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Senegal: Internet restricted as Sonko faces new charges and detention

The party of the embattled Senegalese opposition leader Ousmane Sonko, PASTEF, has criticized the latest move by the government to open up new charges against him. They termed the move as anti-democratic after the government on Monday charged and imprisoned Sonko on Monday for various crimes, including a call for insurrection which, according to the authorities, led to deaths. Sonko’s… Read More
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Mali and Burkina Faso warn against any foreign military intervention in Niger

In a move considered a tactical way to protect the recent regime change in Niger, Mali’s military Junta said Monday that they stand to support the coup leaders in Niamey. Mali said that they stand together with Burkina Faso to defend Niger and further warned that any foreign military intervention in Niamey will be considered a declaration of war on… Read More
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Nigerian held for duping doctor of 20L

Vadodara: A Nigerian national studying pharmacy was arrested by the cybercrime sleuths here for duping a city-based doctor of Rs 19.70 lakh rupees. Police said that they arrested the accused Okofar Kizito from Bengaluru in Karnataka where he is studying at R R College. They added that they are now searching for his accomplices. According to the police, Dr Rajkumar… Read More
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Celebrity images rights and statutory protections in Nigeria

Image rights are starting to garner attention due to multiple cases of exploitation and infringement. Notably, the shield of image rights covers in most cases celebrities in Nigeria. It is interesting to note that it is mostly celebrities who have instituted and won image rights cases. This is not to suggest that persons who are not celebrities have no image… Read More
Africa 

Niger: Bazoum’s party denounces “abusive arrests” including ministers

Four ministers, a former minister and the leader of the party of Mohamed Bazoum, president-elect overthrown by a coup on Wednesday, were arrested, according to a press release from the presidential party sent to AFP on Monday. “After the kidnapping of the President of the Republic”, Mohamed Bazoum, “the putschists are returning to the charge and multiplying the abusive arrests”,… Read More
Africa 

UN envoy to continue efforts towards restoring constitutional order in Niger

Léonardo Santos Simão was in Abuja, Nigeria, on Sunday to participate in the extraordinary summit on the crisis, organized by regional bloc ECOWAS. “He will continue his consultations with all partners with a view to restoring constitutional order and consolidating democratic gains in Niger,” said UN Deputy Spokesperson Farhan Haq, speaking in New York. At the Abuja meeting, ECOWAS demanded… Read More
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Ballantine’s 2023 True Music Fund recipients announced

The 10 recipients will each receive £10 000 ($12 800), which is part of Ballantine’s longstanding commitment to push underground scenes forward and to support artists, fans, crews and communities around the world. “This £100,000 fund has been set up to support organisations actively working to achieve these core ideals globally,” Ballantine’s said. “In a world still unpicking the dominance of… Read More
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Afrobeats: A global phenomenon with Nigerian artists leading the way

Characterised by its fusion of traditional African rhythms, jazz, funk, and soul, Afrobeats has captured the hearts of music enthusiasts worldwide. In recent years, a new wave of Afrobeats artists has emerged, introducing fresh sounds and innovative approaches to the genre. Among these rising stars is Rema, a Nigerian singer, songwriter, and rapper, who has gained international acclaim for his… Read More
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Uganda: 30th anniversary celebration of the coronation of King of Buganda

Thousands of Ugandans on Monday thronged the palace grounds of the country’s largest kingdom Buganda, defying rain as they danced and ululated to mark 30 years since the coronation of King Ronald Muwenda Mutebi II. Dressed in traditional attire — with men wearing a white tunic called a “kanzu’ and women donning “bitenge” dresses — the revellers prayed for the… Read More
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