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admin - April 10, 2025

Kenyans’ Pension Contributions Nearly Double Since 2022

By Lisbeth Micheni, Kenya    Kenyans have significantly increased their contributions to pension schemes over the past three years, with figures nearly doubling since 2022, according to data from the Retirement Benefits Authority (RBA).   RBA statistics indicate that total pension contributions rose from Ksh.62.73 billion in the first half of 2022 to Ksh.118.80 billion […]
admin - April 10, 2025

Matic vs Onana: War Of Words Exposes Manchester United’s Lingering Identity Crisis

By Onoja Baba, Nigeria    As Lyon prepares to face Manchester United in the Europa League quarter-final first leg, a war of words between former Red Devils midfielder Nemanja Matic and current goalkeeper Andre Onana has unexpectedly stolen the spotlight, not just for its sting, but for what it reveals about Manchester United’s ongoing struggle […]
admin - April 10, 2025

SOUTH SUDAN: Congolese Deportee Granted Entry Into South Sudan

By Deborah Akur Chol, South Sudan   After a period of diplomatic tension, South Sudan has reversed its initial decision regarding the entry of Makula Kintu, a national of the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), who has been at the center of a contentious standoff between the South Sudanese government and the United States. Kintu […]
admin - April 10, 2025

South Sudan’s President Salva Kiir Dismisses Foreign Affairs Minister

By Deborah Akur Chol, South Sudan   South Sudan’s President Salva Kiir Mayardit, has relieved Ramadan Abdallah Goc from his position as Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, nearly a year following his appointment.   The announcement was made via a presidential decree broadcast on Wednesday evening by the state-run South Sudan Broadcasting Corporation […]
admin - April 9, 2025

NIGERIA: INEC Reaffirms Neutrality As Labour Party Submits Supreme Court Judgement

By Onoja Baba, Abuja   The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) on Wednesday, reiterated its commitment to neutrality and the rule of law, following a visit by a delegation of the Labour Party led by Abia State Governor, Dr. Alex Otti.   The delegation visited the Commission’s headquarters in Abuja and submitted a Certified True […]
admin - April 9, 2025

SOUTH SUDAN: SPLM-IO Distances Self From Former Deputy Chairperson Nathaniel Oyet

By Deborah Akur Chol, South Sudan   In a press conference on Wednesday, Hon. Stephen Phar Kuol announced that the Sudan People’s Liberation Movement in Opposition (SPLM-IO) has officially distanced itself from former Deputy Chairperson Nathaniel Oyet. Moving forward, the party will only recognize Oyet as the former deputy chairperson.   “Hon. Nathaniel Oyet will […]
admin - April 9, 2025

MALAWI: South African Court Orders Sale Of Prophet Bushiri’s R50 Million Jet

By Smile Hamilton, Malawi    Prophet Shepherd Bushiri, a prominent figure in Malawi, has expressed his discontent with the South African government’s handling of his case. A South African court has granted the National Prosecuting Authority (NPA) permission to sell his R50 million jet, which is approximately 4.4 billion Malawi Kwacha.   The jet was […]
admin - April 9, 2025

NIGERIA: Police To Commence 2022/2023 Constable Training On April 12

By Onoja Baba, Nigeria   The Nigeria Police Force has announced the conclusion of the 2022/2023 Police Constable recruitment exercise, with successful candidates expected to resume training from April 12, 2025.   This announcement was made via the official Facebook page of the Police on Wednesday, in a joint statement with the Police Service Commission. […]
admin - April 9, 2025

Plateau Killings: IGP Orders Immediate Deployment Of Tactical Squads, Assets

By Onoja Baba, Nigeria   In response to the rising wave of deadly attacks in parts of Plateau State, the Inspector-General of Police, IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, has ordered the immediate deployment of tactical police units and assets to the affected communities to curb further violence and restore peace.   This was disclosed in a […]
admin - April 9, 2025

NIGERIA: Ibas Appoints Administrators For 23 Local Government Areas In Rivers

By Ameenat Hamzat, Lagos, Nigeria    Despite a recent court order restraining him from doing so, Rivers State Sole Administrator, Vice Admiral Ibok-Ete Ibas (retd.), has approved the appointment of administrators for the 23 Local Government Areas (LGAs) of the state.   The development comes less than 24 hours after Justice Adam Muhammed of the […]
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