Africa
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Ecobank Transnational Incorporated announces Patrick Akinwuntan as Managing Director & Regional Executive – designate of Ecobank Nigeria
The Board of Directors of Ecobank Transnational Incorporated (ETI) (www.Ecobank.com) has announced the appointment of Patrick Akinwuntan as the Managing Director & Regional Executive –…
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Nigerians in South Africa laud President Ramaphosa’s visit to Buhari
By Desmond Ejibas The Nigerian Union in South Africa has lauded President Cyril Ramaphosa of South Africa on his…
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No deliberate killing of Nigerians in South Africa — Ramaphosa
By Donald Ugwu President Cyril Ramaphosa of South Africa on Wednesday declared that the killing of Nigerians and other foreign…
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Son of former South African president Zuma briefly detained
Duduzane Zuma, the son of scandal-plagued former South African president Jacob Zuma, was briefly detained at Johannesburg’s main airport on…
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Cameroon’s bus crash claims 30 lives
Thirty people died when a bus skidded off the road into a ditch in Cameroon’s centre region, authorities said on…
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Pinnick clinches CAF 1st Vice President appointment
By Olanrewaju Akojede The embattled President of Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) Amaju Pinnick has been appointed the 1st Vice President…
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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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