Ghana Launches Multi‑Agency Taskforce to Tackle Gold Smuggling
Ghana has taken a decisive step against the long-standing issue of gold smuggling by establishing a multi‑agency taskforce spearheaded by the new Ghana Gold Board (GoldBod).…
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Ex-Arsenal Midfielder Thomas Partey Charged with Rape and Sexual Assault
Former Arsenal and Ghana international midfielder Thomas Partey, 32, has been formally charged with five counts of rape and one count of sexual assault by the Metropolitan Police, with…
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South Africa and Austria Strengthen Bilateral Ties During State Visit
South Africa's President Cyril Ramaphosa hosted Austrian President Alexander van der Bellen at a State Visit in Pretoria, marking a renewed commitment to deepening cooperation between…
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Federal Government to Allocate ₦17 Billion for Lagos Bridge Fire Repairs
The Federal Government has announced plans to spend ₦17 billion to repair a major bridge in Lagos that suffered significant damage after a fire incident. This allocation will cover…
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IMF Urges Nigeria to Revisit 2025 Budget Amid Fresh Economic Challenges
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has cautioned that Nigeria’s 2025 federal budget needs significant revision due to falling oil prices and structural constraints. In its recent…
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Legendary Super Eagles Goalkeeper Peter Rufai Passes Away at 61
Nigeria’s football world is mourning the loss of one of its most iconic goalkeepers, Peter Rufai, who passed away on Thursday at the age of 61 after battling a prolonged illness.…
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Angélique Kidjo Becomes First African Star of Hollywood Walk of Fame
Beninese-French singer-songwriter Angélique Kidjo has been honored as the first African artist to receive a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, joining the Class of 2026. The…
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ECOWAS Urges Restraint Amid Rising Tensions in Togo
The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has called for all parties in Togo to exercise restraint and prioritize dialogue, following a recent surge in protests,…
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USAID Officially Shuts Down as U.S. Foreign Aid Overhaul Rolls Out
After more than six decades of global development work, the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) has officially ceased independent operations on July 1, 2025. The agency…
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Why Nigeria Is Running Three Budgets at Once—and Why It’s Legal
It might sound unusualb but Nigeria is currently operating under three simultaneous budgets: the 2024 Main Appropriation Act, a 2024 Supplementary Budget, and the freshly signed 2025…
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Popular American Actor, Joe Marinelli Loses Battle to Cancer at 68
When a character actor quietly vanishes from our screens, it often takes time before we realize the void they’ve left behind. Joe Marinelli was one such talent—vibrant, versatile, and…
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Africa Is Producing the Talent, But Who’s Cashing the Cheques?
Every transfer window brings excitement. News breaks of young African footballers joining European clubs, their faces beam with pride in social media unveilings, and local fans rejoice.…
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Ruud van Nistelrooy Exits Leicester
In the world of football, not every story ends in glory. For Ruud van Nistelrooy and Leicester City, the chapter has closed barely six months after it began — and not with a bang, but a…
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U.S. House Bans WhatsApp on Official Devices over Security Concerns
The United States House of Representatives has officially banned the use of WhatsApp on all government-managed devices, citing growing cybersecurity concerns. The move comes after a…
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Petrol Price Hits ₦955/Litre as NNPCL & Marketers Adjust Rates Nationwide
Retail petrol prices have surged sharply in key urban markets across Nigeria. Several service stations under the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) in Abuja and Lagos…
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Trump Brokers Fragile Iran–Israel Ceasefire amid Mutual Violations
Despite President Trump’s intervention securing a ceasefire, early violations by both Israel and Iran highlight the fragility of peace. While Israel claims its defensive goals are met…
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Burkina Faso Deepens State Control Over Gold Sector with New Law
Ouagadougou, Burkina Faso — In a decisive move to boost resource sovereignty, Burkina Faso’s military-led government has announced plans to extend the nationalisation of foreign-owned…
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Oil Prices Surge After Israel’s Strikes on Iran
Oil prices jump over 6% after Israel strikes Iran's nuclear and military sites, sparking global market volatility and safe-haven buying.
Crude oil prices experienced a dramatic jump…
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Powerful Winter Storm Claims Lives and Disrupts Activities Around South Africa
A severe winter storm sweeping across South Africa since last weekend has claimed at least seven lives in the Eastern Cape province, disrupting transport, electricity, and daily life.…
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Nigeria Launches Maiden Export from Otakikpo Onshore Terminal
Nigeria has embarked on a milestone in its oil industry by exporting the first crude shipment from the Otakikpo onshore terminal—marking a historic first for an indigenous operator in…
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