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3 months ago Politics

Defence, Science Ministers partner on innovation, energy solutions for military facilities

By Kingsley Omonobi The Minister of Defence, Christopher Gwabin Musa, has met with the Minister of Innovation, Science and Technology, Kingsley Udeh, to explore collaboration aimed at addressing energy and technological needs within Nigeria’s defence sector. The meeting, held at Ship House in Abuja…

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Al Jazeera Africa Verified

3 months ago Politics

How corporations have collaborated with US military over the decades

The United States military on Wednesday confirmed the use of multiple artificial intelligence (AI) tools in the ongoing US-Israel war on Iran. However, the war in Iran is not the first time the US military has relied on tech companies. For decades, tech companies and universities have collaborated …

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Premium Times Verified

3 months ago Politics

OPay clarifies reports on alleged office closure by the Nigeria Revenue Service

Our attention has been drawn to recent reports circulating on online platforms and social media claiming that our offices in Lagos and Abuja were sealed by the Nigeria Revenue Service (NRS) over alleged non-compliance with Value Added Tax (VAT) and Company Income Tax under the Nigeria Tax Act 2025.…

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Al Jazeera Africa Verified

3 months ago Politics

Children among victims in Pakistan’s shelling in Afghanistan: Taliban

The Taliban government says four members of the same family, including two children, have been killed by Pakistani artillery and mortar fire in eastern Afghanistan. The deaths reported on Thursday bring the toll to seven people killed in Afghanistan since Tuesday in cross-border clashes, according …

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Premium Times Verified

3 months ago Politics

Justice delayed is justice denied: The unresolved FCE(T) Akoka crisis of 2024, By Naseer Kura

The Minister of Education must be able to answer the following questions in order for justice to be done: Does the Federal College of Education (Technical) deserve a substantive Provost? Did the Provost who was asked to ‘step aside’ misrule, mismanage funds, or run down the College while serving as…

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3 months ago Politics

Tambuwal resigns from PDP

The Senator representing Sokoto South Senatorial District, Aminu Tambuwal, has resigned his membership of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). This is contained in a letter written to the PDP Ward Chairperson of Tambuwal/Shinfiri Ward, Tambuwal Local Government Area of Sokoto State. In a copy of the…

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3 months ago Politics

Sub?Saharan African economies among world’s fastest?improving in global connectedness

- Global connectedness stood at 25 per cent in 2025, matching the record high first reached in 2022 - Namibia ranks among the top three countries globally for long?term increases in connectedness since 2001; Mozambique, Nigeria and Zambia record strong gains - The DHL Global Connectedness Report 20…

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3 months ago Politics

FG reveals efforts to safeguard economy from Middle East tension

The federal government has stated its efforts to coordinate fiscal, monetary, and energy policies to safeguard Nigeria’s economic stability from possible shocks arising from the escalating Middle East tensions involving the United States, Israel, and Iran. The government said that it is also review…

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BBC Africa Verified

3 months ago Politics

Senegal approves tougher anti-gay law as rights groups raise concerns

Senegal approves tougher anti-gay law as rights groups raise concerns Senegal's parliament has approved a new law doubling to 10 years the maximum prison term for sexual acts by same-sex couples and criminalising the "promotion" of homosexuality. A total of 135 MPs voted in favour, zero against and…

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3 months ago Politics

Ethiopia flood death toll in Gamo Zone rises above 60

Death toll from Ethiopia floods and landslides rises to more than 60 At least 64 people have been killed in floods and landslides triggered by heavy rains in the Gamo Zone of southern Ethiopia, local police inspector Abraham Buha says. Earlier in the week officials had put the death toll at more th…

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BBC Africa Verified

3 months 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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3 months 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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3 months 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

3 months 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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3 months 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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3 months 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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3 months 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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3 months 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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3 months 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

3 months, 1 week 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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