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WorldSep 12Africa: Rethinking the city of tomorrowHow should we envision the African city of tomorrow? A city adapted to population growth and climate change, and freed from a colonial past that is still very much present in some places. Africa’s first pan-African architecture biennale, held this week in Kenya, is seeking to answer that question.France 24 [en]
Sci & TechSep 12Senegal: Building a home-grown space industryAfrica’s space ambitions are gathering pace, and Senegal is determined not just to put satellites into orbit, but to build them at home. Senegalese engineers are already mastering satellite manufacturing in France, with the goal of bringing that expertise back to their country and developing a home-grown space industry.France 24 [en]
BusinessSep 12Niger: Kafra oil block could hold 2.5 billion barrelsNiger’s oil minister held a press conference on Wednesday to address a key issue for the country: the oil reserves Niger could rely on to fuel its development. Most of Niger’s oil production is currently operated by Chinese companies, but one area — the Kafra oil block — could become a cornerstone of economic cooperation with neighbouring Algeria. Active drilling has begun in the block, with the minister announcing that the zone could hold an estimated 2.5 billion barrels of oil. Our correspondent Harold Girard tells us more.France 24 [en]
PoliticsSep 12Jigawa Pilgrims Welfare Board exhausts 2027 Hajj slots, requests more seatsThe Director General expressed optimism that the national commission will approve the request in good time to allow more intending pilgrims to complete their documentation. The post Jigawa Pilgrims Welfare Board exhausts 2027 Hajj slots, requests more seats appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.Premium Times
DisasterSep 12Cameroon's economic capital Douala wakes up underwater after heavy rainsA large area of Douala woke up underwater following the heavy rains that struck overnight from Thursday into Friday. While the full extent of the damage remains unclear, the meteorological service is warning residents to prepare for even heavier rainfall in the coming days.Africanews [en]
DisasterBreakingSep 12DR Congo: At least 24 children die in school fireFrance 24 [en]
PoliticsSep 12Ex-PDP chair Bamanga Tukur dies at 90Family sources confirmed Bamanga Tukur’s passing on Saturday. The post Ex-PDP chair Bamanga Tukur dies at 90 appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.Premium Times
WorldSep 12MOVIE REVIEW: ‘Ordinary People’ has all the ingredients, but too much on its plateRamsey Nouah, Chidi Mokeme, Adunni Ade and others headline an ambitious thriller where seemingly respectable neighbours are anything but ordinary. The post MOVIE REVIEW: ‘Ordinary People’ has all the ingredients, but too much on its plate appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.Premium Times
WorldSep 12Uganda's King Oyo buried amid bitter succession disputeAs mourners gathered in western Uganda on Saturday for the burial of King Oyo, his Tooro kingdom is embroiled in a bitter dispute over his successor.Africanews [en]
WorldSep 12Suspected vehicle theft kingpin arrested in OgunThe Ogun State Police Command has arrested a 28-year-old suspected vehicle theft kingpin, Mosuru Issa, and recovered a stolen wine-coloured Toyota Camry along the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway. The post Suspected vehicle theft kingpin arrested in Ogun appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
WorldSep 12Ooni, wife unveil twins’ faces, names after traditional rites (PHOTOS)PREMIUM TIMES reported that the Ooni announced the twins' birth in March. The post Ooni, wife unveil twins’ faces, names after traditional rites (PHOTOS) appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.Premium Times
WorldSep 12IGP not opposed to citizens recording police officers – Media aideThe Nigeria Police Force has clarified that Inspector-General of Police (IGP) Olatunji Disu is not opposed to citizens recording police officers while carrying out their duties in public. The post IGP not opposed to citizens recording police officers – Media aide appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
WorldSep 12Meet 68-yrr-old Nigerian grandfather who bagged first-class degree in UK“Part of the inspiration was to empower people to empower themselves, and part of the motivation was to be a voice to the voiceless – that was my inner drive,” he said. The post Meet 68-yr-old Nigerian grandfather who bagged first-class degree in UK appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
WorldSep 12Kenya quest to host Africa Recording Academy HQ gets a boostKenya’s quest to host an Africa Recording Academy headquarters received a boost Friday when the Recording Academy officials said plans to set the ball rolling on key milestones were underway and that Kenyan mentee artists would travel to the United States next month.Africanews [en]
PoliticsSep 12Interior minister orders probe into alleged second passport issued to embattled Abuja realtorThe accusing lawyers said Ms Godwin-Isaac had reported her earlier passport missing or stolen and later obtained another passport. The post Interior minister orders probe into alleged second passport issued to embattled Abuja realtor appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.Premium Times
HealthSep 12DR Congo Ebola Epidemic Passes 7,000 Cases, Worst EverChannels TV
PoliticsSep 12A New Year , An Old Challenge : Ethiopia Unfinished TransitionEthiopia faces an ongoing challenge in its unfinished political transition at the start of a new year. This indicates continued political instability and governance issues within the country.thereporterethiopia.com · Ethiopia
PoliticsSep 122027 : Imansuagbon Urges South To Back Atiku , Says Nigeria Needs Unifier – THISDAYLIVEImansuagbon has urged the South to support Atiku, stating that Nigeria requires a unifier for the 2027 elections. This indicates political maneuvering and calls for national unity ahead of future elections.thisdaylive.com · Nigeria
ConflictSep 12Insecurity : SSTA seeks joint action by Sokoto , Katsina , Zamfara Govs to protect mass transitThe SSTA is requesting joint action from the governors of Sokoto, Katsina, and Zamfara to address insecurity and protect mass transit. This highlights a regional security concern affecting public transportation and requiring inter-state cooperation.quicknews-africa.net · Nigeria
WorldSep 12Preserving Soulful Grooves : | The Reporter EthiopiaThe article discusses the preservation of "soulful grooves," likely referring to music or cultural heritage, and is published by "The Reporter Ethiopia." It highlights cultural preservation efforts in Ethiopia.thereporterethiopia.com · Ethiopia
WorldSep 12King Oyo , once the world youngest monarch , to be buried in western UgandaKing Oyo, formerly the world's youngest monarch, is scheduled to be buried in western Uganda. This marks the funeral of a notable royal figure.timeslive.co.za · South Africa
WorldSep 12List of countries offering eVisa to Nigerians in 2026Nigerian passport holders can travel to a number of countries by applying for a visa electronically instead of visiting an embassy or submitting a traditional paper visa application. The post List of countries offering eVisa to Nigerians in 2026 appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
WorldSep 12It's been 7 years since I've been waiting for my son to call me momRehema, qui s'est fait connaître sur la scène gospel d'Afrique de l'Est dès le début de l'année 2020 grâce à des titres tels que "Chanzo", "Ndiyo Yako" et "Nina Ushuhuda", explique qu'à cette époque, elle luttait contre le chagrin et l'amertume liés à son refus d'accepter l'état de santé de son premier enfant.BBC Afrique
PoliticsSep 12Atiku’s subsidy plan failed under Obasanjo – Presidency"Nigeria tried your production-subsidy to local refineries idea while you were Vice President. We know the shambolic results" The post Atiku’s subsidy plan failed under Obasanjo – Presidency appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
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