The wrong time to narrow the ballot
In a fragile democracy, legality is not enough. Timing, perception and public trust determine whether procedure strengthens the republic — or weakens it. By Philip Obazee There is always a legal language available for political decisions. Laws have clauses. Constitutions have thresholds. Courts have jurisdiction. Electoral bodies have mandates. Political parties have obligations. In that […]
Eight people feared dead in B-52 plane crash – US military
Eight people are feared to have died when a B-52 bomber crashed shortly after take-off in California on Monday, the US air force base where the accident happened said.
No panic, says De la Fuente after Spain held by Cape Verde
Spain boss Luis de la Fuente said he is still convinced La Roja will go far at the World Cup despite failing to break down debutants Cape Verde in a 0-0 draw to open their tournament.
State police creation doesn’t mean abolition of NPF – IGP Disu
The Inspector-General of Police (I-G), Olatunji Disu, says the creation of the state police does not mean abolition of the Nigeria Police Force (NPF).
Xenophobia: S’Africa intensifies crackdown on illegal immigration
South Africa has intensified immigration enforcement nationwide, arresting more than 40,000 undocumented migrants this year as authorities tighten border controls and accelerate repatriations.
Ebola cases hit 782 as DRC outbreak worsens
Ebola cases in the Democratic Republic of the Congo have risen to 782, including 178 deaths, as the outbreak spreads to two additional health zones, authorities said.
