor […]
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Nigerian President Bola Tinubu has declared a state of emergency on food security, following the country’s decision to remove fuel subsidies. In a statement released on Thursday, President Tinubu said that all matters pertaining to food and water availability and affordability would be included within the purview of the National Security Council. The president also […]
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The Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) has suspended the operations of Max Air, a domestic airline, over safety concerns. The suspension comes after a number of incidents involving Max Air aircraft in recent months, including a runway excursion in May and a bird strike in June. In a letter to Max Air, the NCAA said […]
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Nigerian President, Bola Tinubu has written to the House of Representatives seeking an amendment to the 2022 supplementary appropriation Act. The amendment, he said, would allow the Federal Government to source 500 billion naira ($2.4 billion) for palliatives to cushion the effect of subsidy removal. The speaker of the House of Representatives, Tajudeen Abbas, read […]
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The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) in Nigeria has ordered a nationwide crackdown on the sale and use of nitrous oxide, also known as “laughing gas.” In a statement issued on Tuesday, the NDLEA said the order was in response to the increasing use of nitrous oxide for recreational purposes. The agency said it […]
Read MoreThe Director-General of the Nigerian Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC), Prof Mojisola Adeyeye, has warned that consuming fruits ripened with calcium carbide can cause cancer, heart failure, kidney failure, and liver failure. Prof. Adeyeye made the warning on Tuesday at the official flag-off of the agency’s media sensitisation workshop on the dangers of […]
Read MoreThe Acting Comptroller-General of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS), Adewale Adeniyi, has vowed to crack down on fuel smugglers, saying the nation cannot afford to let saboteurs take over the economy. Adeniyi made the disclosure on Monday, July 11, 2023, on the sidelines of a sensitisation workshop on the Nigeria Customs Service Act 2023 for […]
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A Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) has been signed by Nigeria’s Bureau of Public Service Reforms and TAF Africa, a non-profit organization, to drive accessibility reforms in the public service and promote inclusivity and equal opportunities for people with disabilities. The MOU was signed on Monday in Abuja by the Director-General of the Bureau, Ibrahim Arabi, […]
Read MoreNigerian’s President, Bola Tinubu has been elected chairman of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS). He was elected at the 63rd Ordinary Session of the Authority of Heads of State and Government of ECOWAS, which was held in Bissau on Sunday, July 9, 2023. Mr. Tinubu succeeds President Umaro Embalo of Guinea Bissau […]
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The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) of Nigeria has denied reports that files implicating President Bola Tinubu and his close aides were taken from their offices by the Department for State Services (DSS). In a statement released on Saturday, ICPC spokesperson Azuka Ogugua dismissed the report as baseless and called on […]
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Segun Ojumu President Bola Ahmed Tinubu of Nigeria is set to attend the 63rd Ordinary Session of the Authority of Heads of State and Government of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) in Guinea-Bissau. This will be President Tinubu’s first outing at the ECOWAS body since assuming office. The summit, scheduled for July […]
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Over 20 people died from the mass shooting, and 22 more were injured
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Nigeria’s electoral umpire, the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has confirmed the filing of charges against Resident Electoral Commissioner Hudu Yunusa Ari, in a statement released on Thursday, 6th July 2023. This confirmation is contained in a press statement signed by Festus Okoye, the National Commissioner and Chairman of the Information and Voter Education Committee. The […]
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TAF Africa, a leading organization promoting the rights and well being of persons with disability in Africa and around the world, has urged Nigeria’s President Bola Tinubu to prioritize electoral reforms. In an interview on Thursday in Abuja, CEO Jake Epelle emphasized the need to address the issues that arose during the last general election. […]
