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Mele Kyari @ 59: A Leadership Lesson Unfolding
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Mbah Promises Inclusive Governance
Enugu State Governor Peter Mbah has promised to run inclusive and people-oriented governance to fulfill his campaign promises. Mbah, who addressed the Muslim Ummah at the 2023 Eid-el-Kabir celebration at Central Mosque, Enugu, added that every aspect of the economy would receive adequate attention, adding that all the timeline he gave, particularly on potable water, still...
Shettima: FG to accelerate access to single digit loans for MSMEs
Vice President Kashim Shettima has announced the federal government’s plan to urgently ensure quick access to single digit loans for Nigerian small businesses within the shortest time possible. The vice president made the announcement yesterday in a message to mark the 2023 World Micro Small and Medium Enterprises (MSME) Day. NASS Comment: Shettima’s call was […] The post Shettima: FG to accelerate access to single digit loans for MSMEs appeared first on African News Agency.
Nigeria: Sallah - High Fares Prevent Many Passengers From Travelling
Nigeria: Sallah - High Fares Prevent Many Passengers From Travelling
6 arrested over killing of community leader, 4 sons
Kaduna State Police Command has announced the arrest of six suspects in connection to the brutal killing of an 80-year-old community leader, Ardo Alhaji Shuaibu Muhammad, and his four sons in the Yan Durme community of Zaria Local Government Area, Kaduna State. The incident occurred around 0 pm on Saturday, June 17. The assailants, believed […] The post 6 arrested over killing of community leader, 4 sons appeared first on African News Agency.
S. Korea’s retail sales rise 5.7 pct in May
SEOUL, June 28-- South Korea s retail sales rose in single digits last month due to strong demand for food and electronic products, government data showed on Wednesday. Revenue among major online and offline retailers increased 5.7 percent in May from a year earlier, according to the Ministry of Trade, Industry and Energy. Sales by offline retailers gained 3.7... The post S. Korea s retail sales rise 5.7 pct in May appeared first on African News Agency.
The Hangover Apology: Ewan Macmillan aka Mr Gold Begs Forgiveness for Outrageous Gold Mafia Revelations
The Hangover Apology: Ewan Macmillan aka Mr Gold Begs Forgiveness for Outrageous Gold Mafia Revelations. Ewan Macmillan, a prominent gold dealer from Zimbabwe, has finally broken his silence in response to the Gold Mafia Documentary released earlier this year by Al Jazeera s Investigative Unit. Across four episodes, he disclosed intricate details about the...
Top procuratorate orders arrest of former senior political advisor of Guizhou
BEIJING, June 28-- The Supreme People s Procuratorate has ordered the arrest of Zhou Jiankun, former vice chairman of the Guizhou Provincial Committee of the Chinese People s Political Consultative Conference, the provincial political advisory body, for suspected bribe-taking. Zhou s case was investigated by the National Commission of Supervision... The post Top procuratorate orders arrest of former senior political advisor of Guizhou appeared first on African News Agency.
UATH: Why Establishment Of School Of Dentistry Is Vital
UATH: Why Establishment Of School Of Dentistry Is Vital
Nigeria: Nigeria s Mobile Money System Has a Dark Side Even Though It s Convenient - New Study Explores the Risks
Nigeria: Nigeria s Mobile Money System Has a Dark Side Even Though It s Convenient - New Study Explores the Risks
Nigeria: World Bank Plans Additional $750m Grant to Support Nigeria Electrification Project
Nigeria: World Bank Plans Additional $750m Grant to Support Nigeria Electrification Project
S/Korea to boost Nigeria investment in energy, agric, others
The Republic of Korea has expressed readiness to increase its investment in Nigeria with focus on agriculture, energy, natural resources, cyberspace, biotechnology, oil refinery, among others. Mr Jang Sungmin, Special Envoy of the President of Korea, disclosed this while briefing newsmen in Abuja Tuesday after meeting with Vice President Kashim Shettima and other top government […] The post S/Korea to boost Nigeria investment in energy, agric, others appeared first on African News Agency.
UNHCR provides sustainable solutions for IDPs in Adamawa
The United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) has provided sustainable solutions to 2,712 Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs), returnees and refugees through the construction of 454 permanent housing units in Labindo community, Gerie local government of Adamawa state.
