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Nigerian Governor, Sule, hands over headquarter’s complex to N/Central Development Commission

Kingsley Chukwuka September 17, 2025

Nigeria Nigeria’s Governor in northcentral Nasarawa State, Engr. Abdullahi Sule has handed over an office complex donated by the State Government to the newly established North Central Development Commission (NCDC) in the state capital, Lafia. At the event in Government house Lafia, Sule

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Senegal intercepts pirogue carrying 112 migrants

Andrew Mbeki September 17, 2025

Senegal Senegalese authorities intercepted 112 migrants aboard a long wooden fishing boat known as a pirogue off the coast of Dakar on Tuesday as they attempted to reach Europe via a perilous Atlantic Ocean route, officials said. Abdoul Aziz Gueye, mayor of Dakar’s Ouakam district, said local fishermen alerted authorities to a drifting wooden pirogue […]

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Did Hilda Baci just win the “Jollof Wars” for Nigeria? Chef cooks up largest ever serving

Harrison Mason September 15, 2025

Guinness World Record Nigeria chef Hilda Baci has made her way back into the record books after kick-starting record fever across Africa. And this time, she’s out to win the “Jollof Wars” for her home country. Alongside brand Gino Nigeria, Hilda cooked up the largest serving of Nigerian style jollof rice last Friday – a whopping 8,780 kg […]

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Drug boss in Nigeria’s Plateau says illicit drugs on the climb down

Kingsley Chukwuka September 15, 2025

Nigeria The Director General, Drugs and Medical Commodities Management Agency (PS-DMCMA) in Nigeria’s Northcentral Plateau State, Pharm Kim Jerry Bot, has reiterated its agency’s commitment against substandard and falsified drugs. Kim who spoke to our correspondent in his office also added that the state is winning the war against fake drugs. It could be recalled

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How Doctor had sex with nurse mid-surgery in the UK

Howard Mildilton September 15, 2025

United Kingdom A UK medical tribunal has heard how Dr Suhail Anjum, a consultant anaesthetist at Tameside Hospital in Greater Manchester, abandoned a patient under anaesthetic during surgery to engage in sexual activity with a nurse in a nearby theatre. During proceedings, it was revealed that Dr Anjum had requested a short “comfort break” midway […]

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Nigerians wants new electoral body Chair

Ewaka Sam September 15, 2025

Nigeria Features With fewer than 60 days remaining before Professor Mahmood Yakubu’s second and final term as Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) ends this October 2025, Nigeria faces a pivotal moment for its democracy. The appointment of the next INEC Chairman is more than filling a vacancy; it demands leadership that inspires […]

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WHO: Cholera deaths up by 50% in 2024

Harrison Mason September 14, 2025

WHO Deaths from cholera rose by 50 percent globally in 2024 compared to  the previous year, the World Heath Organization (WHO) said on Friday.  The WHO’s statistics also showed that reported cases of the disease were up by 5 percent.  In all, nearly 560,000 infections were reported across 60 countries and regions. More than 6,000 […]

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Prof. Terhemen Aboiyar: A Thoughtful Choice for Strengthening Nigeria’s Democracy as INEC Chairman

Ewaka Sam September 14, 2025

Nigeria Opinion As Nigeria prepares for its next phase in electoral management, the call for a visionary and unblemished leader to helm the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has never been more urgent. The integrity and credibility of our elections are the bedrock of a democratic society, and the choice of INEC Chairman significantly shapes […]

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Pope Leo XIV celebrates 70th birthday

Kristi Lucas September 14, 2025

Vatican It was a festive scene in the Vatican’s St Peter’s Square on Sunday as the Catholic faithful gathered to celebrate the 70th birthday of Pope Leo XIV.  When Leo appeared for his traditional noon blessing, he was greeted with banners, balloons and signs in English, Italian and Spanish wishing him a happy birthday.  “My […]

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Burkina Faso waives entry visa fees for all African nationals

Andrew Mbeki September 13, 2025

Burkina Faso Burkina Faso is now free to visit for all African nationals. Ouagadougou says its waiving fees on entry visas for citizens across the continent.  The only requirement for Africans wanting to visit Burkina Faso is to fill out an online form and have their application approved.  Until now, a tourist visa cost just […]