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POLITICSAug 282027: Dickson calls for unity after meeting with Obi, Kwankwaso ahead of campaign launchBy Henry Umoru ABUJA- AHEAD of January 16, 2027 Presidential and National Assembly elections, the national leader of the Nigeria Democratic Congress, NDC, Senator Henry Seriake Dickson, has called on party members to unite and work as one indivisble body for the success of their candidates at all levels. The advise by the former Bayelsa […] The post 2027: Dickson calls for unity after meeting with Obi, Kwankwaso ahead of campaign launch appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
POLITICSAug 28INTERVIEW: COP17: Cross River lawmaker calls for stronger laws to protect Nigeria’s land, wildlifeA member of the Cross River State House of Assembly, Martins Archadu, says his participation at the ongoing 17th session of the UNCCD COP17 in Mongolia has exposed gaps in Nigeria’s environmental policies and shown how stronger legislation could improve land restoration, biodiversity conservation and environmental management. The post INTERVIEW: COP17: Cross River lawmaker calls for stronger laws to protect Nigeria’s land, wildlife appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.Premium Times
BUSINESSAug 28Agriculture: West Africa seeks to speed up the movement of seedsAhead of the Kigali forum, more than 200 agricultural sector stakeholders called for easier movement of seeds across West Africa.Africanews [en]
POLITICSAug 28Archbishop Asks Gov Otu To Sack Incompetent AppointeesAn Archbishop has urged Governor Otu to dismiss appointees deemed incompetent. This request indicates public pressure on the governor regarding the efficiency of his administration.leadership.ng · Nigeria
DISASTERAug 28COP17: Cross River woos investors, partners to tackle land degradationCross River State government delegates at the ongoing UNCCD COP17 in Mongolia say they are using the global conference to attract investors and development partners to help address the state’s worsening land degradation, erosion and flooding challenges. The post COP17: Cross River woos investors, partners to tackle land degradation appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.Premium Times
CONFLICTAug 28National dialogue in DRC: Félix Tshisekedi excludes M23 participation in the national dialogueEn RDC, Félix Tshisekedi a annoncé l’ouverture d’un dialogue national « d’une durée maximale de trois mois », en excluant les rebelles de l’AFC/M23. Une porte reste cependant entrouverte aux combattants qui renonceraient individuellement à la lutte armée.Jeune Afrique
CONFLICTAug 28OPHK troops kill over 20 Boko Haram terrorists, destroy camp in AdamawaBy Ndahi Marama, Maiduguri MAIDUGURI — Troops of the Joint Task Force North-East, Operation Hadin Kai (OPHK), in collaboration with the Office of the National Security Adviser (ONSA) Tactical Team, have killed more than 20 Boko Haram/ISWAP terrorists and destroyed their camp in Hong Local Government Area of Adamawa State. Several other terrorists reportedly escaped […] The post OPHK troops kill over 20 Boko Haram terrorists, destroy camp in Adamawa appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
POLITICSAug 28Miracle Centres: How Nigeria can break examination fraud chain'I couldn't register for NECO because I believed I would pass WAEC at credit level at once. I was disappointed twice. I can't go through that again” The post Miracle Centres: How Nigeria can break examination fraud chain appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
POLITICSAug 28Otti assures deceased pensioners’ families as Abia begins N60bn gratuity payments— Shops for new VC for ABSU By Steve Oko UMUAHIA — Governor Alex Otti of Abia State has assured the next-of-kin of deceased pensioners that his administration will pay benefits due to their late relatives as the state begins clearing more than N60 billion in outstanding gratuity liabilities. Otti gave the assurance on Thursday […] The post Otti assures deceased pensioners’ families as Abia begins N60bn gratuity payments appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
CONFLICTAug 28Truce in DR Congo offers US mining foothold while Chinese firms dominate outputA peace plan agreed between the Democratic Republic of Congo and the Rwanda-backed M23 movement last weekend could open the rebel-held Rubaya coltan deposit and other parts of mineral-rich eastern Congo to US investors. But observers say that even a lasting settlement would leave the United States far behind China, whose companies have spent decades building mining assets, relationships and supply chains across the country. The peace road map followed five days of talks and set out steps and...South China Morning Post
POLITICSAug 28NFF suspends elections, sacks league boards amid football reformsFor now, the interim leadership headed by Mr Ikpeme is expected to maintain the federation’s essential operations while the government and key figures in Nigerian football work on a roadmap for the proposed reforms The post NFF suspends elections, sacks league boards amid football reforms appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.Premium Times
