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admin - April 4, 2025

NIGERIA: Court Halts Pro-Wike Rally In Bayelsa Amid Legal Battle

By Onoja Baba, Nigeria   A Bayelsa State High Court in Yenagoa, has issued an interim order stopping a planned rally in support of the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, pending further legal proceedings.   The court, presided over by Justice I.A. Uzakah, granted the injunction on Thursday, effectively blocking the event […]
admin - April 4, 2025

SOUTH SUDAN Ugandan President Arrives Juba For Bilateral Talks With President Salva Kiir Amid Rising Tensions

By Debora Akur Chol, South Sudan   Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni arrived in Juba on Thursday for high-level talks with South Sudanese leader President Salva Kiir, as tensions continue to rise in South Sudan, the world’s youngest nation.   The visit is seen as an opportunity to strengthen bilateral relations and address the ongoing crisis […]
admin - April 3, 2025

NIGERIA: Shettima Departs For Senegal To Represent Tinubu At Senegal Independence Anniversary

By Ameenat Hamzat, Lagos, Nigeria    The Vice President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, Kashim Shettima has departed Nigeria for Dakar, Senegal, where he will represent President Bola Ahmed Tinubu at the country’s 65th Independence Anniversary celebration on April 4, 2025.   According to a statement issued on Thursday by Stanley Nkwocha, Senior Special […]
admin - April 3, 2025

NIGERIA: Kano Governor Pledges To End Rano’s Decades-Long Water Crisis

By Ameenat Hamzat, Lagos, Nigeria    Kano State Governor, Abba Yusuf, has vowed to end the long-standing water crisis in Rano Town, directing the Ministry of Water Resources to ensure the implementation of a sustainable and uninterrupted water supply system in the town.   The governor made this commitment on Thursday, while receiving the Emir […]
admin - April 3, 2025

NIGERIA: The Petition For Natasha’s Recall Falls Short Of Requirements – INEC

By Onoja Baba, Nigeria    The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), has said that the petition filed to the commission for the recall of the senator representing Kogi Central, Natasha Akpoti Uduaghan, has not met the requirements.   INEC made the announcement on Thursday via its official Facebook page, saying: “The petition for the recall […]
admin - April 3, 2025

NIGERIA: FCT Minister Approves Recruitment Of 34 Resident Doctors To Boost Healthcare

By Onoja Baba, Nigeria   The Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Minister Nyesom Wike, has approved the recruitment of 34 resident doctors.   The newly employed doctors represent the first batch of 60 medical residency trainees set to be deployed across eight faculties and specialties in FCTA hospitals.   This recruitment marks a major step in […]
admin - April 3, 2025

Malawi Police And Media Council Emphasize Journalists’ Safety

By Smile Hamilton, Malawi   The Malawi Police Service and Media Council of Malawi (MCM) have challenged journalists to prioritize their safety while working, especially in hostile environments.   Deputy National Police spokesperson, Harry Namwaza, emphasized that while the police are committed to protecting all citizens, including journalists, it is crucial for journalists to take […]
admin - April 3, 2025

Kenyan Members Of County Assembly Oppose Speaker’s Impeachment, Accuse Governor Wavinya Of Political Motives

By Lisbeth Micheni, Kenya    A group of Machakos County Assembly Members (MCAs), has come out strongly against an attempt to remove Speaker Ann Kiusya from office, dismissing it as a politically motivated effort driven by Governor Wavinya Ndeti and her allies.   On Wednesday, about 23 MCAs, mainly from the opposition, convened in Nairobi […]
admin - April 3, 2025

SOUTH SUDAN: Mass Exodus From SPLA-IO To SSPDF, A Shift In Allegiance Amidst Political Tensions

By Debora Akur Chol, South Sudan   A significant shift in military allegiance has been observed, as personnel from the Sudan People’s Liberation Movement in Opposition (SPLA-IO), led by Dr. Riek Machar, defect to the South Sudan People’s Defense Forces (SSPDF) under President Salva Kiir.   Approximately 1,104 SPLA-IO members stationed in Western and Eastern […]
admin - April 3, 2025

SOUTH SUDAN: Fire At Ministry Of Lands Under Control, No Injuries Reported

By Debora Akur Chol, South Sudan    A fire broke out on Wednesday morning, at the Juba office of Michael Chiangjiek Gaey, the National Minister for Land, Housing, and Urban Development, resulting in significant damage to the premises, but thankfully causing no injuries.   An official from the Ministry confirmed that the blaze was ignited […]
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