SONPED urges immediate funding and equipment for Defence Ministry
The Executive Secretary of the Society for Neighbourhood Peace and Development, SONPED, Barrister George Utomhim, has called on the Federal Government to provide real-time funding and appropriate equipment to the Ministry of Defence and its formations. Barrister Utomhim warned that delays in releasing adequate funds and modern equipment are not only dampening the morale of […]
Ousted Senegal PM Sonko re-elected head of party amid political crisis
The speaker of Senegal’s National Assembly, Ousmane Sonko, a powerful mentor-turned-rival to President Bassirou Diomaye Faye, won re-election Saturday as head of their party amid a political crisis sparked by their falling-out.
Police rescue Adelabu’s sister, twin sons from kidnappers
Operatives of the Nigeria Police Force have rescued Mrs. Olaide Busayo Adegoke John-Paul and her 12-year-old twin sons, Peter and Paul, alive during a late-night rescue operation carried out around 7:30 p.m. on Saturday, June 6, 2026.
Macron rolls out €23bn investment plan to strengthen Africa partnerships
French President Emmanuel Macron has announced a €23 billion (about $27 billion) investment package targeting Africa’s energy, agriculture, digital technology, industry and maritime sectors, as France seeks to strengthen its economic presence on the continent.
Catholic bishop shot dead in Mozambique
A Catholic bishop appointed to a central region of Mozambique by Pope Leo XIV was shot dead at home Saturday in what the country’s episcopal body called “mysterious circumstances”.
Umahi applauds progress on Mararaba-Keffi road, urges prompt funding
Minister of Works, David Umahi, has commended China Harbour Engineering Company (CHEC) for the quality and timely execution of the reconstruction and expansion of the 43.65-kilometre Mararaba-Keffi Road project, while calling for the prompt release of outstanding funds approved for the project.
