Coup Supporters Ask French Ambassador To Leave Niger
Thousands of Nigeriens on Saturday protested in the country’s capital, Niamey, frantically demanding that France withdraw its ambassador and troops from the West African country as its new military rulers have accused the former colonial power of ‘interference’. Following a summons from various civic organisations opposed to the French military deployment, the demonstrators gathered close […]
Deputy Gov’s Office Relocated As Obaseki, Shaibu Rift Deepens
The ongoing crisis between the Edo State Governor, Godwin Obaseki and his deputy, Philip Shaibu has taken a worse turn after the deputy is set to be relocated to a building outside the Government House. Africa Today News, New York can confirm that the new office is situated at No. 7, Dennis Osadebey Avenue, close […]
Biden Personally Surveys Hurricane Idalia Damage In Florida
The president of the United States, Joe Biden on Saturday surveyed the destruction caused by Hurricane Idalia in the state of Florida but did not meet with Governor Ron DeSantis, a potential presidential rival, who opted not to come. After conducting an aerial tour of Live Oak, a hamlet severely damaged by Idalia, and hearing […]
Tinubu Recalls All Nigerian Ambassadors, Exempts UN Reps
The President of Nigeria, Bola Tinubu on Saturday recalled the country’s ambassadors, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs has has confirmed. The Special Assistant on Media and Communication Strategy to the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Amb. Yusuf Tuggar, Alkasim Abdulkadir, t made this known in a statement which was obtained by Africa Today News, New York. […]
Ronaldo Becomes First Player To Score 850 Official Goals
Portuguese Al Nassr forward, Cristiano Ronaldo has become the first football player to hit 850 official career goals. Africa Today News, New York reports that the 38-year-old found the back of the net as the Saudi Pro League side beat Al Hazem 5-1 on Saturday. It was Ronaldo’s sixth goal in three games. He also […]
Hardship: Enough Of The Strike Threats, NURTW Warns NLC
The president of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC), Comrade Joe Ajaero has been warned by the National Union of Toad Transport Workers (NURTW) has warned to desist from making statements that are capable of heating up the country. The new NURTW leader, Tajudeen Agbede, stated this while reacting to a communiqué issued by the NLC […]
9 Killed As Gunmen Attack Kaduna Mosque
No fewer than nine worshippers have been confirmed to be killed following an attack by suspected terrorists in the Saya- Saya community in Ikara Local Government of Kaduna State. Alhassan Muhammed who is the member representing Ikara local government at the state’s House of Assembly, said the assailants attacked two communities. ‘The sad incident happened […]
Kogi Doctors To Begin Strike As 21-Day Ultimatum Elapses
The Kogi State Specialist Hospital’s Association of Resident Doctors (ARD) in Lokoja has alerted the State Government to the expiration of the 21-day ultimatum they issued to address their demands. The ultimatum’s main goal was to foster dialogue and engagement with the state government. The announcement was made through a statement that bore the signatures […]
Four Dead, Including Two Chinese, In DRC Gold Convoy Attack
Tragedy struck in the lawless eastern region of the Republic of Congo as local officials confirmed that a convoy, carrying gold, fell victim to an attack, claiming the lives of two Chinese nationals and two others on Saturday. The targeted attack occurred on Friday, aimed at a four-vehicle convoy affiliated with TSM Mining, which was […]
PDP Should Think Twice Before Suspending Wike – Fayose
Former Ekiti State governor, Ayodele Fayose, has cautioned the leadership of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) against the suspension of Nyesom Wike, who currently serves as the Minister of FCT. In a recent interview with Channels TV on Thursday, Daniel Bwala, an aide to the presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party, Atiku Abubakar, indicated […]
FG Orders Immediate Evacuation Of Illegal Miners From Sites
All illegal miners across the nation have been instructed by the Federal Government to vacate their operational sites immediately or face serious consequences. Minister of Solid Minerals Development, Mr. Dele Alake, disclosed this during the graduation ceremony and distribution of starter packs to 30 graduating trainees from Batch 3 of the Ministry’s ‘Gemstone and Jewellery […]
Rubiales Vows To Persist In His Defense
In light of the investigation instigated by Spain‘s top sports court into his unsolicited kiss on player Jenni Hermoso, Luis Rubiales, the suspended president of the football federation, said he is determined to prove his innocence and reveal the truth. ‘I will continue to defend myself to prove the truth,’ he said in a statement […]