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admin - March 11, 2025

NIGERIA: House of Reps Orders Immediate Shutdown Of Porn Websites In Nigeria

By Ameenat Hamzat, Lagos, Nigeria    The House of Representatives has directed the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) to immediately shut down all pornographic websites across the country.   The resolution was passed during plenary on Tuesday, following a motion sponsored by Hon. Dalhatu Tafoki, representing Katsina State.   Tafoki described the move as a necessary […]
admin - March 11, 2025

NIGERIA: House of Representatives Calls for Suspension of New ATM Transaction Charges

By Ameenat Hamzat, Lagos, Nigeria   The Federal House of Representatives has called for the immediate suspension of the Central Bank of Nigeria’s (CBN) new policy increasing ATM transaction charges.   The resolution followed a motion moved by Hon. Marcus Onobun, representing Esan Central/West/Igueben Federal Constituency, during plenary on Tuesday.   The new policy enacted […]
admin - March 11, 2025

NIGERIA: IGP Reaffirms Ban On Public Parade Of Suspects, Pledges Protection Of Fundamental Rights

By Onoja Baba, Nigeria   The Inspector-General of Police (IGP), Dr. Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, has reiterated the ban on the public parade of criminal suspects, emphasizing the Nigeria Police Force’s commitment to upholding fundamental human rights and aligning with global best practices in policing.   In a statement issued on Tuesday by the Force Public […]
admin - March 11, 2025

NIGERIA: Kebbi Confirms 26 Deaths In Suspected Meningitis Outbreak

By Onoja Baba, Nigeria   The Kebbi State Government has confirmed the deaths of 26 people following a suspected outbreak of cerebrospinal meningitis in Aliero, Gwandu, and Jega local government areas.   Cerebrospinal meningitis, a life-threatening infection that causes inflammation of the membranes surrounding the brain and spinal cord, can spread through close human contact. […]
admin - March 11, 2025

SOUTH SUDAN: Dr. Riek Gai Kok Sworn In As New Governor Of Jonglei State

By Debora Akur Chol, South Sudan   South Sudan’s President Salva Kiir Mayardit, on Monday, officially swore in Dr. Riek Gai Kok as the new governor of Jonglei State, a region that has long faced instability and intercommunal conflict.   The swearing-in ceremony, which took place at the Presidential Palace in Juba, also saw the […]
admin - March 11, 2025

Ratcliffe Slams Overpaid Manchester United Stars, Admits Costly Mistakes

By Onoja Baba, Nigeria    Manchester United co-owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe has launched a scathing criticism of the club’s underperforming stars, branding some of them as “not good enough” and “probably overpaid.”   Ratcliffe, who took charge of football operations in February last year, expressed his frustration over the club’s recent transfer dealings, highlighting Rasmus […]
admin - March 11, 2025

Nigerian President Inaugurates National Youth Conference Planning Committee

By Ameenat Hamzat, Lagos, Nigeria    Nigerian President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, has reaffirmed his commitment to empowering Nigerian youth, as he inaugurated the National Youth Conference planning committee on Monday.   In his address shared on his official X handle, the President acknowledged the vital role young Nigerians play in national development, stating, “I am […]
admin - March 10, 2025

MALAWI: Minister Of Trade And Industry Cracks Down On Sugar Hoarding

By Smile Hamilton, Malawi    Malawian Minister of Trade and Industry, Vitumbiko Mumba, has taken decisive action against Sana Shop in Limbe, Malawi. The shop was found hoarding sugar and selling it at inflated prices, violating government regulations.   As a result, Mumba’s ministry and the Competition and Fair Trading Commission (CFTC) have shut down […]
admin - March 10, 2025

Kenyan Government Dismisses Claims Of Bomas Of Kenya Sale

By Lisbeth Micheni, Kenya    The government has strongly denied allegations that Bomas of Kenya has been sold to a Turkish national, calling the claims “misleading” and “baseless.”   Dennis Itumbi, the Head of Special Projects at the Office of the President, countered recent remarks made by former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua, who alleged that […]
admin - March 10, 2025

NIGERIA: EKEDC Blames Faulty TCN Lines For Poor Power Supply In Lagos

By Ameenat Hamzat, Lagos, Nigeria  The Eko Electricity Distribution Company (EKEDC) has attributed the recent poor power supply in Lagos, to faults on the 330kV transmission lines supplying electricity to the region. In a statement issued on Monday, EKEDC explained that the reduced power allocation from the Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN) has resulted in […]
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