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West African bloc ECOWAS on Wednesday expressed “strong condemnation” of jihadist attacks which a day earlier hit the Malian capital where questions remained about the rare and deadly strike. An Al-Qaeda-linked group on Tuesday claimed responsibility for the attack in Bamako against highly sensitive targets including a military police training centre and the military … Continue reading “Jihadist Attacks In Mali Capital Spark Condemnation, Questions”
The number of fatalities from Sunday’s accident along Saminaka Road in Lere Local Government Area of Kaduna State has risen to 25. This is according a statement by the sector commander of the Federal Road Safety Corps in Kaduna State, Corps Commander Kabiru Nadabo, who said that ten additional victims of the accident died at the hospital … Continue reading “Kaduna Road Accident Death Toll Rises To 25 – FRSC”
No fewer than 15 people have perished in a road accident that occurred in Saminaka Lere Local Government Area of Kaduna State. The accident which occurred around 1pm on Sunday involved mostly children who were travelling to cerebrate Eld El Maulud, a Muslim festival to mark the birth of Prophet Muhammad. FRSC officials rescuing … Continue reading “15 Children Die In Kaduna Car Accident”
President Bola Tinubu arrived in Maiduguri, the Borno State capital, on Monday to sympathize with the government and people of the state over the recent flood disaster. He arrived at 3:40pm and headed to one of the emergency camps to commiserate with the victims of the flood. At the Camp, President Tinubu assured the … Continue reading “Tinubu Visits Maiduguri, Assures Flood Victims Of FG’s Support”
President Bola Tinubu and governors have sent messages of goodwill and congratulations to Nigerian Muslims on the 2024 commemoration of the Maulud Nabiy, the birthday of Prophet Muhammad. In a statement on Sunday by presidential spokesman Bayo Onanuga, the President urged Muslims to use the period for deep reflection and remembrance of the Prophet’s … Continue reading “Tinubu, Govs Urge Prayers For Peace As Muslims Celebrate Eid Maulud”
Jordan’s Prime Minister Bisher Khasawneh submitted his resignation on Sunday to King Abdullah II, state media reported, after parliamentary elections dominated by frustration over the Gaza war. Under the kingdom’s constitution, the government usually resigns after legislative elections. It is the king who appoints the prime minister, not parliament which has limited powers. The … Continue reading “Jordan PM Resigns After General Election”
Vinicius Junior and Kylian Mbappe both struck from the penalty spot to earn Real Madrid a 2-0 win at Real Sociedad in La Liga on Saturday. The Spanish champions moved within a point of leaders Barcelona who face last season’s surprise package Girona on Sunday. Real Sociedad hit the woodwork on three occasions before … Continue reading “Vinicius, Mbappe Penalties Help Madrid Beat Real Sociedad”
The Vice President, Kashim Shettima, has implored the people of Edo State to vote for the candidate of All Progressives Congress (APC), Senator Monday Okpebholo, in next Saturday’s governorship election in the state in order to birth a state that is functional. According to the VP who joined other top members of the party … Continue reading “Shettima Joins Other APC Chieftains To Canvass Votes For Okpebholo”
The Governor of Borno State, Babagana Zulum, says the total number of lives lost in the flood disaster in Maiduguri is unknown, as efforts to ensure areas not yet accessible are reached as soon as possible. Governor Zulum also reassured the affected victims that the government will come to their aide. The Governor, who … Continue reading “VIDEO: Number Of Casualties In Maiduguri Flood Unknown, Says Zulum”
Bayern Munich maintained their perfect start to the season and jumped to the top of the Bundesliga table after hammering newly-promoted Holstein Kiel 6-1. Jamal Musiala scored the third fastest goal in Bundesliga history, giving Bayern the lead after just 15 seconds. A mistake by Kiel captain Lewis Holtby opened the door for his … Continue reading “Kane Hat-Trick Sends Bayern Munich Top Of Bundesliga”