Zambia ex-president’s family wins latest legal battle over what should happen to his body
More than a year after the death of Zambia’s former President Edgar Lungu, his family have won their appeal to have his body buried in South Africa where he died – overturning a high court ruling that allowed the Zambian…
South Sudan sets December date for long-delayed first-ever election
There have been a number of false dawns when it comes to elections in South Sudan, but the authorities have said the long-delayed first-ever vote will take place in December. The leaders of the world’s youngest country have not been…
Ebonyi NDC crisis deepens as deputy chairman, others resign
The crisis in the Ebonyi State chapter of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) worsened on Monday following the resignation of key party officials, including Deputy Chairman Comrade Okey Idenyi, Secretary Barr. Chinedu Adum, Welfare Officer, Mr Cyril Ajah, Youth Leader,…
Court Remands Sowore In Prison
The Federal High Court in Abuja on Monday ordered the remand of Omoyele Sowore, the presidential candidate of African Action Congress (AAC), in Kuje Correctional Centre. Justice Mohammed Umar, in a short ruling, ordered Sowore to be kept in the…
Trump Ends HIV Funding for South Africa Over Violence, Land Reform Concerns
The administration of U.S. President Donald Trump has announced the termination of South Africa’s participation in the President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR), citing concerns over the treatment of white South Africans, land reform policies, and what Washington describes…
Far-right de la Espriella elected Colombia president
Far-right millionaire Abelardo de la Espriella, who was endorsed by United States President Donald Trump, has won Colombia’s presidential election, according to preliminary results. De la Espriella, 47, achieved a narrow victory against his left-wing challenger, Senator Ivan Cepeda, who…
Former Delta Governor Okowa visits EFCC office amid corruption probe
The former governor is being investigated over the alleged diversion of funds accruing to Delta State from the 13 per cent derivation allocation from the Federation Account between 2015 and 2023, when he served as governor. Former Delta State Governor…
Calling Bandits Terrorists Hinders Negotiations, Says Gumi
Islamic cleric, Sheikh Ahmad Gumi has criticised the Federal Government’s classification of bandits as terrorists, warning that the move could escalate insecurity and eliminate opportunities for dialogue with the groups. Gumi made the remarks in a viral video in which…
South Africa on High Alert Ahead of June 30 Anti-Immigration Protests
South African authorities are on high alert as the June 30 deadline set by some anti-immigration groups for undocumented migrants to leave the country draws near. Acting Minister of Police, Firoz Cachalia, recently met with Defence Minister Angie Motshekga to…
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer Resigns After Less Than Two Years in Office
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer has announced his resignation after serving less than two years in office. Starmer became Prime Minister on July 5, 2024, following a landslide victory by the Labour Party in the UK general election. In a…