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admin - November 17, 2024

Kenyan Ministry Of Health Pushes For Public Registration In New Health Scheme

By Lisbeth Micheni, Kenya The Kenyan Ministry of Health, led by Cabinet Secretary (CS) Debra Barasa, has launched a nationwide campaign urging Kenyans to register for the State Health Scheme (SHA). Speaking during a public event, CS Barasa emphasised that the new initiative is vital for improving access to affordable […]

admin - November 17, 2024

NIGERIA: Tinubu To Attend G20 Leaders’ Summit In Brazil

By Onoja Baba, Nigeria Nigerian President Bola Ahmed Tinubu will depart Abuja on Sunday for Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, to attend the 19th meeting of the G20 Leaders’ Summit. The two-day event, scheduled for November 18 and 19, 2024, is being hosted by Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, who also […]

admin - November 17, 2024

Nigeria, Ondo2024: INEC Declares Aiyedatiwa Winner Amid Allegations of Electoral Fraud

By Onoja Baba, Nigeria In a dramatic conclusion to the Ondo State gubernatorial election, Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has been declared winner by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC). Aiyedatiwa, who swept all 18 local government areas, secured 366,781 votes to defeat his closest rival, […]

admin - November 17, 2024

Mixed Reactions Amongst South Africans As Chidimma Adetshina Wins Miss Universe

By Utebor Paul, Nigeria South Africans have expressed mixed reactions to Chidimma Adetshina’s emergence as the first runner-up at the 73rd Miss Universe competition. The 23-year-old beauty queen had earlier been surrounded by controversies regarding her citizenship during her participation in the 2024 Miss South Africa pageant. Born […]

admin - November 17, 2024

NIGERIA: State Capture Is Killing Nigeria – Obasanjo

By Onoja Baba, Nigeria Nigerian Former President Olusegun Obasanjo has accused Nigeria’s political elites of orchestrating a “state capture,” a form of systemic corruption he claims is crippling the nation’s progress. Speaking in a recorded video address at the Chinua Achebe Leadership Forum held at Yale University in the United […]

admin - November 17, 2024

NIGERIA: Chidimma Adetshina Emerges First Runner-Up At Miss Universe 2024

Utebor Paul, Nigeria Nigeria’s Chidimma Adetshina has achieved a remarkable feat, emerging as the first runner-up at the Miss Universe 2024 pageant. The prestigious beauty contest, held at the Arena CDMX in Mexico City, Mexico, saw Miss Denmark, Victoria Kjaer Theilvig, crowned the new Miss Universe. She succeeds Sheynnis Palacios […]

admin - November 16, 2024

KENYA: Poor Drainage Systems In Nairobi Affect Businesses As Local Traders Laments Lack Of Sales

By Lisbeth Micheni, Kenya Business owners in some parts of Kahawa West, Nairobi County, are calling for urgent government action, as poorly maintained drainage systems continue to cause health and safety concerns, affecting local commerce. The lack of proper management has left drainage systems overflowing, creating discomfort and deterring customers. […]

admin - November 16, 2024

Bishops Lash Out At Kenya Kwanza Over Failed Pledges

By Lisbeth Micheni, Kenya In one of the most scathing criticisms directed at the government in recent times, the Kenya Conference of Catholic Bishops has condemned the Kenya Kwanza administration as increasingly out of touch with the realities facing ordinary Kenyans. In a strongly-worded statement, the bishops accused the government of relying on […]

admin - November 16, 2024

Nigeria, India Set To Deepen Strategic Partnership As PM Modi Visits Abuja

By Onoja Baba, Nigeria Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi will arrive in Abuja on Saturday for a state visit to Nigeria, marking a significant step in strengthening ties between the two nations. This will be the first visit by an Indian prime minister to Nigeria since Dr. Manmohan Singh’s landmark […]

admin - November 16, 2024

CAN National Music Director, Jude Nnam, Allegedly Kidnapped In Anambra

By Utebor Paul, Nigeria The National Music Director of the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN), Dr. Jude Nnam, has reportedly been kidnapped in Umunnachi, Anambra State. According to Rev. Fr. Augustine Mario, a Catholic priest who shared the news on Facebook, the incident occurred around 6 p.m. on Thursday evening. […]