By: Luka Binniyat. James Mangai, my egregious childhood buddy, now aging with a widening bald head, and an amusing grey mustache, just left my house. Friendship and the Barracks It’s been a while since we met, though we both live in Kaduna, with our wives and kids, some of them now…
In a remarkable showcase of leadership, Senator Sunday Marshall Katung, representing Kaduna South in Nigeria’s National Assembly, has been awarded the esteemed African and Caribbean Leadership Legislative Excellence Award during the ongoing United Nations General Assembly (UNGA 79) in New York City. This accolade recognizes his exemplary legislative performance and unwavering commitment to the advancement…
A State High Court in Kano has issued a restraining order against the All Progressives Congress (APC), People’s Democratic Party (PDP), and 19 other political parties, from obstructing the Kano State Independent Electoral Commission (KANSIEC) from collecting nomination fees ahead of the upcoming local government elections. The legal intervention follows a protest by the political…
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has insisted he is not looking to sign any striker this summer. Arteta has only brought in Riccardo Calafiori, an Italian defender from Bologna, this summer. With two weeks left in the transfer window, the Gunners boss has said he will put his faith in Kai Havertz, Gabriel Jesus and Leandro…
The United Nations (UN) announced on Friday its decision to send home a unit of 60 Tanzanian peacekeepers from the Central African Republic (CAR) following a preliminary investigation that uncovered credible evidence of sexual exploitation and abuse involving 11 members, who allegedly victimized at least four individuals. To ensure the safety of the victims and…
Cape Town has become a hub for Street Fighter enthusiasts as the highly anticipated release of Street Fighter 6 sparks excitement among players, both new and seasoned. This surge of interest aligns perfectly with the upcoming Red Bull Kumite, an invitational showcase that brings together the world’s top fighting game talent. In 2023, South Africa…
The police have initiated an inquest docket into the untimely demise of African National Congress MP Tina Joemat-Pettersson, according to a report by News24. While the exact cause of her death is yet to be determined in a final report from the Department of Health, this information will only be shared with her family and…
A magisterial court in Monrovia has ordered the detention of former Chief Justice Gloria Musu Scott and three of her family members at South Beach, the city’s maximum prison. Riot police, well-armed, escorted Cllr. Scott, Rebecca Youdeh Wilson, Gertrude Newton, and Alice C. Johnson, who are facing charges of murder, criminal conspiracy, and false reports…
Recent reports from the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) reveal a significant drop in trade between Nigeria and India, resulting in India no longer being among Nigeria’s top five trading partners. For a considerable period, India held the number one position as Nigeria’s primary export destination. According to NBS figures, trade between the two countries…
Trade and Industrialization Cabinet Secretary Moses Kuria is facing criticism and controversy after refusing to apologize for derogatory remarks he made against the Nation Media Group. The Trade Cabinet Secretary accused the media house of threatening to dismiss a journalist for pursuing a balanced story, although he provided no evidence to support his claims. During…
