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admin - January 31, 2025

NIGERIA: EFCC To Review Complaints Over Public Auction Of Forfeited Vehicles

By Onoja Baba, Nigeria The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has acknowledged complaints from Nigerians regarding issues encountered during the recent public auction of forfeited vehicles. The announcement was made via a press statement signed by Dele Oyewale, Head of Media & Publicity, and released on Twitter […]

admin - January 31, 2025

NIGERIA: Trump’s HIV Aid Freeze Sparks Global Health Concerns – WHO

By Onoja Baba, Nigeria The World Health Organisation (WHO) has raised alarm over the potential health crisis that could arise following the suspension of Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) funding by the United States under the administration of President Donald Trump. The funding freeze, which directly affects low- and […]

admin - January 31, 2025

Kenya Receives Much-Needed Rain After Prolonged Dry Spell

By Lisbeth Micheni, Kenya After months of relentless dry weather that left many Kenyan households struggling with food shortages, several parts of the country have finally received rainfall this week. The rains, though scattered, have brought relief to communities that have been grappling with drought, […]

admin - January 31, 2025

KENYA: About 1,282 Kenyans Facing Deportation In United States Immigration Crackdown – ICE

By Lisbeth Micheni, Kenya The U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) has identified 1,282 Kenyans among 1.4 million undocumented individuals from 187 countries who are set for deportation. The operation, which ICE described as part of its routine enforcement, aims to expel those residing in the U.S. […]

admin - January 31, 2025

MALAWI: Government Cracks Down On Fertiliser And Animal Feed Price Hikes

By Smile Hamilton, Malawi The Ministry of Industry and Trade has ordered 11 companies to immediately stop their recent price hikes on fertiliser and animal feed, citing unfair trading practices. This move comes amid growing concerns over market instability, with rising costs putting additional pressure on farmers and consumers. […]

admin - January 31, 2025

MALAWI: World Bank Warns Malawi of Economic Challenges Ahead Of 2025 Elections

By Smile Hamilton, Malawi The World Bank has expressed concerns about Malawi’s economic stability, citing the country’s reliance on foreign aid and its tendency to overspend during election years. In a recent report, the bank warned that Malawi’s economic woes could worsen if the government fails to implement […]

admin - January 31, 2025

MALAWI: Hudson Mwakalinga, The Innovator Behind Assistive Technology for the Visually Impaired

By Smile Hamilton, Malawi Hudson Mwakalinga, a resident of Zomba, Malawi, has taken it upon himself to design assistive technology for individuals with visual impairments. His innovative solution aims to provide independence and mobility for those struggling with visual disabilities. Mwakalinga’s device, which utilizes artificial intelligence, provides users with […]

admin - January 31, 2025

Chaos At PDP BoT Meeting As Ude-Okoye Is Attacked, Forced Out

By Onoja Baba, Abuja Tensions erupted at the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) National Headquarters in Abuja on Tuesday as former National Youth Leader, Sunday Ude-Okoye, was physically attacked and ejected from the ongoing Board of Trustees (BoT) meeting. Ude-Okoye, who has been laying claim to the position of […]

admin - January 31, 2025

NIGERIA: Nigerian Police Arrest Over 1,000 Financial Crime Suspects, Recover $11.45M And ₦142.26B in 2024

By Ameenat Hamzat, Lagos, Nigeria The Nigerian Police Force has announced the arrest of over 1,000 suspects involved in various financial crimes across the country in separate operations across in 2024. The force also recovered $11.45 million and ₦142.26 billion in the process. In a statement […]

admin - January 31, 2025

UK Appoints British-Nigerian MP Eshalomi As Trade Envoy To Nigeria

By Onoja Baba, Nigeria With the aim of deepening economic ties between the United Kingdom and Nigeria, British-Nigerian politician Florence Eshalomi has been appointed as the UK’s Trade Envoy to Nigeria. Eshalomi, a Member of Parliament for Vauxhall and Camberwell Green, becomes the second Nigerian to hold the […]