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June 1, 2026

WHO Warns Africa Against Tobacco Industry Tactics

The World Health Organization (WHO) has urged African countries to unite against what it described as the “deceptive tactics” of the tobacco and nicotine industry, warning that aggressive marketing and industry interference threaten decades of public health progress across the continent. The call was made by WHO Regional Director for Africa, Dr Mohammed Janabi, in... Read More
Africa News, Featured
May 29, 2026

FACT-CHECK ANALYSIS: Breaking down Tinubu’s key claims after three years in office

President Bola Tinubu used his third anniversary address to argue that painful economic reforms introduced since 2023 are beginning to deliver results. But how do the administration’s claims compare with publicly available data and the realities facing Nigerians? Claim 1: Fuel subsidy removal prevented economic collapse Tinubu’s claim: Nigeria was spending up to ₦18.4 billion... Read More
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May 28, 2026

Trump Directive Triggered Anti-ISIS Operations in Nigeria

The United States Secretary of Defence, Pete Hegseth, has revealed that President Donald Trump personally directed the Pentagon to prioritise the protection of Christians in Nigeria targeted by Islamic State-linked militants, leading to expanded counterterrorism operations in the Lake Chad region. Speaking during a press briefing at the White House on Wednesday, Hegseth said Trump... Read More
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May 27, 2026

US Report: 30,000 Armed Fulani Militants Driving Nigeria’s Insecurity Crisis

A new report by the United States Commission on International Religious Freedom (USCIRF) has alleged that an estimated 30,000 armed Fulani militants are operating across Nigeria, fuelling deadly attacks, mass displacement and worsening insecurity across several regions of the country. The report, released in May 2026 and titled “Nonstate Violators of Religious Freedom in Nigeria:... Read More
Crime, Featured, Nigeria News
May 22, 2026

China, Nigeria Strengthen Cultural Ties Through Tea, Ancient Arts

China and Nigeria on Wednesday strengthened cultural diplomacy and people-to-people exchanges as diplomats, cultural officials and guests gathered in Abuja for the 2026 Tea for Harmony Yaji Cultural Salon. The event, themed “Maritime Silk Road Impressions: Immersive Salon of Intangible Cultural Heritage from Ancient Zayton Port,” showcased traditional Chinese tea ceremonies, guqin music performances, incense... Read More
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May 5, 2026

U.S., Nigeria Deepen Ties on Media Freedom and Counterterrorism Communication

U.S. envoy and Nigeria’s information minister align on promoting press freedom and enhancing strategic communication to support national security. By Ifeoma Onyekachi   The Chargé d’Affaires of the United States, Keith Heffern, has held talks with Nigeria’s Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris Malagi, aimed at تعزيز media freedom and strengthening bilateral cooperation... Read More
Africa News, Featured, Nigeria News
April 29, 2026

Nigeria: Defections, Power, and the Betrayal of the Nigerian Voter

As Nigeria inches toward the 2027 elections, a political culture of convenience, not conviction is steadily taking root across the country. Governors, Senators, House Of Reps, State Execs, Local Govt to Wards elected on the mandate of the people, are increasingly treating party affiliation as a personal wardrobe choice: something to change when it no... Read More
Africa News, Breaking News, community, Featured, Politics
April 28, 2026

Bianca Ojukwu Charged Newly Inducted Ambassadors  Envoys-Designate To Drive Nigeria’s Global Interests Through ‘4Ds’ Strategy

New ambassadors are urged to prioritise economic diplomacy, diaspora engagement, and national image as Nigeria seeks stronger global influence and investment inflows. By ifeoma Onyekachi     Nigeria’s Minister of State for Foreign Affairs, Bianca Odumegwu-Ojukwu, has charged newly inducted ambassadors and high commissioners-designate to advance the country’s strategic interests using the government’s “4Ds” frameworkDemocracy,... Read More
Africa News, Featured, Nigeria News, Politics
April 25, 2026

WHO: Vaccines Have Saved Over 150 Million Lives, but Global Immunisation Drive Risks Stalling

Midpoint review of Immunisation Agenda 2030 reveals widening coverage gaps despite major gains in disease prevention By ifeoma Onyekachi   The World Health Organization (WHO) says vaccines have prevented more than 150 million deaths globally over the past 50 years, highlighting immunisation as one of the most effective interventions in modern public health  even as... Read More
Africa News, community, Featured, Health, Life, World News
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