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WORLDAug 24Poco Lee to appear in London court September – Nigerians in UK leaderPopular Nigerian dancer, Iweh Odinaka, popularly known as Poco Lee, is currently being held on remand in the United Kingdom over an alleged assault offence. The post Poco Lee to appear in London court September – Nigerians in UK leader appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
CONFLICTAug 24Uganda Pledges 1,200 Troops as Burundi Eyes Gaza ForceUganda and Burundi have held talks in Israel about contributing troops to a proposed international security force for Gaza, as efforts to build the 20,000-strong mission gather pace. Uganda has approved about 1,200 personnel, while Burundi is still considering its participation.Africanews [en]
WORLDAug 24Nigeria joins 2 other countries in exclusive World Cup groupNigeria’s Falconets are set to achieve a remarkable feat at the 2026 FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup, becoming one of only three countries to have featured in every edition of the tournament since its inception. The post Nigeria joins 2 other countries in exclusive World Cup group appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
CONFLICTAug 24Maritime safety in East Africa, By The StrongholdAfter the recession in the 2010s, piracy is showing an alarming relapse. According to the UN, the number of such incidents has increased by 40% over the past year The post Maritime safety in East Africa, By The Stronghold appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.Premium Times
POLITICSAug 242027: Nigeria needs faithful leaders, not Muslim or Christian president — Idowu-FearonBy Ibrahim Hassan-Wuyo KADUNA — Former Secretary-General of the Anglican Communion Worldwide and founder of the Kaduna Centre for the Study of Christian-Muslim Relations, Bishop Josiah Idowu-Fearon, has urged Nigerians to look beyond religious identity when choosing political leaders in the 2027 general elections. Idowu-Fearon, who is also a former Chairman of the Kaduna State […] The post 2027: Nigeria needs faithful leaders, not Muslim or Christian president — Idowu-Fearon appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
WORLDAug 24US warns Nigerians over fake documents in visa applicationsThe United States Mission in Nigeria has warned visa applicants against submitting forged or misleading documents, saying such cases are escalated to relevant US government agencies when detected. The post US warns Nigerians over fake documents in visa applications appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
WORLDAug 24From cardboard to cosplay: Kenya’s anime fans turn creativity into cultureThousands of anime and manga fans gathered in Nairobi for one of Africa’s biggest cosplay conventions, transforming recycled materials, craft skills and imagination into elaborate costumes.Africanews [en]
WORLDAug 244 arrested as Kenya investigates 18 elephant deaths in AmboseliPolice have arrested four suspects in an investigation ⁠into the deaths ⁠of 18 elephants in Kenya’s Amboseli ⁠ecosystem, where authorities also seized assorted substances including chemicals, the tourism and wildlife ministry has said. A Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS) spokesperson told Reuters on Monday that the four had since been released on bail. Preliminary laboratory ‌results pointed to the probable involvement of a toxic substance, the ministry said in a statement released on Saturday, with...South China Morning Post
BUSINESSAug 24Nigerian Founder Benjamin Akindote Is Building Eego to Power Africa’s Next Generation of Online SellersNigerian tech founder Benjamin Akindote has just launched the future of e-Commerce and a creative hub for freelancers, event planners, entrepreneurs, and side hustlers in Nigeria and Africa at large. He believes that Nigeria does not lack creativity. It has a shortage of infrastructure that helps creativity become a sustainable business. The opportunity is already […] The post Nigerian Founder Benjamin Akindote Is Building Eego to Power Africa’s Next Generation of Online Sellers appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
WORLDAug 24South Africa: Four arrested over murder of boxing champion Zolani TeteFour suspects in the killing of former world champion boxer Zolani Tete were arrested, South African police said Monday.Africanews [en]
POLITICSAug 24Nigeria : Lagos Housing Crisis - Aac Candidate Rejects Hamzat Advice to Young WorkersAn AAC candidate in Nigeria has rejected advice given to young workers regarding the Lagos housing crisis. This reflects ongoing political discussion on social issues in the region.allafrica.com · Nigeria
WORLDAug 245 longest bridges in AfricaBridges are more than concrete and steel; and across Africa, they link cities, support trade, and carry millions of people every day. The post 5 longest bridges in Africa appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
BUSINESSAug 24Transferts d’argent : Sendwave et TapTapSend, le duel africain des « digital native »Surfant sur l’essor du mobile money, les fintechs Sendwave et TapTapSend ont bousculé les transferts d’argent des diasporas vers l’Afrique. Elles s’affrontent sur le continent, mettant en avant rapidité des transactions et frais réduits.Jeune Afrique
CONFLICTAug 24La République démocratique du Congo et les rebelles du M23 s'accordent sur une feuille de route pour les pourparlers de paixLes représentants se sont réunis en Suisse afin de définir les prochaines étapes visant à résoudre le conflit.BBC Afrique
HEALTHAug 24Attacks on health workers in DR Congo making Ebola fight 'harder,' Red Cross saysEuroNews [en]
SCI & TECHAug 24African nations ramp up their space programmes in a bid to reduce reliance on the WestEighteen African countries have now launched satellites, as the continent builds its own space sector and looks to cut reliance on foreign, Western powers.EuroNews [en]
WORLDAug 24INTERVIEW: How my role on UN panel on nuclear war effects can benefit Nigeria – Prof Rabia Sa’idRabia Sa’id, a professor of physics at Bayero University, Kano (BUK), was appointed last year by the United Nations Secretary-General to a 21-member scientific panel studying the physical effects and societal impacts of nuclear war. The post INTERVIEW: How my role on UN panel on nuclear war effects can benefit Nigeria – Prof Rabia Sa’id appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.Premium Times
BUSINESSAug 24South African rand holds near multi - month high as Iran sanctions loomThe South African rand is maintaining a strong position as impending sanctions against Iran are anticipated. This indicates potential shifts in global financial markets due to geopolitical developments.cnbcafrica.com · South Africa
WORLDAug 24Nigeria : In One Year , the united kingdom Medical Tribunal Sanctioned 16 Nigerian Doctors for Fraud , Rape , Theft , OthersA UK medical tribunal has sanctioned 16 Nigerian doctors for various offenses including fraud, rape, and theft over the past year. This report highlights issues of professional accountability and cross-border regulation.allafrica.com · Nigeria
WORLDAug 24Sudan - Extend the Fact - Finding Mission Mandate and Ensure Adequate Resources for Investigations and ReportingThere is a call to extend the mandate of a fact-finding mission in Sudan and ensure it has sufficient resources for investigations and reporting. This emphasizes the need for continued scrutiny of the situation in the country.allafrica.com · Nigeria
WORLDAug 24Prince Harry parts ways with controversial charity African ParksPrince Harry has reportedly ended his association with the controversial charity African Parks. This marks a change in his involvement with the organization.dailymail.com · United States
SCI & TECHAug 24South African sprint legend hails record - breaking robotA South African sprint legend has praised a robot for its record-breaking performance. This highlights an advancement in robotics and its recognition by figures from other fields.europe.chinadaily.com.cn · China
WORLDAug 24African players in Europe: Semi Ajayi, Mendy stun Man UnitedNigerian Semi Ajayi and Senegalese Nobel Mendy temporarily vacated defensive roles to score as promoted Hull City stunned Manchester United 2-0 in the Premier League opening round at the weekend. The post African players in Europe: Semi Ajayi, Mendy stun Man United appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
WORLDAug 24Four arrested over suspected poisoning of elephants in KenyaAn investigation is looking into whether the deaths were caused by pesticides sprayed on tomato crops.BBC World