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[Liberian Observer] A comprehensive audit by the General Auditing Commission (GAC) has uncovered massive irregularities in Liberia's domestic debt portfolio, revealing that approximately US$770 million in claims dating back to 1980 are invalid or unverified. The findings, detailed in a report released recently, paint a stark picture of the country's long-standing challenges in public financial management and debt accountability.

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[Vanguard] ·Makes case for effective implementation of 'Nigeria First'

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[SNA] Khartoum -- Khartoum, 19 October 2025 (SUNA) -The Director of the Directorate of Surveillance and Immigration Control in Khartoum State, Colonel (Police) Adil Mahjoub Al-Zubair, announced the execution of 156 campaigns to control foreign presence in the state during the period from 31 July 2024 to 15 October 2025. A total of 153 reports were opened, 7,914 violators were apprehended, and 1,298 foreigners were prosecuted under Article 29 of the Passports Act.

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[Vanguard] The House of Representatives has called on the Federal Government to allocate N350 million in the 2026 budget to revive moribund industries and support small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) across Nigeria.

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[Vanguard] The naira traded mixed on Monday as official market rates held steady while the parallel (street) market remained notably weaker, reflecting tight dollar supply and continuing demand from importers and retail dealers.

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[SNA] The Director-General and Acting Minister of the Ministry of Health in Al-Gezira State, Dr. Osama Abdel-Rahman Ahmed Al-Faki, affirmed the leading role of Wad Medani Radiation Oncology Hospital

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[Vanguard] Washington -- Chairman, United Bank for Africa, UBA PLC and Founder, Tony Elumelu Foundation, Mr. Tony Elumelu, in this interview, spoke on highlights of his presentation during the seminar on Boosting Productivity Growth in the Digital Age held at the ongoing annual meetings of the World Bank and International Monetary Fund, IMF, in Washington DC.

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[Vanguard] The Federal Government has said Mathematics was a compulsory subject for all students sitting for O-Level examinations.

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[SNA] Yangzhou University in Jiangsu Province, eastern China, hosted on 16-17 October the celebrations marking the 10th anniversary of the establishment of the strategic partnership between the Republic of Sudan and the People's Republic of China. This partnership continues to guide and frame the bilateral relations steadily towards the future.

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[Premium Times] Mr Ejimakor, who had been part of the mobilisation for the protest intended to be held in Abuja and other parts of the nation, said he was arrested alongside others.

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[Vanguard] Contrary to plans and expectations, Nigeria's manufacturing sector is increasingly depending on imported raw materials for survival, a development which has undermined the government's import substitution policy.

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[Premium Times] There is no doubt whatsoever that history will not remember the noise. It will remember the work.

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[Premium Times] The governor prayed that Almighty God will continue to bless Mr Gowon with good health, peace of mind, and divine grace to keep serving as a guiding light to the nation.

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[Premium Times] "Elections should be won by popular choice, not through purchased loyalty."

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Kainan City in western Japan has set a new world record for the most people decorating gingerbread houses simultaneously, Guinness World Records confirmed on Sunday.

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On a visit to the Central African Republic (CAR), UN Deputy Emergency Relief Coordinator Joyce Msuya warned of a rapidly deteriorating humanitarian situation, as conflict, climate shocks, and dwindling aid converge to put millions at risk.

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[spotlight] Mothers and babies in South Africa can easily fall through the cracks and end up going hungry and not getting the healthcare they need. Sue Segar spent time with an innovative project that is helping thousands such women and kids in parts of the Western Cape and Eastern Cape. Their model has been adopted by organisations in several other countries.

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Thousands took to the streets of Santiago on Sunday for Zombiewalk 2025, the annual parade of the living dead that has become a highlight of the Chilean capital’s cultural scene.

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[RFI] Years of civil war and economic crisis have left young people in South Sudan with a legacy of violence and poverty - and with opportunities scarce, street gangs have flourished. RFI met one former gang member who believes football can offer marginalised youth a brighter future.

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Fans across Morocco celebrated on Sunday night after the country’s win in the 2025 Under-20 World Cup final. Striker Yassir Zabiri was the man of the match, scoring both goals in his team’s 2-0 victory over Argentina.

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[Namibian] Delivered by president Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah at the closing ceremony of the Namibian Defence Force Counter-Terrorism Live Firing Exercise, Etiro Training Base, Karibib, Erongo region - 15 October 2025