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admin - March 18, 2026

NIGERIA: IGP Disu Presents ₦2.4 Billion In Cheques To Families Of Fallen Police Officers

By Onoja Baba, Nigeria      The Inspector-General of Police, IGP Olatunji Rilwan Disu, today handed over cheques totaling ₦2,435,421,584.11 to 1,075 beneficiaries and next-of-kin of deceased police officers at a solemn ceremony held at the Force Headquarters in Abuja.   The disbursements, drawn from the Group Life Assurance and IGP Family Welfare Schemes, cover […]
admin - March 18, 2026

From Gombe To The World: Nigerian Female Researcher Secures AREF Fellowship To Advance Genomics

… ‘I’m Ready To Turn Gombe Into Hub For Computational Life Sciences’ – Bobbo By Munyal Manunyi   In a major academic breakthrough, a Northern Nigerian female researcher, Khadijat Abubakar Bobbo, has been selected for the prestigious Academic Research Enablement Framework (AREF), positioning her work on the global scientific stage.   Bobbo, a PhD holder […]
admin - March 18, 2026

South Sudan, South Africa Strengthen Bilateral Ties in Pretoria Talks

By Debora Akur Chol, South Sudan    Officials from South Sudan and South Africa met in Pretoria to reinforce diplomatic relations and discuss key regional priorities, according to statements released by both governments.   Representing South Sudan, Minister of Presidential Affairs Africano Mande Gedima held talks with South Africa’s Minister of International Relations and Cooperation […]
admin - March 17, 2026

NIGERIA: Troops Of Operation Hadin Kai Repel Coordinated ISWAP Attacks In Borno, Inflict Heavy Casualties On Terrorists

By Onoja Baba, Nigeria      Troops of the Joint Task Force (North East) Operation HADIN KAI (OPHK) have successfully thwarted a series of coordinated attacks by Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP) fighters on military positions in Njimtilo, Baga, Buratai, and Damboa, Borno State, inflicting significant casualties on the insurgents.   The attacks, launched […]
admin - March 17, 2026

Kenya Unveils Financing Facility to Boost Digital Startups and MSMEs

By Moses Punyuah, Nairobi    The government has launched a new financing mechanism aimed at unlocking capital for local digital platforms and small businesses, in a move to accelerate Kenya’s digital economy.   Speaking during the signing ceremony, ICT Principal Secretary John Tanui said the initiative aligns with the government’s development agenda and will expand […]
admin - March 17, 2026

MALAWI: RBM Introduces New 50 and 20 Kwacha Coins

By Smile Hamilton   The Reserve Bank of Malawi (RBM) has announced the introduction of new 50 and 20 Kwacha coins, set to enter circulation on April 24, 2026, as part of efforts to improve the efficiency and durability of Malawi’s currency.   Speaking during a press briefing in Lilongwe, RBM Governor George Partridge said […]
admin - March 17, 2026

South Sudan: Stakeholders Launch Policy Brief On Inclusive Elections

By Debora Akur Chol, South Sudan    Stakeholders in South Sudan have launched a policy brief aimed at promoting inclusive elections, with calls for greater participation of women, youth, persons with disabilities, and other marginalized groups in the electoral process.   The brief was launched in Juba on Friday and outlines recommendations intended to support […]
admin - March 17, 2026

NIGERIA: President Tinubu Departs For Historic State Visit To United Kingdom Tuesday

By Onoja Baba, Nigeria      President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, accompanied by First Lady Senator Oluremi Tinubu, will depart Abuja on Tuesday, for a landmark State Visit to the United Kingdom as guests of Their Majesties King Charles III and Queen Camilla.   The visit, marking the first by a Nigerian leader in 37 years […]
admin - March 16, 2026

NIGERIA: President Tinubu Swears In Taiwo Oyedele As Minister Of State For Finance

By Onoja Baba, Nigeria      President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has sworn in Taiwo Oyedele as the new Minister of State for Finance at a brief ceremony held in the President’s office at the Aso Rock Presidential Villa, Abuja, on Monday afternoon.   The oath of office was administered around 2:30 pm, with Oyedele accompanied […]
admin - March 16, 2026

Kenya Secures Duty-Free Access to Chinese Market

By Moses Punyuah, Nairobi    Kenya will begin exporting agricultural products to China duty-free from May 1, 2026, in a move expected to boost opportunities for farmers and exporters.   Agriculture Cabinet Secretary Mutahi Kagwe said the development follows agreements reached during President William Ruto’s state visit to China.   “This opens a major opportunity […]
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