Africa
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Despite headwinds, Zenith Bank’s profit after tax rises by 5% in Q1 2021
In a clear demonstration of its resilience, Zenith Bank Plc has announced its unaudited results for the first quarter ended…
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Somali security forces detain, assault journalists; raid media outlet
The Committee to Protect Journalists has expressed alarm at recent actions by Somali security forces who detained and beat journalists…
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Access Bank assures shareholders of higher dividend payment
By Itohan Abara-Laserian Lagos, April 30, 2021 Access Bank Plc has assured shareholders of sustained dividend payout and improved performance…
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President Buhari pledges better collaboration with Zambia
Nigeria and Zambia will deepen collaboration between the two countries, President Muhammadu Buhari has assured. The President, according to a…
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Buhari lauds Segun Ogunsanya’s appointment as CEO Airtel Africa
The elevation of the Managing Director/ Chief Executive Officer of Airtel Networks Limited, Mr Segun Ogunsanya, to MD/CEO of Airtel…
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Ambassador pledges to boost Nigeria – Zambia ties
The newly designated Nigerian High Commissioner to Zambia, Ambassador Nwanne Ominyi, has pledged to ensure an increase in, and more…
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Spanish journalists David Beriain and Roberto Fraile killed in Burkina Faso
New York, April 27, 2021 In response to news reports that Spanish journalists, David Beriain and Roberto Fraile, were killed…
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FG to collaborate with Sierra Leone on road safety – SGF
By Ibironke Ariyo Abuja, April 23, 2021 The Federal Government has pledged to collaborate with the Sierra Leone government in…
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AFCFTA: What we’re doing to boost non-oil exports – CBN Governor, Emefiele at Zenith Bank Webinar
Being remarks by the Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), Dr. Godwin Emefiele, at the Zenith Bank 2021…
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Angolan journalist Jorge Manuel arrested, detained for 5 days while reporting on evictions
New York, April 15, 2021 Angolan authorities must refrain from arresting members of the press covering public events, and should…
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Ecobank Transnational Incorporated appoints Akin Dada as Group Executive, Corporate & Investment Banking
LOME, Togo, April 12, 2021 Ecobank Transnational Incorporated (ETI), parent company of the Ecobank Group (www.Ecobank.com), is pleased to announce…
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Corruption is not in the African blood says US Professor of Sociology, Akil Khalfani
Professor of Sociology at Essex County College, New Jersey, United States of America (US), Dr. Akil Kokayi Khalfani, has dismissed…
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Police dismantles road blocks on Lagos-Badagry expressway
By Mateen Badru/Moses Omorogieva Lagos, April 10, 2021 The Commissioner of Police in Lagos State, CP Hakeem Odumosu, on Saturday…
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Buhari salutes Dangote on birthday, commends his exemplary efforts during pandemic
President Muhammadu Buhari has sent a message of congratulations to Alhaji Aliko Dangote on adding a year to his age,…
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Ibom Air to extend flight to Gambia – Gov. Emmanuel
Isaiah Eka Uyo, April 5, 2021 Gov. Udom Emmanuel of Akwa Ibom has said that Ibom Air, the State-owned Airline,…
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Confederation Cup: Enyimba impressive in comeback win over ES Setif
By Victor Okoye Abuja, April 4, 2021 Enyimba International Football Club of Aba on Sunday rallied back from a goal…
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Attack at U.S. Capitol: 2 officers injured in vehicle attack – Police
Washington, April 2, 2021 A motorist rammed a vehicle into two U.S. Capitol Police officers on Friday, injuring them in…
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Access Bank posts gross earnings of N764.7bn for 2020, extends African footprint — MD
By Chinyere Joel-Nwokeoma Lagos, April 2, 2021 Access Bank Plc has declared gross earnings of N764.7 billion for the financial…
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Afrobeat Artiste, Maskking establishes Record Label to promote Afro genre
The Afro-Renaissance artiste, Mr Prince Richards, on Monday said he has joined the list of trademark owners with GENG GENG…
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AFCON qualifier: Paul Onuachu late goal excites Football enthusiasts in Lagos
By Moses Omorogieva Lagos, March 27, 2021 Some football enthusiasts in Lagos have expressed their excitement for the lone goal…
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Why Lake Chad must be recharged, by President Buhari; Hosts President of Chad
About 30 million people are adversely affected by a shrunken Lake Chad, which is now just about ten per cent…
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New $1.3B fertilizer plant ready in months, President Buhari says
President Muhammadu Buhari Thursday in Abuja said a new basic chemicals platform worth $1.3b that will produce ammonia and fertilizers…
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AFCON qualifier: Sanwo-Olu charges Super Eagles to beat Benin, Lesotho
•Gives Atlanta 96 Gold Medalist, Pascal, three-bedroom apartment •We won’t disappoint Nigeria, Rohr, Musa assure Lagos State Governor, Mr. Babajide…
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Airtel to sponsor season 3 of The Voice Nigeria
By Funmilola Gboteku Lagos, March 25, 2021 Airtel Nigeria, a telecommunications company, on Thursday said it would be sponsoring the…
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Guinea journalist, Amadou Diouldé Diallo, detained in hospital over alleged insults to president
Dakar, March 24, 2021 Guinean authorities should immediately release journalist Amadou Diouldé Diallo and ensure that the press can work…
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