Africa
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Over 1,000 migrants drowned in Mediterranean in 6 months – IOM
By Prudence Arobani More than 200 migrants have drowned in the Mediterranean from January to June, bringing the overall death…
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Amaechi says funding major challenge to transport infrastructure development in Africa
By Taiye Elebiyo-Edeni Minister of Transportation, Mr Rotimi Amaechi has said that funding was the major challenge facing development…
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President Buhari calls for repatriation of stolen assets without legal obstacles
President Muhammadu Buhari Sunday in Nouakchott, Mauritania called on nations where looted assets have been stashed to release them without…
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President Buhari welcomes Security Summit between ECOWAS and ECCAS
The proposal for a security summit between members of Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) and countries in Economic…
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ECOWAS leaders to tackle conflicts between farmers, herdsmen — Eyadema; Visits Buhari in Katsina
By Ismaila Chafe The Chairman of ECOWAS Authority and Togolese President, Faure Gnassingbe Eyadema has said that leaders of…
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ECOWAS committed to 60% access to electricity by 2020
By Temitope Ponle The Economic Community of West African States, ECOWAS, says it is committed to enhancing access to electricity…
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For the 8th Consecutive Year, Protea Hotels by Marriott named Coolest Hotel Brand in South Africa
The prestigious Generation Next Survey is an industry benchmark for brands in South Africa In an announcement highlighting the brand’s…
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President Buhari’s visit to Morocco: Six quick Takeaways – by Garba Shehu
FACT: The Federal Government’s programme of Disarmament, Demobilisation and Reintegration (DDR) of former agitators in the Niger Delta region of the…
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President Mnangagwa escapes unhurt after blast at rally
President Emmerson Mnangagwa of Zimbabwe escaped unhurt after an explosion rocked a stadium where he was addressing a political rally…
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Folorunso Alakija’s Foundation celebrates 10 years of providing succour for widows, orphans
Rose of Sharon (http://TheRoseOfSharonFoundation.org) who first opened their doors to widows and orphanages exactly a decade ago on the 23rd…
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$2,500 for grabs at maiden `Afriuture’ Painting Competition
By Taiye Baiyerohi and Oladapo Udom Mr Shogo Adaramati, Founder, Ramati Art Africa (RAF) on Saturday said that a $2, 500 star…
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157 including 9 pregnant women return from Libya
By Adekunle Williams/Solomon Asowata Another batch of 157 Nigerians, including nine pregnant women, on Friday voluntarily returned from Libya…
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2026 FIFA World Cup: Mixed reactions trail Morocco’s failed bid; 11 CAF members vote against them
By Victor Okoye/ Olawale Alabi Many, who had hoped that another African country would get the nod to host the…
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Dangote emerges as the most admired African brand
Dangote Group, from Nigeria has emerged as the most admired African brand, of African continent origin, by consumers ahead of…
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President Buhari arrives Abuja after his 2 day official visit to Morocco
By Ismaila Chafe President Muhammadu Buhari has returned to Abuja after two-day official visit to Morocco where he was received…
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Corporate Governance: Stock Exchange lauds Dangote Cement, calls for more partnership
Management of the Nigerian Stock Exchange (NSE) has lauded Dangote Cement for its adherence to best corporate governance practices even…
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Edelman Trust Barometer: 72% of Nigerians say trust for an organisation holds key for them
Trust and credibility survey among the Nigerians in the mainstream institutions of government, business, media and non-governmental organisations has revealed…
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We’ll support your efforts towards stability – President Buhari assures Sierra Leonean President
By Ismaila Chafe President Muhammadu Buhari has assured the new President of Sierra Leone, Mr Julius Maada Bio, of Nigeria’s…
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I want to be Africa’s biggest philanthropist – Dangote
By Isaac Ukpoju Africa’s richest man and Chairman of Dangote Group, Alhaji Aliko Dangote, has said that he would…
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We’re happy with peace, stability in the Gambia, President Buhari tells Envoy; Looks forward to better bilateral relations with Congo
President Muhammadu Buhari Thursday in Abuja said the successful transition in the Republic of The Gambia, and the ongoing peace…
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99% of vaccines used in Africa are imported – Scientist
By Perpetua Onuegbu Dr Patrick Tippoo, the Head of Department, Science and Innovation, the Biovac Institute, South Africa, says 99…
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Ghana denies reports of Ebola outbreak
The Ghana Health Service (GHS) on Monday refuted reports of an outbreak of the Ebola Virus Disease (EVD) in the…
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Killings in South Africa: Dabiri-Erewa calls for review of early warning signal
Hon. Abike Dabiri-Erewa, Senior Special Assistant to the President on Foreign Affairs and Diaspora has called for an urgent review…
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Osinbajo attends inauguration of Sierra Leone’s President Bio
Vice President Yemi Osinbajo on Saturday left Abuja to attend the inauguration of President Julius Bio in Freetown, Sierra Leone.…
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