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admin - September 9, 2024

Nigeria – Edo 2024: APC Candidate Okpebholo Pledges To Continue Oshiomhole’s Legacy

By Utebor Paul, Nigeria       The All-Progressives Congress (APC) governorship candidate for Edo State, Monday Okpebholo, has promised to build upon the achievements of former Governor Adams Oshiomhole if elected into office.   Okpebholo made this pledge during the APC’s ward-to-ward campaign in Okpella, Etsako East Local Government Area.   Addressing a crowd […]
admin - September 9, 2024

MALAWI: MV Ilala’s 73-Year Service Sparks Concerns As Authorities Reassure Public of Vessel’s Safety

By Smile Hamilton, Malawi     As concerns mount over the continued use of the MV Ilala, which has been serving for over 73 years, the Malawi Shipping Company has assured the public that the vessel remains in excellent condition and will continue its operations without compromising safety.   The MV Ilala, an iconic vessel […]
admin - September 9, 2024

Nigeria – I knew Ajuri Ngelale Would Not Last Up To Two Years In Office – Kenneth Okonkwo

By Utebor Paul        Kenneth Okonkwo, a veteran Nollywood actor and former spokesperson to 2023 presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has reacted to the recent leave of absence taken by President Bola Tinubu’s spokesperson, Ajuri Ngelale.   In a statement, he made through his “X” account formerly known as Twitter, Okonkwo noted that Ngelale’s […]
admin - September 9, 2024

Nigeria’s Oluwafemiayo Sets New World Record, Wins Gold At 2024 Paralympics

By Onoja Baba, Abuja, Nigeria Nigerian powerlifter, Folashade Oluwafemiayo, has made history at the 2024 Paralympic Games in Paris, France, winning a gold medal in the women’s over 86kg category.   The captain of Team Nigeria became the first para-powerlifter to lift 167kg at the Games, setting a new world record.   Oluwafemiayo’s remarkable performance […]
admin - September 9, 2024

MALAWI: Ekwendeni Resource Triumphs in Kwezy Busses Netball Bonanza

By Smile Hamilton Malawi     Ekwendeni Resource Netball Team has claimed the championship in the Kwezy Busses Netball Bonanza, emerging as the best among a competitive field of teams. The victory came after a strong showing in the final, where they dominated Golden Balls with a score of 12 baskets to 5.   The […]
admin - September 8, 2024

Experts Explain Why Some Nigerian Men Are Not Biological Fathers of Their Children

By Onoja Baba, Abuja, Nigeria       Nigeria, in recent years, has witnessed a disturbing trend of paternity fraud, where children are discovered not to belong to their supposed fathers. Psychologists have linked this phenomenon to various factors, including medical errors, inaccuracies in genetic testing, and baby exchanges in hospitals, in addition to the […]
admin - September 8, 2024

Nigeria – Kano State Govt Postpones 2024/2025 School Resumption, Citing Urgent Reasons

By Utebor Paul, Nigeria     The resumption date of the primary and post primary schools for the commencement of the 2024/2025 academic session has been postponed by the Kano State government.   This was disclosed by Balarabe Kiru, the Director of Public Enlightenment, Ministry of Education, in a statement issued on Saturday.   According […]
admin - September 8, 2024

Kenyan President Declares 3 Days National Mourning For 17 Hillside Students Killed In Fire Outbreak

By Lisbeth Micheni, Kenya     Kenyan President, William Ruto, has declared a three-day national mourning period, following the death of 17 pupils at Hillside Endarasha Academy in Nyeri County, Kenya.   The pupils died after a fire broke out in a dormitory at the school around 11pm on Thursday night.   “As a solemn […]
admin - September 8, 2024

Nigeria’s Falconets Secure Spot In FIFA U20 Women’s World Cup Round of 16

By Onoja Baba, Abuja, Nigeria     Nigeria’s Falconets have advanced to the round of 16 in the FIFA U20 Women’s World Cup after an impressive 4-0 win against Venezuela in their final group stage match on Saturday night.   The Falconets started their World Cup campaign with a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Korea Republic, […]
admin - September 8, 2024

Kenya – Fire Kills 17 Pupils At Hillside Endarasha Academy In Nyeri County,Kenya

By Lisbeth Micheni, Kenya     17 pupils have been confirmed dead following a fire outbreak in one of the dormitories at Hillside Endarasha Academy in Kieni West, Nyeri County, Kenya.   The deceased students were burnt beyond recognition in the Thursday night fire incident.   Confirming the tragedy, the National Police Service Spokesperson, Dr […]
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