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Sudan’s Darfur Faces Severe Measles Outbreak Amid Escalating Conflict
Displaced families in Sudan’s war-torn Darfur region are grappling with a rapidly spreading measles outbreak, amid ongoing violence that has devastated healthcare infrastructure and forced hundreds of thousands to flee their homes. Doctors Without Borders (MSF) has warned that hospitals are overwhelmed, with new cases arriving daily. Dr. Ali Almohammed, MSF’s emergency health manager, told
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Trump Administration Suspends Offshore Wind Projects Citing National Security Concerns
The administration of U.S. President Donald Trump has ordered the suspension of five major offshore wind projects along the Atlantic coast, citing national security concerns. The move marks the latest intervention in the offshore wind sector under Trump and comes as the administration simultaneously accelerates offshore oil and gas production. Details of the Suspension The
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Canada Appoints Mark Wiseman as New Ambassador to U.S. Ahead of Key Trade Negotiations
Canada has officially named former BlackRock executive Mark Wiseman as the new ambassador to the United States, placing him at the center of increasingly complex trade and tariff discussions. His appointment comes as both nations prepare to renegotiate key elements of the North American Free Trade Agreement under the Trump administration’s ongoing protectionist policies. Ambassador
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Thailand and Cambodia Agree to Defence Talks Amid Renewed Border Fighting
Thailand and Cambodia have agreed to hold a meeting of defence officials this week as cross-border clashes intensify along their shared frontier. Regional leaders, including ASEAN representatives, are urging both countries to exercise “maximum restraint” and return to dialogue to prevent further civilian casualties. Renewed Violence Along the Border The announcement comes after a series
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Louis Awode Foundation Launches Youth Skills Programmes and Supports Sanitation Workers
The Louis Awode Foundation (LAF) has unveiled plans to expand skills acquisition programmes aimed at preparing Nigerian youths for emerging opportunities in the global workplace. Founder Mr. Louis Awode revealed that the programmes will commence in March 2026, targeting at least 500 youths in the first phase. The initiative seeks to enhance employability and living
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Lyle Foster Secures Late Winner as South Africa Defeat Angola in AFCON Opener
South Africa kicked off their Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) 2025 campaign with a thrilling 2-1 victory over Angola, thanks to a spectacular 79th-minute strike from Lyle Foster. The win marks the first time in 21 years that South Africa has claimed victory in their opening match at the continental finals. Match Highlights South Africa
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Israel Kills Two Palestinians in Gaza City Amid Rising Ceasefire Violations
Israeli forces have killed at least two Palestinians in Gaza City as violations of the ceasefire continue to escalate, leaving humanitarian aid blocked and the densely populated enclave struggling with worsening living conditions. According to the Palestinian news agency Wafa, the latest fatalities occurred in the Shujayea neighborhood of eastern Gaza City, bringing the total
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FG Projects N150 Billion Annual Revenue from End-of-Life Vehicle Policy
The Federal Government is set to generate an estimated N150 billion annually from its proposed End-of-Life Vehicle (ELV) policy, according to Joseph Osanipin, Director-General of the National Automotive Design and Development Council (NADDC). Speaking in Abuja, Osanipin explained that the revenue would come from recycling and recovery of vehicle parts, creating value from components that
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Trump Warns Maduro as US Coast Guard Escalates Pressure on Venezuelan Oil Sector
United States President Donald Trump has issued a stark warning to Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro, urging him to step down amid escalating tensions over Venezuela’s critical oil reserves. The announcement comes as the US Coast Guard continues its pursuit of a third oil tanker off the Venezuelan coast, part of Washington’s ongoing effort to enforce
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FirstBank Appoints Prof Amaeshi as First Occupant of Samuel Asabia Professorial Chair
FirstBank has announced the appointment of Professor Kenneth Amaeshi as the inaugural holder of the FirstBank Samuel Asabia Professorial Chair of Business Ethics at the University of Lagos (UNILAG). The Chair, established in 1994 as part of the FirstBank Education Endowment Programme, honors Samuel Asabia, the first indigenous Managing Director of the bank. The endowment
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