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Human Rights 

World News in Brief: Myanmar violence intensifies, praise for Brazil refugee response, Baháí detainees in Yemen

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“Our team on the ground is deeply alarmed by the latest reports of further escalating violence and destruction taking place in Buthidaung and Maungdaw townships,” said UN Spokesperson Stéphane Dujarric, briefing reporters at UN Headquarters on Monday. Renewed violence and the destruction of property in Buthidaung has resulted in the displacement of potentially tens of thousands of civilians, mostly Rohingya. The… Read More
Entertainment Lifestyle 

Caroline Danjuma Denies Marriage Claims by Singer Oritsefemi

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Nollywood actress Caroline Danjuma, also known as Carolyna Hutchings, has denied singer Oritsefemi’s claims that she was “legally married” to Davido’s late friend, Tagbo Umeike. In an interview with Chude Jideonwo, Oritsefemi claimed Caroline was married to the late Tagbo and had an affair with him. He also blamed his marriage to Nabila Fash on Caroline, saying she influenced his… Read More
Entertainment Lifestyle 

Portable’s Babymama, Ashabi Responds, Hours After Singer Dragged Her For Not Visiting Him At Police Station

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Ashabi Simple, a Nollywood actress and fourth baby mama of controversial artist Portable, has spoken out hours after being dragged by the singer. It is no longer news that the controversial musician was arrested twice last week over unpaid debt and assaulting a police officer. Following his release, Portable took to social media to criticise Ashabi for not supporting him… Read More
Africa 

US troops to depart from Niger by mid-September, the Pentagon says

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The US and Niger have agreed that American troops will leave the country “no later” than 15 September, they announced in a joint statement on Sunday. They said the two countries had “reached a disengagement agreement to effect the withdrawal of U.S. forces, which has already begun”. The US has relied on Niger as its primary base for monitoring regional… Read More
Africa 

Kenyan president 3-day state visit to the U.S.: What’s at stake?

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Kenya’s President William Ruto and First Lady Rachel Ruto arrived in Atlanta, Georgia, USA on Monday (May. 20) ahead of a state visit to Washington. The visit to Atlanta is the first segment of Kenya’s diplomatic engagement with the United States. President Ruto delivered a speech on governance and democratic values at the Carter Presidential Library and Museum in Atlanta.… Read More
Africa 

Who is Jacob Zuma, the former South African president disqualified from next week’s election?

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Former South African President Jacob Zuma was barred Monday from running for Parliament in next week’s national election over a previous criminal conviction, the latest twist in his return to politics. The decision by the country’s highest court, the Constitutional Court, may still be appealed. It ruled that Zuma is only eligible to serve as a lawmaker five years after… Read More
Africa 

Gaza war: Israeli PM, Hamas leader could be handed arrest warrants by ICC

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The chief prosecutor of the International Criminal Court said Monday (May. 20) he is seeking arrest warrants for leaders of Israel and Hamas, including Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, over actions taken during their seven-month war. Karim Khan said that he believes Netanyahu, his defense minister Yoav Gallant, and three Hamas leaders — Yehia Sinwar, Mohammed Deif and Ismail Haniyeh… Read More
Entertainment Lifestyle 

The Top 9 Contestants for “Nigerian Idol” Season 9 Have Been Revealed

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The countdown to the winner of Season 9 of the popular music competition show, Nigerian Idol, has officially begun. After weeks of fierce competition, eliminations have narrowed down the field to the most talented singers. Each episode brings out the best in the contestants, who showcase their incredible vocals and stage presence in a bid to impress the judges and… Read More
Entertainment Lifestyle 

Nigeria witnessing structural economic changes under Tinubu –Expert

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An economic expert, Dr Ifeanyi Nwafor, says Nigeria is witnessing structural economic change which will begin to yield positive results soon, under President Bola Tinubu.Nwafor, also the Managing Director, Metrodigital Ltd., said this in an interview with News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) in Abuja on Monday. He said that the Tinubu administration was doing well, saying that the changes being… Read More
Africa 

DRC: Coup attempt leader killed by Congolese army

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The Congolese army claims to have killed Christian Malanga, the leader of Sunday’s foiled coup attempt in the Democratic Republic of Congo. The national contingent also claims to have arrested around fifty people, including three American citizens. Gunfire erupted around 4am in the capital Kinshasa as gunmen attacked the presidency in the city centre. The leader of the opposition in… Read More
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