Foreign

196 Results / Page 3 of 22

Foreign

Peter Obi Explains Why He Would Have Handled Subsidy Removal Differently

Former Anambra State governor and 2027 presidential hopeful Peter Obi has clarified that he was never against the removal of fuel subsidy, insisting that he would have implemented the policy in a more organised and gradual manner. Obi said there was “nothing wrong” with removing the subsidy, which he described as a system plagued by corruption, but faulted the way President Bola Ahmed Tinubu's administration announced and implemented the policy. […]

today17 June 2026 4

Foreign

South Africa Mourns Jazz Legend Abdullah Ibrahim Who Dies at 91

South African jazz icon and anti-apartheid music pioneer Abdullah Ibrahim has died at the age of 91, his family has confirmed. The internationally acclaimed pianist passed away peacefully in Germany after a short illness, surrounded by loved ones, prompting tributes from across the world. Born in Cape Town in 1934, Ibrahim—originally known as Dollar Brand rose to global prominence through a career spanning more than seven decades, blending jazz with […]

today16 June 2026 4

Foreign

Gunmen Attack NIPSS Facility in Plateau, Kill Two Soldiers and One Police Officer

Suspected gunmen have attacked the National Institute for Policy and Strategic Studies (NIPSS) in Kuru, near Jos in Plateau State, killing two soldiers and one police officer in a late-night assault that briefly disrupted security around the strategic national institution. The attackers reportedly stormed the area around 11:40 p.m. on Monday, opening fire on security personnel stationed at the facility. A fierce exchange of gunfire followed as guards attempted to […]

today16 June 2026 6

Foreign

Nigerian Government Denies Claims of Cyberattack on Education Data Platform

The Federal Government has dismissed reports suggesting that its education data platform was hit by a cyberattack, clarifying that there is no evidence of any breach or disruption to the system. Authorities say the Nigeria Education Management Information System (NEMIS), which stores and manages nationwide education data including school records, student enrolment, and teacher information, remains secure and fully operational. The clarification comes after concerns were raised about a possible […]

today16 June 2026 4

Foreign

Trump Announces Iran Deal Amid Uncertainty Over Strait of Hormuz Reopening

Donald Trump says a new agreement with Iran has been reached to end months of conflict and gradually reopen the Strait of Hormuz, a critical global oil shipping route. The announcement has sparked cautious optimism but also doubts over whether the deal will fully hold. The reported framework includes a phased 60-day ceasefire, during which wider negotiations are expected to continue on Iran’s nuclear programme, sanctions relief, and regional security […]

today16 June 2026 4

Foreign

Ghana Outrage Grows as “South Africa Must Go” Trend Sparks Xenophobia Debate

A wave of anger has spread across Ghana after the slogan “South Africa Must Go” began trending online, following renewed reports of xenophobic attacks against African migrants in South Africa. The reaction reflects growing frustration among Ghanaians who say repeated violence against foreigners has not been adequately addressed. The backlash comes amid fresh incidents of anti migrant violence in South Africa affecting nationals from several African countries, including Ghana. Reports […]

today16 June 2026 9

Foreign

Ebola Recoveries Spark Hope in Eastern DR Congo as Outbreak Continues

Health workers in Northeastern Democratic Republic of Congo have been celebrating rare moments of relief as Ebola patients recover from an outbreak that has already killed more than 140 people in Ituri province. One of the latest survivors, 49 year old Daniel Kitambala, was discharged after about three weeks of treatment and two negative tests confirming he was free of the virus. His recovery at the Mongbwalu treatment centre was […]

today16 June 2026 6

Foreign

Uganda Army Chief Faces Backlash After Boasting About Opposition Lawyer’s Detention

Uganda's military chief Muhoozi Kainerugaba, has sparked widespread outrage after publicly celebrating the detention of opposition politician and lawyer Erias Lukwago on social media. The incident has intensified concerns about political repression and the state of democracy in the East African nation. Lukwago, a former mayor of Kampala and a prominent opposition figure, was reportedly taken from his home by armed security personnel while preparing legal action against Kainerugaba. The […]

today16 June 2026 15

Foreign

Nigeria Reintegrates Nearly 10,000 Ex Boko Haram Fighters as Debate Over Security Persists

Nigeria has announced that nearly 10,000 former Boko Haram fighters have been reintegrated into society through its Operation Safe Corridor programme, a government initiative aimed at rehabilitating and deradicalising repentant insurgents. Officials say the programme encourages fighters to surrender, undergo vocational training and counselling and return to civilian life as part of efforts to weaken extremist groups operating in the country's northeast. The development comes more than a decade after […]

today16 June 2026 6

Loadingsync

Loading...