Anthrax: Nigerian govt warns against slaughtering sick animals
Anthrax: Nigerian govt warns against slaughtering sick animals
Africa: Rwanda to Host Key Trade Insurance Event in July
Africa: Rwanda to Host Key Trade Insurance Event in July
Rwanda: RwandAir Starts Direct Flight to Paris
Rwanda: RwandAir Starts Direct Flight to Paris
Ghana: Fitch Affirms Afreximbank s Rating At BBB , Outlook Stable
Ghana: Fitch Affirms Afreximbank s Rating At BBB , Outlook Stable
Roundup: Japan’s Nikkei rebounds as tech shares buoyed by U.S. peers
TOKYO, June 28-- Japan s benchmark Nikkei stock index bounced back Wednesday snapping a four-day losing streak, with technology shares following their U.S. peers higher after a recent slump. Dealers here noted the U.S. dollar s sharp rise versus the yen following a slew of economic data raising prospects that the U.S. Federal Reserve will continue with its rate... The post Roundup: Japan s Nikkei rebounds as tech shares buoyed by U.S. peers appeared first on African News Agency.
Nigeria at high risk of anthrax outbreak - NCDC
The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (NCDC) said the anthrax outbreak in Ghana poses a great public health risk to Nigeria due to the dangerous and highly transmissible nature of the disease. The agency stated this yesterday in a joint public health advisory signed by its director general, Dr Ifedayo Adetifa , and […] The post Nigeria at high risk of anthrax outbreak – NCDC appeared first on African News Agency.
Kenya: Boda Boda Formalization Will Enhance Compliance, Safety-Ruto
Kenya: Boda Boda Formalization Will Enhance Compliance, Safety-Ruto
At Eid-el-Kabir: Tinubu, Governors Assure Nigerians Of Better Future
At Eid-el-Kabir: Tinubu, Governors Assure Nigerians Of Better Future
Again, B/Haram kills 7 farmers in Damboa
Not fewer than seven persons have been slaughtered and one other sustained various degrees of injuries when suspected Boko Haram insurgents launched an attack in Damboa Local Government Area of the southern part of Borno State on Monday. It was gathered that the incident happened at the Bulajimbam area in Damboa LGA around 11:30 am. […] The post Again, B/Haram kills 7 farmers in Damboa appeared first on African News Agency.
Eid-el-Kabir: Economic, security challenges surmountable - Tinubu
Eid-el-Kabir: Economic, security challenges surmountable - Tinubu
China science, technology news summary - June 28
BEIJING, June 28-- The following is a summary of published science and technology news of China. A cluster of ancient tombs and six stone figure-shaped sculptures have been discovered in Xilin Gol League in north China s Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region. The World Internet Conference AI for Social Good program was launched on Monday in Qufu, east China s... The post China science, technology news summary June 28 appeared first on African News Agency.
Mali: Protecting the Weekly M #xE9;naka Market in Mali - A Boost for Economic Recovery and Improved Civilian Safety
Mali: Protecting the Weekly M #xE9;naka Market in Mali - A Boost for Economic Recovery and Improved Civilian Safety
Tanzania: 47th DITF Kicks Off Today
Tanzania: 47th DITF Kicks Off Today
In conservative Somalia, an online app to find your soulmate
In conservative Somalia, an online app to find your soulmate
Zimbabwe: Zimbabwean Dollar in First Time Gain On Central Bank Auction, Recovers By 8,6% Against U.S. Dollar
Zimbabwe: Zimbabwean Dollar in First Time Gain On Central Bank Auction, Recovers By 8,6% Against U.S. Dollar
Vote on future of UN mission in Mali postponed until Friday
Vote on future of UN mission in Mali postponed until Friday
Sallah: Osun Explains Inability To Provide Free Train Ride
Sallah: Osun Explains Inability To Provide Free Train Ride
LASG Begins Implementation Of Vehicle ‘Proof Of Ownership Certificate’
LASG Begins Implementation Of Vehicle 'Proof Of Ownership Certificate'
Zimbabwe: PPC Zimbabwe Pins Hopes On Cement Import Licenses Cancellations
Zimbabwe: PPC Zimbabwe Pins Hopes On Cement Import Licenses Cancellations
LP Witness Claims Sanwo-Olu, Wife Voted With Invalid Cards
LP Witness Claims Sanwo-Olu, Wife Voted With Invalid Cards
Institute tasks FG on funding for cancer research
The Director General of the National Institute for Cancer Research and Treatment (NICRAT), Prof. Usman Malami Aliyu, has called on the federal government to adequately fund the institute to enable it to carry out research on cancer. He made the call yesterday during a media parley in Abuja. Institute decries deployment of unregistered project managers […] The post Institute tasks FG on funding for cancer research appeared first on African News Agency.
