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UN chief condemns air strike that killed at least 22 people in Sudan

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Mr. Guterres offered his condolences to the families of the victims and expressed hopes for a speedy recovery to the dozens who were injured, UN Deputy Spokesperson Farhan Haq said in a statement issued that day. The Sudanese army and rival military group, the Rapid Support Forces (RSF), have been battling since mid-April. Hundreds of people have been killed and… Read More
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The meteoric global stardom of Nigerian artists

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While the politico-economic indices at home remain dire, Nigerian artists of various hues are making the country not only proud but actually rewriting its cultural dominance in the global sphere. Indeed, someone has quipped somewhere that Nigeria’s men and woman of culture are its greatest global ambassadors. The truism here is no longer in dispute. From literature to visual arts… Read More
Entertainment Lifestyle 

Why I Ventured Into Music Industry – Skit maker, Taaooma

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Nigerian skitmaker, Maryam Akpaogaki, popularly known as Taaooma, has revealed why she ventured into the music industry. Naija News reports that the comedienne while featuring as a guest on the latest episode of ‘The Leaderboard podcast hosted by Fisayo Fosudo, averred that entertainment is freedom and an individual can do anything. According to Taamo, she started music because she felt… Read More
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Deadliest strike of Sudan conflict hits Omdurman, at least 22 people killed

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An airstrike in a Sudanese city on Saturday killed at least 22 people, health authorities said, in one of the deadliest air attacks yet in the three months of fighting between the country’s rival generals. The assault took place in the Dar es Salaam neighborhood in Omdurman, the neighboring city of the capital, Khartoum, according to a brief statement by… Read More
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Niger in the grip of a blistering heatwave with high temperatures

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Agadez, Niger is currently in the grip of a blistering heatwave, with high temperatures. The scorching heat is having a profound impact on both humans and livestock in the region. According to the National Meteorological Agency of Niger, temperatures have soared to a sweltering 47 degrees Celsius (116 degrees Fahrenheit) in recent days. The extreme heatwave is taking a toll… Read More
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Kenya, Congo-Brazzaville sign 18 cooperation deals, abolish visa restrictions

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The Kenyan Head of State, William Ruto, on a state visit to Congo-Brazzaville has announced the removal of visa restrictions to ease movement of people between his country and  Received on arrival by his counterpart Denis Sassou Nguesso, President Ruto addressed a message to members of parliament (deputies and senators) gathered in congress. He deplored the fact that Africa is a… Read More
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TomTom unveils academy to groom music creatives

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TomTom Candy, a popular menthol brand under Cadbury Nigeria Plc (a subsidiary of Mondelēz International), has launched Breathe Academy, a learning management platform for music creatives and enthusiasts. The launch event, which took place at Terra Kulture, Victoria Island, featured music performances from up-and-coming artistes, a live demo of the web platform, and a question and answer session. The platform… Read More
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Nigerian Idol finalists treated to Waw Party

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A German multinational company, Henkel, which is home to brands such as WAW and Nittol detergents, recently hosted the top five finalists of the ongoing eighth season of the singing competition, Nigerian Idols— Ose Daniel, Goodness, Victory, Precious Mac, and Quest— to a ‘victory party’ in Lagos as part of its commitment to developing, empowering and celebrating talented youths in… Read More
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