BUSINESSAug 28Société Générale divestments in Africa: why the process is stallingEn Afrique de l’Ouest et Afrique centrale, les ventes de certaines filiales du groupe français tardent à se conclure. Au Bénin, au Cameroun et au Togo, le désengagement du groupe français tourne au ralenti, entre blocages réglementaires et appétits souverainistes.Jeune Afrique
POLITICSAug 28Zambian opposition leader Mundubile taken into custody on treason chargesThe Zambian opposition leader who was runner-up in this month's disputed presidential election was taken into custody Thursday over treason allegations, police said.Africanews [en]
BUSINESSAug 28Ghana World Bank Update Calls Recovery IncompleteA World Bank update on Ghana indicates that the nation's economic recovery remains incomplete. This suggests ongoing economic challenges for the country.riotimesonline.com · Brazil
POLITICSAug 28FG commences rehabilitation of 13 police training institutions - Blueprint Newspapers LimitedThe Federal Government has commenced the rehabilitation of 13 police training institutions. This action indicates an investment in law enforcement infrastructure.blueprint.ng · Nigeria
POLITICSAug 28Tinubu, Atiku, Obi, others: Big promises, bigger questions ahead of 2027From cheaper fuel and millions of jobs to free education, more electricity, stronger healthcare and safer communities, offers are getting bigger. The post Tinubu, Atiku, Obi, others: Big promises, bigger questions ahead of 2027 appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
POLITICSAug 28FG unveils five-year plan to curb alcohol-related harm…Policy targets drink-driving, underage access, illicit market…Nigeria loses over N428bn revenue yearly to illicit spirits, winesBy Chioma Obinna The Federal Government has launched a new five-year national alcohol policy aimed at reducing alcohol-related harm, tightening regulation and curbing the growing illicit alcohol market in Nigeria. The Nigeria Alcohol Policy and Multisectoral Implementation Plan 2026–2030, launched […] The post FG unveils five-year plan to curb alcohol-related harm appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
CONFLICTAug 28Joint troops neutralise over 21 Boko Haram, ISWAP terrorists in AdamawaBy Kingsley Omonobi ABUJA — Troops of Operation Hadin Kai, in collaboration with a Special Tactical Team from the Office of the National Security Adviser (ONSA), have neutralised more than 21 Boko Haram/ISWAP terrorists during a coordinated search-and-rescue operation in the Kopre Mountain area of Hong Local Government Area, Adamawa State. The troops also dismantled […] The post Joint troops neutralise over 21 Boko Haram, ISWAP terrorists in Adamawa appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
WORLDAug 28Oladipo was a gem, elevated journalism standards in Nigeria — AdamsBy Dapo Akinrefon LAGOS — The Aare Ona Kakanfo of Yorubaland, Iba Gani Adams, has described the late Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of Eagle Online, Dotun Oladipo, as a beacon of integrity, professionalism and dedication to journalism. Adams said Oladipo’s sudden death was a major loss to all who valued truthful and ethical […] The post Oladipo was a gem, elevated journalism standards in Nigeria — Adams appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
DISASTERAug 28Environmental degradation greatest problem facing Anambra — SoludoBy Vincent Ujumadu AWKA — Anambra State Governor, Prof. Chukwuma Soludo, has identified environmental degradation and flooding as the state’s number one existential threat, saying about 98 per cent of the problem is caused by human activities. Speaking during a media engagement to mark Anambra’s 35th anniversary, Soludo said more than 30 per cent of […] The post Environmental degradation greatest problem facing Anambra — Soludo appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
CONFLICTAug 28Opposition lawmakers ask Tinubu to deploy overwhelming force against terrorists, release El-RufaiThe lawmakers asked the federal government to consider drawing $5 billion from external reserves for an extraordinary national security intervention. The post Opposition lawmakers ask Tinubu to deploy overwhelming force against terrorists, release El-Rufai appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.Premium Times
POLITICSAug 282027 Peace Accord not uhuru for credible electoral process – CSOs, lawyers"Some will, some may not. People take agreements more seriously when there are consequences for breaking them." The post 2027 Peace Accord not uhuru for credible electoral process – CSOs, lawyers appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
POLITICSAug 28Eswatini receives two new Latin American citizens deported by the United StatesDos latinoamericanos deportados desde EE.UU. llegan a Esuatini, sumándose a más de treinta migrantes trasladados bajo un acuerdo bilateral.El pacto firmado en 2025 entre ambos gobiernos incluye un pago millonario a Esuatini, generando críticas de organizaciones pro derechos humanos.Clarín
POLITICSAug 28Between Oligui Nguema and the Bongo family, the ruthless hunt for assets and billionsDepuis le putsch d’août 2023 au Gabon, le conflit opposant Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema à une partie de la famille de son prédécesseur, Ali Bongo Ondimba, ne cesse de s’envenimer. L’enjeu : un patrimoine colossal, que les seconds espèrent sauver de la traque lancée par le premier.Jeune Afrique