June 23
Sudan: TSC Member General Ibrahim Jabir Arrives in Gal'a Al-Nahl Locality in Gedaref State
SNA
Member of the Transitional Sovereignty Council (TSC) and Assistant Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces, General Marine Engineer Ibrahim Jabir, arrived on Sunday in Gala' al-Nahl… Read more »
Sudan: Health Ministry Condemns RSF Militia's Bombing of Specialized Hospital for Obstetrics and Gynecology in El-Fashir
SNA
Federal Ministry of Health condemns the continued targeting by the terrorist rebel Rapid Support Forces (RSF) militias of citizens, institutions and health personnel, pointing out… Read more »
South Africa: Snubbing in Diplomatic Practice - Pbat and Nigeria-South African Relations
This Day
Diplomacy is either taken as an art or science. More often than not, it is addressed as science. University education in Nigeria underscores diplomacy as a science and therefore,… Read more »
West Africa: Still in Pursuit of Judicial Reforms in Nigeria
This Day
Lawyers and other critical stakeholders gathered recently in the ancient city of Kano and the Federal Capital Territory as part of the efforts to fashion out reforms to make the… Read more »
Nigeria: Chinese Investor Seizes Nigerian Govt Properties in UK
Leadership
Two Nigerian properties located in the United Kingdom are on the verge of being taken over by a Chinese investor following an order granting the investor the right to enforce a $70… Read more »
Nigeria: Multi-Purpose Nin Cards Ready for Collection in July
Leadership
The National Identity Management Commission (NIMC) has assured Nigerians that the upgraded multipurpose National Identification Number (NIN) cards would be ready for collection… Read more »
Nigeria: We'll Arrest, Prosecute Robbers Who Terrorised Our Students - Western Delta Varsity
Vanguard
The Vice-Chancellor of Western Delta University, WDU, Prof. Augustine Ikelegbe has assured parents and students of the institution of safety following a robbery incident that… Read more »
Nigeria: 2024 Hajj - Another Nigerian Governor Criticises NAHCON's Operations, Vows to Lead Campaign to Scrap Commission
Premium Times
Governor Umar Bago of Niger State says NAHCON should act as a regulator rather than managing the entire Hajj. Read more »
Kenya: AG Justin Muturi's Son Reported Missing Amid Suspected Abduction in Lavington
Capital FM
Attorney General Justin Muturi's son, Leslie Muturi, has been reported missing amid suspicions of either kidnapping or arrest by police in Nairobi's Lavington area. Read more »
Gambia: Uncovered, Unfinished Gutters Pose Dangers to Residents, Road Users
Foroyaa
Residents of the Greater Banjul Area and the West Coast Region (WCR) have expressed their dissatisfaction with the unfinished roads and uncovered tunnels (gutters), saying the… Read more »
Nigeria: Tinubu Orders Sanction On Civil Servants Drawing Salaries After Relocating Abroad
This Day
President Bola Tinubu has criticized civil servants who were still receiving salaries having relocated abroad without formally resigning. He delivered the rebuke Saturday night at… Read more »
Liberia: AfDB Fund Approves $10 Million for Liberia
New Dawn
The proposed project is anchored on government priorities to improve food security and strengthen livelihood, agricultural transformation, and economic prosperity. Read more »
Nigeria: No Arrest Made Over Killing of Inspector By Naval Officers in Lagos - Police
Vanguard
The Lagos State Police Command, through its Public Relations Officer, SP Benjamin Hundeyin, has confirmed that no arrest has been made over the alleged killing of a… Read more »
Nigeria: $600m Palm Oil Import - NANS Wants Govt to Revive Moribund Plantations
Vanguard
The National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS) has called on the President Bola Ahmed Tinubu-led administration to return Nigeria to the glory of one of the highest producers… Read more »
Nigeria: Alake Presents Gold Bars to Tinubu, Says Solid Minerals Sector Will Boost Foreign Reserves, Naira
This Day
Minister of Solid Minerals Development, Dr. Dele Alake, has presented to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu the latest gold bars sourced from artisanal and small gold miners and refined… Read more »
Nigeria: Cholera Outbreak - Be More Vigilant, Imbibe Good Sanitation, Govt Urges Nigerians
This Day
The Federal Government has called on all Nigerians to be more vigilant, imbibe good sanitation and hygiene practices at home and in their workplace and take preventive measures to… Read more »
Rwanda: Who Is Janvier Nsengiyumva, the Sole Independent Parliamentary Candidate?
New Times
Computer engineer and robot developer Janvier Nsengiyumva, 35, is contesting for a parliamentary seat as the only independent candidate, after 26 others fell short of the… Read more »
Nigeria: Two Brothers Killed in Niger Boat Accident
Premium Times
The brothers were fishermen fishing on the River Niger when their boat capsised due to heavy rainfall and windstorm Read more »
Nigeria: Nigerian Minister Presents Gold Bar to Tinubu, Says Transaction Will Boost Foreign Reserves
Premium Times
Mr Alake explained that the programme, which aims to increase the country's reserves and boost the value of the naira, is making significant progress Read more »
Malawi: New MEC Chairperson and Two Commissioners Sworn in - Malawi Electoral Commission [press release]
MEC Malawi
On Friday, 21 June 2024, Chief Justice Rizine Mzikamanda SC presided over the swearing-in of the new Malawi Electoral Commission (MEC) Chairperson, Justice Annabel Mtalimanja,… Read more »
Nigeria: Dangote Refinery Accuses IOCs of Plotting to Cripple Its Operations
Vanguard
...Indicts NMDPRA over importation of dirty diesel, jet fuel Read more »
Nigeria: Borehole Project - Tinubu Deserves Commendation for Emulating Me - Peter Obi
Vanguard
The presidential candidate of the Labour Party (LP), in the 2024 general elections, Peter Obi, has said President Bola Tinubu deserves commendation for heeding his call on wealthy… Read more »
Nigeria: Dangote Refinery Accuses International Oil Companies, NMDPRA, of Sabotage
Premium Times
Dangote says IOCs are plotting plotting against its refinery while NMDPRA is granting licences for importation of dirty fuel Read more »
Nigeria: Nigeria Govt to Curb Begging, Extortion At Airports Soon - Keyamo
Premium Times
The minister said he is working with other agencies to address activities of begging and extortion across airports in the country Read more »
Nigeria: Labour Unions Want IGP to Withdraw Police From Council Secretariats in Rivers
Premium Times
The police took over the 23 council secretariats in the state after a deadly clash between supporters of Governor Siminalayi Fubara and his predecessor, Nyesom Wike. Read more »