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Dele Farotimi

Dele Farotimi’s Book Becomes Amazon Bestseller Amid Legal Controversy

Human rights lawyer Dele Farotimi's book becomes an Amazon bestseller amid his defamation trial, drawing ...
  • 6 December 2024
  • Legal and Regulatory
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Senate Confirms General Oluyede as Chief of Army Staff

The Nigerian Senate confirms Major General Taoreed Abiodun Oluyede as Chief of Army Staff, with ...
  • 5 December 2024
  • Nigeria
Pastor Tobi Adegboyega

Pastor Tobi Adegboyega Denies Imminent Deportation Reports

Pastor Tobi Adegboyega denies deportation rumors linked to fraud allegations, as his lawyer calls the ...
  • 5 December 2024
  • Top News

Sexual Violence Laws in Africa: Challenges and Failures in Combatting Gender-Based Violence

In Africa, many survivors of sexual violence face failed justice systems and inadequate laws, with ...
  • 4 December 2024
  • Africa
Bolaji Idowu

Pastor Bolaji Idowu Released After Arrest Over Fraud Allegations

Pastor Bolaji Idowu denies fraud allegations after police arrest and release following Aso Rock intervention. ...
  • 4 December 2024
  • Nigeria
Abortion

Zimbabwe Court Approves Abortion for Rape Victims and Minors

Zimbabwe's Constitutional Court permits abortion for rape survivors and minors, marking progress in reproductive rights ...
  • 3 December 2024
  • Africa
carbon credits

COP29: Charting Africa’s Path Through Carbon Credits and Climate Finance

COP29 highlights Africa’s potential in carbon credits amid calls for equitable climate finance. Experts push ...
  • 2 December 2024
  • Africa
Social Media

Australia Passes Landmark Law Banning Children Under 16 from Social Media

Australia passes world-first law banning children under 16 from social media, aiming to protect minors ...
  • 29 November 2024
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UK Opens Africa’s Largest Visa Application Centre in Lagos

The UK launches Africa’s largest visa application centre in Lagos, enhancing efficiency and reinforcing bilateral ...
  • 29 November 2024
  • Nigeria
Technology Council

Upholding Innovation: The Judges Behind the Technology Council for Innovation and Impact (TCII)

At the heart of every credible innovation platform is a robust evaluation process, and for ...

  • 20 November 2024
  • Technology
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