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Zimbabwe Faces Severe Food Crisis Amidst Drought
In a dire announcement, the Zimbabwean government has warned that approximately 2.7 million people are at risk of hunger this year due to heavy drought wreaking havoc on agricultural yields.
The effects are palpable in villages like Buhera, where residents … Continue Reading
Federal High Court Orders Binance to Provide Data on Nigerian Traders to EFCC
The Federal High Court sitting in Abuja has issued an interim order directing Binance Holdings Limited to furnish the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) with comprehensive data about individuals from Nigeria engaged in trading on its platform.
The order, … Continue Reading
US Students Raise Funds to Send Beloved Security Guard on Emotional Return Trip to Nigeria
In a touching display of compassion and solidarity, a group of college students in Rhode Island has rallied together to facilitate a surprise trip for their cherished security guard, enabling him to reunite with his family in Nigeria after more … Continue Reading
Nigeria Set to Secure $500 Million World Bank Loan for Rural Access and Agricultural Marketing Project (RAAMP-SU)
The Federal Government of Nigeria is on the brink of securing a significant financial boost, with the World Bank poised to approve a $500 million loan for the Rural Access and Agricultural Marketing Project – Scale Up (RAAMP-SU).
This initiative … Continue Reading
World Bank’s IDA Advocates for Record Funding Amid Escalating Debt and Climate Crises
The International Development Association (IDA), the World Bank’s fund dedicated to the planet’s poorest nations, is pushing for unprecedented funding to tackle the mounting challenges posed by sovereign debt and climate crises. Dirk Reinermann, the head of resource mobilization at … Continue Reading
“Squid Game” Actor, O Yeong-su Convicted of Sexual Misconduct
Veteran actor O Yeong-su, renowned for his role in the global hit Netflix series “Squid Game,” has been found guilty of sexual misconduct by a South Korean court.
The 79-year-old actor received an eight-month suspended sentence and was … Continue Reading
Nigeria Emerges as Africa’s Leading Importer of Refined Petrol from Europe, Reports S&P Global Commodity Insights
S&P Global Commodity Insights analysts have disclosed that Nigeria has assumed the position of Africa’s primary importer of refined petrol, amid a surge in petrol shipments from Europe to the continent.
Following the European Union’s ban on Russian oil since … Continue Reading
Iron Lung Survivor Paul Alexander Passes Away at 78: A Life of Resilience and Achievement
Paul Alexander, who lived with polio and relied on an iron lung for over seven decades, died at the age of 78.
US legislative vote to Permanently ban tikTok
The House of Representatives in the United States voted on Wednesday to pass legislation that could potentially ban the popular video-sharing app TikTok in the country.
The bipartisan vote, with a tally of 352-65 and one member voting present, reflects … Continue Reading
Telegram Surpasses 900 Million Users, Eyes Profitability and Potential IPO
Pavel Durov, the founder of Telegram has revealed that the popular messaging platform has soared to new heights, boasting a staggering 900 million monthly active users.
With this significant milestone, Durov shared insights into Telegram’s remarkable journey, shedding light on … Continue Reading