Zimbabwe: Cost of Living Escalating to Crisis Levels - Action Aid
Zimbabwe: Cost of Living Escalating to Crisis Levels - Action Aid
Kenya: Kenyan Start-Up Grows to Reach 150,000 Young Entrepreneurs Under Mastercard Program
Kenya: Kenyan Start-Up Grows to Reach 150,000 Young Entrepreneurs Under Mastercard Program
Infrastructure development in Africa for economic growth
Population growth and economic development have necessitated speeding up and scaling up infrastructure development in Africa. Over 28 African nations have seen population growth of more than double in the last 30 years. The post Infrastructure development in Africa for economic growth appeared first on The Exchange. The post Infrastructure development in Africa for economic growth appeared first on African News Agency.
Over 50 pct Pakistanis hopeful of better education leading to better employment: survey
ISLAMABAD, June 28-- Findings of a recent study have shown that over 50 percent of Pakistanis believe that the current education of young people could greatly help them in getting an ideal job in the future. In a Gallup and Gilani Pakistan s National Survey released on Tuesday, a nationally representative sample of adult men and women from across the country was...
Africa: Africa Gold Advisory
Africa: Africa Gold Advisory
Vietnam’s Ho Chi Minh City aims to become int’l education center for regional students
HANOI, June 28-- Vietnam has set the target to turn its Ho Chi Minh City into an international center for education and training to attract students from the Southeast Asia region and the world, local media reported on Wednesday. The city, known as Vietnam s southern economic hub, has been requested to focus on training high-quality human resources, meeting... The post Vietnam s Ho Chi Minh City aims to become int l education center for regional students appeared first on African News Agency.
Akpabio, Sani Musa, Opeyemi Urge Nigerians To Support Tinubu
Akpabio, Sani Musa, Opeyemi Urge Nigerians To Support Tinubu
Titan Submarine Scandal Sinks OceanGate: Headquarters Shuts Down Amidst Criminal Investigations
According to reports, officials conducting the investigation into the Titan submarine will analyze voice recordings and other data obtained from its mothership, the Polar Prince, in order to ascertain the events that transpired. Additionally, the National Transportation Safety Board has announced that the investigation will be led by the US Coast Guard. The post Titan Submarine Scandal Sinks OceanGate: Headquarters Shuts Down Amidst Criminal Investigations appeared first on African News Agency.
Fiji faces high rates of gender-based violence
SUVA, June 28-- In Fiji, violence against women and girls has costs the economy approximately 300 million Fijian dollars annually, which is equivalent to 7 percent of gross domestic product in the island nation. The Principal Strategic Lead of the Pacific Community Mereseini Rakuita highlighted this at the Pacific Islands Chiefs of Police Gender Family Harm... The post Fiji faces high rates of gender-based violence appeared first on African News Agency.
Leading school operator listed on Cambodia’s stock market
PHNOM PENH, June 28-- Private school operator Mengly J. Quach Education Plc. made its debut on the Cambodia Securities Exchange on Wednesday after an initial public offering raised some 5 million U.S. dollars. Mengly J. Quach Education Plc., one of the leading private school operators in the Southeast Asian nation, became the 11th equity-listed firm that issued its... The post Leading school operator listed on Cambodia s stock market appeared first on African News Agency.
Cross River Impounds 32 Trucks With Stolen Woods
Cross River Impounds 32 Trucks With Stolen Woods
Outrage As Cultists Kill Final Year Varsity Student
Outrage As Cultists Kill Final Year Varsity Student
Onasanya Donates Block Of Classrooms To Lagos Community
Onasanya Donates Block Of Classrooms To Lagos Community
Uganda: Uganda Closer to Activating Islamic Banking
Uganda: Uganda Closer to Activating Islamic Banking
Uganda: Rotary, Uganda Baati Build Class Room Block for Nyamifura Primary School in Rukungiri
Uganda: Rotary, Uganda Baati Build Class Room Block for Nyamifura Primary School in Rukungiri
Knowledge powerhouses urged to join pioneering Africa-led mission to level up global research and restore Africa’s rightful place
Caption: Image shows (top right) Professor Isabella Aboderin, PARC Director, University of Bristol, collaborating with international partner representatives and research associates at a Charter Consultation meeting held at the Association of African Universities (AAU) in Accra, Ghana, West Africa in January, 2023.
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