Israel Ignores US Objections, Carries Out Assault On Rafah
US President Joe Biden has thrown down the gauntlet, warning Israel that any large-scale military operation in Gaza’s crowded Rafah city will result in a halt to American weapons supplies. The warning comes as the city reels from recent strikes, which sent smoke rising into the air. In a striking escalation of American concerns, the […]
UNICEF: Number Of Out-Of-School Children Soaring In Nigeria
The United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) has raised the red flag over Nigeria’s escalating out-of-school crisis, with a staggering 18.3 million children now missing out on education. With 18.3 million children missing out on education, Nigeria has earned the dubious distinction of having the largest out-of-school population globally, a stark reminder of the country’s pressing […]
Presidential Aide Clarifies Microsoft’s Lagos Shutdown
President Tinubu’s media adviser, Temitope Ajayi, has set the record straight, denying reports that Microsoft’s Africa Development Centre in Lagos has ceased operations, describing the claims as false and unfounded. Ajayi clarified that reports of a shutdown were grossly exaggerated, revealing that Microsoft’s Africa Development Centre is instead undergoing a strategic restructuring, involving role re-alignment, […]
Pfizer Agrees To Settle Lawsuits Over Zantac Cancer Risks
Pfizer Inc. has reached a settlement in a massive lawsuit involving over 10,000 plaintiffs who accused the company of downplaying the cancer risks associated with its heartburn drug, Zantac, as reported by Bloomberg on Wednesday, marking a significant turning point in the case. Insiders familiar with the settlement negotiations have confirmed that the financial details […]
Elders Condemn Cybersecurity Levy As Arbitrary, Unreasonable
The Northern Elders Forum, under the stewardship of Ango Abdullahi, vehemently criticized the Central Bank of Nigeria’s recent move to enforce a cybersecurity levy on bank patrons nationwide. In a statement released from Kaduna, Abdul-Azeez Suleiman, NEF’s Director of Publicity and Advocacy, conveyed the organization’s dissatisfaction with the policy. Citing the escalating costs of banking […]
Oborevwori Confirms Military’s Withdrawal From Okuama
Delta State Governor, Sheriff Oborevwori has announced the complete withdrawal of the military from the Okuama community in the state almost 2 months after the unfortunate killings in the community. The governor disclosed this during a press conference at the Government House, in Asaba, implying that the displaced people of Okuama are now free to […]
Dozens Of Cholera Cases Reported In Flood-Ravaged Kenya
The United Nations (UN) voiced serious concern on Thursday after dozens of cases of cholera were reported in Kenya which is currently being ravaged by heavy flooding. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), 44 cases of the disease have been reported in Tana River County in eastern Kenya, one of the areas hardest hit […]
Nigeria Under Economic, Security Siege – Anglican Primate
Archbishop Henry Ndukuba who is the Primate of the Church of Nigeria, Anglican Communion, has asserted that the economic and security challenges confronting Nigeria is a testament that the country is under economic and security siege. Speaking at a media briefing in Abuja ahead of the Diocese of Abuja’s Second Session of the 12th Synod […]
Rivers Assembly Crisis Worsens As Factional Speaker Emerges
The political crisis rocking Rivers State appears to be growing worse with the emergence of Victor Oko-Jumbo representing Bonny State Constituency as a factional Speaker of the State Assembly. Africa Today News, New York reports that Oko-Jumbo was one of the four lawmakers of Rivers Assembly who remained loyal to Governor Siminalayi Fubara after the […]
₦2.7bn Fraud: EFCC Set To Arraign Sirika, Daughter Today
Nigeria’s anti-graft agency, the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) will today (Thursday) arraign former Minister of Aviation, Hadi Sirika, his daughter, Fatimah, and two other suspects in court. Africa Today News, New York reports that the suspects are being prosecuted over alleged ₦2.7 billion contract fraud uncovered in the Aviation Ministry under Sirika who […]
Ghana Supreme Court Set To Hear Challenge To Anti-LGBTQ+ Bill
The Supreme Court of Ghana has begun hearing a challenge to the anti-LGBTQ+ bill passed by parliament in February, Africa Today News, New York reports. Richard Dela Sky, a journalist and attorney, requested that the contentious bill be challenged, and the court granted his motion. The measure stipulates that LGBT supporters would serve five to […]
“Let’s Tame The Beast,” Catholic Bishops Warn Against AI
The Catholic Bishops’ Conference of Nigeria (CBCN), has warned against the dangers of Artificial Intelligence (AI), calling for caution and responsible use of the technology. The warning is coming at a time with the Pope’s expected participation in the G7 summit, where insiders suggest he would advocate an ethical framework for AI development. The Bishops […]