16% Decline: Electricity Generation Now At 3,501MW
Nigeria faced a stark Week-on-Week lapse in its power supply, with a notable 16.4% drop in electricity generation, now standing at 3,501.20 megawatts (MW) instead of the 4,187.6 MW recorded just a week ago on Thursday. Findings from Africa Today News, New York’s examination point to a confluence of reasons behind the situation, prominently featuring […]
Sapele Newspaper Vendor’s Daughter, 8 More Kidnapped
A kidnap incident has been reported on the Jesse-Oben-Asaba Road in Delta State, where a 24-year-old daughter of Mr. Billy Umoh, a newspaper vendor from Sapele, was abducted, along with eight other persons. The Edo State Police Command has not yet officially confirmed the kidnapping; however, reports indicate that Hope Umoh, the vendor’s daughter, along […]
Subsidy: Palliatives Cannot Address Poverty – Shehu Sani
A Senator who represented Kaduna Central in the 8th Nigerian National Assembly, Senator Shehu Sani, has criticised the Federal Government’s planned palliatives to cushion the effect of fuel subsidy removal on Nigerians. Africa Today News, New York reports that against the backdrop of the announcement by President Bola Tinubu to immediately stop the payment of […]
US Hails ‘Effective’ Use Of Cluster Bombs Against Russia
A senior Washington defence official has asserted that the controversial cluster munitions which were supplied by the United States are being used ‘effectively’ by Ukrainian forces in their counteroffensive against Russia’s invasion. White House national security spokesman, John Kirby who spoke to reporters on Thursday, said; ‘We have gotten some initial feedback from the Ukrainians, […]
At Least 10 Hospitalised As Strange Disease Hits Kafanchan
The Chairman of Jema’a Local Government Area of Kaduna State, Mr. Yunana Barde has sued for calm over the outbreak of a yet-to-be-confirmed disease which is currently ravaging Kafanchan community. Barde made this appeal yesterday while speaking with newsmen at the General Hospital in Kafanchan. He called on the people not to panic as all […]
PSG Secures Signature Of Nigerian Defender, Nicole Payne
Super Falcons star Nicole Payne, has been signed by Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) the club has confirmed. In a statement announcing Payne’s arrival, the French outfit said; ‘Paris Saint-Germain are delighted to announce the arrival of Nicole Payne. The Nigerian international defender joins the Rouge et Bleu until June 2026’ ‘Paris Saint-Germain would like to welcome […]
Amnesty: Niger Delta Agitators Had Legitimate Demands – Clark
Respected South-South leader, Pa Edwin Clark has condemned the recent comparison between Niger Delta agitators and bandits in Northern Nigeria by some politicians. In a statement made available to Africa Today News, New York on Friday, the Convener of the Pan-Niger Delta Forum (PANDEF), lambasted Islamic cleric Ahmad Gumi and a former Zamfara State governor, […]
Military Intel: Candid Exchange with Flt. Lt. Obasi (rtd)
In an exclusive, no-holds-barred interview with Africa Today News, New York, Flight Lieutenant Christopher Uchenna Obasi (rtd) unveiled his highly anticipated book, “Beyond the Battlefield: Understanding Strategic Military Intelligence from a Nigerian Perspective.” As a seasoned veteran and expert in military intelligence, Obasi offers an unprecedented exploration into the evolution, challenges, and significance of strategic […]
Iraq-Sweden Ties In Jeopardy Over Quran Burning Row
Diplomatic relations between Iraq and Sweden presently hang on a balance as Iraq reacts, strongly putting forth the condition that another Quran-burning incident could lead to a complete severance of ties. The fervent reaction of hundreds of protesters who stormed the Swedish embassy in Baghdad, setting it alight, compelled Iraq to issue a warning against […]
Transfer: Sadio Mane Nears Move To Al Nassr
Sadio Mane‘s future has taken an unexpected turn as the footballer is currently in negotiations with Al Nassr, hinting at a potential switch from Bayern Munich to the Saudi Pro League. The stage is set for a pivotal meeting as the Roof agency’s emissary, entrusted with Mane’s interests, converges with Al Nassr’s sporting director Goran […]
Koran Stomping: Iraq Ousts Swedish Envoy
Iraq on Thursday expelled Sweden‘s ambassador in response to an incident where a man allegedly desecrated a copy of the Koran during a protest in Stockholm. This action came shortly after the Swedish embassy in Baghdad was set on fire in connection with the planned protest. Sweden witnessed a provocative act by Salwan Momika, a […]
Mysterious Blast: 1 Dead, 48 Injured In S’Africa
Emergency services reveals that a body was realized in central Johannesburg, South Africa, early Thursday, following a mysterious explosion that rocked a crowded street during rush hour last evening. The powerful explosion tore a hole in the road and left behind deep gouges, causing chaos as pedestrians and cars were sent flying in different directions. […]