The Nigerian Senate has ordered a probe into renewed attacks in Lamurde Local Government Area of Adamawa. The lawmakers also directed immediate provision of relief materials for displaced persons after violent attacks on communities, like Kwa, Gyakan, Rigange, Waduku and Tchobo, by gunmen allegedly on motor bikes. The resolution for the probe followed a motion...
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Six Sentenced For Life Over 2020 Jihadist Attack In Ivory Coast
Six people were on Tuesday jailed for life over a jihadist attack in 2020 that killed 14 soldiers at a border post in Ivory Coast, a lawyer involved in the case has revealed. The Lawyer Abdoulaye Ben Meite said six of the 45 defendants on trial for the attack in Kafolo received life sentences, while...
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Former Zamfara Senator Marafa Defects To NDC Party
Former Zamfara senator Kabir Marafa has defected from the African Democratic Congress (ADC) to the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC). Marafa, who joined the ADC on April 8 after resigning from the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) in August 2025, formally aligned with the NDC at an event in Abuja attended by party leaders and supporters....
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Nigeria Military Backs Startup’s Drones, Mine-clearing Vehicles
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...
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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...