insert_link Africa Two Nigerian police officers killed after a clash with the Islamic Movement of Nigeria A clash between police and the Islamic Movement of Nigeria also known as Shi'ites, has left 2 police officers dead and three others unconscious.The incident occurred during the IMN's annual Arba'een symbolic trek, an Islamic religious practice, in Abuja. today27 August, 2024
insert_link Africa TikTok Announces Industry-First Sub-Saharan Africa Safety Advisory Council TikTok is taking major steps to boost safety on its platform across Sub-Saharan Africa with the launch of its inaugural Safety Advisory Council and the expansion of its #SaferTogether community education campaign. By partnering with key stakeholders, including policymakers, members from academia, NGOs, and community leaders, TikTok aims to foster a collaborative approach to ensuring a secure and positive platform environment. This announcement was made at TikTok's Safety Summit […] today22 August, 2024
insert_link Africa Sex and alcohol in Nigeria: marketing tactics send dangerous messages to young drinkers By Emeka Dumbili, University College Dublin Nigeria has a high rate of heavy drinking among young people. One study found that 55.8% of teenagers between 15 and 19 years old had engaged in binge drinking in the past month. The World Health Organization has shown that strictly limiting alcohol advertising and reducing alcohol availability are among the most effective measures to prevent heavy alcohol consumption. But Nigeria has […] today19 August, 2024
insert_link Africa Gunmen Kidnap 20 Medical Students in Nigeria About 20 students of medicine have been kidnapped in Nigeria. They were traveling from the northern part of the country to the southern region when they were intercepted and taken away. Tesem Akende reports. today19 August, 2024
insert_link Sport Paris 2024: How Africa performed in Paris and the road to the 2028 LA Olympics By Stephen Granger, via bird story agency For a little over two weeks, hundreds of thousands of Paris-based spectators and billions globally were treated to another edition of ‘The Greatest Show on Earth’. The Olympic Games have no equal as a vehicle to show off the extraordinary sporting talent of the human race. Tickets for sports, which normally would scarcely attract more than the families of the participants, […] today15 August, 2024
insert_link Africa Nigeria’s highest court says local governments can spend their funds without interference: why this matters By Abiodun Odusote, University of Lagos Nigeria’s Supreme Court has affirmed the financial autonomy of the country’s 774 local government areas. It upheld the suit brought by the federal government to strengthen the independence of local governments in the country. Nigeria’s attorney-general and minister of justice filed the suit in May. Local governments have been hampered in most states, where the governors seize their federal allocations and only […] today14 August, 2024
insert_link Africa Nigeria mandates health form for incoming air passengers Nigeria's government has directed air passengers coming into the country to fill out a health declaration form as part of measures against the Mpox outbreak and other infectious diseases. According to The Vanguard, the mpox strain known as Clade Ib, which has been rapidly spreading in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) since September, is both more deadly and more easily transmitted than earlier strains. This strain, transmitted […] today12 August, 2024
insert_link Africa Tragic Boat Explosion in Bayelsa, Nigeria, Claims 20 Lives At least 20 people died in Bayelsa, Nigeria, when a wooden boat carrying traders caught fire and exploded on a river says Reuters. The boat was transporting goods to coastal communities, a routine trip in the region. Boat accidents are common in Nigeria, with over 200 deaths reported last year, often due to overcrowding and poor maintenance. today9 August, 2024
insert_link Africa Nigeria Detains Tailors for Making Russian Flags Amid Protests Nigeria has detained several tailors and their sponsors for making Russian flags used in anti-government protests. The Department of State Services is investigating the matter, labeling the display of foreign flags during protests as a "treasonable offence." Reports Reuters. Protests against economic reforms have been ongoing since August 1, particularly in northern states. The Russian embassy denies involvement, and analysts suggest the use of Russian flags reflects discontent with government […] today7 August, 2024
