Nigeria’s military has backed local technology firm Terra Industries as it unveiled interceptor drones and mine-clearing unmanned vehicles aimed at supporting anti-insurgency operations. Nigeria has seen an Islamist insurgency for more than 17 years, this year attacks have intensified, with militants increasingly deploying improvised explosive devices (IEDs) and drones against military positions. Terra, which had...
Author: Taylor David (Taylor David)
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UAE Quits OPEC, OPEC+ Amid Tensions, Energy Shock Concerns
The United Arab Emirates said on Tuesday it was quitting OPEC and the broader OPEC+ alliance, dealing a blow to the oil-producing groups and their de facto leader, Saudi Arabia. This is as the war involving Iran has triggered a major energy shock and rattled the global economy. The departure of the UAE, a long-standing...
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Madagascar Expels French Diplomat Over Alleged Interference Claims
Madagascar said on Tuesday it had expelled a French diplomat after summoning France’s ambassador, citing suspected involvement in activities aimed at destabilising the country. The Indian Ocean island led since October by Colonel Michael Randrianirina, who took power following youth-led protests that forced out former president Andry Rajoel has experienced recurring political unrest. French ambassador...
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Michael Biopic Smashes Records With Massive Global Debut Success
The Michael biopic has set a new benchmark at the global box office, earning $217 million (£160 million) in its opening weekend to become the highest-grossing debut for a biographical film.The film stars Jaafar Jackson, nephew of late pop icon Michael Jackson, in the lead role. Despite a midweek release, it quickly built strong momentum...
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Garo Confirmed As Kano Deputy Governor
The Kano State House of Assembly has confirmed Murtala Garo as the state’s new deputy governor following his screening during plenary. The decision was reached during a session presided over by Speaker Jibril Isma’il Falgore. Chairman of the ad hoc committee and Deputy Speaker Muhammad Bello said the nomination followed the resignation of former Deputy...
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Russian Court Designates LGBTQ Group Extremist, Bans Activities
A Russian court on Monday designated the country’s leading LGBTQ rights group as “extremist”, outlawing the organisation. The designation exposes its supporters to possible prosecution. The ruling by a court in Saint Petersburg followed a case brought by the justice ministry against the Russian LGBT Network, a prominent rights nonprofit. “The public movement has been...
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Nokia Names Egypt Regional Hub For Mideeast, Africa Support
Nokia has designated Egypt as its regional support hub for the Middle East and Africa, establishing a centralised operational base in Cairo to enhance service delivery and customer support. The move comes as digital transformation accelerates across the region, driven by the expansion of 5G networks, increased cloud adoption and rising data consumption. These trends...
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Anthony Joshua Announces First Fight Since Fatal Crash In Nigeria
Former heavyweight champion Anthony Joshua will make his ring return following a fatal car crash against unheralded Kristian Prenga in Saudi Arabia in July. Two of Joshua’s close friends were killed in the crash in Nigeria in December, just over a week after his last fight, a fifth round knock-out of YouTube star Jake Paul....
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Nigeria’s Ruling APC Releases 2027 Primary Timetable
The All Progressives Congress has released a revised timetable and schedule of activities for the 2027 general elections. The ruling Nigerian party outlined dates for its primaries across all elective offices. The updated schedule, announced on Monday, was signed by the party’s National Organising Secretary, Sulaiman Muhammad Argungu. According to the timetable, the party’s presidential...
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Global Military Spending Hits $2.9 Trillion In 2025
Global military spending rose to nearly $2.9 trillion in 2025, an 11th consecutive year of growth, researchers said on Monday, as heightened insecurity and rearmament drove defence budgets higher. The world’s three largest spenders — the United States, China and Russia — accounted for a combined $1.48 trillion, just over half of total global spending....