Nigeria charges 9 over 2025 Yelwata massacre that killed 150/in /by
Prosecutors have charged nine individuals on grounds of terrorism related to one of the deadliest massacres of the past years in Benue state in June 2025. The killings mainly targeted the Yelwata community.
Nigerian army announces death of Boko Haram commander Abu Khalid/in /by
Nigeria's armed forces said on Sunday that a key commander of the islamist organisation Boko Haram was killed in a night raid by the armed forces in Borno State.
Nigeria: Gov Mohammed Wins Oil and Gas Sector Award/in /by
[Leadership] Governor Bala Mohammed of Bauchi State has been honoured with the Best-performing Governor in the Oil and Gas Sector Award at the 3rd Edition of the Nigerian Oil and Gas Forum Awards.
Zuma Foundation rejects Epstein link as “smear campaign”/in /by
The Jacob Zuma Foundation has issued a fierce denial after the former South African president’s name appeared in newly unsealed court documents related to the late financier and convicted sex trafficker, Jeffrey Epstein.
Mozambique floods cut off communities as UN agencies struggle to respond/in /by
Mozambique is grappling with its worst flooding in decades, just months after recovering from a devastating drought. Nearly 700,000 people have been affected, with over 100,000 forced into temporary shelters as homes, farmland, and roads were submerged.
Ademola Lookman to leave Atalanta, joins Atlético Madrid/in /by
The Nigerian superstar and African footballer of the Year 2024 has accepted an offer to join Atlético Madrid, rejecting a lucrative salary proposal from Turkish super league giants Fenerbahce.
Iran orders U.S. nuclear talks amid threats and regional fears/in /by
In a pivotal shift, Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has ordered the start of nuclear talks with the United States. This comes as U.S. President Donald Trump expresses hope for a deal while simultaneously threatening military action and deploying an aircraft carrier group to the region.
Groundhog Day: Punxsutawney Phil predicts six more weeks of winter/in /by
On Groundhog Day, Punxsutawney Phil predicted six more weeks of winter in Pennsylvania. The event attracts a large crowd with its roots in European farming customs.
Deadly Jihadist attack hits fuel convoy in Western Mali/in /by
At least 15 drivers have been killed in a deadly attack on a fuel tanker convoy in western Mali, according to local sources. The assault, blamed on jihadists, comes amid a months-long fuel blockade that had only recently begun to ease.
Rome: Why tourists now pay €2 to get closer to the Trevi Fountain/in /by
City authorities introduced a two-euro fee for closer access to the Trevi Fountain, aiming to manage crowds and finance local museums. Timed tickets will regulate entry.