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admin - January 25, 2025

MALAWI: Tobacco Growers Urged To Join Tree Planting Efforts

By Smile Hamilton, Malawi          Tobacco growers in Malawi have been challenged to take an active role in tree planting initiatives to support environmental restoration efforts.     Godfrey Chapola, Chairperson of the Tobacco Commission, emphasised the importance of the tobacco industry setting a good example in environmental conservation, given the interconnectedness […]
admin - January 25, 2025

NIGERIA: Kogi State Disburses Over N316 Million Bursary Scholarships to 8,750 Students

  By Ameenat Hamzat, Lagos, Nigeria         The Kogi State Government has commenced the disbursement of over N316 million in bursary scholarships to 8,750 undergraduate students who are indigenes of the state.     The initiative, facilitated by the Kogi State Scholarship Board, aims to alleviate financial burdens and promote academic excellence […]
admin - January 25, 2025

NIGERIA: Tinubu Praises Finland Over Simon Ekpa’s Arrest, Strengthens International Ties

  By Ameenat Hamzat, Lagos, Nigeria         Nigerian President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, has commended the Finnish government for its decisive action in arresting and detaining Simon Ekpa.   He described the development as a vital step toward safeguarding Nigeria’s unity and peaceful coexistence.     The President expressed his appreciation while receiving […]
admin - January 24, 2025

NIGERIA: Police Arrest Two More Suspects In Kidnapping Of Former IGP’s Wife

  By Ameenat Hamzat, Lagos, Nigeria          The Lagos State Police has apprehended two more suspects allegedly involved in the kidnapping of Mrs Folasade Odumosu, the wife of a former Inspector-General of Police, Hakeem Odumosho on Friday.     The Lagos State Commissioner of Police Special Squad arrested the two suspects, identified […]
admin - January 24, 2025

NIGERIA:TCN Restores Power Supply To Abuja Transmission Substation After Successful Tower Relocation

      By Onoja Baba, Abuja           The Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN) has completed the relocation of eight 132kV and 33kV transmission towers along the Kukwaba/Apo line, restoring full bulk power supply to the 132/33kV Apo Transmission Substation in Abuja.     This marks the end of weeks of load […]
admin - January 24, 2025

International Idoma Cultural Carnival 2024: Watch the Video & Celebrate Traditions

The Idoma people celebrate their rich culture through the International Carnival, which emphasizes heritage, unity, and pride. It is a one-of-a-kind carnival that garners interest from all around the world through online African entertainment and delivers a unique experience. The event features Prince Edwin Hai and Queen Precious, who share insights about its significance and […]
admin - January 24, 2025

NIGERIA: President Tinubu Appoints Board Chairpersons, CEOs For Federal Agencies

By Onoja Baba, Nigeria           President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has announced the appointment of board chairpersons for 42 federal organizations, a new Managing Director for the Nigerian Railway Corporation, a Director-General for the National Board for Technology Incubation (NBTI), and a Secretary to the Board of the Civil Defence, Immigration, and […]
admin - January 24, 2025

Kenyan Health Rights Activist Arrested For Protesting Social Health Authority Challenges

       By Lisbeth Micheni, Kenya          In a controversial turn of events, Grace Njoki Mulei, a 61-year-old health rights activist and patient, was arrested on Thursday evening, for staging a protest at the Ministry of Health headquarters in Nairobi.     Mulei, who has been a vocal advocate for accessible […]
admin - January 24, 2025

NIGERIA: Doctors Raise Alarm Over Unpaid Salaries, Poor State Of Abuja Hospitals

  By Onoja Baba, Nigeria         The Association of Resident Doctors (ARD) in the Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA), has sounded the alarm over deteriorating healthcare infrastructure and welfare neglect, urging the FCT Minister, Nyesom Wike, to prioritise the healthcare sector.     Speaking during an appearance on Channels Television’s Politics Today […]
admin - January 24, 2025

MALAWI: Kawale Police impounds 40 Vehicles For Contravening Traffic Regulations

  By Smile Hamilton, Malawi          Police in Kawale through its Traffic department, on Thursday, impounded 40 motor vehicles for contravening various road traffic regulations.     The Station Traffic Officer, Assistant Superintendent Suezen Kamgwawo, led the team in an operation within the road network of Kawale to ensure sanity.     […]
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