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Slovenia bans arms trade with Israel

Howard Mildilton August 1, 2025

Slovenia Slovenia on Thursday become the first European Union country to impose an embargo on the export, import, and transit of arms to Israel. The move, announced by Prime Minister Robert Golob, came two weeks after Ljubljana declared several far-right Israeli government ministers persona non

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UN warns of growing terror threats from ISIS and Al-Qaida

Howard Mildilton August 1, 2025

United Nations The threat posed by Islamic State and al-Qaida extremists is escalating in Africa and Syria, according to a new UN report released Wednesday. UN experts say Africa remains the epicenter of terror activity, with groups like al-Qaida-linked JNIM in West Africa and al-Shabab in the East steadily expanding territory. In the Sahel, JNIM is […]

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Mali’s former PM Mara questioned in court 

Andrew Mbeki August 1, 2025

Mali Mali’s former prime minister Moussa Mara faced another day of questioning on Thursday over a message he posted on social media last month.   Media reports say that Mara was summoned to appear before a court specialised in cybercrime, two weeks after an interrogation by the country’s Judicial Investigation Brigade.   Mara, who resigned his […]

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Greece call for end to Gaza war

admin August 1, 2025

Greece Organised by trade unions linked to Greece’s Communist Party, the demonstration saw participants waving flags, holding placards, and chanting slogans. The rally ended peacefully. The protest took place as US President Donald Trump’s special envoy, Steve Witkoff, arrived in Israel to assess the humanitarian situation in Gaza. He is expected to visit food distribution

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Nigeria’s INEC boosts Liberia’s election technology

Ewaka Sam August 1, 2025

Nigeria Liberia’s National Elections Commission (NEC) has expressed deep gratitude to Nigeria’s Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) for providing critical technological support that is set to transform the country’s electoral processes. This collaboration has resulted in the establishment of a state-of-the-art Information and Communication Technology (ICT)

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NiMet seeks integration of weather protocols in Nigeria

Ewaka Sam August 1, 2025

Nigeria The Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet) has intensified calls for the inclusion of weather-related protocols within Nigeria’s multimodal transportation safety regulations, spotlighting meteorology as a crucial factor in enhancing the safety and efficiency of the nation’s transport systems.  Professor Charles Anosike, Director-General and Chief Executive

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GMOs Are Marketing Strategies — Nigerian University Don, Amua

admin August 1, 2025

Nigeria Opinion – Dieko Afolayan …… Nigeria’s food insecurity to economic deprivation and poor post-harvest technology, rather than just seed genetics. Vice Chancellor of the Benue State University of Agriculture, Science and Technology, Professor Qrisstuberg Amua, appeared on Channels Television’s Morning Brief on Tuesday, July 29th, 2025 *Vice

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Nigeria’s Benue State Champions Digital Transformation

Ewaka Sam August 1, 2025

Nigeria In a decisive step towards digital inclusivity and economic empowerment, the Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of Nigeria’s Benue State Digital Infrastructure Company PLC (BDIC), Gbande Hembaor Terwase, played a pivotal role yesterday at the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) Sub-National Engagement and IT Ecosystem

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A Nigerian Kpenkaan, Honoured with Honorary Doctorate by US Versity

Ewaka Sam August 1, 2025

Nigeria Crown University International, USA Recognizes BENIPA Boss and FoSIPAN Chair for Landmark Contributions to Economic Development and Public-Private Partnerships. A Nigerian known as Terhemen Johnpaul Kpenkaan, a distinguished investment promotion and development expert, has been awarded an Honorary Doctorate Degree in Business Administration *(D.B.A) Honoris Causa*

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Nigeria’s Governor Alia dissolves cabinet, appoints new chief of staff

Ewaka Sam August 1, 2025

Nigeria Benue State Governor, Rev. Fr. Hyacinth Alia, on Wednesday, July 30, 2025, announced the dissolution of the entire Benue State Executive Council, signaling a major reshuffle in the state’s leadership. In a move announced at the close of the 12th meeting of the 2025 Executive Council, Governor Alia appointed Barrister Moses Atagher, a two-term […]