The National Safety Investigation Bureau (NSIB) has officially launched an investigation into the recent train derailment on the Abuja-Kaduna corridor. The incident, which occurred earlier this week, has raised significant …
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Binance Executive May Die in Kuje Correctional Facility, Counsel Tells Court
by Editorby EditorIn a recent court hearing, legal counsel for a high-ranking Binance executive warned that their client may not survive the conditions of the Kuje Correctional Facility. The executive, who has …
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Sanusi Reinstated As Emir Of Kano Four Years After Dethronement
by Editorby EditorSanusi Lamido, the reinstated Emir of Kano, has officially received his appointment letter as the 16th Emir of Kano from Governor Abba Yusuf. The ceremony took place at the Kano …
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Turkish Airlines Sacks 7 Nigerian Staff Over $600,000 Ticket Racketeering
by Editorby EditorThe recent conflict between Turkish Airlines and its Nigerian staff has intensified due to the airline terminating seven employees for alleged violations of ticket reservation rules, resulting in financial losses …
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Zambia named Best Leisure Destination in Africa in 2024: Global Traveller Awards
by Editorby EditorFollowing the announcement that Zambia has been named the Best Leisure Destination in Africa in the 2024 Global Traveller Awards, Laurie Burr, Complex General Manager at The Royal Livingstone Hotel …
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Mohammad Mokhber appointed as Iran’s new President following Raisi’s passing
by Editorby EditorIran’s Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Khamenei swiftly appointed Vice President Mohammad Mokhber to temporarily assume duties following the passing of President Ebrahim Raisi. The announcement was made amidst five days of …
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Dakhla Atlantic Port: A Major Project Advancing Africa’s Integration (CNN)
by Editorby EditorThe American TV channel CNN recently aired a report about the Dakhla Atlantic Port, highlighting it as a crucial infrastructure project that will promote economic integration in Africa and facilitate …
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CBN Bows to Pressure, Halts Implementation of Controversial Cybersecurity Levy
by Editorby EditorThe Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) announced the withdrawal of the controversial circular regarding the implementation of a 0.5 per cent levy on all electronic transaction values on Sunday. This …
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Helicopter Carrying Iran’s President Suffers Hard Landing, Biden Holds Emergency Meet
by Editorby EditorIranian President Ebrahim Raisi experienced a turbulent helicopter landing in Iran’s East Azerbaijan province. The incident occurred in a misty, rural area near the city of Jolfa, close to the …
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Nigeria’s Digital Economy Gets Boost with Partnership Between BoI, AfDB, NITDA
by Editorby EditorThe Bank of Industry (BoI), the African Development Bank (AfDB), and the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) have collaborated to promote digital literacy in Nigeria. During the bank’s Investment …