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National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang'ula honored his late brother, James Mukhwana Wetang'ula, during a family burial in Bungoma County. He described his brother as a devout Catholic, a trusted advisor, and a private individual who dedicated his life to teaching and community service. The...

President Vladimir Putin stated that Russia harbors no plans for further military conflicts, provided other nations show appropriate respect for its interests. He made these comments during a lengthy televised question-and-answer session, dismissing claims of potential attacks on Europe as...

India's new High Commissioner to Kenya, Swaika, laid out his main goals following his recent appointment. His priorities include boosting economic ties, expanding tech partnerships, and strengthening cultural links between the two nations. He framed the relationship as historically close but now...

Former President Uhuru Kenyatta visited the Kabarak home of the late Daniel Moi. He placed a wreath at the graves of Moi and his wife, Lena, highlighting a political connection between Kenya's first two presidential families. The event was attended by Moi's son, Gideon Moi. Moi, the country's...

Coco Gauff is the top-earning female athlete for the second straight year. The tennis player pulled in about 33 million dollars, with most of it coming from deals with companies like New Balance and Mercedes-Benz. Her on-court wins, including a French Open title, accounted for a smaller portion...

A group handling the Most Influential People of African Descent awards just met with Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu. The delegation, led by MIPAD president Kamil Olufowobi, presented the governor with an award for being the most influential governor this year. They recognized his work...

President Bola Tinubu called his path to the office incredibly difficult. He made these comments during a national meeting of his party, the All Progressives Congress, in Abuja. Tinubu told attendees that both his campaign and the country faced major hurdles before the last election. He pointed...

The wife of IPOB leader Nnamdi Kanu has shared details about his kidnapping years ago. Uchechigeme Anyanwuotu Okwu-Kanu posted online that her husband was taken by force in 2009. She identified those responsible as followers of Ralph Uwazuruike, who leads the MASSOB group. The abduction happened...

President Tinubu warned state governors that he will sign an Executive Order on local government funding. He told party leaders at an APC meeting that states must comply with the recent Supreme Court ruling. The court mandated direct financial allocations to local councils from the national...

President Tinubu has declared all armed groups operating without state authority as terrorists. This new doctrine includes bandits, Fulani militias, violent cults, and foreign mercenaries. He announced the policy while presenting next year's national budget to lawmakers. The strategy represents...

A key group from Nigeria's oil-producing region supports current government reforms in the energy sector. The Pan Niger Delta Forum, or PANDEF, endorsed the changes at a news conference in Abuja. Its chairman, Godknows Igali, praised President Tinubu's appointment of Oritsemeyiwa Eyesan to lead...

A Nigerian military aircraft detained in Burkina Faso has moved to Ghana. The C-130 plane and its crew are safe after a precautionary landing in Bobo Dioulasso. They are en route to Portugal for scheduled maintenance stops. Air Force spokesperson Ehimen Ejodame confirmed the update from Abuja...

Former Senate leader Bukola Saraki dismissed claims that his political party is collapsing. He spoke at a PDP youth event in Ilorin marking his birthday. Saraki acknowledged internal party disputes but expressed confidence they would be resolved. He revealed that two factions within the party...

Radio host MisRed is catching heat from political activists after a listener poll. Her ZiFM Stereo show named former opposition politician Fadzayi Mahere as Zimbabwean of the Year. The station is owned by a member of the ruling party's politburo. The poll included several ruling party members...

A government minister praised a local councilor during a charity event in Norton. Youth Empowerment Minister Tino Machakaire commended Ward 7 Councilor Tinashe Machemedze at Ngoni Stadium. The event distributed groceries, wheelchairs, and holiday hampers to elderly and disabled residents...

The coach of Abakaliki FC is demanding a strong performance from his squad. Starplus Anistar told his players their upcoming match against Osun United is a battle. He emphasized the need for hard work and a positive reaction on the field. The team travels to face Osun United at the Lanreleke...

Nigeria's first AFCON opponent has arrived in Morocco. The Tanzanian national team landed in Fez after a training camp in Egypt. They will face the Super Eagles in the opening Group C match next week. This will be only the second time the two nations have met in the tournament's history. Their...

Chelsea has given a first professional deal to academy striker Chizaram Ezenwata. The young forward moved to the club from Charlton Athletic during his under fifteen season. An England youth international, he has progressed through their Cobham training system. Ezenwata currently tops the...

Midfielder Wilfred Ndidi is the new captain of Nigeria's national team. His appointment follows the international retirement of former skipper William Troost-Ekong. The Super Eagles made the announcement on their official social media account. The Besiktas player called it a huge...

Ivory Coast will be without striker Sebastien Haller for the AFCON tournament. He sustained an injury playing for his club FC Utrecht. Aston Villa forward Evann Guessand has been called up as his replacement on the squad. Haller scored the championship-winning goal against Nigeria in the final...