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PoliticsSep 20From Phoenicians to Franco : Why are these African cities Spanish at all ? This article explores the historical reasons behind the Spanish sovereignty over certain cities in Africa. It examines the geopolitical context from ancient times to the modern era.kenyastar.com · Kenya
PoliticsSep 20Ohanaeze Ndigbo in Oyo backs Adekanmbi for 2027 governorshipOhanaeze Ndigbo in Oyo has declared support for Adekanmbi in the 2027 governorship election. This signals an early endorsement in the regional political landscape.tribuneonlineng.com · Nigeria
ConflictSep 20Wagner and Africa Corps in Central Africa: who makes up Touadéra's Russian assurance?Pionnier de l’alliance avec les bras armés du Kremlin en Afrique, Wagner puis Africa Corps, le président centrafricain a réuni autour de lui des spécialistes de la sécurité mais aussi des professionnels de la propagande ou des exportations minières. Revue de troupes.Jeune Afrique
HealthSep 20RHV, Nisa Premier Hospitals perform first tele-robotic surgery in West AfricaBy Chioma obinna A new chapter opened in Nigeria’s healthcare system at the weekend as surgeons at Redeemer’s Health Village (RHV) Hospital, Lagos, in collaboration with Nisa Premier Hospital, Abuja, successfully performed what they described as the first tele-robotic surgery in West Africa.The landmark procedure saw a surgeon in Lagos remotely operate on a patient […] The post RHV, Nisa Premier Hospitals perform first tele-robotic surgery in West Africa appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
PoliticsSep 20APC’s Kallamu wins Gombe/Kwami /Funakaye Federal Constituency by-election – OfficialMr Gurama, a professor, said Mr Kallamu polled 41,121 votes to defeat candidates of the Labour Party (LP), All Progressives Movement (APM) and New Nigeria Peoples Party (NDP). The post APC’s Kallamu wins Gombe/Kwami /Funakaye Federal Constituency by-election – Official appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.Premium Times
ConflictSep 20Plateau attacks: Women, children flee Barkin Ladi as gunshots persistVanguard Nigeria
PoliticsSep 20Niger, Ondo Deaths: Falana Calls For Prosecution Of SuspectsHe also called on authorities to ensure that detention facilities comply with the United Nations Standard Minimum Rules for the Treatment of Prisoners, popularly known as the Nelson Mandela Rules. The post Niger, Ondo Deaths: Falana Calls For Prosecution Of Suspects appeared first on Channels Television.Channels TV
ConflictSep 20Toyota War: how Chad defeated Gaddafi's army with pick-up trucksEn 1987, des combattants tchadiens équipés de pick-up mobiles infligent une série de défaites spectaculaires à l’armée libyenne. Une guerre qui continue d’éclairer les conflits asymétriques au Sahel.BBC Afrique
BusinessSep 20Nigeria's onion dispute with Ghana tests West African free tradeCheaper Nigerian onions may once again be heading to Ghana after a dispute between traders was resolved last month. But the row has exposed a wider problem for West Africa's growing free trade area: what happens when the free movement of goods puts pressure on local producers?RFI [en]
WorldSep 20NDLEA intercepts N3.4bn loud, opioids, arrests fake police officer, mechanic-drug dealer“Investigation established that the suspect had long paraded himself as Godwin Emeka, a Deputy Superintendent of Police, using a forged ID card to escape scrutiny at checkpoints while transporting illicit consignments.'' The post NDLEA intercepts N3.4bn loud, opioids, arrests fake police officer, mechanic-drug dealer appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.Premium Times
WorldSep 20‘We’re terrified all the time’: Fear and anger in South Africa after nine women’s bodies found in three monthsThe Independent World
PoliticsSep 202027: APC group warns Obi, NDC over result transmissionBy Ugochukwu Alaribe UMUAHIA — A pro-All Progressives Congress (APC) group, Renewed Hope for Greater Nigeria (RHGN), has urged the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) and its presidential candidate, Peter Obi, to clarify plans for independently transmitting polling-unit election results during the 2027 general elections. The group warned against what it described as an attempt to […] The post 2027: APC group warns Obi, NDC over result transmission appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
PoliticsSep 202027: Nwuche urges APC women to mobilise for TinubuRivers APC reaffirms support for Rainbow Coalition By Davies Iheamnachor PORT HARCOURT — Chairman of the Governing Board of the South-South Development Commission (SSDC), Prince Chibudom Nwuche, has urged women of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Rivers State to approach the 2027 campaign for President Bola Tinubu’s re-election with dedication, discipline and integrity. Nwuche, […] The post 2027: Nwuche urges APC women to mobilise for Tinubu appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
