How Nigeria seeks to improve passport global ranking through ICAO PKD enrollment
The Interior Minister, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, has announced Nigeria’s enrollment in the International Civil Aviation Organization’s (ICAO) Public Key Directory (PKD)...
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Kenya’s Ruto defends economic measures despite criticism
Kenyan President William Ruto on Thursday defended his push to slash "unnecessary" public debt despite widespread anger over the removal...
Crisis in Myanmar escalates as president warns of potential fragmentation amidst border clashes
Myanmar's junta-backed president, Myint Swe, has issued a stark warning that the nation faces the risk of breaking apart if...
John Frog’s affectionate display with mystery Egyptian beauty sparks romance frenzy
In a surprising turn of events, popular musician John Frog has been setting social media abuzz with his newfound romantic...
PIU training school unleashes new wave of highly skilled DLEAG recruits in Gambia
In a momentous event held on November 8, 2023, Alhaji Bakary Gassama, the esteemed Director General of The Gambia's Drug...
Nigeria: IGP orders posting, redeployment of 14 AIGs, 26 CPs
The Inspector-General of Police (IGP), Kayode Egbetokun, has ordered the posting and redeployment of 14 Assistant Inspectors-General of Police (AIGs)...
Nigerian pastor beaten, almost killed over alleged genital theft
Dr. Aime, a respected lecturer at Akawe Torkula Polytechnic and pastor of the Living Faith Church, found himself at the...
President Kiir’s urgent plea for military support coincides with bilateral talks in Cairo
In a surprising turn of events, President Salva Kiir of South Sudan embarked on an urgent mission to Cairo, seeking...
Inspector General Abdoulie Sanyang commits to transforming Gambia police force
Inspector General Abdoulie Sanyang, the head of The Gambia Police Force, has reaffirmed his unwavering dedication to reforming the country's...
Gunmen kill 13 Islamic school pupils in northwest Nigeria
Gunmen from criminal gangs have killed 13 Islamic seminary pupils during a ceremony celebrating the birth of Prophet Mohammed in...
Gambian trailblazer Sainabou Laye Ndure achieves historic feat, graduates from Oxford with MSc in Genomic Medicine
Sainabou Laye Ndure, a groundbreaking graduate from the University of Oxford, has accomplished a remarkable achievement as the first Gambian...
Blinken issues stern warning against attacks on US troops in Iraq
In a significant and unexpected visit to Baghdad as part of his Middle East tour, US Secretary of State Antony...
Egypt takes vigilant stance as Gaza conflict poses unprecedented threat to national security
In a region riddled with turmoil, Egypt has long maintained a watchful eye on its western neighbor, Libya, and its...
Nigeria: Kangimi triumphs in thrilling showdown, claims 103rd Georgia Cup at Kaduna International Polo Tournament
In a heated competition that captivated spectators and fans alike, the Kaduna-based polo club Kangimi secured a historic victory at...
Major police operation in Gambia cracks down on illegal highway encroachments, leading to 70 arrests
In a significant law enforcement effort aimed at reclaiming public roads and highways in Gambia, the police have apprehended a...
Gambia triumphs in 2023 UNWTO tourism video competition
In a resounding celebration of the power of tourism through film, The Gambia has emerged victorious in the 2023 "UNWTO...
Libya: Explosive blast shakes Zliten, no fatalities
In a harrowing turn of events, the peaceful city of Zliten was jolted by a massive explosion that echoed through...
Humanitarian aid, evacuations continue at Rafah crossing
In a heartening display of international solidarity, a substantial convoy of 73 trucks loaded with crucial humanitarian aid supplies is...
UDP grieves loss of Gambian lives on migrant journey to Spain
In a heart-wrenching incident that underscores the dire circumstances faced by many Gambian youth, the United Democratic Party (UDP) is...
Ghanaian former Ghana captain Asamoah Gyan ordered to compensate ex-wife following divorce, paternity dispute
In a landmark court ruling, former Ghanaian football sensation Asamoah Gyan, renowned as the nation's top goal scorer, has been...
Nigeria: CBN eases fears of cash shortage, assures ample currency notes for economic activities
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has moved swiftly to allay concerns of a cash shortage as reports of alleged...
Saudi Arabia leads in hosting 2034 World Cup as Sole “expression of interest”
FIFA has announced that Saudi Arabia has emerged as the sole "expression of interest" to host the prestigious 2034 World...
Benue State govt destroys N100m worth of expired medicines
The Benue State government has chosen to obliterate approximately N100 million worth of outdated and unnecessary drugs at the Muhammadu...
South Africans brace for tough times as tax hikes loom
Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana has issued a warning to South Africans about the impending tax increases in 2019. With the...
King Charles III holds historic meeting with family of Kenyan rebel leader executed by British
On Wednesday, King Charles III granted a private audience to the family of the iconic Kenyan independence leader, Dedan Kimathi,...
