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1 month, 1 week ago Politics

Why Namibia's 'green hydrogen' dream could be a red flag for penguins and succulents

Why Namibia's green energy dream could be a red flag for penguins A near pristine desert and coastal wilderness in Namibia could soon host a huge hydrogen production facility, raising hopes for jobs but also fears for the unique plant and animal life of the region, such as rare succulents and endan…

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1 month, 1 week ago Politics

South Africa: New US ambassador criticised over racial controversy

New US ambassador to South Africa summoned over 'undiplomatic remarks' The South African government has summoned the new US ambassador after he made what they called "undiplomatic" comments about an anti-apartheid chant. Leo Brent Bozell III, who started in the role last month, caused offence by di…

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1 month, 1 week ago Politics

UN aid worker Karine Buisset and two others killed in DR Congo’s M23-held Goma city

French aid worker among three killed in drone strikes in rebel-held DR Congo city A French national working for the UN in the Democratic Republic of Congo has been killed, the French president has said, following reports of drone strikes on the eastern city of Goma. Two other people were killed in …

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The Punch Verified

1 month, 1 week ago Politics

Wike pledges cooperation with FCT council chairmen

The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has promised to work hand-in-hand with the six newly elected Area Council chairmen, stressing that political differences will not obstruct development in the capital. The minister made the promise on Wednesday in Abuja when the council lea…

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1 month, 1 week ago Business

8 MT5 Features That Most Traders Have Never Touched but Could Completely Change Their Results

Most retail traders in Nigeria use MT5 like it is only a place to open and close trades. They check a chart, drop an indicator, place a position, and repeat the cycle. It works, but it is often slow, reactive, and full of guesswork because they never explore the tools that actually make the platfor…

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1 month, 1 week ago Politics

Lagos Assembly recommends relocating Makoko residents to Epe

The Lagos State House of Assembly has recommended that residents affected by the demolition of waterfront communities in Makoko, Oko-Agbon and Sogunro be relocated to the Agbowa area of Epe in Lagos State. PUNCH Online obtained a statement from the Assembly’s Public Affairs Directorate indicating t…

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1 month, 1 week ago Technology

Truck somersaults on Otedola Bridge, causes traffic gridlock

Commuters on the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway faced a morning of intense gridlock following a mechanical mishap involving a Mack truck at the Otedola Bridge on Wednesday. The incident, which began as a minor battery failure, escalated into a total road blockage when the vehicle overturned during a priva…

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1 month, 1 week ago Politics

Terrorists suffer heavier losses, troops intensifying operations — Defence Minister

The Minister of Defence, Gen. Christopher Musa, on Wednesday said terrorists and bandits operating across Nigeria have suffered heavier losses than government troops, saying that the Armed Forces are intensifying operations across various theatres. Speaking after a brief strategy meeting with servi…

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1 month, 1 week ago Politics

NBA president seeks stronger legal ties between Nigeria, Liberia

The President of the Nigerian Bar Association, Afam Osigwe, has called for deeper legal collaboration between Nigeria and Liberia, highlighting the role of legal professionals in strengthening justice systems across West Africa. In a statement shared via X on Wednesday, Osigwe delivered his message…

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1 month, 1 week ago Politics

Lagos begins first online pre-marital course for pastors, imams, counsellors

The Lagos State Government has launched a Religious Pre-Marital Counselling Online Course for pastors, imams and faith-based marriage counsellors to equip them with practical tools to guide couples toward healthier, violence-free marriages. The Lagos State Domestic and Sexual Violence Agency announ…

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1 month, 1 week ago Politics

PenCom targets one million informal women for pension

The National Pension Commission has launched an ambitious drive to enrol one million women into the Personal Pension Plan, aiming to extend financial security to Nigeria’s vast informal sector. The initiative was unveiled by PenCom Director-General, Ms Omolola Oloworaran, during an outreach campaig…

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Vanguard Verified

1 month, 3 weeks ago Politics

169 massacred in northern South Sudan

At least 169 people have been killed and buried in a mass grave in South Sudan, two local officials told AFP Monday, the latest incident as the country sees a dramatic increase in violence. The desperately poor country has seen a surge in violence throughout the nation, as forces loosely allied to …

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1 month, 3 weeks ago Sports

Set-piece football not a joy to watch, says Arne Slot

Liverpool’s Dutch manager Arne Slot By Enitan Abdultawab Arne Slot has admitted that the growing emphasis on set pieces in the Premier League is taking away the fun from games. The Liverpool manager spoke ahead of his side’s clash with Wolverhampton Wanderers, saying the increasing number of goals …

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1 month, 3 weeks ago Politics

Khamenei’s assassination will have ‘widespread’ consequences - Iran FM

This handout picture provided by the office of Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei shows him during an address in Tehran on February 17, 2026. (Photo by Handout / KHAMENEI.IR / AFP) / XGTY / === RESTRICTED TO EDITORIAL USE – MANDATORY CREDIT “AFP PHOTO / HO / KHAMENEI.IR” – NO MARKETING NO…

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Premium Times Verified

1 month, 3 weeks ago Business

Chief Judge of Federal High Court, Tsoho, reacts to CCB invitation

The Chief Judge of Federal High Court (FHC), Justice John Tsoho, says he is ready to appear before the Code of Conduct Bureau (CCB) for investigation over alleged failure to declare some bank accounts in his asset declaration form. Mr Tsoho, in a statement by the court’s Director of Information, Ca…

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1 month, 3 weeks ago Sports

Barca must 'make the impossible possible' - Coach Flick on Atletico cup challenge

Flick Barcelona coach Hansi Flick insisted Monday his team could turn around a 4-0 deficit in the Copa del Rey semi-final tie against Atletico Madrid. The Catalan giants host Diego Simeone’s side on Tuesday in the second leg after a heavy defeat by the Rojiblancos in February, needing a spectacular…

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1 month, 3 weeks ago Technology

Call me Evangelist Tonto, not King Tonto – Tonto Dikeh declares spiritual rebirth

By Enitan Abdultawab Nollywood actress and philanthropist Tonto Dikeh has announced a major personal and spiritual transformation, declaring that she no longer wishes to be addressed as “King Tonto Dikeh.” In a video shared on her Instagram page on Monday, the actress said the decision was made in …

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1 month, 3 weeks ago Politics

Fake registrations rock ADC portal, spark credibility storm ahead of 2027

By Luminous Jannamike ABUJA – Nigerians have reportedly been flooding the membership registration portal of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) with fake entries, raising fresh concerns about the credibility of the party’s digital membership drive. The development is putting the spotlight on whet…

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1 month, 3 weeks ago Technology

Iran will defend itself 'regardless of the costs': security chief Larijani

Iran’s security chief on Monday said the Islamic republic would defend itself no matter the costs, on the third day of war with the United States and Israel. “We will fiercely defend ourselves and our six thousand years old civilization regardless of the costs and will make the enemies sorry for th…

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Al Jazeera Africa Verified

1 month, 3 weeks ago Business

QatarEnergy, world’s largest LNG firm, halts production after Iran attacks

Qatar’s state-run energy firm says it has halted liquefied natural gas production after Iranian attacks, as Saudi Arabia announced it was temporarily shutting down some units of the Ras Tanura oil refinery located near the country’s eastern region after a fire broke out following a drone attack. “D…

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