June 24
Somalia: The Impact of the Rains in Somalia in the Last Six Years
Radio Dalsan
In Somalia, over the past six years, there has been minimal rainfall or consecutive cancellations of the rainy season. Occasionally, floods have occurred, primarily affecting… Read more »
Nigeria: Nigerian Govt Defends Approval of GMO Maize
Premium Times
She said the agency's attention had been drawn to concerns being raised by Nigerians following the approval and launch of TELA maize in the country. Read more »
Nigeria: Police Arrest Four Suspects in Murder of Retired Army General in Abuja
Premium Times
Uwem Udokwere, a retired brigadier general, was killed by armed robbers in his Abuja home on Saturday. Read more »
Nigeria: Abuja Farming Community Begs Wike for Access Road, Basic Amenities
Premium Times
They urged the minister and other relevant bodies to prevent them from being completely cut off from Abuja. Read more »
Nigeria: Nigeria's Electricity Customers Rose to 12.3 Million in Q1 2024 - NBS
Premium Times
On a year-on-year basis, the statistics office said customer numbers in Q1 2024 rose by 9.47 per cent from 11.27 million reported in Q1 2023 Read more »
Nigeria: Court Acquits Former Lagos Speaker, Aide of Money Laundering Charges
Premium Times
The trial of the former Lagos State Speaker Ikuforiji on money laundering charges has lasted over 12 years, journeying to and back from the Supreme Court within the period. Read more »
Nigeria: Prices of Tomatoes, Rice, Other Food Items Increased in May - NBS
Premium Times
In recent years, food prices have risen across Nigeria as farmers abandon their farms due to insecurity. Read more »
Ethiopia: Turkey to Mediate Brewing Tension Between Somalia and Ethiopia
Shabelle
In a bid to resolve the ongoing conflict between Somalia and Ethiopia, Turkey has stepped up as a mediator, aiming to bring the two countries to the negotiating table in Ankara on… Read more »
Tanzania: A Climate-Smart Focus in the Livestock Sector Can Help Tanzania Increase Production and Generate Jobs [press release]
World Bank
-Tanzania can significantly boost its livestock sector's economic contribution with a bold and comprehensive plan that emphasizes climate-smart strategies and innovations. A new… Read more »
Gambia: Govt Owns Over 600 Buildings
The Point
Matar Ceesay, permanent secretary at the Ministry of Transport, Works and Infrastructure, has informed that the government has over 600 buildings and facilities across the country. Read more »
Gambia: Police Investigate 'Mysterious Deaths' Allegedly Linked to 'Kush'
The Point
The Kotu Police are investigating the death of 26-year-old Aja Majula Hydara from Latrikunda German, following an incident at Dune Night Club in Palma Rima on Friday, June 21,… Read more »
Gambia: Health Ministry Reports Cases of Diarrhoea With Blood
The Point
The Ministry of Health has said that it has noted a recent increase in cases of diarrhea with blood in the country. Read more »
Gambia: New NAWEC MD Says Power Cuts Will End in 2 Years
The Point
Galo Saidy, the managing director of the National Water and Electricity Company (NAWEC), has expressed his vision for the institution, saying he wants it be one of the best… Read more »
Nigeria: NAFDAC Issues Alert On Falsified Injection for Infection
Premium Times
NAFDAC noted that detecting and removing the product from circulation is essential to prevent harm to patients Read more »
Nigeria: NAFDAC Alerts Public On Unregistered B-Gag Syrup
Vanguard
The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has notified Nigerians about the illegal production and sale of unregistered B-GAG mist pot CIT syrup. Read more »
South Africa: Glen Game Farm Worker Mauled to Death By a Lioness [press release]
SAPS
A game farm worker was mauled to death by a lioness while fixing the fence and installing a gate. Read more »
Nigeria: BRT Violation - 'Laide Bakare Lied - She Was Fined for Disobeying Traffic Law' - Police
Premium Times
"This is police brutality. This is a misuse of power. More than 15 men with guns attacked me and my underage daughter". Read more »
Africa: Two-Year Anniversary of the UN Secretary-General's Action Agenda On Internal Displacement
OCHA
Joint Statement by Principals of the UN Steering Group on Solutions to Internal Displacement: IOM, OCHA, UNDP, UNDPO, UNDPPA, UNICEF and UNHCR Read more »
Morocco: World Bank Approves U.S.$ 600 Million to Improve Public Service Performance
MAP
The World Bank's Board of Directors has approved US$600 million for Morocco, which will finance two projects to improve public service delivery, inclusiveness, and the performance… Read more »
Nigeria: 'I Don't Regret Going Into Politics, I'll Do It Again' - Funke Akindele
Premium Times
The PDP governorship candidate in Lagos, Olajide Adediran, aka Jandor, picked Ms Akindele as his running mate in the 2023 general election. Read more »
Nigeria: Kidnapped Ex-Shell Worker Rescued By Police
Premium Times
The kidnappers had demanded N50 million ransom, according to the police. Read more »
Nigeria: How $500m 'Nigeria for Women Project' Will Boost Fish Export - Minister
Premium Times
The 'Nigeria for Women Project' project is designed to help ensure better economic opportunities for women, essential for addressing gender inequality. Read more »
Egypt: Fouad - Speeding Up Implementation of 100 Million Trees Initiative
Egypt Online
Minister of Environment Yasmine Fouad Monday asserted keenness on finding effective ways to avoid cutting down trees and accelerating the implementation of the "100 Million Trees"… Read more »
Nigeria: Energy Transition Must Not Compromise Economic Needs - Tinubu
Leadership
President Bola Tinubu said Nigeria remains committed to a balanced approach to energy transition and still requires substantial investments in the oil and gas sector to meet the… Read more »
Nigeria: We Won't Slow Down Until Nigeria Is Completely Secure - Tinubu
Leadership
President Bola Tinubu has declared that his administration will not rest on its oars until banditry, terrorism and other forms of insecurity were completely eliminated from the… Read more »