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admin - January 9, 2025

Young Billionaire” Jailed For Internet Fraud, Assets Forfeited To FG

  By Onoja Baba, Nigeria           The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has secured the conviction of Chima Hyginus Nkwocha, popularly known as “Young Billionaire,” for internet fraud and money laundering.     The conviction, announced in a statement signed by Wilson Uwujaren, the EFCC’s Head of Media and Publicity, […]
admin - January 8, 2025

NIGERIA: Oxford Dictionary Adds ‘Japa,’ ‘Agbero,’ 18 Other Nigerian Words In Latest Update

  By Ameenat Hamzat, Lagos, Nigeria          In its latest update, the Oxford English Dictionary (OED) has expanded its collection with 20 new Nigerian words and expressions.     The newly added words are rooted in the everyday lives of Nigerians, highlighting the influence of Pidgin English, street slang and cultural expressions […]
admin - January 8, 2025

NIGERIA: 59 Trafficked Children Rescued by FCT Police, Suspects In Custody

  By Ameenat Hamzat, Lagos, Nigeria              The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command, has intercepted a 15-seater white Peugeot bus transporting 59 children suspected to be victims of trafficking.     The children, aged four to 12, were rescued during a routine security operation along the Abuja-Kano route.   […]
admin - January 8, 2025

NIGERIA: UNILAG Set To Graduate 16,409 Students, Celebrates Two with Perfect 5.0 CGPAs

  By Ameenat Hamzat, Lagos, Nigeria              The University of Lagos, Akoka, is set to graduate two students with a perfect Cumulative Grade Point Average of 5.0, the overall best graduating at its 55th convocation ceremony.     The first-class graduates are from the Department of Cell Biology and Genetics, […]
admin - January 8, 2025

Kenya Faces Funding Shortfall For Community Health Workers – Kindiki

        By Lisbeth Micheni, Kenya              The government has admitted to facing financial constraints in facilitating community health workers tasked with delivering primary healthcare services.     Community Health Promoters (CHPs) remain a cornerstone in implementing Universal Health Coverage (UHC), particularly in registering citizens under the newly […]
admin - January 8, 2025

SOUTH SUDAN: 40 New Public Schools To Be Established In Jonglei State To Improve Access To Education

  By Debora Akur Chol, South Sudan           In a significant move to enhance access to education in South Sudan, the authorities in Jonglei State have announced plans to establish 40 new public secondary schools.     This initiative, aimed at improving educational opportunities, will provide thousands of students across the […]
admin - January 8, 2025

France Rejects Niger’s Allegations Of Destabilization Plot With Nigeria

  By Onoja Baba, Abuja           France has dismissed allegations made by Niger’s military leader, Abdourahamane Tchiani, accusing it of collaborating with Nigeria to destabilize Niger.     Speaking to the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Wednesday in Abuja, Mr. Bertrand de Seissan, Political Counsellor to the French Embassy in […]
admin - January 8, 2025

NIGERIA: ‘Upright’ Policeman Who Rejected $200,000 Bribe Converts To Islam, Receives Award

  By Onoja Baba, Nigeria             Assistant Commissioner of Police Daniel Amah, celebrated nationwide for rejecting a $200,000 bribe in 2022, has embraced Islam.     The conversion ceremony took place on Tuesday at the palace of the Emir of Kano, Muhammad Sanusi II, where Amah officially adopted the name […]
admin - January 8, 2025

Deschamps To Step Down As France Coach After 2026 World Cup

  By Onoja Baba, Nigeria           France’s 2018 World Cup-winning coach, Didier Deschamps, has announced that he will step down from his role as head coach of the national team following the 2026 FIFA World Cup.     Speaking to French broadcaster TF1 on Wednesday, Deschamps confirmed his decision to conclude […]
admin - January 8, 2025

NIGERIA: NANS Lagos Raises Alarm Over Electricity Crisis Across State Universities

  By Ameenat Hamzat, Lagos, Nigeria            The National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS), Lagos State Chapter, has urged the government to urgently resolve the epileptic power supply crisis affecting campuses across Lagos State.     Speaking at a press conference on Tuesday at the Lagos State College of Health Technology, […]
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