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World Bank has emphasized that affordable and reliable electricity is crucial for Africa’s economic growth, job creation, and poverty reduction. Despite global progress over 150 years, about 600 million Africans lack access to power, with unreliable supply causing business disruptions and reducing employment by up to 14%. They explained Improved energy access can boost…
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Kenyan opposition leader Raila Odinga has died at age 80 during a health checkup in India. He reportedly collapsed while walking with family and a doctor at the Sreedhareeyam Ayurvedic Eye Hospital in Kerala and was declared dead after being rushed to a hospital. Born on January 7, 1945, Odinga spent much of his…
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Super Eagles has defeated Benin Republic 4-0 in their 2026 World Cup qualification match at the Godswill Akpabio Stadium. Victor Osimhen scored a hat-trick, and Frank Onyeka added a late goal, securing Nigeria’s victory. Despite the win, Nigeria did not qualify directly, as South Africa’s 3-0 win over Rwanda secured their qualification. Meanwhile, the match…
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In Madagascar, military leader Colonel Michael Randrianirina has announced that the armed forces are taking control of the country amid ongoing political crisis. This is coming after a parliamentary vote to impeach President Andry Rajoelina, who has reportedly fled the country. Randrianirina stated that the government structures are being dissolved to restore democracy, and outlined…
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Nigerian Senate has established a 12-member ad-hoc committee to advise on responding to international concerns about alleged persecution of Christians in Nigeria. This decision was made during a closed session following claims by the U.S. suggesting possible genocide targeting Christians. While the committee will prepare a position paper to guide Nigeria’s legislative stance and international…
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Team Super Eagles of Nigeria are under increasing pressure in their 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying campaign as South Africa has moved ahead in the group standings. South Africa’s Mbatha and Appollis scored in the fifth and 26th minutes respectively against Rwanda, boosting their position. The South Africa versus Rwanda match is being played simultaneously…
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Presidency has praised the International Monetary Funds IMF’s recent upward revision of Nigeria’s economic growth forecasts to 3.9% in 2025 and 4.2% in 2026, attributing this positive outlook to President Bola Tinubu’s bold reforms in fiscal management, energy, trade, and investment, as well as the competence of his economic team. The IMF’s update…
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Madagascar’s President Andry Rajoelina has dissolved the national assembly abruptly, amid escalating tensions with youth-led protesters and the military, who had forced him to flee the country. The move is aimed to block an upcoming opposition-led impeachment attempt and was announced after Rajoelina’s flight to France for safety. Recall Protesters, are demanding his…
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Federal Ministry of Education has announced that senior secondary school students in arts and humanities will no longer be required to present a credit in mathematics for university and polytechnic admissions, a change from previous requirements. Previously, students needed five credits, including mathematics and English, to gain admission. The revised guidelines aim to…
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Kun Khalifat has ended Enyimba’s seven-game unbeaten run with a hard-fought victory in the Oriental Derby played at the newly refurbished Dan Anyiam Stadium in Owerri yesterday. Stanley Eguma’s side came into the encounter brimming with confidence after securing three wins and four draws in their last seven matches. However, Kun Khalifat — who had…
