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Nnamdi Kanu: NBA cautions against using protest to undermine judicial, political processes
The Nigerian Bar Association (NBA), on Thursday, cautioned against using the Oct. 20 protest for the release of Nnamdi Kanu to undermine the ongoing court hearing and political solution to the matter. NBA President, Mr Afam Osigwe, SAN, stated...
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Must-read Moroccan novels that echo a generation's anger
The 'Gen Z 212' protests in Morocco have been a long time coming: growing frustration at the disparity between large-scale investment in infrastructure and upcoming football games and the underfunding of healthcare and education over the past...
Owner: Maayed Ahmed Saleem Dib & Mohammad Muhddin Suleiman Almasri
Kanayo Eni-Ikeh: Nigerian CEO Who Revived a Dying Firm into a N40 Billion Corporate Powerhouse
Kasim Sumaina in Abuja When the story of transformative corporate leadership in Nigeria is told, the name Kanayo Eni-Ikeh will surely feature among the nation’s finest. A quintessential business strategist and reform-driven executive, Kanayo is...
Owner: Nduka Obaigbena
The Other Hostages: From Nigeria to the Democratic Republic of Congo
The world celebrates today. Balloons rise, prayers are answered, and families embrace. The last Israeli hostages are home. Across continents, people rejoice at what feels like a triumph of humanity—the return of the stolen, the healing of the...
Owner: David Horovitz & Seth Klarman
10 Books Everyone’s Talking About on #BookTok Right Now
If you’ve ever wandered into the magical chaos that is #BookTok, you already know you can spend hours scrolling because it promises to give you an inexhaustible list of thrilling romance, drama, and adventure. Nigerian and African authors are...
Owner: Michael Ringier
Rare Books and Photographs Tell Story of Middle Eastern and North African Immigration to New York
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Niyū Yūrk at the New York Public Library explores the history of Middle Eastern and North African immigration to New York City from the first waves in the late 19th century through to the present day. The exhibition examines how New York City has...
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Morocco Travel Guide: What to Know Before You Go
Introduction – Discover the Magic Before You Land When you think of Morocco, you probably picture colorful souks, golden dunes, and the smell of freshly brewed mint tea drifting through narrow alleys. But before you pack your bags, there’s much...
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WANGUI WA GORO, PIONEERING TRANSLATOR AND AFRICAN LANGUAGES & ADVOCATE DELIVERS THE 13TH INTERNATIONAL AFRICAN WRITERS’ DAY LECTURE
The South African Literary Awards (SALA) welcomes aboard the City of Joburg – through the Library and Information Services – into a partnership that includes the national Department of Sport, Arts and Culture (DSAC) in hosting the 13th...
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65 Essential Children’s Books
A picture book is a deceptively complex object: Ideally, it should be mind-expanding, psychologically astute, vividly illustrated, and—the most elusive criterion—fun. It must entertain the child without boring the grown-up to tears. And it should...
Owner: Laurene Powell Jobs
Noman Ali breaks Abdul Qadir’s 37-year-old record in South Africa Test
LAHORE – Pakistan’s left-arm spinner Noman Ali has shattered a 37-year-old record previously held by legendary leg-spinner Abdul Qadir during the first Test against South Africa at Lahore’s Gaddafi Stadium. Noman Ali became the Pakistani bowler to...
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How a forgotten hotel is helping transform one of Africa’s most expensive cities
By Griffin Shea, CNN Luanda (CNN) — The Globo hotel in downtown Luanda hasn’t welcomed guests in ages. The sign and its awnings fell down long ago. Windows are broken. Cracks in the walls are big enough to support plant life. Half a century ago,...
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The Best Books to Read With Your Book Club This Fall, According to Indie Booksellers
It’s always a treat to see more West African-based fantasy, and Sangoyomi’s Masquerade sounds like a magical blending of 15th-century history and a loose retelling of the myth of Persephone. In it, Òdòdó is already living as an outcast with the...
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NPA grabs 2025 petroleum regulatory award in South Africa
The National Petroleum Authority (NPA) has been named the 2025 Innovative Petroleum Regulatory Agency in Africa at the 6th Africa Public Sector Conference & Awards (APSCA 2025), held in Cape Town, South Africa. The NPA outperformed other agencies...
Owner: Larry Dogbey
INTERVIEW: Global aid cuts a blessing in disguise for Nigeria, says Gates Foundation Country Director
TheCable’s MAYOWA TIJANI, spoke with UCHE AMAONWU, the Gates Foundation Nigeria country director, on the sidelines of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) and the foundation’s Goalkeepers event in New York. Their conversation covered a broad...
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Nigerian Air Force Opens Free Applications for 2025 Basic Military Training Course
The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has announced the start of applications for its Basic Military Training Course (BMTC) 46/2025, inviting qualified Nigerian youths to apply online at no cost. The recruitment exercise, which opened on October 14, 2025,...
Owner: Daramola Babalola
Hayatu-Deen lists qualities Nigerian leaders must possess
Former presidential aspirant on the platform of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and pioneer Chairman/Chief Executive Officer of FSB International Bank Plc, Mohammed Hayatu-Deen, has listed the qualities Nigerian leaders must possess to lead the...
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ADSC boss condemns, speaks on claims about Edun’s health status
Sir Victor Walsh Oluwafemi, President/Chief Executive of the African Development Studies Centre (ADSC), has condemned the circulation of unverified reports about the health of Nigeria’s Minister of Finance, Wale Edun. This is as he called for...
Owner: Dotun Oladipo & Oladipo Family
Nigerian Air Force opens registration for 2025 Basic Military Training Course
The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has announced the commencement of online registration for the Airmen and Airwomen Basic Military Training Course (BMTC) 46/2025, offering an opportunity for qualified Nigerians to join the service. According to a...
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Nigerian Air Force opens recruitment for 2025 training course
Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has announced the commencement of applications for its Basic Military Training Course (BMTC) 46/2025, calling on qualified Nigerian youths to apply online free of charge. According to the notice issued by the Air Force,...
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AfricaPicks signals rise of Africa’s homegrown sports-tech ecosystem
Africa’s booming sports economy has a new digital champion. AfricaPicks.com, a cross-continental platform for rugby and football betting intelligence, officially launched this month, backed by digital and social media partnerships with...
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