Ivory Coast President Alassane Ouattara is seeking a fourth term, vowing to build on nearly a decade and a half of consistent growth. The election puts Ouattara against two former government ministers as well as the ex-wife and former spokesperson for his predecessor, Laurent Gbagbo. Ouattara is the only candidate with the backing of a […]
Fresh FM Nigeria is set to celebrate its ten years anniversary, outlining its activities for the planned days. This was made known by the management of the media house on the first day of its celebration.
Meanwhile, the Oyo statement has denied reports of taxing the populace for social activities such as burial, naming ceremonies, and weddings. This was disclosed in a statement signed by the Commissioner for Information, Prince Dotun Oyelade, stating that the allegation is false and released for the sole purpose of maligning the government. According to him, […]
The All Progressives Congress (APC), Oyo State chapter, has described the reported introduction of taxes payable by sponsors and organizers of social events to the state government as anti-people, ill-conceived, and unacceptable, calling on the Governor to order a reversal of the policy immediately. This was disclosed in a statement issued and made available to […]
The strength of the opposition has always been crucial for sustaining democracy in Nigeria. However, there are growing concerns that opposition parties are losing relevance, grappling with internal crises, and experiencing significant defections to the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC). Analysts note that recent defections represent some of the most significant shifts in Nigeria’s Fourth […]
Nigerian Police have reportedly arrested human rights activist Omoyele Sowore. Sowore was taken into custody at the Federal High Court in Abuja. This was revealed in a post on X by human rights lawyer Inibehe Effiong, who accused the police and President Bola Tinubu’s administration of undermining Nigeria’s judicial system. Sowore had earlier posted on […]
The Federal Government has approved and released thirty-two point nine billion through the Basic Health Care Provision Fund (BHCPF), marking the third round of disbursements in 2025. The Coordinating Minister of Health and Social Welfare, Professor Muhammad Pate, announced this in a statement urging citizens to actively participate in ensuring the funds are used effectively. […]
Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen will be looking to break a club record when Galatasaray take on Bodo/Glimt in a Champions League game today. Osimhen will be looking to become the first player to score in seven consecutive European games for the Turkish club. He currently shares the record with Burak Yilmaz, who netted in […]
Peru’s President Jose Jeri declared a thirty-day state of emergency in the capital Lima and the neighboring province of Callao, stating that the move was to battle rising crime. The announcement followed the protests held last week that left one person dead and more than one hundred people injured. Jeri revealed that the measure, which […]
The Ugandan Police Force has announced a road accident involving two buses, killing at least sixty-three people and leaving others injured. The crash occurred just after midnight on the highway between the capital Kampala and the northern city of Gulu. Initial investigations suggest it was caused by two buses coming from opposite directions trying to […]