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Algerian Embassy Hosts 70th Anniversary of Glorious Revolution, National Day
The Algerian Embassy in Nigeria has marked a significant milestone on November 5th, celebrating the 70th anniversary of the Glorious Revolution of November 1st, 1954, alongside Algeria’s 70th National Day.
The reception, held in Abuja,…
Mpox: Nine most affected African countries to receive vaccines
The countries to benefit from the vaccine allocation include Central African Republic, Cote d’Ivoire, the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Kenya, Liberia, Nigeria, Rwanda, South Africa and Uganda.
The Democratic Republic of Congo…
African leaders congratulate Donald Trump over U.S. election victory
A series of African leaders have congratulated Donald Trump on winning the U.S. presidential election.
They include the President of Guinea Bissau, Umaro Sissoco Embalo, who said he was looking forward to bolstering ties between the two…
South Africa closes main border with Mozambique amid protests
South Africa has temporarily shut its main border crossing with Mozambique, after reports of vehicles being set alight on the Mozambican side.
It comes as deadly protests have rocked Mozambique, as opposition supporters take to the streets…
South African President meets Prince William
Prince William visited the South African president, following a stroll with conservationists and rangers at Table Mountain National Park.
In a statement, the south African presidency described William's trip to the country as "indicative…
NANS Appeal for Appointment of Rector for Federal Polytechnic Oko
The National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS) Zone F South East Chapter has commended President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for his unwavering support of the Nigerian student community, citing recent initiatives such as the approval of CNG…
INEC Conducts Mock Accreditation Ahead Ondo Guber Polls
The Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission, (INEC), has conducted mock accreditation of voters using the BVAS machine to test the state’s readiness for the 16 November governorship off-cycle election, being the last for…
Anambra State Government Receives Food Aid for Flood Victims
The Anambra State Government Flood Management Team, led by Deputy Governor Dr. Onyekachukwu Ibezim, has recently taken delivery of food items donated by the Bank of Industry to aid flood-displaced persons in the state.
Accompanied by…
Nigeria beats Cameroon 44-33, reaches IHF Trophy final.
Nigeria's men's handball team has advanced to the final of the IHF Trophy Africa continental phase after defeating Cameroon 44-33 in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. Led by coach Emeka Nnamani, the defending champions overcame Cameroon's strong…
Killers Of Ugandan Olympian Sentenced To 35 Years
A court in Kenyan has sentenced two men to 35 years each for the murder of Ugandan athlete Benjamin Kiplagat at the end of last year.
The Olympic steeplechaser was stabbed to death on New Year’s Eve in the town of Eldoret,…