Bill Gates, Co-chair, Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation, has appealed to Nigerian leaders to put citizens first, saying this will enable leaders build a better future for all. Gates said this during a meeting with members of the National Economic Council (NEC), on Wednesday in Abuja. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the meeting was…
Ahead of the November 5 US Presidential election, former President Donald Trump may face a backlash over the slur comment made at his rally by comedian Tony Hinchcliffe in Madison Square Garden, New York on Sunday. Although Trump’s campaign said the comments had nothing to do with Trump’s views on the Island, many locals by…
British Defence Secretary, John Healey, is in Cyprus as London steps up efforts for a potential evacuation of Lebanon with the Middle East teetering on the brink of wider war. Healey confirmed British forces were involved in efforts to defend Israel from Iran’s ballistic missile barrage as Prime Minister Keir Starmer warned of the risk…
Matthias Schmale, the United Nations (UN) Resident and Humanitarian Coordinator in Nigeria, has emphasized the importance of revitalizing Nigeria’s food systems to address widespread food insecurity in the country. President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s recent declaration of food security as a national emergency was seen as a positive step, with Schmale hoping it would lead to…
The party of Pakistan’s jailed former Prime Minister Imran Khan on Wednesday called off a protest in the capital Islamabad after a crackdown by security forces. This brought about the tragic loss of hundreds of supporters and the rest arrested and forced to flee. Thousands of Khan’s supporters led by his wife converged on Islamabad…
MTN Nigeria, the official telecommunications partner of the Nigerian Football Federation (NFF) on Wednesday reiterated its unwavering support for the Super Eagles. MTN Nigeria reiterated its support in a statement following the Super Eagles spirited draw with Zimbabwe in a World Cup qualifier match at the Godswill Akpabio Stadium in Uyo, Akwa Ibom. The Chief…
The U.S. African Development Foundation (USADF) has reiterated its commitment to supporting African-led solutions needed to create pathways for prosperity across Nigeria and the continent. Travis Adkins, President and Chief Executive Officer (CEO), USADF, made the reaffirmation during his visit to Nigeria from August 18 to August 21 to expand partnerships. This is contained in…
Manchester City suffered a shock 2-1 defeat at Bournemouth on Saturday that ended their 32-game unbeaten run in the Premier League. Antoine Semenyo and Evanilson scored for the Cherries who claimed their first ever win over the visitors. The result dropped City — who had not lost in the league since a 1-0 defeat by…
By Dr Juliette Tuakli In order for “Health for All” to become a reality, access to safe, timely, and affordable surgery and ongoing surgical education must become a priority in Africa Access Multimedia Content We celebrate World Health Day on April 7th, 2023, and I thought it is a good time to reflect on what…
German police arrested a woman on allegations of spying as a Chinese agent, prosecutors announced on Tuesday. The woman, a Chinese citizen identified only as Yaqi X, was arrested by police in the eastern city of Leipzig on Monday. Her home and workplace were also searched by police. According to German prosecutors, Yaqi worked for…