Read MoreAngry youths barricaded roads and clashed with police on Wednesday in the Tunisian town of Sbeitla hours after the death of a young man during a police raid, witnesses said. Police had sought to arrest a local businessman suspected of running an illegal gambling operation but ran into resistance from his associates, triggering clashes in […]
Read MoreTwo individuals linked to a syndicate involved in hacking over 1000 bank accounts in Nigeria have been apprehended by the Zone 2 Police Command in Lagos State in the Southwestern part of the country. The suspects, identified as Yusuf Ademola, aged 40, and Adesina Abiodun, aged 50, were captured at their hideout in Ijebu Ode, […]
Read MoreTwelve African countries are set to receive 18 million doses of the RTS,S/AS01 malaria vaccine from 2023 to 2025, according to a joint press statement by Gavi, the Vaccine Alliance, the World Health Organisation (WHO), and the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF). The vaccine, recommended by the WHO, aims to prevent malaria in children in […]
Read MoreUkraine has launched a drone attack on Moscow, the Russian defence ministry says, forcing flights to be diverted from Vnukovo International Airport. Five drones were reportedly used in Tuesday’s attack, which also targeted locations in the wider region around the capital. The defence ministry said all the drones were shot down and there were no […]
Read MoreSenegal President Macky Sall will not run for reelection next year, he said in a speech on Monday, ending widespread speculation that he would seek a third term his critics said would have been illegal. Rumours that Sall would try to extend his stay in power have fuelled bouts of unrest since 2021 in which […]
Read MoreNigeria’s President, Bola Tinubu has called for increased collaboration among the National Security Adviser, Nuhu Ribadu, Service Chiefs, and the Inspector-General of Police to tackle the issue of insecurity in Nigeria. During a meeting in Abuja on Monday, President Tinubu expressed his full support for the security officials and emphasized the importance of working together […]
Read MoreNigeria’s National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has vehemently refuted the claims circulating on social media regarding the presence of plastic and harmful contaminants in Golden Penny Semovita. Categorically dismissing these allegations, NAFDAC has labeled them as false and devoid of any foundation, asserting that they are nothing more than a […]
Read MoreThree Chinese military ships are in Nigeria on a rare visit which officials say is aimed at improving maritime security. The arrival of the fleet – which is led by a destroyer – comes six months after a new billion-dollar deep sea port was opened in Lagos. It was Chinese-built and China has retained a […]
Read MoreIsrael has launched a large-scale military operation against Palestinian militants in the Jenin refugee camp in the occupied West Bank.It started with multiple drone strikes and Israel has sent in ground forces, leading to gun battles on the streets.Palestinian officials say at least five Palestinians have been killed and more than 20 others wounded.The Israel […]
Read MoreSouth Africa’s electricity minister said on Sunday the country was closer to ending daily power cuts as warmer weather returns towards the end of the year, but declined to give a specific date. South Africa is on course to see its most blackout days in history this year with daily power cuts extending to almost […]
Read MoreThe Resource Centre for Human Rights & Civic Education (CHRICED), Original Inhabitant groups, and Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) are calling on Nigeria’s President, Bola Ahmed Tinubu to address what they call ‘historical injustices’ faced by the indigenous people of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT). They made the call through a joint press statement released on […]
Read MoreGhana’s independent power producers (IPPs) have suspended a threatened shutdown from July 1 after reaching an interim deal with the state-run Electricity Company of Ghana over arrears owed to them, the group said in a statement late on Friday. In late May, the IPPs rejected a government proposal to restructure $1.58 billion in arrears owed […]
Read MoreExtra police have been sent to the French cities of Marseille and Lyon as fears grow of a fifth night of riots following the police shooting of a teenager. The funeral of the 17-year-old boy was held in the Paris suburb of Nanterre on Saturday.There were reports of large crowds at the funeral, but the […]
