WHATSAPP is preparing to phase out the need for phone numbers in a move that could redefine how people connect on the platform. The Meta-owned messaging app is testing usernames as an alternative, with the feature already live in its Android beta version 2.25.24.22. The development, first reported in tech testing …
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BURKINA Faso’s transitional parliament has passed sweeping legislation criminalising conduct deemed to promote LGBTQ practices, introducing prison terms, fines and deportation for foreigners convicted under the law. The measure, adopted unanimously by the unelected 71-member transitional parliament on Monday, awaits the signature of junta leader Captain Ibrahim Traoré. Justice Minister Edasso Rodrigue …
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The World Economic Forum (WEF) has urged Southern Africa to unlock investment in its vast reserves of critical minerals, warning that without immediate action the region risks missing its chance to play a leading role in the global energy transition. A new report released on August 29 under the WEF’s Securing Minerals …
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THE Yaba College of Technology (Yabatech) has achieved a milestone as two staff secured TETFund/National Research Fund grants worth over ₦62.9 million for transformative projects. The announcement was made on Monday in a statement by the Deputy Registrar, Centre for Information, Communication and Public Relations, Mr Adekunle Adams. Adams reaffirmed …
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THE Police Command in Kebbi has begun investigation into the reported attack on the convoy of former Justice Minister and Attorney-General, Abubakar Malami (SAN), in Birnin Kebbi. Newsextra24 reports that Malami’s convoy was attacked on Monday while returning from a condolence visit in the state capital. Malami resigned from the …
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The Department of State Services (DSS), Kaduna Command, on Monday sought partnership with 1 Division, Nigerian Army, to strengthen national security. The State Director of Security, Mr Hakeem Abiola, paid a courtesy visit to the General Officer Commanding (GOC) 1 Division, Maj.-Gen. Abubakar Wase, in Kaduna. Abiola congratulated the GOC …
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THE ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) in Lagos State has applauded President Bola Tinubu administration for setting new standards for inclusive governance, uniting the nation. The Lagos State APC Spokesman, Mr Seye Oladejo, who made this remark in a statement on Tuesday in Lagos, said the President deserved greater support. …
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THE Nigerian Army has arrested one of its personnel for alleged gunrunning, even as troops rescued eight kidnap victims and recovered arms and ammunition in recent operations across the country. A credible source at Army Headquarters disclosed this to the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Monday in Abuja. He …
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THE Benue Government has banned graduation parties for kindergarten, nursery, and primary schools in the state. The acting Commissioner, Ministry of Education and Knowledge Management, Mrs Helen Nambativ, told the Newsextra24 on Tuesday in Makurdi that defaulting schools would be sanctioned. Nambativ said schools might be closed temporarily for failure …
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THE All Progressives Congress (APC) on Monday in Abuja expressed appreciation to Rivers residents for their overwhelming support in Saturday’s local government elections. Mr Felix Morka, the party’s National Publicity Secretary, said in a statement that the APC’s victory reflected the confidence the people of Rivers had in the party. …
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