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In a bid to foster tourism and investment opportunities throughout the African continent, Daylight Africa, the pioneering continentwide tourism platform, is gearing up to mark its second annual event, Daylight Africa Week. This was disclosed in a statement signed by Sheikh Musa Drammeh, the visionary founder of Daylight Africa, on Thursday August 31, 2023. According […]
Here in New York City, the three-day Labor Day weekend marks the beginning of a new year in many ways. Many of us are enjoying the last days of summer, traveling or spending time with friends and family, and our children are getting ready to return to school. This chance to relax and recharge is […]
In a shocking turn of events, soldiers in Gabon have seized power, suspending democratic rule and sparking fears of an escalating crisis of coups in Africa. The unfolding drama has sent shockwaves through the country and beyond, as army officers took to the national television to announce their takeover. The soldiers, in a televised address […]
In a candid and impassioned statement, Francis Ngannou, the reigning MMA champion, has fired back at those who doubt his abilities ahead of his highly anticipated showdown against boxing heavyweight Tyson Fury. Speaking with fervor and determination, Ngannou reflected on his journey and resolutely stated his commitment to proving his critics wrong. In a recent […]
In an official statement, Mohammed Malagi, the Minister of Information and National Orientation, has provided rationale for the recent removal of subsidy in Nigeria. Malagi asserted that the decision, spearheaded by President Bola Tinubu, is poised to yield favorable outcomes for the nation. During a meeting on Tuesday with Governor Umar Bago of Niger State […]
International leaders have sent congratulatory messages to President Emmerson Mnangagwa, despite the opposition’s claims of a “sham” election. South African President Cyril Ramaphosa, China, and Russia were among the first to extend their best wishes to Mnangagwa. South Africa’s President Ramaphosa took to Twitter to congratulate Mnangagwa on securing his second five-year term. In a […]
Nigerian authorities apprehended over 60 individuals following a same-sex wedding ceremony. This mass detention underscores the prevailing intolerance towards homosexuality in the West African nation. The incident occurred in Ekpan town, located in the southern Delta state, where police took action against the “gay suspects” during the early hours of Monday. As per Bright Edafe, […]
In a dramatic turn of events, Ange Postecoglou, the newly appointed Tottenham Hotspur manager, faced his first taste of defeat as his team fell to Fulham in a gripping League Cup second-round encounter that ended in a nail-biting penalty shootout. The match, which took place on Tuesday, saw Fulham emerge victorious with a 5-3 penalty […]
In a groundbreaking initiative aimed at empowering the youth of Banjul, Rohey Malick Lowe, the Mayor of Banjul, unveiled her highly anticipated youth volunteerism project at the iconic Arch 22. The project, poised to revolutionize opportunities for young people, has garnered international support from esteemed organizations, including the United Nations Office for South-South Cooperation. In […]
Mayor of Banjul, Malick Lowe, has kicked off Banjul Nawettan Super Cup. The event was held on Friday August 25, 2023, at the Banjul Mini Stadium. According to Lowe, the cup is the curtain raiser of the annual Nawettan football competition in Banjul. “I kicked off the curtain raiser of the annual Banjul Nawettan Super […]
In a notable development, the widely-used instant messaging platform, WhatsApp, has announced a significant enhancement that grants users the ability to establish groups within the application without the requirement of assigning them conventional names. The announcement was made by none other than Mark Zuckerberg, the Chief Executive Officer of Meta, the parent company of WhatsApp. […]
In the aftermath of a controversial stomping incident that occurred during Nigeria’s encounter with the Lionesses in the FIFA Women’s World Cup round of 16, Super Falcons’ player Michelle Alozie has firmly denied engaging in a private dialogue with English forward Lauren James. Speculation had circulated that a private exchange took place between the two […]
Former Minister of Petroleum Resources, Diezani Alison-Madueke, will appear in court in the British capital on October 2 after being charged with bribery offences relating to her time in office, the UK National Crime Agency said on Tuesday. Alison-Madueke has been on bail since first being arrested in London in October 2015. Soon after her […]
The Muslim Rights Concern (MURIC), an Islamic human rights organization, has urged the Nigerian Senate to disclose the specific security concerns outlined in the report that led to the rejection of Mallam Nasir El-Rufai’s ministerial nomination. The former governor of Kaduna State faced denial of clearance by the Senate on August 5, 2023, based on […]
The New York Muslim community has announced the death of Imam Ayub Abdul Baki, a revered spiritual leader known for his dedication to faith and community. Imam Baki’s passing on August 22, 2023, at Jamaica Hospital in Queens has left a profound void in the hearts of those who knew him. Imam Shamsi conveyed the […]
This past week we made it official: outdoor dining is here to stay. New Yorkers were hungry for an outdoor dining program that was cleaner, safer, and healthier. And by signing a new bill to bring al fresco dining to all five boroughs, we’ve delivered for them. Our new outdoor dining program, “Dining Out NYC,” […]
Borno State Governor, Babagana Umara Zulum, on Monday, distributed food palliative to 12,200 vulnerable households living in Muna, Custom and Ngwom communities. At least 73,200 persons will benefit as each of the 12,200 households is made up of six persons. The palliative distribution was to ease the hardship from the removal of the fuel subsidy. […]
Gambian President Adama Barrow has taken a significant fiscal measure by instituting a suspension of foreign travel for officials, including himself, in a bid to curb public expenditure. The decision was communicated on Saturday through a statement made by a government spokesperson. In a demonstrative act of financial prudence, President Barrow executed an executive order […]
President Bola Tinubu has tasked Nigerians to endure the suffering emanating from the removal of fuel subsidy as a price that must be paid for a better tomorrow. “These pains are the pains of birth, birth of a new nation. We know the removal of fuel subsidy has created some pains and that is why […]
In a heart-wrenching turn of events, the northern region of Tigray in Ethiopia has witnessed a devastating loss of human life as approximately 1,400 individuals succumbed to starvation. This dire situation stems from the suspension of vital food aid due to rampant theft within the area, a senior official has confirmed. The distressing scenario unfolded […]