Read MoreThe King of the Netherlands has formally apologised for his country’s role in the slave trade, saying he felt “personally and intensely” affected. The country became a major colonial power after the 17th Century, holding territories across the globe, and Dutch slave traders trafficked more than 600,000 people. King Willem-Alexander on Saturday called the practice […]
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The US Supreme Court has struck down US President Joe Biden’s proposal to wipe out billions in student debt. The 6-3 ruling effectively cancels the plan, which would have forgiven about $10,000 (£7,800) per borrower – and up to $20,000 in some cases. But the plan has been in limbo since some conservative states sued, […]
Read MoreAccording to exclusive sources cited by Reuters, the International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC), the cancer research arm of the World Health Organisation (WHO), is set to classify aspartame, one of the world’s most widely used artificial sweeteners, as a possible carcinogen. In its upcoming decision, the IARC, which evaluates the potential hazards of […]
Read MoreNigeria’s Defence Headquarters has issued a directive to top officers who hold senior positions to the newly appointed service chiefs, urging them to voluntarily retire from service by Monday. In a memo dated June 26 and signed by Major General Y. Yahaya on behalf of the Chief of Defence Staff, the order was specifically addressed […]
Read MoreGarba Shehu, the spokesperson to former President Muhammadu Buhari, has refuted claims that Buhari asked his successor, President Bola Tinubu, not to investigate certain ministers from the previous government. Shehu also clarified that Buhari had travelled to London from Daura to rest, as constant visits from well-wishers had denied him the much-needed rest. In a […]
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Oil prices steadied on Thursday, a day after rising sharply on a bigger-than-expected fall in U.S. inventories, as attention shifted back to rising interest rates denting global economic growth. Brent crude futures was up 10 cents, or 0.1%, to $74.13 a barrel by 1032 GMT. U.S. West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude futures rose 11 cents, […]
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At least 40,000 police officers are being deployed across France to deal with protests triggered by the fatal police shooting of a 17-year-old driver.The teenager, named as Nahel M, was shot at point-blank range as he refused a traffic stop and drove away.At least 180 people have been arrested after a second night of unrest, […]
Read MoreCanada’s Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, Sean Fraser, has announced plans to address labor shortages in key sectors by bringing in more healthcare workers through a revamped immigration approach. In a series of tweets on his official Twitter account, Fraser revealed that the healthcare industry will be the first to benefit from this initiative. […]
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(contains disturbing scenes) Thousands of extra security forces are facing a second night of unrest in France after a 17-year-old driver was shot and killed by police near Paris on Tuesday during a traffic check. The teenager, named as Nahel M, was shot at point-blank range as he drove off and crashed soon afterwards. Paris […]
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…… The European Union Election Observation Mission to Nigeria on Tuesday recommended that Nigeria’s electoral Commission ensure real time publication of and access to results in future elections. The Chief Observer, Barry Andrews made this recommendation when he presented the Observation Mission’s final report on Nigeria’s 2023 General Election. The media presentation comes just a […]
Read MoreOil prices slumped over 2% on Tuesday on signals that central banks may not be done with interest rate hikes, while investors awaited data that could shed light on U.S. fuel consumption during the peak summer driving season. Brent crude futures settled down $1.92, or 2.6%, at $72.26 a barrel. U.S. West Texas Intermediate (WTI) […]
Read MoreNigeria could save up to 3.9 trillion naira ($5.10 billion) this year alone after reforms to its foreign exchange market and the removal of petrol subsidy which has lasted for years. This is according to the World Bank which on Tuesday also warned of growing inflationary pressures in the short term. Nigerian President Bola Tinubu […]
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Nigeria’s newly appointed service chiefs have pledged to prioritize human rights and put an end to the insecurity plaguing the West African country. Nigeria has multifaceted security challenges including kidnapping for ransom, farmers-herders clashes and a Boko Haram insurgency in the Northeast. During a visit to the Ministry of Defence in Abuja, Chief of Defence […]
