Month July 2024

248th Independence: US Reiterates Commitment To Nigeria

Will Stevens, the U.S. Consul General in Lagos, on Monday reiterated his country’s commitment to a shared partnership and strengthening of bilateral relations with Nigeria. Stevens said this in his address during the celebration of America’s 248th Independence Day, organised…

Ighodalo Felicitates Gov Obaseki On 67th Birthday

THE candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in the September 21 governorship election in Edo State, Dr Asue Ighodalo, has sent warm felicitations to the state Governor, Godwin Obaseki, on the occasion of his 67th birthday. In a statement…

Kenyan Activists Renew Protests Despite Ruto’s Dialogue Appeal

KENYAN activists have called for renewed protests on Tuesday, rejecting President William Ruto’s appeal for dialogue following his decision to withdraw proposed tax hikes. Last week’s clashes between protesters and police resulted in at least 24 deaths, with demonstrators briefly storming and…

INEC Proposes 142 Recommendations To Improve Electoral Process

  Prof. Mahmood Yakubu, the Chairman, Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) says the commission has come with 142 recommendations to improve future electoral process. Yakubu said this at the opening of a two-day Induction Retreat for Resident Electoral Commissioners (RECs)…

Ghana Flags 38 Loan Apps For Cyberbullying And Data Abuse

THE Ghana Cybersecurity Authority (GCA) has identified 38 digital lending mobile applications involved in cyberbullying, marking a significant concern in the digital financial landscape. Throughout 2024, the GCA has received 130 reports from users who have experienced cyberbullying and harassment…