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admin - March 18, 2025

NIGERIA: Corps Member Apologizes For Calling Lagos A ‘Smelling State’ In Viral Video

By Ameenat Hamzat, Lagos, Nigeria   A Lagos-based National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) member, Ushie Uguamaye, known on social media as Raye, has apologized for her comments about Lagos State, which went viral last week.   In a video posted on Instagram on Monday, Raye expressed regret for “talking down” on Lagos, acknowledging that her […]
admin - March 18, 2025

NIGERIA: Explosion Hits Trans Niger Pipeline In Bodo Community, Rivers State

By Ameenat Hamzat, Lagos, Nigeria   An explosion has rocked the Trans Niger Pipeline (TNP) in Bodo Community, Gokana Local Government Area, Rivers State.   The incident occurred late Monday night near the Bodo-Bonny Road, which is currently under construction.   A video posted Tuesday morning shows thick black smoke rising from the site, with […]
admin - March 18, 2025

SOUTH SUDAN: Uganda And South Sudan Confirm Military Pact, Acknowledging UPDF Presence In The Country

By Debora Akur Chol, South Sudan   South Sudan’s Government Spokesperson and Minister of ICT and Postal Services, Michael Makuei Lueth, confirmed on Monday the presence of the Uganda People’s Defence Force (UPDF) in South Sudan, asserting that their deployment is in accordance with long-standing agreements between the two countries.   These agreements trace back […]
admin - March 17, 2025

KENYA: Isaac Mutuma Sworn In As Meru Governor Following Kawira Mwangaza’s Impeachment

By Lisbeth Micheni, Kenya    Isaac Mutuma M’Ethingia, has officially taken over as the Governor of Meru County, Kenya, following the impeachment of his predecessor, Kawira Mwangaza.   The swearing-in ceremony took place on Monday, at Mwendantu Grounds in Meru, with leaders from within and beyond the county in attendance.   Mutuma, who had been […]
admin - March 17, 2025

NIGERIA: EFCC Arrests TikTok Influencer Murja Kunya For Alleged Naira Mutilation

By Onoja Baba, Nigeria    Kano-based TikTok influencer Murja Ibrahim Kunya has been arrested by operatives of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) for allegedly abusing and mutilating the Nigerian currency.   Kunya was taken into custody at Tahir Guest Palace in Kano, where she was allegedly seen spraying Naira notes for fun.   […]
admin - March 17, 2025

NIGERIA: Rivers Lawmakers Accuse Governor Fubara, Deputy Of Gross Misconduct

By Onoja Baba, Nigeria    The political crisis in Rivers State has deepened as the State House of Assembly formally accused Governor Siminalayi Fubara and his deputy, Ngozi Odu, of gross misconduct.   In a notice submitted to Speaker Martin Amaewhule, the lawmakers stated that their action was in accordance with Section 188 of the […]
admin - March 17, 2025

NIGERIA: Super Eagles Fight For Redemption As Sudan Chase Historic World Cup Spot

By Onoja Baba, Nigeria   As Africa’s 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers reach the halfway stage, Nigeria’s Super Eagles are in a desperate bid to revive their campaign, while Sudan dreams of an unprecedented qualification.   Nigeria, a team stacked with talent including reigning African Footballer of the Year Victor Osimhen and Atalanta forward Ademola […]
admin - March 17, 2025

MALAWI: Police Arrests Conglose, Other At Dzaleka Refugee Camp For Possession Of Cannabis

  By Smile Hamilton, Malawi    Police in Dowa have arrested two individuals, a Malawian and a Congolese national, for allegedly possessing cannabis at Dzaleka Refugee Camp.   According to Dowa police publicist Alice Sitima, the suspects are Remasi Mziiki, a Congolese resident of the camp, and Gosta Mvula, a Malawian.   The arrests were […]
admin - March 16, 2025

NIGERIA: Ooni Of Ife Celebrates Twins’ First Birthday

By Ameenat Hamzat, Lagos, Nigeria  The Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Ogunwusi, marked the first birthday of his twins, Ooreade and Oreade, on Sunday. The revered monarch shared his joy with well-wishers on his verified Instagram page, expressing gratitudes. He said: “One year ago, the Almighty King of Kings blessed the Royal House of Oduduwa […]
admin - March 16, 2025

NIGERIA: Police PRO Condemns Generalization Of Police As Corrupt

By Ameenat Hamzat, Lagos, Nigeria   The Force Public Relations Officer, ACP Olumuyiwa Adejobi, has cautioned against the popular opinion of the Nigeria Police Force as corrupt, emphasizing that many officers uphold integrity and professionalism.   In a post on X.com on Saturday, Adejobi defended the reputation of law-abiding officers, stating that numerous personnel are […]
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