Luis Rubiales trial ends: verdict awaited on non-consensual kiss
The trial of Luis Rubiales, the former head of Spanish football, concluded on Friday.
Man sues US firm after wife killed in Africa Hippo attack
A New Jersey man whose wife was killed in a horrific hippopotamus attack last year during a safari in Africa is suing the U.S. company that arranged the trip, alleging it failed to ensure their safety and did not adequately screen and supervise the tour guides.
24 killed in bus-truck collision in Zimbabwe
The bus was travelling from the capital, Harare, to Beitbridge with 65 passengers on board.
Congolese musician killed while filming music video in conflict-hit Goma
Idengo was renowned for his politically charged songs that criticized both the government and rebels. His latest track, Bunduki (Swahili for “weapon”), condemned the rebel occupation of Goma.
Zelensky to address African Union Summit via video amid opposition
President Zelensky says he will be attending the upcoming African Union summit via video link despite some opposition
Nigerian lawmakers approve $200 million to offset shortfall from US health aid cuts
Nigeria, Africa’s most populous country with more than 200 million people, was among the top ten recipients of aid from the U.S. Agency for International Development in 2023.
Nigeria: Dangote Refinery Presents Africa With New Partnership Opportunities – Ncdmb Boss
[Vanguard] Nigerian Content Development and Monitoring Board, NCDMB, has said the Dangote 650,000-barrel-per-day Integrated Refinery and Petrochemical Company afford Nigeria and other African countries partnership opportunities for sourcing petroleum products and fertiliser.
Aga Khan V meets Portuguese President after father’s passing
The Aga Khan V, Prince Rahim al-Hussaini, met with Portuguese President Marcelo Rebelo de Sousa in Lisbon on Thursday
Nigeria: Ebonyi Gov Mourns 11 Lost in Enugu Petrol Tanker Explosion
[Vanguard] Abakaliki -- Ebonyi State Government has visited the family of the 11 victims who lost their lives in the Enugu petrol tanker explosion to commiserate with them.
Nigeria: Nigeria’s Crude Oil Production Rose in January – OPEC
[Premium Times] According to the oil cartel's direct communication data, Nigeria recorded 1,539 million barrels per day in January from 1,485 million recorded in December 2024, an increase of 54,000 barrels.