Nigeria | 15 seconds ago . Disowns ?official? auctioneers for the sale Emmanuel Addeh in Abuja The federal government has warned the public against falling for the antics of fraudsters with regard to the 753 housing units seized by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) and forfeited to the federal government. The government also denied appointing a company, which identified itself as Pink Synergy Global Company Limited, as official...

Nigeria | 29 seconds ago . Says it?s unfair to compare Nigeria?s trajectory with Rwanda, Singapore James Emejo in Abuja The Minister of Budget and Economic Planning, Senator Abubakar Atiku Bagudu, has stated that President Bola Tinubu?s administration does not indulge in trading blame but rather remains open to ideas and recommendations aimed at delivering good governance. Bagudu, a former governor of Kebbi State, argued that it would be unfair to compare Nigeria?s trajectory with Rwanda or Singapore, given its unique democratic structure and free-market system. The minister spoke yesterday in Abuja during the graduation of the 22nd cohort of the Centre for Leadership Strategy and...

Nigeria | 32 seconds ago George Okoh in Makurdi Catholic Priests in Benue State have expressed outrage over the recent destruction and desecration of St. Paul?s Parish, Aye-Twar (Agu Centre) in Katsina-Ala Local Government Area (LGA) of the state and the occupation of 26 other outstations by armed herdsmen. They noted that the incident did not only represent an attack on the church and the Diocese of Katsina-Ala in particular, ?but a direct assault on government at all levels, the security operatives, the traditional institutions and indeed all stakeholders.? The Chairman of the Nigerian Catholic Diocesan Priests? Association (NCDPA), Katsina-Ala Diocese, Rev. Fr. Samuel Fila, in a statement...

Nigeria | 43 seconds ago Wale Igbintade A pressure group, the Eastern Union (EU), has advised former President Goodluck Jonathan not to run for the presidency during the 2027 general election. EU, a pressure group championing the political realignment of the Old Eastern Region, said Jonathan had no chance to...

Business | 25 seconds ago All efforts to end hunger in Nigeria will be in vain if insurgent attacks continue to drive farmers from their fields and choke the nation?s food supply at its roots, writes Festus Akanbi F rom whatever angle one examines the current situation in Nigeria?s food market, the situation is pathetic. It is as if Nigeria?s food baskets are sitting on a wobbly table, one leg eaten away by insecurity, another weakened by the unpredictable weather. In the markets today, food prices are galloping like wild horses. Rice has leapt to about N91,500 for a 50kg bag, beans now gulp over N87,000 for the same measure, and a small basket of tomatoes that once sold for N8,000 can...

Nigeria | 27 minutes ago The presidential candidate of the Social Democratic Party (SDP) in the 2023 general election, Prince Adewole Adebayo, has berated the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) for failing or refusing to wield the big stick against the All Progressives Congress (APC) that continually flouts the electoral law regarding electoral campaign. He expressed displeasure at the development Saturday when he appeared on Arise TV PrimeTime programme. He said the law provides that no political party is allowed to start any kind of electoral campaign until 150 days to election, be it by-, off-cycle or general election, but lamented that INEC had kept a blind eye to this...

At least 31 people, including seven children and a pregnant woman, were killed and 13 others wounded when...

At least 18 people drowned and nine others were injured after a passenger bus fell into the Oued El...

Egypt?s Minister of Planning Rania Al Mashat held a meeting on Sunday with Japan?s Ambassador to Egypt IWAI Fumio and JICA?s Chief Representative in Egypt Ebisawa Yu to discuss strengthening bilateral economic ties. ......

Emergency Lawyers group alleges the army is operating execution chambers in the capital. ......

A paramilitary group fighting Sudan?s military has shelled a displacement camp in...

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Download logo Dr. Rania Al-Mashat discusses joint efforts to promote private sector investment through innovative financing mechanisms provided by Japanese financial institutions. Al-Mashat: The Tokyo International Conference on African Development paves the way for constructive partnerships with African countries to support sustainable development efforts. Exploring new opportunities for economic and investment cooperation between Egypt, Japan, and African countries in priority areas, particularly renewable energy. H.E. Dr. Rania Al-Mashat, Minister of Planning, Economic Development and International Cooperation, met with Ambassador Fumio Iwai, the Japanese Ambassador to Cairo, and Mr....

