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2 months ago Politics

Israeli footballer’s role in assault on southern Lebanon sparks outrage

An Israeli footballer dressed in a military uniform has been seen opening fire in southern Lebanon amid the US-Israel war on Iran, prompting calls from football officials and fans for FIFA to take action against him. Menashe Zalka, dressed in the Israeli army uniform, is seen opening fire from a ma…

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Iran ‘hits’ US AWACS, air tankers: What else has it targeted in past month?

As the United States and Israel launched the war on Iran on February 28, Tehran’s response was swift. Not only did Iran fire missiles and drones towards Israel, but it also targeted US assets in Gulf countries, expanding the conflict in one of the most important energy-producing regions in the worl…

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2 months ago Politics

'Take governance more seriously’ — ADC spokesman sends birthday message to Tinubu

The spokesperson of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Bolaji Abdullahi, has criticised President Bola Ahmed Tinubu over his administration’s performance, using a birthday message to highlight what he described as worsening conditions in the country. In a statement marking the president’s 74th …

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2 months ago Politics

PBAT at 74: Reminiscences of a former envoy and spokesman, By Ajuri Ngelale

Daddy, on your 74th birthday and always, please accept my most profound expression of affection and gratitude for all of the knowledge, effort, and attention you poured into my development during the privileged time that I spent at your side… May God Almighty continue to strengthen and encourage yo…

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2 months ago Politics

Mbah, Otti congratulate Tinubu at 74

Governor Peter Mbah of Enugu State and his Abia State counterpart, Alex Otti, have felicitated with President Bola Tinubu on his 74th birthday anniversary. In a statement on Saturday by his media aide, Uche Anichukwu, Mr Mbah said Mr Tinubu’s life reflected enduring dedication to Nigeria’s developm…

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2 months ago Politics

ASUU raises concerns over non-implementation of newly signed agreement

Three months after the newly signed agreement took effect, the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) said the Nigerian government had failed to fulfil several components of the pact, which was expected to bring an end to the persistent dispute and industrial actions by university staff. Both …

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2 months ago Politics

BBN star Angel Smith marries female partner Tumininu in US

Former Big Brother Naija housemate, Angel Smith, popularly known as Angel, has tied the knot with her female partner, Tumininu, in a private ceremony held in the United States. The reality TV star and writer confirmed the development on Saturday, when she shared photos and videos from their wedding…

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2 months ago Politics

El-Rufai’s mother’s remains arrive Abuja for burial

The remains of Hajiya Umma El-Rufai, mother of detained former Kaduna State Governor Nasir El-Rufai, have arrived in Abuja for burial, following her death in Cairo, Egypt, on Friday, March 27, after a brief illness. Mohammed Bello El-Rufai, the deceased’s grandson and member representing Kaduna Nor…

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Al Jazeera Africa Verified

2 months ago Politics

The US-Israeli war on humanity

We are witnessing a war on humanity. This might sound hyperbolic to some, but it should not. What is unfolding across the globe is not a series of isolated events or crises. It is a coordinated assault waged through brute force against the international systems that sustain humanity. The goal is a …

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2 months ago Politics

Pakistan hosts four-nation bid to encourage US, Iran towards diplomacy

Islamabad, Pakistan – The US-Israel war on Iran has not paused. The strikes have not stopped from either side. However, diplomacy is now moving at a pace not seen since the conflict that affected Iran’s neighbours and rattled the world economy for a month. Two-day consultations of foreign ministers…

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2 months ago Politics

‘We will see a new government in Venezuela, in Cuba and in Iran’

'We will see a new government in Venezuela, in Cuba and in Iran’ Senator Ted Cruz says US President Donald Trump’s approach could lead to government changes in Venezuela, Cuba and Iran. Published On 29 Mar 2026 'We will see a new government in Venezuela, in Cuba and in Iran’ Senator Ted Cruz says U…

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2 months ago Politics

Olympic gender test ‘a disrespect for women’, South Africa’s Semenya says

South African sprinter Caster Semenya, a two-time Olympic 800-metres champion, says the International Olympic Committee’s (IOC’s) reinstatement of gender verification tests for the 2028 Los Angeles Games is “a disrespect for women”. The hyperandrogenic athlete on Sunday also expressed her disappoin…

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BBC Africa Verified

2 months ago Politics

Shops and restaurants in Egypt told to close early as energy

Shops and restaurants in Egypt told to close early as energy crisis deepens Shops, restaurants and cafes in Egypt have been told to close early as part of a raft of temporary measures to combat soaring energy prices caused by the Iran war. Retail and dining premises will have to close by 21:00 (19:…

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Senegal parade Afcon trophy before Peru friendly despite being stripped of title by Caf

- Published Senegal paraded the Africa Cup of Nations trophy before Saturday's friendly match against Peru at Stade de France - despite being stripped of the title earlier this month. Morocco were declared the winners of the 2025 Afcon tournament when the Confederation of African Football (Caf) ove…

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Al Jazeera English Verified

2 months ago Politics

Diop debut for Morocco adds latest twist in Senegal post-AFCON dispute

Amid the controversy over Senegal being stripped of the Africa Cup of Nations title and Morocco being declared winners, the international debut of Issa Diop proved something of an irony as well as a public relations coup. The Fulham defender was born in France and played for the country at the Unde…

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2 months ago Politics

Slavery reparations: What does the UN vote mean?

'The gravest crime against humanity': What does the UN vote on slavery mean? The United Nations General Assembly this week overwhelmingly backed a resolution declaring the transatlantic slave trade "the gravest crime against humanity". Welcoming the vote, UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres said …

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How Zimbabwe, South Sudan, Kenya, Nigeria and South Africa are coping with fuel fears over Iran war

Rationing power and diluting petrol - how African countries are coping with effects of Iran war Countries across Africa have taken measures such as diluting petrol and restricting electricity consumption to cope with the fuel crisis triggered by the US and Israel's war in Iran. South Sudan has star…

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South Africa's President Cyril Ramaphosa downplays reports of French G7 snub amid US pressure claims

South Africa's exclusion from G7 summit no surprise, says Ramaphosa South African President Cyril Ramaphosa has downplayed reports that his invitation to the forthcoming G7 summit in France has been withdrawn, saying non-attendance by a country outside the bloc should surprise no-one. Reports on Th…

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2 months ago Politics

‘Junk’: Faulty electronics from rich countries flood Nigeria with e-waste

Kano, Nigeria – On a bustling day in northern Nigeria, Marian Shammah made her way to the Sabon Gari Market, one of the largest electronics hubs in Kano state. The 34-year-old cleaner was in need of a refrigerator, but with rising costs and a meagre income, she saw the second-hand appliances sold a…

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2 months ago Politics

Police arrest seven for illegal mining, vandalism in Niger

The Niger State Police Command has arrested seven suspects for alleged illegal mining and vandalism of government property at Gurara Waterfalls in Gurara Local Government Area of the state. This is contained in a statement issued on Wednesday in Minna by the Command’s Public Relations Officer, SP W…

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