AFRICA

Kenyan Police Officer Shot Dead After Opening Fire on Magistrate In Court

A Kenyan police officer was shot dead after opening fire at a magistrate in court, over his wife’s bail denial.

4 months ago

Nigerian Troops Kill 198 Terrorists, Apprehend 310 in Nationwide Operations

Nigerian troops killed scores of terrorists, arrested dozens of criminals and destroyed 29 illegal refining sites in one week.

4 months ago

Nigeria’s Military Condemns Zamfara Governor’s Criticism of War Against Terrorists

CDS Musa says external funding is fueling terrorism in Nigeria and advocated for diplomatic measures to counteract such support internationally.

4 months ago

NEITI Applauds Presidential Committee on Climate Action, Urges Transparent Budgeting for Energy Transition

NEITI has highlighted unremitted revenue from gas royalties and penalties, urging alignment of gas policy with climate commitments.

4 months ago

Gas Shortage, Poor Electricity Supply Will Thwart Nigeria’s Current Drive Towards CNG, Electric Vehicles, Says Nnaji

CEO Geometric Power Bart Nnaji has called for 100,000 MW power generation and adoption of super grid transmission infrastructure.

4 months ago

NNPC Withdraws Case Halting ExxonMobil’s $1.3bn Assets Sale to Seplat

NNPC’s resolution allows Seplat Energy to proceed with acquiring ExxonMobil's 100% interest in Mobil Producing Nigeria Unlimited.

4 months ago

Police Impose Durbar Ban in Kano To Prevent Clashes Between Supporters of Emir Sanusi, Deposed Emir Bayero

Police impose a total Durbar ban in Kano to prevent clashes between supporters of Emir Sanusi and deposed Emir Bayero.

4 months ago

NSCDC Steps Up Security in FCT with 5,000 Personnel Ahead of Sallah

The NSCDC has deployed 5,112 personnel across Abuja to ensure a peaceful Eid-el-Kabir celebration, covering sensitive locations and potential trouble…

4 months ago

Sanwo-Olu Says Lagos GDP Has Risen by 50% Under His Administration, Surpassing 40 African Countries’ Economies

Sanwo-Olu has emphasised Lagos' transformation from a deficit state to an investment hub driven by partnerships and technological advancements.

4 months ago

Tinubu Praises Okonjo-Iweala’s Leadership and Legacy on 70th Birthday

President Tinubu has praised WTO's Okonjo-Iweala as a worthy Nigerian ambassador on the occasion of her 70th birthday.

4 months ago