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Admin - September 6, 2025

NIGERIA: FG Steps Up Border Surveillance As Ebola Outbreak Spreads In DR Congo

By Onoja Baba, Nigeria The Federal Government has intensified monitoring and screening procedures at all entry points into Nigeria following the outbreak of Ebola Virus Disease in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). The Director of Port Health Services at the Federal Ministry of Health and Social Welfare, Dr. Akpan Nse, confirmed […]

Admin - September 6, 2025

NIGERIA: Obi Criticises Tinubu’s Frequent Foreign Trips, Says Presidency Demands Empathy, Sacrifice

By Onoja Baba, Nigeria Former Presidential candidate of the Labour Party, Peter Obi, has faulted President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s frequent foreign travels, describing them as insensitive at a time when Nigerians are grappling with severe socio-economic and security challenges. In a statement released on Friday titled “When Home is not Conducive […]

Admin - September 6, 2025

SOUTH SUDAN: ‎DRC Triumphs Over South Sudan 4-1 In World Cup Qualifier ‎

‎ ‎By Deborah Akur Chol, South Sudan ‎ ‎The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) secured a commanding 4-1 victory against South Sudan at Juba National Stadium on Friday during the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers. ‎ ‎C. Bakambu opened the scoring for DRC in the 17th minute, taking advantage of a lapse in South Sudan’s […]

Admin - September 6, 2025

KENYA: Faith Kemunto’s Body Exhumed In Nyamira As Two Suspects Remanded

By Lisbeth Micheni, Kenya Faith Kemunto, a 20-year-old university-bound student from Maosi Village in Nyamira County, has been found dead weeks after she went missing in July 2025. Kemunto is said to have left home in June with her phone while nibbling a mango. A one-month search yielded fruit on Monday after […]

Admin - September 5, 2025

NIGERIA: YouTube Solved Nollywood’s Royalty Problem – Ronke Oshodi-Oke

By Ameenat Hamzat, Lagos, Nigeria Nollywood actress Ronke Oshodi-Oke has described YouTube as a game-changer for Nigeria’s film industry, noting that the platform has given filmmakers greater control over their content and earnings. Speaking on Nollywood On Radio, the actress explained that before the rise of YouTube, many producers struggled to […]

Admin - September 5, 2025

NIGERIA: EFCC Declares Sujimoto CEO Wanted Over Alleged Money Laundering

By Ameenat Hamzat, Lagos, Nigeria The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has declared Olasijibomi Ogundele, Chief Executive Officer of Sujimoto Luxury Construction Limited, wanted over allegations of fund diversion and money laundering. The declaration was made in a notice issued on Friday by the EFCC spokesperson, Dele Oyewale. Ogundele, […]

Admin - September 5, 2025

NIGERIA: NDLEA Arrests 26, Seizes Over 41,000kg Drugs In Edo

By Onoja Baba, Nigeria The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency, Edo State Command, has arrested 26 suspected drug traffickers and seized 41,410.53 kilogrammes of narcotics during operations in August. The State Commander, Mitchell Ofoyeju, disclosed this on Friday in Benin City while presenting the monthly progress report of the command. He […]

Admin - September 5, 2025

MALAWI: Minister Pledges Support For Defence Force

By Smile Hamilton, Malawi Minister of Defence Monica Chang’anamuno has reaffirmed the government’s commitment to supporting the Malawi Defence Force (MDF) to improve the welfare of soldiers and increase recruitment. Speaking during the passing-out parade for 834 new MDF recruits, Chang’anamuno said the government recognises the vital role soldiers play in […]

Admin - September 5, 2025

‎South Sudan Reiterates No Plans to Resettle Palestinians Amidst Media Speculation ‎

‎ ‎By Deborah Akur Chol, South Sudan ‎ ‎For the third time, South Sudan has firmly rejected claims regarding any plans or discussions with Israel about resettling Palestinians, following widespread reports in international media. ‎ ‎Ambassador Philip Jada Natana, Director General for Bilateral Relations at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, dismissed […]

Admin - September 4, 2025

NIGERIA: Tinubu Goes On Annual Leave

By Onoja Baba, Nigeria President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has departed Abuja to commence his 2025 annual leave. According to a statement issued by his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, the President’s leave will last for 10 working days. During the vacation, Tinubu is expected to spend time in […]