WorldSep 20U-20 Women’s World Cup: 1 semi-final fixture confirmed as Nigeria face ColombiaItaly and Spain have secured their places in the semi-finals of the 2026 FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup in Poland, as Nigeria look to take on Colombia in the quarter-finals. The post U-20 Women’s World Cup: 1 semi-final fixture confirmed as Nigeria face Colombia appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
WorldSep 20Coalition defends NSCDC chief over Minna deathsRejects calls for Audi’s removal, urges probe to run its course The Centre for Justice for Common Nigeria, under the Coalition of Nigerian Civil Society Organisations, has rejected calls for the removal of the Commandant-General of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), Professor Ahmed Abubakar Audi, over the deaths of 37 suspected illegal […] The post Coalition defends NSCDC chief over Minna deaths appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
HealthSep 20Congo begins Ebola vaccinations for health workers in the epicenter of the outbreak – WTOP NewsCongo has initiated Ebola vaccinations for health workers in the outbreak's epicenter, marking a crucial step in combating the spread of the disease.wtop.com · United States
PoliticsSep 20Uganda suspends military ties with Turkey over extradition of Museveni criticUganda has suspended its military ties with Turkey following a dispute over the extradition of a critic of President Museveni. This action reflects strained diplomatic relations between the two countries due to a contentious political issue.aol.co.uk · United Kingdom
WorldSep 202Baba’s kids, industry stars attend his 51st birthday album listening party, Natasha absentThe singer also used the occasion to introduce his latest business venture, a food brand. The post 2Baba’s kids, industry stars attend his 51st birthday album listening party, Natasha absent appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.Premium Times
DisasterSep 20Six Killed, Two Injured in Kogi Road CrashResidents of Odo-Ape reportedly joined efforts to rescue victims from the wreckage before emergency responders arrived at the scene. The post Six Killed, Two Injured in Kogi Road Crash appeared first on Channels Television.Channels TV
PoliticsSep 20Catholic Bishops oppose foreign aid regulation billBy Olayinka Latona ABUJA — The Catholic Bishops Conference of Nigeria, CBCN, has called on the National Assembly and the Federal Government to halt moves to enact the Foreign Aids (Regulation, Transparency and Disclosure) Bill 2026, warning that the proposed legislation could undermine humanitarian activities and fundamental freedoms. The bishops also decried the worsening security […] The post Catholic Bishops oppose foreign aid regulation bill appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
PoliticsSep 202027: ‘Ignore opposition tactics’, APC chieftain urges Tinubu to focus on governanceOyintiloye said the President should urgently support security agencies to intensify surveillance, strengthen inter-agency collaboration and take proactive measures to safeguard lives and property amid emerging security concerns. The post 2027: ‘Ignore opposition tactics’, APC chieftain urges Tinubu to focus on governance appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
WorldSep 20NDLEA Intercepts N3.4bn Drugs, Arrests Fake Police OfficerThe drugs were discovered concealed in 31 black jumbo bags loaded inside two Toyota Sienna vehicles packed in a 40-foot container. The post NDLEA Intercepts N3.4bn Drugs, Arrests Fake Police Officer appeared first on Channels Television.Channels TV
WorldSep 20N3.4bn drug bust: NDLEA arrests fake police, mechanicRecords major drug seizures across eight states, FCT By Olasunkanmi Akoni ABUJA — Operatives of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency, NDLEA, have intercepted more than 1.3 million pills and capsules of tramadol and other opioids, as well as 6,000kg of cannabis, in a series of operations across eight states and the Federal Capital Territory. […] The post N3.4bn drug bust: NDLEA arrests fake police, mechanic appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
PoliticsSep 20Akpabio in Italy prays for banditry, terrorism to end in NigeriaAkpabio visited the Prayer Ground of St. Padre Pio at St Giovanni Rotondo in Italy to pray for peaceful 2027 elections and an end to banditry and terrorism in Nigeria. The post Akpabio in Italy prays for banditry, terrorism to end in Nigeria appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria