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2 months, 2 weeks ago Technology

Lebanese family launches mobile aid initiative for displaced

Lebanese family launches mobile aid initiative for displaced A Lebanese family in Beirut has launched a mobile aid initiative to support people displaced by the ongoing conflict. Published On 29 Mar 2026 Lebanese family launches mobile aid initiative for displaced A Lebanese family in Beirut has la…

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2 months, 2 weeks ago Business

NDLEA intercepts large consignment of cocaine at Lagos airport

The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has intercepted a large consignment of cocaine at the Murtala Muhammed International Airport (MMIA) Strategic Command, Lagos. A statement by the NDLEA Spokesman, Femi Babafemi, on Sunday in Abuja said that the consignment was concealed in heads of im…

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2 months, 2 weeks ago Politics

Mbah, Otti congratulate Tinubu at 74

Governor Peter Mbah of Enugu State and his Abia State counterpart, Alex Otti, have felicitated with President Bola Tinubu on his 74th birthday anniversary. In a statement on Saturday by his media aide, Uche Anichukwu, Mr Mbah said Mr Tinubu’s life reflected enduring dedication to Nigeria’s developm…

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2 months, 2 weeks ago Politics

ASUU raises concerns over non-implementation of newly signed agreement

Three months after the newly signed agreement took effect, the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) said the Nigerian government had failed to fulfil several components of the pact, which was expected to bring an end to the persistent dispute and industrial actions by university staff. Both …

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2 months, 2 weeks ago Sports

CAF appoints Nigeria's Samson Adamu as Acting Secretary General

The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has appointed Nigerian football administrator Samson Adamu as its Acting Secretary General, marking a historic milestone for Nigeria within the continent’s football leadership structure. Mr Adamu’s appointment, confirmed on Sunday, makes him the first Nig…

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2 months, 2 weeks ago Politics

BBN star Angel Smith marries female partner Tumininu in US

Former Big Brother Naija housemate, Angel Smith, popularly known as Angel, has tied the knot with her female partner, Tumininu, in a private ceremony held in the United States. The reality TV star and writer confirmed the development on Saturday, when she shared photos and videos from their wedding…

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Al Jazeera Africa Verified

2 months, 2 weeks ago Technology

ICC states should not ignore judicial experts’ conclusions in Khan’s case

One week ago, several outlets reported on a consequential development in the disciplinary case regarding the alleged sexual misconduct by the International Criminal Court (ICC) prosecutor, Karim Khan. In a confidential report addressed to the Bureau of the Assembly of States Parties (ASP), the judi…

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2 months, 2 weeks ago Politics

El-Rufai’s mother’s remains arrive Abuja for burial

The remains of Hajiya Umma El-Rufai, mother of detained former Kaduna State Governor Nasir El-Rufai, have arrived in Abuja for burial, following her death in Cairo, Egypt, on Friday, March 27, after a brief illness. Mohammed Bello El-Rufai, the deceased’s grandson and member representing Kaduna Nor…

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2 months, 2 weeks ago Technology

Nigerians facing global stigma - Adelakun, Nation of Justice founder

*Demands judicial reform …Unveils scholarship, empowerment schemes By Okhumeode Momodu At a time when many Nigerians grapple with economic strain at home and suspicion abroad, the founder of Nation of Justice (NOJ), Jyde Adelakun, has drawn attention to what he describes as a persistent pattern of …

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Al Jazeera Africa Verified

2 months, 2 weeks ago Politics

The US-Israeli war on humanity

We are witnessing a war on humanity. This might sound hyperbolic to some, but it should not. What is unfolding across the globe is not a series of isolated events or crises. It is a coordinated assault waged through brute force against the international systems that sustain humanity. The goal is a …

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2 months, 2 weeks ago Politics

Pakistan hosts four-nation bid to encourage US, Iran towards diplomacy

Islamabad, Pakistan – The US-Israel war on Iran has not paused. The strikes have not stopped from either side. However, diplomacy is now moving at a pace not seen since the conflict that affected Iran’s neighbours and rattled the world economy for a month. Two-day consultations of foreign ministers…

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2 months, 2 weeks ago Politics

‘We will see a new government in Venezuela, in Cuba and in Iran’

'We will see a new government in Venezuela, in Cuba and in Iran’ Senator Ted Cruz says US President Donald Trump’s approach could lead to government changes in Venezuela, Cuba and Iran. Published On 29 Mar 2026 'We will see a new government in Venezuela, in Cuba and in Iran’ Senator Ted Cruz says U…

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2 months, 2 weeks ago Politics

Olympic gender test ‘a disrespect for women’, South Africa’s Semenya says

South African sprinter Caster Semenya, a two-time Olympic 800-metres champion, says the International Olympic Committee’s (IOC’s) reinstatement of gender verification tests for the 2028 Los Angeles Games is “a disrespect for women”. The hyperandrogenic athlete on Sunday also expressed her disappoin…

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BBC Africa Verified

2 months, 2 weeks ago Business

Kenya's queen ants worth $220 each fuel booming global wildlife black market

One ant for $220: The new frontier of wildlife trafficking The ants are flying in Kenya at the moment. During this rainy season, swarms can be seen leaving the thousands of anthills in and around Gilgil, a quiet agricultural town in Kenya's Rift Valley that has emerged as the centre of a booming il…

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2 months, 2 weeks ago Politics

Shops and restaurants in Egypt told to close early as energy

Shops and restaurants in Egypt told to close early as energy crisis deepens Shops, restaurants and cafes in Egypt have been told to close early as part of a raft of temporary measures to combat soaring energy prices caused by the Iran war. Retail and dining premises will have to close by 21:00 (19:…

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2 months, 2 weeks ago Politics

Senegal parade Afcon trophy before Peru friendly despite being stripped of title by Caf

- Published Senegal paraded the Africa Cup of Nations trophy before Saturday's friendly match against Peru at Stade de France - despite being stripped of the title earlier this month. Morocco were declared the winners of the 2025 Afcon tournament when the Confederation of African Football (Caf) ove…

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Al Jazeera English Verified

2 months, 2 weeks ago Politics

Diop debut for Morocco adds latest twist in Senegal post-AFCON dispute

Amid the controversy over Senegal being stripped of the Africa Cup of Nations title and Morocco being declared winners, the international debut of Issa Diop proved something of an irony as well as a public relations coup. The Fulham defender was born in France and played for the country at the Unde…

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BBC Africa Verified

2 months, 2 weeks ago Politics

Slavery reparations: What does the UN vote mean?

'The gravest crime against humanity': What does the UN vote on slavery mean? The United Nations General Assembly this week overwhelmingly backed a resolution declaring the transatlantic slave trade "the gravest crime against humanity". Welcoming the vote, UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres said …

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2 months, 2 weeks ago Politics

How Zimbabwe, South Sudan, Kenya, Nigeria and South Africa are coping with fuel fears over Iran war

Rationing power and diluting petrol - how African countries are coping with effects of Iran war Countries across Africa have taken measures such as diluting petrol and restricting electricity consumption to cope with the fuel crisis triggered by the US and Israel's war in Iran. South Sudan has star…

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2 months, 2 weeks ago Politics

South Africa's President Cyril Ramaphosa downplays reports of French G7 snub amid US pressure claims

South Africa's exclusion from G7 summit no surprise, says Ramaphosa South African President Cyril Ramaphosa has downplayed reports that his invitation to the forthcoming G7 summit in France has been withdrawn, saying non-attendance by a country outside the bloc should surprise no-one. Reports on Th…

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