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Uttarakhand Govt Clears Char Dham Road Widening Amid Environmental Concerns
Dehradun: The Uttarakhand government has approved the widening of a 20.6-kilometre stretch of road under the Char Dham project, a move that has reignited environmental debates in the state. The project, which falls within the ecologically sensitive Bhagirathi Eco-Sensitive Zone, involves the expansion of the road connecting Bhaironghat to Jhala villages in Uttarkashi district, known
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Sheikh Gumi Alleges Foreign Support for Armed Groups in Nigeria
Kaduna-based Islamic cleric Sheikh Ahmad Abubakar Gumi has claimed that some foreign powers are backing terrorist and armed groups in Nigeria, citing the nature of their weapons and the coordination of recent attacks as evidence. In an interview with BBC Hausa, Gumi said the sudden surge in violence, after months of relative calm, indicates the
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Nigerian Army Rescues Plateau Reverend After Gun Battle With Kidnappers
The Nigerian Army has successfully rescued Reverend Ephraim Yakubu, a clergyman abducted on December 3 in Agingi Village along Rukuba Road, Miango, Bassa Local Government Area, Plateau State. Military sources told security analyst Zagazola Makama that Reverend Yakubu was dragged away by armed men, suspected members of a kidnap cell operating in the area. During
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Abia: Oluremi Tinubu Disburses Business Grants to 250 Persons with Disabilities
The First Lady of Nigeria, Mrs. Remi Tinubu, has disbursed ₦200,000 each as business recapitalization grants to 250 persons with disabilities in Abia State. She also announced that the Defence and Police Officers’ Wives Association in the 36 states and the FCT will receive ₦50 million, to be distributed among beneficiaries in their respective areas.
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$20 Investment in African Youth Generates Over $200 Economic Return — JA Africa
Junior Achievement (JA) Africa, one of the continent’s leading youth economic empowerment organisations, has revealed that every dollar invested in its programmes yields more than $20 in long-term economic return. The disclosure came during the 15th JA Africa Company of the Year (COY) Competition, taking place in Abuja from December 3–5, 2025. The annual competition
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President Droupadi Murmu Calls Return to Odisha Assembly a ‘Homecoming’
Bhubaneswar, Nov 27, 2025: In a historic and emotional address, President Droupadi Murmu on Thursday returned to the Odisha Legislative Assembly, describing the moment as a “homecoming” to the House where her political journey began. Marking the first time a sitting President of India has addressed the Odisha Assembly, Murmu reflected on her years as a legislator, credited
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FIFA to Trial VAR for Corners at 2026 World Cup
FIFA is moving forward with plans to introduce VAR reviews for corner kicks at the 2026 World Cup in the United States, Mexico, and Canada. The decision comes despite domestic football leagues rejecting the idea, citing concerns about game delays and resource limitations. FIFA Proposes VAR Expansion for Corners During an October meeting of the
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Onochie Slams Tinubu’s Ambassadorial List, Accuses Presidency of Nepotism
Former presidential aide Lauretta Onochie has, for the second time in three months, written an open letter to her late former boss, President Muhammadu Buhari, criticizing the administration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. She accused the current government of sidelining loyalists of the previous administration while rewarding individuals perceived as adversaries of Buhari. Onochie, who
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RSF Converts West Kordofan Hospital into Military Base Amid Sudan Civil War
The Rapid Support Forces (RSF) have reportedly converted a large section of Al-Nuhud Hospital in West Kordofan, Sudan, into a military command center and barracks, according to the Sudan Doctors Network. The hospital, located in a city long-contested during Sudan’s three-year civil war, has been under RSF control for over five months, significantly disrupting medical
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Iran to Boycott 2026 FIFA World Cup Draw in US Over Visa Dispute
Iran has announced it will boycott the 2026 FIFA World Cup draw in Washington, D.C., citing the United States’ refusal to issue visas to several members of its delegation. The decision was confirmed by the Iranian Football Federation on Friday, highlighting the growing intersection of politics and sports diplomacy. Visa Dispute Blocks Iranian Delegation The
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