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The governor of Nigeria’s Northwest state of Kano, Abba Kabir Yusuf, has ordered the state’s Accountant-General to stop the salaries of 10,800 workers employed by his predecessor, Umar Ganduje. Governor Yusuf accused Mr. Ganduje’s government of illegally employing over 10,000 workers when he was about to conclude his final term in office. The Accountant General, […]
Read MoreKenya’s President William Ruto has signed into law his government’s first finance bill, which seeks to boost revenue through raising taxes on a number of items. One of the most controversial changes approved by parliament last week was the doubling of value-added tax to be charged on fuel – it’s rising from 8% to 16%. […]
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An attempted armed mutiny in Russia shows “real cracks” in President Vladimir Putin’s authority, America’s top diplomat Antony Blinken has said. He told US media Saturday’s rebellion by Yevgeny Prigozhin’s Wagner fighters was a “direct challenge” to Mr Putin, forcing him into an amnesty agreement. The deal halted Wagner’s march on Moscow. The mercenaries had […]
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Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko has held talks with Wagner mercenary group head Yevgeny Prigozhin during which Prigozhin agreed to stop his troops and “de-escalate the situation”, Rossiya 24 news channel said. “Prigozhin accepted Lukashenko’s proposal to stop the movement of Wagner in Russian territory and on further steps to de-escalate tension,” Rossiya 24 said, quoting […]
Read MoreUpdate by BBC The chief of the Wagner mercenary force has called for a rebellion against the Russian army – although he has denied attempting a coup.Wagner says it has taken the Russian city of Rostov-on-Don near the Ukraine border – residents have been told to stay indoors.BBC News Russian sources also say Wagner mercenaries […]
Read MoreVoting was underway in Sierra Leone on Saturday in a national election which the main opposition party hopes will see public frustration with deep economic hardship foil President Julius Maada Bio’s re-election bid. About 3.4 million people are expected to vote in the presidential and legislative ballot after a campaign marred by tensions that led […]
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Massive floods tore through the Lokogoma area of Nigeria’s Capital City, Abuja on Friday morning after heavy rains fell for hours. At Trademore Estate, Lugbe (along the Airport Road), a video appears to show several houses submerged by the floods. A man is also seen in the video sitting on top of what appears to […]
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….says planned hike should be shelved. The President of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC), Joe Ajaero, has called for the proposed 40% increase in electricity tariff to be shelved. It comes just days after a revelation from the power sector that Nigerians may have to brace up to another hike in the cost of power- […]
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The five people who died on the Titan submersible were “true explorers”, the company who operated the dive has said. The men “shared a distinct spirit of adventure”, OceanGate said in a statement. The men died in what the US Coast Guard believes was a catastrophic implosion. Five parts of the submersible were found on […]
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All five passengers on board the Titan submersible have died, the US Coast Guard has said. This brings a sad end to an unprecedented deep-sea search which began on Sunday.Rear admiral Mauger confirmed that five parts of the vessel were found approximately 1600ft from the bow of the Titanic wreck.He told a news conference the […]
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More noises have been heard in the search for the missing Titanic sub, the US Coast Guard has said. Captain Jamie Frederick says they still don’t know what the noises are – but teams are looking in that area. The search is being expanded – the surface search is now twice the size of the […]
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The Executive Director of the International Press Centre Lanre Arogundade has called on the media to wake up to its agenda setting responsibility. He made this call on Tuesday at a one-day round table Stakeholders’ engagement on the role of media in deepening democratic accountability in Nigeria, with a focus on the presidential campaign promises.
