Nigeria: Seven Die, Two Injured in Auto Crash Along Lagos-Ibadan Expressway
[Premium Times] The latest incident comes as the expressway continues to carry heavy traffic between Lagos and several parts of southwestern Nigeria.
New Zealand to introduce bill for under-16s social media ban
The government faces opposition to its proposals from MPs who believe a ban will not work.
Four arrested over suspected poisoning of elephants in Kenya
An investigation is looking into whether the deaths were caused by pesticides sprayed on tomato crops.
Nigerian film star Ogogo dies from cancer aged 66
Taiwo Hassan, better known as Ogogo, was one of the most recognisable faces of Yoruba cinema.
Nigeria: Atiku's Subsidy Proposal Designed to Make Petrol Affordable – Okonkwo
[Vanguard] ABUJA — Kenneth Okonkwo, spokesperson for the 2027 presidential campaign of former Vice-President Atiku Abubakar, has dismissed criticism of Atiku’s plan to restore petrol subsidy if elected, saying the proposal is aimed at reducing…
Nigeria: 2027 – Kwankwaso Knocks APC Campaign Council, Says Election Choice Between Oppressors, Oppressed
[Premium Times] Former Governor of Kano State and vice presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), Rabiu Kwankwaso, has criticised the newly constituted All Progressives Congress (APC) Presidential Campaign Council for the 2027 general…
Nigeria: Gunmen Kill Two Security Operatives, Seize Rifles in Plateau
[Premium Times] Two security operatives were reportedly killed and their rifles taken away after gunmen attacked communities in Riyom Local Government Area of Plateau State.
Nigeria: Amnesty Demands Rescue of Worshippers Abducted in Niger Mosque Attack
[Premium Times] Amnesty International has urged Nigerian authorities to urgently rescue worshippers abducted during Friday prayers at a mosque in Kpenya, Niger State, amid escalating attacks and mass abductions in the Borgu-Kainji corridor.
Nearly 90,000 told to evacuate as wildfire approaches Reno, Nevada
The fire has burned around 10,500 acres and is completely uncontained, officials say.
Four arrested over boxing champion's murder in South Africa
One of the suspects is due in court on Monday to be charged with murder and attempted murder.