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admin - May 16, 2026

NIGERIA: 16 Dead In Kogi Road Accident

By Onoja Baba, Nigeria    Sixteen people were killed in a tragic road accident that occurred on the Lokoja-Okene highway in Kogi State on Friday morning.   The accident involved a Toyota Hiace bus with registration number BUU 17 ZD, travelling from Jos in Plateau State to Lagos with 22 passengers on board, 21 males, […]
admin - May 16, 2026

MALAWI: CHREA Pushes for Conjugal Rights for Prisoners in Malawi

By Smile Hamilton Malawi     The Centre for Human Rights Education and Advice (CHREA) has called on authorities in Malawi to consider introducing conjugal rights for prisoners, saying the move would help protect marriages and reduce social challenges affecting inmates’ families.   CHREA Executive Director, Victor Mhango, said prisoners should be allowed to meet […]
admin - May 16, 2026

MALAWI: Malawian Bus Involved in Fatal Crash on South Africa’s N1 Highway

By Smile Hamilton Malawi   A Malawian-registered bus travelling from Malawi to Johannesburg has been involved in a serious road accident on the N1 highway near the Witvlag turn-off outside Makhado in South Africa this evening.   The Limpopo Department of Transport has confirmed that fatalities have been reported, although the exact number of people […]
admin - May 16, 2026

KENYA: CS Ruku Puts Civil Servants on Notice Over Lateness and Poor Service Delivery

By Moses Punyuah, Nairobi    Geoffrey Ruku has expressed disappointment over poor attendance by public servants following an impromptu visit to regional government offices in Garissa.   The Public Service Cabinet Secretary said only police officers and one official at the regional commissioner’s office had reported to work on time, leaving members of the public […]
admin - May 16, 2026

NIGERIA: NECO to Begin Computer-Based Examinations in 2026 — FG

By Ameenat Hamzat, Lagos, Nigeria   The Federal Government has announced that the National Examinations Council (NECO) will commence computer-based examinations in 2026 as part of efforts to curb examination malpractice and modernise Nigeria’s assessment system.   The Minister of Education, Dr. Tunji Alausa, disclosed this during NECO’s 25th anniversary celebration held in Abuja.   […]
admin - May 16, 2026

NIGERIA: Ex-Power Minister Saleh Mamman Convicted For Money Laundering

By Onoja Baba, Nigeria      A Federal High Court in Abuja has convicted Saleh Mamman, former Minister of Power, on all 12 counts of money laundering brought against him by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission.   Justice James Omotosho, who presided over the trial on Thursday, held that the EFCC successfully proved the […]
admin - May 16, 2026

MALAWI: Mutharika Appoints New Members to Judicial Service Commission

  By Smile Hamilton Malawi   State President Peter Mutharika has appointed new members to the Judicial Service Commission with immediate effect.   Mutharika announced the appointments through a statement signed by the government’s Chief Secretary, Justin Saidi, issued today.   According to the statement, the President appointed the Chief Justice as Chairperson of the […]
admin - May 16, 2026

NIGERIA: FG Moves to Protect Academic Integrity, Bars Honorary Degree Holders From Using ‘Dr’ Title

By Ameenat Hamzat, Lagos, Nigeria   The Federal Government has approved a new policy prohibiting recipients of honorary degrees from using the “Dr” title, in a move aimed at restoring credibility to academic awards.   The decision, endorsed by the Federal Executive Council (FEC), introduces a regulatory framework to guide the conferment and use of […]
admin - May 16, 2026

KENYA: Government Blames Technical Hitch for Fuel Shortage

By Moses Punyuah, Nairobi    Energy CS Opiyo Wandayi has attributed the recent fuel shortages in Kenya to technical and administrative challenges within the supply chain.   The Energy Cabinet Secretary said the hitch temporarily limited uptake of petroleum products by some oil marketing companies, leading to shortages at several filling stations.   “Fuel restocking […]
admin - May 16, 2026

MALAWI: IIA Pushes for Stronger Audit Systems in Councils to Protect CDF Resources

  By Smile Hamilton Malawi   The Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) says it plans to engage the government to ensure that all district councils establish strong and effective internal audit systems aimed at protecting Constituency Development Fund (CDF) resources.   Vice President of the institution, Priscilla Guzani Nyirenda, made the remarks in an interview […]
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