Read MoreThe United Kingdom has announced a significant move to cut tariffs on products from developing countries, including Nigeria. The British High Commission in Abuja released a statement on Monday stating that the step was taken to restore trading rules and save businesses and consumers millions of pounds a year. This comes as part of the […]
Read MoreThe Central Bank of Africa’s largest economy, Nigeria, has lifted the limits placed on domiciliary accounts. The move is seen as part of the new President Bola Tinubu’s efforts at ensuring stability in the forex market. A statement by the bank on Sunday said the new regulation allowed account holders to deposit freely, have unrestricted […]
Read MoreNigeria’s main Labour Union, the NLC has said the government must meet its demands to cushion the effect of the fuel subsidy removal. This comes ahead of a meeting between the Nigerian government and organised labour. The union has threatened that it would not hesitate to call out workers for industrial action. It said it […]
Read MoreGhana aims complete its debt restructuring before the next review of its $3 billion loan from the International Monetary Fund (IMF), Finance Minister Ken Ofori-Atta said on Sunday. Ofori-Atta said the West African nation aimed to reach agreement with bilateral creditors in coming weeks, adding that it was in the process of getting a memorandum […]
Read MoreA Nigerian Niger Delta activist has accused some personnel of Nigeria’s Army and Navy of being culpable for the massive oil theft in the country’s oil rich Niger Delta region. He did not provide any evidence to back up his claim. The military and the Navy have also issued strong denials of any involvement in […]
Read MoreThe United States has imposed visa restrictions on Uganda officials after the African nation passed an anti-LGBTQ law that was condemned by many countries and the United Nations, the U.S. State Department said on Friday. The law, considered one of the harshest in the world, was enacted in May and carries the death penalty for […]
Read MoreA Nigerian Court has ordered the Country’s Secret Service to grant Nigeria’s suspended Governor of the Central Bank, access to his lawyers and family. Godwin Emefiele made the headlines when he was arrested by men of the Secret Service on Saturday, hours after his suspension by President Bola Tinubu. The Judge, Justice Hamza Muazu made […]
Read MoreNigeria on Thursday got a new head of its Economic and Financial Crimes Commission. His name is Abdulkarim Chukkol and will begin work in an acting capacity. The announcement was made through a Press Statement signed by the Spokesperson of the Commission, Wilson Uwujaren. This came less than 24 hours after Nigeria’s new President Bola […]
Read MoreEgypt’s annual core inflation rose to 40.3% in May from 38.6% in April, data from the central bank showed on Sunday. Inflation has risen sharply over the last year in Egypt after a series of currency devaluations, a prolonged shortage of foreign currency, and continuing delays in getting imports into the country. Month on month, […]
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Nigeria’s secret police on Saturday confirmed the country’s ousted Central bank governor is in its custody. This came hours after his suspension by the President was announced. A statement by the Department of State Serviced said: “The Department of State Services (DSS) hereby confirms that Mr. Godwin Emefiele, the suspended Governor of the Central Bank […]
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Nigeria’s President, Bola Tinubu on Wednesday conducted a brief ceremony at the Presidential Villa in Abuja to swear in a new Secretary to the Government. The new man is George Akume. Mr. Akume is a former governor of the north Central state of Benue as well as a senator. As the Secretary to the Government […]
Read MoreNigeria’s police chief on Monday ordered his men to give the needed protection to labour unions who are billed to begin a strike on Wednesday. Usman Alkali Baba also ordered that all peaceful protests must be managed professionally. The police boss said this when he met with Senior Police Officers at the Force Headquarters in […]
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Abuja, Nigeria – The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has called on Nokia Networks to increase its investments in Research and Development (R&D) in Nigeria to support the growth of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) in the country. The EVC/CEO of the NCC, Dr. Aminu Maida, made the request during a recent meeting with a delegation […]
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Jude Bellingham scored his 14th goal of the season as Real Madrid returned to the top of La Liga with a 3-0 victory at lowly Cadiz. He now has the most goals by any Real Madrid player in their first 15 games. The previous record of 13 was jointly held by Cristiano Ronaldo, Alfredo di […]
Read MoreIsrael says negotiations are still continuing over the hostage and prisoner releases expected today, on the fourth and final day of the current truce. International efforts are continuing to extend the temporary ceasefire between Israel and HamasIsrael is offering a day’s pause in fighting for every 10 additional hostages released from Gaza, while Hamas says […]
Read MoreFourteen Israeli hostages, including nine children, have been released by Hamas.Among those freed is four-year-old Abigail Idan, who has dual Israeli and US nationality.Three foreign nationals have also been handed over to the Red Cross.In exchange, Israel has released 39 Palestinians prisoners, its prison service says.Hamas says it is seeking to extend the current four-day […]
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At least 100 people have been abducted by gunmen in Nigeria’s northwest, residents have said. Locals said armed men on motorcycles stormed villages in Zamfara state. The residents were kidnapped after the villages failed to pay a “tax” imposed on them by the gunmen, witnesses said. In recent years, kidnapping for ransom has become rife […]
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