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RealMecus: TikTok Star and Philanthropist Making Waves

Aliozor Toochukwu Justin, better known as RealMecus, has risen from a TikTok sensation to a multifaceted entrepreneur and influencer. His journey showcases creativity, consistency, and a commitment to giving back,

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SEC Extends Private Funds Disclosure Deadline to October 2026

On Wednesday, September 17, 2025, the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) approved a second ...

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Thieves Steal Gold Worth €600,000 from Paris Museum

On Tuesday, September 16, 2025, Paris’s National Natural History Museum reported a theft of gold ...

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Tebogo Advances to 200m Semi-Finals in Tokyo

Botswana’s Letsile Tebogo secured a spot in the men’s 200-meter semi-finals at the World Athletics ...

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DR Congo Celebrates First Ebola Recoveries in Kasai Outbreak

In the Democratic Republic of Congo, health officials announced that two patients treated for Ebola ...

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First Nigeria Maritime Golf Challenge Set for Ikoyi Club

The inaugural Nigeria Maritime Golf Challenge kicks off on Thursday, September 18, 2025, at the ...

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De Bruyne Leads Napoli to Emotional UCL Return Against Man City

Kevin De Bruyne is set to make a triumphant return to Manchester City on September ...

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FTC Targets Table Saw Safety Rule in Deregulation Push

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC), under President Donald Trump, announced on Wednesday, September 17, 2025, ...

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Thomas Partey Denies Rape and Assault Charges in London Court

Ghanaian footballer Thomas Partey, aged 32, appeared in a London court on September 17, 2025, ...

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Bolsonaro Leaves Hospital After Skin Cancer Treatment

Former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro left the hospital on Wednesday, September 17, 2025, just one ...

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Tinubu Highlights Emergency Powers Amid Rivers Tensions

On September 17, 2025, President Bola Tinubu spoke to state governors and lawmakers. He underscored ...

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Naira Hits 5-Month High at N1,497.5/$ in Official Market

The Nigerian naira reached its strongest level in five months on September 16, 2025, trading ...

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US Shipbuilders Seek Supreme Court Review of No-Poach Lawsuit

Major U.S. shipbuilders, including General Dynamics and Huntington Ingalls, have petitioned the U.S. Supreme Court ...

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Burkina Faso Waives Visa Fees for All African Nationals

The government of Burkina Faso has unveiled a groundbreaking policy eliminating visa fees for all African nationals, signaling a strong commitment to Pan-African solidarity and ...

President Mahama: Ghana Accepts Deportees from US

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Mali Strikes Militants Blocking Fuel to Bamako

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Osun Monarch Jailed in U.S. Over $4.2m COVID-19 Fraud

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Mali Ex-PM Choguel Maiga Charged With Embezzlement

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UK Home Prices Rise Slowly, Boosting Buyer Affordability

First-time home buyers in the UK can anticipate improved affordability. Home prices are expected to ...

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African Countries with Direct Flights to and from the United States

Travelling between Africa and the United States has become more convenient thanks to several direct ...

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Top 9 African Countries Sending Immigrants to the United States

Africa’s influence in the United States continues to expand through immigration. Many individuals from the ...

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Top 10 Countries Benefiting from Gold Trading in 2025

Gold trading drives wealth for nations with large reserves. In 2025, countries with significant gold ...

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Africa’s Top 10 Airports for 2025

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Africa’s Top 10 Governed Nations in 2025

The 2025 Chandler Good Government Index (CGGI) highlights Africa’s top-performing nations in governance, evaluating 120 ...

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