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On the sidelines of the Saudi-Africa Summit, several Saudi dignitaries called on His Excellency Adama Barrow in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, to discuss bilateral and other diplomatic issues of mutual concern to their institutions and The Gambia. In his first engagement on Thursday, 9th November 2023, the President held an audience with the Islamic Development Bank […]
Kenyan President William Ruto on Thursday defended his push to slash “unnecessary” public debt despite widespread anger over the removal of subsidies and a raft of new taxes. His state of the nation address came a day after Finance Minister Njuguna Ndung’u conceded that the country was in a “difficult financial position”. East Africa’s economic […]
Dr. Aime, a respected lecturer at Akawe Torkula Polytechnic and pastor of the Living Faith Church, found himself at the mercy of an enraged mob after being falsely accused of genital theft during a fervent gospel outreach. The incident unfolded on a Wednesday, as Pastor Aime, engrossed in his preaching, reached out to a young […]
Sainabou Laye Ndure, a groundbreaking graduate from the University of Oxford, has accomplished a remarkable achievement as the first Gambian to be awarded the prestigious Africa Oxford Initiative Scholarship. This scholarship secured her a spot among the first 21 students worldwide to be enrolled in the highly esteemed MSc program for Genomic Medicine at Oxford […]
In a significant law enforcement effort aimed at reclaiming public roads and highways in Gambia, the police have apprehended a total of seventy individuals who failed to comply with the ongoing operation targeting illegal encroachments. Last week’s operation resulted in the arrest and subsequent legal actions against the non-compliant individuals. Of the seventy arrested, twenty-eight […]
In a resounding celebration of the power of tourism through film, The Gambia has emerged victorious in the 2023 “UNWTO Tourism Video Competition: “Celebrating the Power of Tourism through Film.” Member States from across the globe participated in this prestigious competition, where their submissions were meticulously evaluated by a distinguished jury comprising top media professionals. […]
In a landmark court ruling, former Ghanaian football sensation Asamoah Gyan, renowned as the nation’s top goal scorer, has been ordered to pay compensation to his ex-wife, Gifty Gyan. The ruling comes after a lengthy and contentious divorce battle that unfolded over three years, featuring allegations of infidelity and doubts about the paternity of their […]
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has moved swiftly to allay concerns of a cash shortage as reports of alleged scarcity of currency notes at banks, automated teller machines (ATMs), Points of Sale, and Bureaux de Change (BDCs) circulate in major cities across the nation. In a statement released by Isa AbdulMumin, Director of Corporate […]
The Benue State government has chosen to obliterate approximately N100 million worth of outdated and unnecessary drugs at the Muhammadu Buhari Mother and Child Hospital in Makurdi. This decisive move was announced by Dr. Stephen Hwande, the Chief Medical Director (CMD) of Benue State University Teaching Hospital (BSUTH), which has annexed the hospital. The wastage […]
In a daring operation, Ghanaian deacon Elder Emmanuel Cudjoe, who was abducted during a shocking church service invasion on Sunday, has been freed by authorities. The incident occurred at the Church of Pentecost in Johannesburg, South Africa’s capital. The dramatic rescue unfolded after a group of armed assailants stormed the church premises, brandishing weapons and […]
Wearing one of her trademark large hats and dark glasses, Nigerian designer Bubu Ogisi puts a group of models through final fittings in preparation days for Lagos Fashion Week — one of the cultural highlights in Nigeria’s economic capital. Dressed in black, white and tan creations with hand-crafted bracelets and collars, models walk by as […]
A move by Kenyan authorities to tax travelers on new or used goods brought into the country has caused an outcry, with lawmakers and even a government minister denouncing the scheme. Although the Kenya Revenue Authority has said the directive is not new, it has triggered confusion and concern, with some complaining of harassment by […]
In a significant development, Kayode Egbetokun has officially assumed the role of Inspector-General of Police (IGP) in Nigeria following his confirmation by the National Police Council. This appointment, made by President Bola Tinubu to replace his predecessor, Usman Baba, has been met with anticipation and approval. The formal confirmation took place during a meeting held […]
Kenya’s Mau Mau guerrillas carried out one of the bloodiest insurgencies against British colonial rule, with thousands of people killed in the brutal crackdown that followed, sparking calls for justice which still resonate in the East African nation. From 1952 to 1960 the fighters — often with dreadlocked hair and wearing animal skins — terrorised […]
In a significant development, the Kebbi State Pilgrims Welfare Agency (PWA) has greenlit a fresh influx of board members, announced by the state’s Governor, Nasir Idris. The announcement was made in a statement released by Alhaji Ahmed Idris, the governor’s chief press secretary, from Birnin Kebbi on a Monday. The consent for this move was […]
In a heartfelt proclamation, New York State Senator, Nathalia Fernandez, has officially recognized the outstanding efforts and unwavering commitment of Sheikh Musa Drammeh. The proclamation acknowledges the diverse and impactful roles that Sheikh Musa Drammeh has played in various spheres, including activism, religious advocacy, interfaith leadership, and community development. Sheikh Musa Drammeh, a co-founder of […]
When he was barely a teenager, Kenyan goatherder Lisoka Lesasuyan lost both arms to an unexploded bomb while crossing a field used in joint military exercises with the British army. For decades Britain has sent its forces to train in central Kenya but their presence has long attracted controversy, with soldiers accused of rape and […]
The Supreme Court has upheld the ruling by the Appeal Court that a candidate does not need to get at least 25% FCT (Federal Capital Territory) votes to be declared as the country’s president. The Appeal Court had on September 6 dismissed the petition filed by Atiku Abubakar of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and […]
Kenya’s central bank chief has said that the country’s currency, currently trading at record lows, has been overvalued for several years. The Kenyan shilling this week slipped to more than 150 to the dollar, a decline of almost 24 percent over a year, and compared to around 100 in October 2018. “I think for several […]
The Lagos State Sexual Offences and Domestic Violence Court, situated in Ikeja, delivered a verdict on Tuesday that sent shockwaves throughout the nation. Dr. Olufemi Olaleye, the Medical Director of the Optimal Cancer Care Foundation, has been sentenced to life imprisonment for the heinous crime of defiling his wife’s 15-year-old niece. Justice Rahman Oshodi presided […]