Ghanaian deacon kidnapped in South Africa dramatically rescued from church siege
In a daring operation, Ghanaian deacon Elder Emmanuel Cudjoe, who was abducted during a shocking church service invasion on Sunday,...
Nigeria’s Bubu Ogisi, fashion ‘harbinger’ with African tales
Wearing one of her trademark large hats and dark glasses, Nigerian designer Bubu Ogisi puts a group of models through...
Outcry in Kenya over tax ‘harassment’ of travelers
A move by Kenyan authorities to tax travelers on new or used goods brought into the country has caused an...
Israel-Hamas Conflict: US rejects global calls for cease-fire
In a pivotal development in the ongoing Israel-Hamas conflict, the United States has stood firm in rejecting international appeals for...
Lionel Messi secures 8th Ballon d’Or with stunning World Cup triumph
In a historic night in Paris, France, football legend Lionel Messi added yet another jewel to his glittering career, claiming...
Newly confirmed Inspector-General of Police assumes role in Nigeria
In a significant development, Kayode Egbetokun has officially assumed the role of Inspector-General of Police (IGP) in Nigeria following his...
Kenyan President, William Ruto, defends prolific overseas visits, citing economic gains
In a spirited defense of his frequent international travels, President William Ruto of Kenya has attributed these visits to substantial...
Singing contest amplifies South Africa’s opera dreams
In his previous life, Luvo Maranti didn't read music and the only thing he knew about opera was who Luciano...
Kenya’s Mau Mau: a colonial-era insurgency
Kenya's Mau Mau guerrillas carried out one of the bloodiest insurgencies against British colonial rule, with thousands of people killed...
Highway Showdown: Multi-Agency Task Force thwarts cash-in-transit heist, leaving 4 robbers dead, seizing firearms
In a dramatic and intense operation on October 30, 2023, a multi-disciplinary task force successfully prevented a cash-in-transit robbery between...
South Africa: Aunt arrested for defending self against nephew’s sexual assault
In a shocking turn of events, a 51-year-old woman has been apprehended following a gruesome incident in Limpopo's Dan Village....
Nigeria: Kebbi govt approves new board members for pilgrims welfare
In a significant development, the Kebbi State Pilgrims Welfare Agency (PWA) has greenlit a fresh influx of board members, announced...
U.S. President Joe Biden takes firm stand, excludes 4 African nations from AGOA over rights concerns
In a significant move that has reverberated across the African continent, U.S. President Joe Biden announced on Monday his decision...
Zimbabwean Farmers demand R7b, accuses South African govt of suspending SADC Tribunal
In a startling legal move, a group of former commercial farmers from Zimbabwe has initiated a lawsuit against the South...
Eric Adams’. Community Op-Ed: New Yorkers are Spreading the Love. Here’s how you can get involved
We all love New York City. And this year, New Yorkers have been showing their love by lending a helping...
Senator Nathalia Fernandez recognizes Sheikh Musa Drammeh’s outstanding impact on New York State
In a heartfelt proclamation, New York State Senator, Nathalia Fernandez, has officially recognized the outstanding efforts and unwavering commitment of...
Divisive legacy of a British army base in Kenya
When he was barely a teenager, Kenyan goatherder Lisoka Lesasuyan lost both arms to an unexploded bomb while crossing a...
Mayor of Banjul, Malick Lowe, commends progress in dumpsite clearing, market waste collection
In a recent visit to the ongoing dumpsite clearing operation and market waste collection in Banjul, Mayor Malick Lowe expressed...
Nairobi named best city to travel to in 2024
In a resounding endorsement of its cultural and travel appeal, Kenya's capital, Nairobi, has claimed the title of the "Best...
Projectile strikes injure 6 in Egyptian Red Sea cities
Projectiles have struck two Red Sea cities in Egypt, leaving six people injured. The incident has raised questions about potential...
AfDB, partners vote additional $1bn to fund Nigeria’s SAPZs in 24 states
It was yet another bountiful harvest for the President, Bola Tinubu administration in its investment drive, as the African Development...
Riots, barbed wire: S.Africa’s stormy 1981 rugby tour of New Zealand
All Blacks fans will gather to watch the World Cup final against the Springboks on Saturday, but there was a...
OIC delegation briefs President Barrow on 15th OIC summit preparedness in Gambia
In a significant diplomatic meeting, the Assistant Secretary-General for Political Affairs at the OIC Secretariat, H.E Ambassador Yousef Al-Dobeay, led...
President Barrow leads 26th cabinet session, addresses key economic, environmental issues
In a surprising turn of events, the Gambian President, Adama Barrow, temporarily interrupted his annual leave to preside over the...
Nigeria: Scoring 25% of votes in FCT not mandatory to win presidential election – Supreme court rules
The Supreme Court has upheld the ruling by the Appeal Court that a candidate does not need to get at...