Naira Redesign: APC Governors Drag Buhari, Emefiele To Court
Three governors elected on the platform of the All Progressives Congress (APC), namely Nasir El-Rufai of Kaduna, Yahaya Bello of Kogi, and Bello Mutawalle of Zamfara, on Monday, dragged the Central Bank of Nigeria to the Supreme Court over the deadline for the expiration of the old Naira notes. Africa Today News, New York recalls […]
Death Toll In Syria, Turkey Earthquake Soars To 2,300
The most powerful earthquake to strike Turkey and Syria in nearly a century killed over 2,300 people on Monday, sparked frantic rescues, and was felt as far away as Greenland. Africa Today News, New York had on Monday reported that the 7.8-magnitude early morning quake which was followed by dozens of aftershocks wiped out entire […]
2023: El-Rufai Does Not Speak For The North – Bafarawa
A chieftain of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Attahiru Bafarawa who is a former Sokoto State governor has expressed disappointment over comments made by the Kaduna State Governor Nasir El Rufa’ that there are no elders left in northern Nigeria. Bafarawa described the comment which was attributed to the Governor as an affront to the […]
Naira Redesign: Buhari Was Deceived By CBN – Oshiomhole
A former National Chairman of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC), Adams Oshiomhole has lashed out at the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) of deceiving President Muhammadu Buhari over the redesign of the naira notes. Africa Today News, New York reports that President Buhari had last year approved the redesign of the ₦1,000, ₦500, and […]
2023: Why Aso Rock Cabal Is Supporting Atiku – APC PCC
The All Progressives Congress (APC), Presidential Campaign Council (PCC) has alleged that the so-called Aso Rock cabal wanted a pliable candidate and not a strong-willed and experienced member of the party to succeed President Muhammadu Buhari, hence, the sabotage of the presidential candidate of the party, Bola Tinubu. This was also as the campaign council […]
State Of Emergency Expanded In Crisis-Ravaged Peru
The government of Peru on Sunday announced the expansion and prolonging of a state of emergency to deal with a two-month-old revolt against President Dina Boluarte that has claimed 48 lives in clashes between protesters and security forces. Africa Today News, New York reports that even southern Peruvian regions — Madre de Dios, Cusco, Puno, […]
UN Peacekeeper Killed Following Helicopter Attack In DR Congo
A United Nations peacekeeper from South Africa was killed and another wounded in an attack on their helicopter in the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo on Sunday, the organisation confirmed on Monday. The aircraft came under fire at around 3:00 pm (1200 GMT) during a flight to Goma, the provincial capital of Nord-Kivu province, where […]
Pandemonium As 18 Are Killed By Jihadists In Burkina Faso
No fewer than 18 people have been killed in two attacks in Burkina Faso, sources briefed on the incidents informed newsmen on Sunday, as violence rages in the Sahel nation. Africa Today News, New York reports that the country faces a jihadist insurgency that swept in from neighbouring Mali in 2015, with thousands of civilians, […]
There Is A Plan To Rig 2023 Presidential Election — Yakasai
Popular Elder statesman, Tanko Yakasai, on Sunday joined the list of Nigerians who have raised the alarm over the plot by undemocratic elements to manipulate the results of the forthcoming 2023 presidential election. Yakasai, in a statement entitled ‘Reflections of a 98-Year-Old Patriot: A Message to those Planning to Rig the Elections’, which was obtained […]
Southern Turkey Hit By 7.8-Magnitude Earthquake, 100 Killed
Reports reaching the desk of Africa Today News, New York has it that more than 100 people were killed in a 7.8-magnitude earthquake that struck Turkey and Syria on Monday. The earthquake destroyed numerous houses while people were still sleeping, and it also caused tremors that could be felt as far away as Egypt and […]
Beyonce Smashes Grammy Record For Most Ever Wins
Popular Pop queen Beyonce last night reigned supreme at the Grammys, smashing the all-time record for wins with her 32nd prize and fourth of the night to resounding applause. The 41-year-old had also entered the day with the most chances at Grammy gold with nine, following the release of ‘Renaissance,’ her rich, layered ode to […]
2023: Apologise To Clark In 48 Hours, PANDEF Warns Okowa
Delta State Governor, Ifeanyi Okowa has been given a 48-hour ultimatum to retract and withdraw his attacks on Edwin Clark in his own interest by the Pan Niger Delta Forum, (PANDEF). It has also called on him to respond to the various troubling issues raised by Clark, in an open letter rather than releasing his […]