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Vodacom Takes Control of Safaricom in $2.1B Deal

South Africa's Vodacom secures a controlling 55% stake in Kenya's Safaricom for $2.1 billion, reshaping East Africa's telecom landscape and boosting digital inclusion. Read the full analysis.

Troops Rescue 6 Ejiba Church Kidnap Victims

Nigerian Army troops have rescued six victims abducted from a Cherubim and Seraphim church in Ejiba, Kogi State. Read the full details of the successful joint operation here.

Abia's 2027 Power Tussle: Otti, Kalu, Umahi, Kalu Vie for Tinubu

A fierce political battle is raging in Abia State as Governor Alex Otti, Deputy Speaker Benjamin Kalu, Senator Orji Uzor Kalu, and Minister Dave Umahi compete for President Tinubu's support. This rivalry threatens governance and early 2027 electioneering.

GOC Fadairo Pledges Enhanced Security in South-East

Maj.-Gen. Oluremi Fadairo, GOC 82 Division, commits to new security strategies and inter-agency synergy for the South-East. He met with Governor Alex Otti and commissioned projects for troops' welfare.

Anioma State: Delta North Rejects South-East Proposal

Delta North legislators and LGA chairmen firmly reject merging Anioma State with the South-East. They insist it remains in South-South, pledging political action for its creation. Read the full story.

Why APC Suspended Senator Gbenga Daniel

Ogun State Government reveals Senator Gbenga Daniel's suspension stems from supporting PDP's Adebutu in 2023. Read the full details of the political clash and allegations.

US-Nigeria Talks on Middle Belt Peace and Security

A US Embassy delegation met President Tinubu's aide, Dr Abiodun Essiet, in Abuja to discuss peace initiatives and security collaboration in Nigeria's North Central region. Learn the key outcomes.

Christian Elders Task FG to Go After Bandits

Kogi East Christian Elders Forum demands decisive action against bandits, supports Trump's Nigeria designation as 'Country of Particular Concern'. Read full statement.

Kenya: Economic Crisis & Political Unrest Deepen

Kenya faces multiple crises: public debt hits 68% of GDP, 41 protest deaths, rising femicide cases, and environmental breakdown. Can President Ruto's priorities save East Africa's powerhouse?

Tinubu Names Uzodimma Renewed Hope Ambassador

South East Renewed Hope Agenda hails President Tinubu for appointing Governor Hope Uzodimma as Renewed Hope Ambassador, calling it a strategic boost for national cohesion and regional integration in Nigeria.

Angry Woman Blasts Nnamdi Kanu in Viral Video

A viral video shows a woman accusing IPOB leader Nnamdi Kanu of causing chaos in South-East Nigeria. This comes after his life imprisonment sentence for terrorism. Read the full story.

NURTW Chairman Killed in Ilesa Shooting

NURTW chairman Adeboye Ademoroti shot dead in Ilesa. Osun police confirm investigation ongoing as Governor Adeleke warns against political violence. Read latest updates.

Zamfara First Lady launches 16-Day GBV Activism

Zamfara State's First Lady, Hajiya Huriyya Dauda Lawal, has launched the 2025 16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence, calling for unified action and digital safety.

Cross River: 800 GBV cases, just 5 convictions

Cross River State records 800 gender-based violence cases with only 5 convictions. Commissioner Edema Irom reveals shocking details about GBV in cocoa farms, motor parks, and online. Urgent action needed!

Reps Appeal to Tinubu for Nnamdi Kanu's Pardon

South-East lawmakers have appealed to President Tinubu to grant a political pardon to IPOB's Nnamdi Kanu, citing regional tensions and the need for national healing. Read the full appeal.

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