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Nigerians loot government Covid-19 warehouses

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There have been reports authorities had hoarded the items in order to share with family and friends. But authorities in Abuja have denied those claims as citizens cart items away on foot or by motorbike. – – Hundreds of residents were seen on Monday crossing the city loaded with boxes of food. In a statement Nigerian governors explained that all… Read More
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Zambian activists seek clarity on prison vote ahead of 2021 elections

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– – The month of October in Zambia, has been characterized by a host of electoral issues, pertaining to the 2021 General elections. The first ever prison vote is one that has been a source of serious concern, with some opposition parties and members of the Civil Society  having expressed frustration at the Electoral Commission of Zambia (ECZ)’s lack of… Read More
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Several injured in clashes between party supporters in Ghana

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– – Several people are injured in clashes between supporters of Ghana’s two major political parties in one of the suburbs of the capital Accra. It is unclear what triggered the clashes between the supporters of the ruling NPP and the opposition NDC at a constituency called Odododiodio. The area is one of the over four thousand flash points for electoral violence… Read More
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EndSARS: Nigeria’s Buhari urges calm as probe into brutalities begin

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– – Nigeria’s President Muhammadu Buhari is calling for calm as a probe begins into police abuses in the commercial hub of Lagos. The probe is being handled by the judicial panel and is a key demand of the End SARS protesters who want prosecution of police officers indicted of abuse. They are also demanding prosecution of victims of police brutalities or… Read More
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Cameroon: Seventh child dies after shooting attack on school

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– – A 12-year-old girl died on Sunday from wounds sustained when gunmen stormed a school in the South West Region of Cameroon on Saturday and opened fire on the children, taking the death toll to seven with 12 injured. The attack on the school, in the region where separatist insurgents have been battling government forces since 2017, has drawn… Read More
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Guinea: Tension heightens after Alpha Condé secures third term

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“We are still going to refer the matter to the constitutional court, without having too many expectations,” Mr Diallo told Agence France-Presse. – – He added that “We are going to protest against this electoral hold-up through the street. We are in the process of building a case, which is very difficult since our office is occupied, we don’t have… Read More
Africa World 

Opposition in Seychelles wins presidential poll after 43 years

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The opposition in the Seychelles has won the country’s presidential election for the first time since 1977. Wavel Ramkalawan, an Anglican priest defeated incumbent President Danny Faure who has been in power since 2016 by 54.9% to 43.5%. Seychelles is a former British colony which became independent in 1976. President Faure’s United Party seized power in a coup in 1977… Read More
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Nigeria: At least 69 killed in anti-police brutality protests

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– – The Nigerian presidency has said that at least sixty-nine people have been killed so far across the country in protests against police brutality. A spokesman for Nigerian President Muhammadu Buhari was quoted by the BBC as saying that those killed include eleven police officers and seven soldiers. On Tuesday at least twelve protesters were killed when soldiers opened… Read More
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Libya: Warring factions sign accord for permanent ceasefire

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– – The warring factions in Libya have signed an agreement for a permanent ceasefire to end the years of violence. The agreement was reached in Geneva following five days of talks. It was brokered by the United Nations between military leaders from Libya’s government, and those from opposition forces lead by General Khalifa Haftar. The UN envoy to Libya… Read More
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Pep Guardiola: Major blow as Fernandinho faces four to six weeks on the sidelines

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– – Ahead of matches yet to come both European and domestic, Premier League giants Manchester City have been issued a blow to their team as their prolific midfielder Fernandinho will be facing the sidelines for up to six weeks having acquired a leg injury during their Champions League victory match against Porto on Wednesday. The 35-year-old midfielder was subbed… Read More
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