Nigeria | 3 hours ago Sylvester Idowu in Warri Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Ogunwusi, and the Ovie of Idjerhe Kingdom, King Monday Obukohwo Whiskey, Udurhie I, have called for greater collaboration between Nigeria?s traditional rulers and the political leadership to strengthen national unity and preserve cultural heritage. The two revered royal fathers also called for renewed efforts by government to address infrastructural gaps in the Niger Delta and critical federal roads in other parts of the country. The monarchs also praised President Bola Tinubu for his transformative leadership through various policies that are...

Somalia said on Sunday that it has concluded voter registration for Mogadishursquo;s municipal council elections, set for Oct. 30, in what authorities described as a historic step in the countryrsquo;s democratic...

Download logo The United Nations Support Mission in Libya closed its online poll Thursday, which has been ongoing for the last two months, with the participation of 22,584 people. The poll was conducted to invite members of the public to express their preferences on four options proposed by an Advisory Committee made up of Libyan legal, political and constitutional experts towards establishing a government that would have democratic legitimacy. The Mission will use the data, together with opinions solicited from an additional 3,881 people collected through telephone polling and in-person and online group consultations, to inform the development of its new political roadmap, which will be...

Special Representative of the Secretary-General Hanna Tetteh and her two deputies visited three Tripoli polling centres Saturday to witness municipal elections and meet with the High National Elections Commission staff and election observers who were overseeing the voting. SRSG Tetteh and the Deputy Special-Representative of the Secretary-General for Political Affairs, Stephanie Koury, toured polling centres in Central Tripoli and Hai Al Andlus municipalities. DSRSG, Resident and Humanitarian Coordinator Aeneas Chuma visited Souq Al Jouma. Municipal elections were conducted...

Download logo The United Arab Emirates has expressed its solidarity with the Peoplersquo;s Democratic Republic of...

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Backpage | 26 seconds ago READING THE TEA LEAVES By Obinna Chima obinna.chima@thisdaylive.com 08152447875 (SmS only) Obinna Chima The Nigerian stock market is gradually emerging as one of the most compelling stories of resilience and renewed optimism in the country?s economic narrative in 2025, as the first eight months of the year have signalled a sharp turnaround. Confidence has replaced caution, resulting in a bullish trend that has captured the attention of both local and foreign investors. Indeed, the stock market is a mirror of expectations about the broader economy, and smart investors do what the rest of the crowd is not doing. Precisely, the market capitalisation of the...

Nigeria | 17 seconds ago Ferdinand Ekechukwu Samuel Isong, an indigene of Akwa Ibom State, is emerging as a prominent voice for youth empowerment and economic growth within the region. Born in Port Harcourt, Rivers State, but with deep roots in Ikot Ntuen, Oruk Anam Local Government Area, Isong has channeled his passion and expertise into establishing Ride With Me, one of Nigeria?s forward-thinking logistics businesses. The company provides services for brands, projects,...

Nigeria | 32 seconds ago Kayode Tokede The Nedbank Group yesterday announced that it has reached an agreement to sell its 21.2 percent shareholding in Ecobank Transnational Incorporated (ETI) to Bosquet Investments Limited (Bosquet Investments) for a purchase consideration of US$100 million. This followed the bank?s strategic review...

Ohio state Rep. Ismail Mohamed (D), one of the first Somali Muslims elected...

Mogadishu, Somalia -- Somalia's national army will soon launch a major operation to recapture towns and villages currently under the control of the Al-Shabaab militant group, the Ministry of Defence said on Friday. ......

Arabian Post - Malian authorities have launched an extensive investigation into an alleged plot to destabilise the country, with the arrest of a French national and several high-ranking generals. The arrests come amidst mounting tension and accusations that foreign powers are attempting to undermine Mali?s stability. The government?s claims have drawn significant attention, as they allege involvement from foreign actors, raising concerns of escalating international interference in the country?s internal affairs. Authorities reported that the French national, whose identity remains undisclosed, was detained after being accused of participating in a complex network aiming...

Tunisia's powerful labour union, long...

Several news outlets on Friday reported the appointment of Rotimi Pedro as the new NTA director-general. ......

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Reducing electricity costs is commendable and should remain a primary objective for state regulators. However, genuine progress will likely come from addressing deeper systemic issues. ......

An Egyptian activist and content creator, Anas Habib, once again locked the outer gates of his country#8217;s embassy...