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admin - June 23, 2025

NIGERIA: Tinubu Urges Swift Action On ECOWAS Standby Force Amid Rising Insecurity

  By Onoja Baba, Nigeria    President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has called on West African leaders to urgently operationalise the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) Standby Force, citing growing concerns over insecurity and transnational threats across the region.   The appeal was made during his opening remarks at the 67th Ordinary Session of […]
admin - June 23, 2025

NIGERIA: Don’t Allow Yourself to Be Used for Impunity – ICPC Chairman to Lawyers

  By Ameenat Hamzat, Lagos, Nigeria   The Chairman of the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC), Dr. Musa Adamu Aliyu, SAN, has cautioned legal practitioners against allowing themselves to be used as instruments of impunity, stressing that the integrity of the justice system depends on the ethical conduct of those within […]
admin - June 21, 2025

NIGERIA: NDLEA Intensifies Nationwide Campaign Against Drug Abuse in Tertiary Institutions

  By Ameenat Hamzat, Lagos, Nigeria   In a show of commitment to curbing substance abuse among Nigerian youths, the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has led a coordinated national campaign across universities to commemorate the 2025 International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking.   Themed “The Evidence is Clear: Invest in Prevention,” […]
admin - June 21, 2025

KENYA: Raila Odinga Says Nation Lost Key Chance To Upgrade Jomo Kenyatta International Airport After Adani Deal Collapse

         By Lisbeth Micheni Kenya    Orange Democratic Movement leader  Raila Odinga has criticized the government’s decision to cancel the multi-billion shilling Adani Group agreement to renovate Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA), calling it a missed chance to elevate Kenya’s aviation infrastructure.     Addressing attendees at the 3rd National Executive Retreat […]
admin - June 21, 2025

SOUTH SUDAN: European Union Launches €23 Million Initiative For Displaced And Host Communities

  By Deborah Akur Chol, South Sudan In a significant move to bolster support for displaced individuals and host communities in South Sudan, the European Union, in collaboration with the U.N. refugee agency (UNHCR) and the International Organization for Migration (IOM), has unveiled a €23 million project aimed at enhancing resilience in the region.   […]
admin - June 12, 2025

NIGERIA: Aliko Dangote Steps Down as Dangote Sugar Chairman After Two Decades

  By Ameenat Hamzat, Lagos, Nigeria   Aliko Dangote has stepped down as Chairman of the Board of Dangote Sugar Refinery Plc, bringing to a close his two-decade tenure at the helm of the company.   According to a statement issued on Wednesday by the company’s secretary, Temitope Hassan, his retirement will take effect from […]
admin - June 12, 2025

NIGERIA: Air Peace Fires Back At Oshiomhole, Debunks Extortion Claim

  By Onoja Baba, Nigeria    Air Peace has vehemently refuted Senator Adams Oshiomole’s allegations that the airline extorted passengers at Murtala Muhammed Airport.   In a press release issued today, the airline challenged the senator to provide proof of these claims, stating none of its staff confiscated cash from travellers or delayed overbooked flights. […]
admin - May 31, 2025

NIGERIA: Project CNG SPROUT Commences With Buses Distributed To Universities

  By Lisa Chankat   Yakubu Gowon University, Abuja has received CNG refuelling infrastructure, CNG powered buses, and tricycles to cut down the high cost of transportation on staff and students brought about by the removal of fuel subsidy.   Launched under the CNG-Special Palliative Relief on University Transportation codenamed, “Project CNG-Sprout”, the initiative is […]
admin - May 31, 2025

SOUTH SUDAN: Plan International Launches Five-Year Initiative To Empower 5 Million Individuals 

  By Deborah Akur Chol, South Sudan   Plan International South Sudan has unveiled its ambitious country strategy for the years 2025 to 2030, aiming to empower 5 million young individuals with a particular focus on children and girls.   This initiative is built on four strategic pillars: education, protection, economic empowerment, and humanitarian response. […]
admin - May 30, 2025

MALAWI:ADMARC Procures Over 2,500 Tonnes of Maize as Procurement Drive Gains Momentum

  By Smile Hamilton, Malawi   The state grain trader, Agricultural Development and Marketing Corporation (ADMARC), has procured over 2,500 tonnes of maize since April this year, out of its targeted 17,000 tonnes for 2025.   ADMARC Chief Executive Officer, Daniel Makata, told Zodiak today that most of the maize has been procured from the […]
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