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admin - May 29, 2025

NIGERIA: Tinubu Marks Second Anniversary In Office, Says ‘Our Economic Reforms Are Working’

  By Onoja Baba, Nigeria    Nigerian President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has declared that his administration’s economic reforms are “working” and have placed Nigeria on a more stable path, as he marked the second anniversary of his administration on Thursday.   In a nationwide address commemorating two years in office, the president hailed what he […]
admin - May 29, 2025

South Sudan’s President Fires Long-Time Chief Justice

  By Deborah Akur Chol, South Sudan   South Sudan’s President Salva Kiir has unexpectedly fired the chief justice of South Sudan High Court, Chan Reec Madut, over alleged corruption.   Madut had been chief justice for over 13 years. His termination of appointment was announced on the state broadcaster SSBC on Wednesday night.   […]
admin - May 28, 2025

KENYA: Ruto Seeks Forgiveness From  Uganda, Tanzania Amid Strained Kenya Ties

  By Lisbeth Micheni, Kenya    Kenyan President William Ruto on Wednesday extended a heartfelt apology to Kenya’s neighbors, Uganda and Tanzania, in a bid to mend frayed diplomatic relations.   Speaking during the National Prayer Breakfast held at Safari Park, Ruto acknowledged that Kenya might have caused discomfort or offense and urged for renewed […]
admin - May 28, 2025

KENYA: Breaking: Celebrated Kenyan Author Ngũgĩ wa Thiong’o Dies At 86

Renowned Kenyan writer and thinker Ngũgĩ wa Thiong’o has passed away.   The iconic literary figure died on the morning of Wednesday, May 28, 2025, his family announced. He was 86.   In a heartfelt statement, his children described him as having “lived a full life” and “fought a good fight.”   They called on […]
admin - May 28, 2025

BREAKING: Celebrated Kenyan Author Ngũgĩ wa Thiong’o Dies At 86

  By Onoja Baba, Nigeria Renowned Kenyan writer and thinker Ngũgĩ wa Thiong’o has passed away.   The iconic literary figure died on the morning of Wednesday, May 28, 2025, his family announced. He was 86.   In a heartfelt statement, his children described him as having “lived a full life” and “fought a good […]
admin - May 28, 2025

NIGERIA: Oma Nnadi Confirms Alex Ekubo Is in Good Health Amid Social Media Absence

  By Ameenat Hamzat, Lagos, Nigeria   Nollywood actress, Oma Nnadi, has dispelled rumours concerning the health of actor Alex Ekubo, stating that he is in good health despite his absence from social media in recent months.   Nnadi made this known via her Instagram story on Wednesday, where she urged the public to stop […]
admin - May 28, 2025

NIGERIA: FG Launches N45,000 Monthly Grant for Technical College Students in TVET Revival Plan

  By Ameenat Hamzat, Lagos, Nigeria    In a bold step to reposition Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) in Nigeria, the Federal Government has announced a monthly stipend of N45,000 for students enrolled in technical colleges across the country.   The initiative, disclosed by the Executive Secretary of the National Board for Technical […]
admin - May 28, 2025

NIGERIA: Saudi Arabia Declares June 6 as Eid-el-Adha

  By Ameenat Hamzat, Lagos, Nigeria    Saudi Arabia has officially declared Friday, June 6, 2025, as the date for Eid-el-Adha, following the sighting of the crescent moon that marks the beginning of Dhul Hijjah, the twelfth and final month of the Islamic lunar calendar.   The announcement, made on Tuesday via the verified Haramain […]
admin - May 28, 2025

NIGERIA: Buhari Praises Tinubu At Midterm, Warns Over Reforms

  By Onoja Baba, Nigeria    Former President Muhammadu Buhari has extended his congratulations to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on his two-year anniversary in office.     The former president warned that ongoing reforms should not be derailed by what he called “nettlesome domestic politics.”   Buhari’s statement, issued on Tuesday by his Senior Special […]
admin - May 28, 2025

NIGERIA: TikTok Influencer Murja Kunya Appointed EFCC Ambassador After Naira Abuse Conviction

  By Onoja Baba, Nigeria      The Federal High Court in Kano has sentenced popular TikTok influencer, Murja Ibrahim Kunya, to six months in prison for abusing the Nigerian currency.   The court also appointed her as a social media ambassador to campaign against Naira abuse.   Justice Simone Amobeda handed down the sentence […]
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