IN an era characterised by rapid technological advances and increasing digital interconnectivity, Nigeria finds itself at a critical juncture. As Africa’s largest economy and a burgeoning digital hub, the nation’s cyber landscape is expanding at an unprecedented rate. While this digital revolution offers immense opportunities, it also brings substantial threats …
Read More »Uganda Raises Import Duty On Electric Vehicles To 25%
UGANDA has raised the import duty on fully electric vehicles, hybrid vehicles, and electric motorcycles from zero to 25 percent in the current financial year. This change has significantly increased the cost of these vehicles. For instance, the price of a Nissan Leaf at Motorcare Uganda has risen by over …
Read More »Mauritania Restricts Internet Following Post-election Protests
INTERNET services were restricted in several areas across Mauritania, including the capital Nouakchott, on Tuesday following protests against the presidential election results. Eyewitnesses reported that mobile internet services were cut off in certain cities, while landline internet services remained functional. Mauritanian authorities and telecommunications companies have yet to comment on …
Read More »CREATION OF ANIOMA STATE: Ned Nwoko Is Right On All Fronts Apostle Victor Sorokwu (Ugo-Anioma)
The continued fiddling and meddling politics that have greeted the bold and visionary advocacy of Senator Ned Nwoko to resuscitate the creation of Anioma State as the sixth state of the South East region of Nigeria, aptly reminds me of the Bible story of Joseph and his envious brothers. Joseph, …
Read More »Enugu Assembly: Hasty Conduct Of Reelection few Day After Unjust Jailing Of Rightful Winner Is Against Fairplay- LP
The Labour Party has called on the Independent National Electoral Commission’s (INEC) to suspend the planned reelection for Enugu Urban State constituency just a day after the unjust jailing of the election’s rightful winner. The party also called on the National Judicial Council, NJC to initiate a disciplinary action against …
Read More »Malawi Launches $53m Programme To Boost Food Security
Malawi, a country highly vulnerable to climate shocks and widespread hunger, is taking a crucial step to improve food security for its citizens. The International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD) and the government have launched a $53 million agricultural development programme aimed at commercialising agricultural production and enhancing the resilience …
Read More »World Bank Grants $208m To Aid Drought-stricken Zambia
THE World Bank has sanctioned a $208 million grant to assist Zambia in alleviating the severe social and economic repercussions of a prolonged drought that has gripped the southern African nation. This announcement was made by Zambia’s finance ministry on Tuesday. Southern Africa is facing its most severe drought in …
Read More »Families Collect Bodies Of Protesters At Nairobi Morgue
IN the wake of ongoing protests against proposed tax increases, families in Kenya are visiting morgues to collect the bodies of loved ones killed during last week’s demonstrations. The protests, which have turned violent, highlight deep-seated frustrations with the government. Hussein Khaled, CEO of Vocal Africa, a community activist organisation, …
Read More »EFCC Operative Commits Suicide
AN operative of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) took his own life on Monday in his residence in Abuja. A report by PRNigeria said that the deceased, a member of Course 5, was described as diligent, efficient, and unassuming. According to tbe report: “The Commission is exploring …
Read More »Philip Shaibu Ordered To Return 22 Edo State Vehicles In His Possession: (Full List)
The Edo State Government has issued a public directive demanding the immediate return of 22 government official vehicles currently held by the impeached Deputy Governor, Philip Shaibu. This order was made public in a notification published in the Vanguard Newspaper on Tuesday and subsequently made available to Truth Live News. …
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