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[Premium Times] The appointment has generated widespread conversation across the education, policy, and technology sectors, not merely because of Professor Aina's age, but because of the depth of expertise, institutional experience, and reform credentials he brings to the role at a pivotal time for Nigeria's education system

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[Premium Times] APC committee says Kwara governorship primary will proceed across 16 councils after postponement from Thursday

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[Premium Times] The call comes amid growing concerns over menstrual health challenges affecting girls and women across Nigeria, particularly in low-income communities where sanitary products remain unaffordable for many families

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Cyril ramaphosa pledges stronger: South African President Cyril Ramaphosa has pledged to address growing tensions linked to undocumented migration,

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How kenyas tana delta: Lydia Hagodana stands next to a bee yard (apiary) in Golbanti, Tana Delta, where she lives. The air carries a low, steady hum as

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Ukrainian drone strike on a college dorm in Russian‑occupied Starobilsk killed four and wounded at least 35, while Russian drones also hit residential areas in Kherson.

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[UCT] A delegation of African parliamentarians and global health representatives visited the University of Cape Town (UCT) Lung Institute and the South African Tuberculosis Vaccine Initiative (SATVI) on Friday, 15 May, at the Faculty of Health Sciences. The visit was part of an international gathering of African parliamentarians organised by the Global Tuberculosis (TB) Caucus, with support from the South African National AIDS Council (SANAC).

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[Agenzia Fides] Lagos -- "Let us commit ourselves to including everyone," urged Father François du Penhoat, Superior General of the Society of African Missions (SMA), at the opening of the 2026 Plenary Council, which has been taking place since Monday, May 18, at the Domus Fidei of the Sisters of the Eucharistic Heart of Jesus (EHJ) in Ikeja, Lagos.

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[WHO-AFRO] New collaboration marks a major step towards a harmonized, resilient regulatory ecosystem and accelerated access to health products across the continent

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[Vanguard] The Lagos State Government has disclosed that a total of 35,461 criminal cases were recorded across courts in Lagos State within the last three years through the Lagos Criminal Information System (LCIS), a digital platform designed to strengthen criminal justice administration.

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[Premium Times] In a statement signed by its Publicity Secretary, Uche Aguoru, the party described Mr Opah as an internationally renowned businessman and distinguished leader with the vision, experience, and leadership strength required to reposition the state.

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[Vanguard] Minister of Youth Affairs, Ayo Olawande, has called on APC members in Ondo State to mobilise and turn out in large numbers for the upcoming direct primary election, saying unity is key ahead of the 2027 general elections.

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[Vanguard] The burial arrangements for Adesiyan Adegboye, the teacher killed during last Friday's coordinated attack on three schools in Oriire Local Government Area of Oyo State, began on Friday at Ayegun Baptist Church, Ogbomoso.

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[Capital FM] Nairobi -- The Judicial Service Commission Kenya has announced that the Judiciary will begin publishing individual performance data for judges and judicial officers as part of efforts to enhance accountability, transparency and efficiency within the justice system.

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Donald Trump suggested on Thursday that previous US presidents have mulled intervening in Cuba for decades. But he told reporters: ‘it looks like I’ll be the one that does it.’

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[Leadership] TotalEnergies is sustainably growing a multi-pronged offshore strategy in Angola, combining deepwater project development, brownfield optimization and frontier exploration as the company expands its long-term position in the country.

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[Leadership] The Nigeria Police Force has recovered 119 rounds of 7.62mm AK-47 live ammunition concealed in a bag along Kalshingi Road in Kwadon, Yamaltu/Deba Local Government Area of Gombe State.

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[Leadership] The Isese Welfare Association (IWA) has called on Yoruba people across Southwest Nigeria to unite and defend their communities against rising insecurity, following recent cases of kidnappings, school abductions and killings in parts of the region.

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The rare species of Ebola involved - known as Bundibugyo - kills around a third of those infected and has no proven vaccine yet.

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[Premium Times] The Defence Headquarters (DHQ) says Boko Haram, also known as Jama'atu Ahlis-Sunna Lidda'Awati Wal-Jihad (JAS), is responsible for the coordinated attacks on three schools in Oyo State.

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[Scrolla] Reality television star Londie London is opening up about her personal life, motherhood and career in a new solo reality show. The show is called Life With Londie and it airs on Mzansi Magic.