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admin - July 31, 2024

WHO Reports: 19 Million Girls Face Intimate Partner Violence Before Age 20

By Onoja Baba, Abuja, Nigeria   The World Health Organization (WHO) has revealed that nearly 19 million teenage girls will have experienced physical and/or sexual intimate partner violence by the age of 20.   The statistics are part of a new analysis published in The Lancet Child and Adolescent Health.   Dr. Pascale Allotey, Director […]
admin - July 31, 2024

Kenya – ‘I’m ready to serve in President Ruto’s government – Wycliffe Oparanya

By Lisbeth Micheni, Kenya   Former Kakamega Governor, Wycliffe Oparanya, has said he will resign as Orange Democratic movement (ODM) deputy party leader after vetting for the Cabinet Secretary position.   Oparanya declared that he was ready to serve in the government of national unity after President William Ruto nominated him as Cooperatives and (Micro […]
admin - July 31, 2024

Kenya – ‘I’m Not A Madman To Sell Kenya’s Airport’ – President Ruto Denies

By Lisbeth Micheni, Kenya   President William Ruto has denied claims making rounds on social media, alleging his plans to sell the Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA).   According to reports the government planned to sell the airport to an Asian investor, this led to protests from Kenyans, particularly the Gen Z youths.   However, […]
admin - July 31, 2024

South African Police Rescues Kidnapped Teen Girl

By: Thandeka Kosa, South Africa   A 14-year-old girl alleged to be a victim of a kidnapping syndicate, was on Tuesday rescued by South African Police Service (SAPS) in Vereeniging, Gauteng, South Africa.   The girl was allegedly kidnapped in Kriel, Mpumalanga on 22nd July 2024.   The acting Provincial Commissioner of SAPS in Mpumalanga, […]
admin - July 30, 2024

Church Of Nigeria Frowns Against Church Of England’s Approval Of Same-Sex Marriage

By Utebor Paul, Nigeria   The General Synod of the Church of England has come under condemnation from the Church of Nigeria, following its recent approval of the “Living in Love and Faith Liturgy”.   The Church of Nigeria, disapproving of the move, described it as a departure from Biblical teachings. The decision authorizes blessings […]
admin - July 30, 2024

Nigeria – Police Release Man Who Attempted Suicide

By Utebor Paul, Nigeria   The Nigerian Police Force (NPF) have reportedly released on bail condition, Mr. Shuaibu Yushau, who attempted committing on a broadcast mast.   Recall that Shuaibu had climbed the Aso radio broadcast mass in Katampe, Abuja, on July 8th to commit suicide but was rescued and arrested.   He was later […]
admin - July 30, 2024

Nigeria – Tonto Dikeh Urges Nigerian Youth To Abandon Planned Protest, Advocates For Peaceful Dialogue

By Utebor Paul, Nigeria Nollywood actress and politician, Tonto Dikeh, has advised Nigerian youths against participating in the planned protest scheduled for the 1st to 10th of August 2024, noting that it may not be the most effective method due to the risk of it being hijacked.   The actress made this known through her […]
admin - July 30, 2024

Nigeria – Stella Damascus’ Ex-Husband Welcomes Child With Third Wife

By Utebor Paul, Nigeria   Filmmaker Daniel Ademinokan, former husband to popular Nollywood actress, Stella Damascus, has welcomed a child with his third wife.   He announced this on his Instagram page while sharing a photo of a newborn child’s hand holding an adult’s hand, with the caption: “Hello World – T.J ADEMINOKAN.”   Ademinokan […]
admin - July 30, 2024

Nigeria – Max Air Boeing 737 Loses Six Tyres During Takeoff Attempt At Yola Airport, No Casualties Reported

By Utebor Paul, Nigeria   An aircraft, NGL1649, a Boeing 737 belonging to Max Airline, with registration number 5N-ADB, and carrying 119 passengers and six crew members, reportedly lost six of its tires while trying to take off from Yola Airport in Adamawa on Sunday evening.   It was reported that the aircraft had been […]
admin - July 30, 2024

Nigeria – DJ Cuppy Mourns the Loss of Grandmother, Abosede Atta

By Utebor Paul, Nigeria   Florence Ifeoluwa Otedola popularly known as Dj cuppy has announced the passing away of her maternal grandmother, Cecilia Abosede Atta.   Attah birthed her mother Nana Otedola, who celebrated her 90th birthday in November 2023.   Announcing the death via her X (formerly Twitter) handle on Tuesday, she noted that […]
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