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Admin - August 15, 2025

RELIGION: Christ Apostolic Church Faults Fatoyinbo’s Remarks On Apostle Babalola

  By Onoja Baba, Nigeria    The Christ Apostolic Church has criticised Pastor Biodun Fatoyinbo over his comments about the late Apostle Joseph Ayo Babalola, describing them as insensitive and misleading.   In a statement on Thursday, the church’s Director of Publicity, Pastor Ade Alawode, said it had become necessary to address Fatoyinbo’s remarks, which […]
Admin - August 15, 2025

NIGERIA: IGP Orders Tight Security For Saturday’s Bye-Elections In 13 States

  By Ameenat Hamzat, Lagos, Nigeria   The Inspector-General of Police, Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, has ordered extensive security measures ahead of Saturday’s bye-elections scheduled to hold in 13 states.   The affected states include Anambra, Kano, Oyo, Taraba, Enugu, Adamawa, Edo, Jigawa, Kogi, Ogun, Zamfara and Niger.   According to a statement by Force Public […]
Admin - August 15, 2025

SPORTS: Chelsea’s Ex Goalkeeper Petr Čech Announces Separation From Wife After 26 Years

  By Onoja Baba, Nigeria    Former Chelsea and Arsenal goalkeeper Petr Čech has announced his separation from his wife, Martina, after 26 years together.   The 43-year-old made the announcement on Instagram on Thursday, posting a black-and-white photo of Martina kissing him on the cheek.   In the statement, Čech said they were saddened […]
Admin - August 15, 2025

Nigerian FG Targets 10,000 Women-Owned Export Businesses By 2030

  By Onoja Baba, Nigeria   The Federal Government of Nigeria has set a target to empower 10,000 women-owned export-ready businesses in Nigeria by 2030.   It also aims to connect 3,000 women-led small and medium enterprises to international markets by 2027.   First Lady Senator Oluremi Tinubu disclosed this at the launch of the […]
Admin - August 15, 2025

NIGERIA: Temitope Osoba Returns To Screen After Cancer Fight

  By Ameenat Hamzat, Lagos, Nigeria    Nollywood actress Temitope Osoba has announced her return to the entertainment industry after taking time off to battle cancer.   In an emotional video shared on Instagram, Osoba expressed gratitude to her fans, supporters, and new management team for their encouragement during her recovery.   She said the […]
Admin - August 15, 2025

KENYA: British Broadcasting Corporation Stands By Maai Mahiu Child Sex Trafficking Exposé Amid Government Criticism

  By Lisbeth Micheni, Kenya    The British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) has defended its recent undercover investigation into the sexual exploitation of minors in Maai Mahiu, Kenya, following claims from government officials that the documentary was fabricated.   Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen told Parliament on Wednesday that the film was misleading, alleging that the […]
Admin - August 15, 2025

NIGERIA: Materials Deployed As INEC Finalises Preparations For Bye-Elections

  By Ameenat Hamzat, Lagos, Nigeria    The Independent National Electoral Commission has completed the distribution of sensitive materials for Saturday’s bye-elections in 16 constituencies across 12 states of the federation.   National Commissioner and Chairman of the Information and Voter Education Committee, Sam Olumekun, disclosed this in a statement on Thursday, noting that all […]
Admin - August 14, 2025

MALAWI: Over 1,000 Candidates Cleared For September 16 Elections

  By Smile Hamilton, Malawi   More than 1,000 individuals have been cleared to contest for parliamentary seats in the upcoming September 16 elections.   These candidates are expected to compete across 229 constituencies nationwide, raising the stakes in what promises to be a competitive electoral season.   The Malawi Electoral Commission (MEC) is the […]
Admin - August 14, 2025

NIGERIA: Obi Slams Tinubu Over 12-Day Foreign Trip

  By Onoja Baba, Nigeria   Former Anambra State governor and 2023 president candidate, Peter Obi, has criticised President Bola Tinubu over his planned 12-day foreign trip, describing it as insensitive to Nigeria’s current challenges.   In a statement issued on Thursday, Obi said the President’s decision to embark on another round of overseas engagements […]
Admin - August 14, 2025

NIGERIA: FG Approves Nine New Private Universities, Ends Six-Year Accreditation Delay

  By Ameenat Hamzat, Lagos, Nigeria O The Federal Government has approved the establishment of nine new private universities across the country, bringing relief to promoters who have waited more than six years for accreditation.a   The Minister of Education, Dr. Tunji Alausa, announced the approval on Wednesday while briefing State House correspondents after the […]
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