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WHO has certified Cabo Verde as a malaria-free country, third in Africa
The World Health Organization (WHO) has certified Cabo Verde as a malaria-free country. With this declaration, Cabo Verde becomes part of the 43...
Zambia starts administering oral cholera vaccine following a countrywide cholera outbreak
On Tuesday, Zambia began administering the oral cholera vaccine following a countrywide cholera outbreak. The authorities distributed some doses in Matero township in...
Apple Overtakes Samsung to Become World’s Top Smartphone Seller
In a surprising turn of events, Apple has dethroned Samsung as the world’s leading smartphone seller, ending the Korean tech giant’s 12-year reign....
U.S. Designates Yemen’s Houthi Rebels as Global Terrorists
The United States is set to re-designate Yemen’s Houthi rebels as “global terrorists” in 30 days. The decision, announced by National Security Advisor...
Access Corporation Ventures into Standalone Digital Lending with Oxygen X
Access Corporation, the parent company of Nigeria’s leading bank, is set to launch Oxygen X, a dedicated consumer lending subsidiary aimed at providing...
NECO to conduct promotional exams amidst security concerns
The National Examination Council, NECO, has directed all staff eligible for promotion to head to Minna, Niger State, for their 2024 promotional exams...
Court Bans NBC from Imposing Fines on Broadcasting Stations
The Federal High Court Judge, Justice Rita Ofili-Ajumogobia, has nullified the power of the National Broadcasting Network (NBC) to impose fines on broadcasting...
‘Abuja will be hot for Bandits’, says FCT Minister, Nyeson Wike
The Federal Minister of Abuja, FCT, Nyesom Wike, has expressed that the Federal government will not give room for any form of bandit...
Tinubu Condoles with Oyo Govt, Victims Over Bomb Blast
The Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces, Bola Ahmed Tinubu, has expressed displeasure over the devastating bomb blast that occurred late Tuesday in Ibadan...
Tems, Tyla and Spinall to Set the Stage at Coachella 2024
This year’s lineup for Coachella includes standout Nigerian singer Tems, the versatile DJ and artist Spinall, and South Africa’s emerging Popstar Tyla. The...
Peter Obi Criticizes N3billion Allocated for Verification of National Social Register
Peter Obi, the presidential candidate of the Labour Party in the 2023 general elections, has expressed dismay over the N3 billion allocated for...
Kemi Adetiba introduces King of Boys 3
Nigeria’s Kemi Adetiba has kicked off the pre-production phase for the much-anticipated sequel to “King of Boys” (KOB). Adetiba makes the revelation of...