US reps schedule fresh hearing on ‘Christian persecution’ in Nigeria
The United States House of Representatives is set to hold a congressional hearing on Nigeria’s efforts to protect Christians and tackle insecurity in the Middle Belt, with Republican lawmaker Chris Smith leading the session on Thursday, November 12.
Hamas mourns Sinwar, vows no hostage release until war ends
Hamas vowed Friday not to release the hostages seized during its October 7 attack on Israel until the Gaza war ends, as it mourned the death of its leader Yahya Sinwar.
Hamas confirms death of leader Yahya Sinwar
Sinwar became Israel’s most wanted man after the October 7, 2023 attack, the deadliest in Israeli history.
Kenya parliament backs Ruto’s nominated new deputy
Kenya’s parliament on Friday unanimously voted to back the nomination of President William Ruto’s pick to replace his deputy Rigathi Gachagua who was sacked in a historic impeachment.
Kenya’s Ruto chooses interior minister as new deputy
Kenyan President William Ruto on Friday nominated his interior minister as deputy to replace Rigathi Gachagua who was sacked in a historic impeachment.
Niger grants Burkina Faso, Mali exceptions to grain export ban
Niger’s military authorities have banned rice, cereal and other food exports to all countries except fellow junta-led Burkina Faso and Mali to protect local supply, the government has said. With the Sahel nation experiencing high inflation on certain foods, the products banned for export besides rice include legumes such as cowpea as well as cereals […]
