Algeria Journalist Freed After Six Months In Jail

File photo of Algerian journalist, Rabah Kareche. Credit: Amnesty Int’l

Algerian journalist Rabah Kareche left prison on Tuesday after completing a six-month sentence for “spreading false news”, his newspaper Liberte said.

“Our reporter Rabah Kareche is free again after six months behind bars in...

Morata Likely To Start For Juve At Zenit, Dybala Still out

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Alvaro Morata could start for Juventus in this week’s Champions League trip to Zenit Saint Petersburg after recovering from a thigh injury, coach Massimiliano Allegri said on Tuesday.

Spain forward Morata had been out of action since picking up the knock against Sampdoria towards the...

Hernandez To Play For Bayern Against Benfica Despite Court Appearance

Bayern Munich’s French defender Lucas Hernandez attends a training session of German football club FC Bayern Munich in Munich, southern Germany on October 19, 2021, on the eve of the team’s UEFA Champions League Group E football match against SL Benfica.  AFP

World Cup winner Lucas Hernandez is...

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Kaduna Mandates Covid Vaccination For Civil Servants

In this photo taken on August 16, 2021, a health official holds a vaccine tube and a syringe as Nigeria commences the second phase of COVID-19 vaccination. Channels TV/ Sodiq Adelakun.
In this photo taken on August 16, 2021, a health official holds a vaccine tube and a syringe as Nigeria commences the second phase of COVID-19 vaccination. Channels TV/ Sodiq Adelakun.

The Kaduna State Government has warned that anyone who wishes to enter any of its offices must comply with...

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Kidnappers In Haiti Demand $17m Ransom For US Missionaries

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Kidnappers holding a group of 17 US and Canadian missionaries in Haiti including five children are demanding a ransom of $1 million for each of their hostages, security sources said Tuesday.

The kidnapping by one of Haiti’s brazen criminal gangs has underlined the country’s deepening...

Colin Powell: War Hero, Historymaker Haunted By Iraq

(FILES) In this file photo taken on January 7, 2005, former US Secretary of State Colin Powell addresses a press conference at Katunayake Military Airport in Colombo. AFP

As much of the world remembered Colin Powell with respect and affection, Donald Trump on Tuesday attacked the late US...

First Fund Linked To Bitcoin Futures Debuts On NYSE

An electric banner for the newly listed ProShares Bitcoin Strategy ETF is displayed on the floor of the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) on October 19, 2021 in New York City. AFP

Bitcoin took another step closer to mainstream investing Tuesday with the launch of new security on Wall Street tied to...

US Justice Dept Asks Supreme Court To Block Texas Abortion Law

A view of the U.S. Supreme Court on September 1, 2021 in Washington, DC.  AFP

US President Joe Biden’s administration, in the latest move in the battle over reproductive rights, asked the Supreme Court on Monday to block a Texas law that bans most abortions in the state.

The Texas law is “clearly...

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COVID-19: Nigeria records two deaths, 167 fresh cases Friday

COVID-19: Nigeria records two deaths, 167 fresh cases Friday

Nigeria on Friday recorded 167 new cases and additional two deaths from the coronavirus pandemic.

This is according to data released by the (NCDC) on Saturday morning.

With the new fatalities recorded, the death toll from the virus in Nigeria now stands at...

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Buhari, Bakare in closed-door meeting, discuss restructuring, 2023 presidency, others

Buhari, Bakare in closed-door meeting, discuss restructuring, 2023  presidency, others

The popular pastor, , Friday held a closed-door meeting with President Muhammadu Buhari at the State House, Abuja.

After the meeting, Mr Bakare told journalists that he discussed various issues with the president, including the need to restructure Nigeria and the cleric’s future...

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COVID-19: FG lists fresh conditions to inbound travellers

The Federal Government have listed fresh conditions to inbound travellers to Nigeria after the United Kingdom relaxed its COVID-19 travel restrictions for fully vaccinated Nigerians.

In a statement on Friday, Secretary to the Government of the Federation and Chairman, Presidential Steering...

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The FG has issued a new procedure for travelers who have been vaccinated

FG issues new protocol for vaccinated passengers

Travel rules for fully vaccinated individuals entering in the nation have been relaxed by the federal government.

Fully vaccinated passengers would not be needed to follow the seven-day isolation regimen, but would be required to do a COVID-19 PCR test on their second day of arrival.

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Kogi demands apology from EFCC over N20bn bailout loan

Kogi demands apology from EFCC over N20bn bailout loan

The Kogi government, on Friday, demanded an apology from the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission over the charge brought against the state on a N20 billion bailout loan.

On August 31, 2021, a Lagos high court judge, Tijani Ringim, had frozen the Kogi state account domiciled in Sterling Bank...

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Nigerians without mobile phones 20 years after GSM revolution blame poverty, others

Nigerians without mobile phones 20 years after GSM revolution blame poverty, others
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Oladimeji Ramon and Chima Azubuike take a journey into the world of Nigerians who have never communicated via a mobile phone

Panta Burguse does not know what it feels like to use a mobile phone to communicate. At 80, she neither...

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Fans hail Simi on new song ‘Woman’

Fans hail Simi on new song ‘Woman’

Fans of Nigerian singer Simisola Kosoko, simply known as Simi, have sung her praises on her new song “Woman”.

The song, which was released alongside its video on Friday, addresses the issues women face while celebrating their strength and courage.

Ahead of the song launch, the songstress...

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It’s disappointing society wants only negative news about celebrity marriages –Foluke Daramola

It’s disappointing society wants only negative news about celebrity marriages  –Foluke Daramola

Actress and philanthropist, Foluke Daramola- Salako, and her husband, Kayode, react to viral online reports claiming their marriage is troubled, in this interview with MOBOLA SADIQ

What’s your response to the unhealthy rumours about your marriage?

I feel so terrible and frustrated when in a...

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How to watch as Gulder Ultimate Search S12 premieres Saturday

How to watch as Gulder Ultimate Search S12 premieres Saturday

Gulder Ultimate Search season 12 is set to premiere on Saturday, October 16, and viewers can watch the show on Africa Magic channels.

The show tagged ‘The Age of Craftsmanship’, has actor and Gulder Season 7 winner Kunle Remi as the taskmaster while media personality, Toke Makinwa was announced...

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COVID-19: FG expecting 40m vaccine doses by January 2022

COVID-19: FG expecting 40m vaccine doses by January 2022

The National Economic Council presided over by Vice President Yemi Osinbajo has revealed that the Federal Government has paid for 40m doses of Covid-19 vaccines.

This is as it explained that the vaccines will come into the country in batches between October 2021 and January 2022.

This was part...

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Ex-BBNaija housemate Pere moves to Facebook as Instagram deactivates account

Ex-BBNaija housemate Pere moves to Facebook as Instagram deactivates account

Ex-BBNaija housemate Pere Egbi has moved his social media presence to Facebook and Twitter after Instagram deactivated his account.

This came in a statement from Pere’s management on Friday, which said they are working to regain the account while his fans can catch up with his activities on his...

Gunmen Abduct Monarch’s Twin Daughters, Aides In Kwara

Gunmen Abduct Monarch’s Twin Daughters, Aides In Kwara
A file photo of a man holding a gun.

Gunmen have abducted the twin daughters of a traditional ruler in Kwara State, Oba Samuel Adelodun, and three of his aides.

The Police Public Relations Officer in the state, Okasanmi Ajayi, confirmed the abduction in a statement on Friday.

He identified others...