Lagos takes delivery of CNG, electric buses
The Lagos State Government has taken delivery of Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) and electric buses as part of efforts to expand the state’s public transportation fleet and promote cleaner mobility. The buses were received on behalf of the state government…
2027: I’ll quit guber race – ADC candidate, Kalu challenges Otti
The African Democratic Congress, ADC, governorship candidate for Abia State, Kalu Kalu, has challenged Governor Alex Otti to identify any project executed by his administration in Ohafia Local Government Area.Kalu, who hails from Ohafia, said he would withdraw from the…
Botswana Marks 60 Years of Independence With Nationwide Celebrations
Botswana gained independence from Britain on 30 September 1966 and is marking six decades of independence with celebrations across the country. For African Pride, Botswana has long been a firm favourite, forming an important part of its tailor-made Africa programme….
Soyinka taught me never to be late — RMD
Soyinka taught me never to be late — RMD. Veteran actor, Richard Mofe-Damijo, popularly known as RMD, has revealed how the values instilled in him by his mother have helped bring him this far in life. Speaking at a recent…
SSNIT sets records straight on Labadi Beach Front demolition
The Social Security and National Insurance Trust (SSNIT) sought the intervention of the National Security Council Secretariat to intervene against persistent unlawful occupation, encroachment and unauthorised activities on the beachfront adjoining and directly in front of Labadi Beach Hotel and…
Kenya Refinery: Obasanjo reveals French firm that tried to stop Dangote from succeeding in cement
Former Nigerian President Olusegun Obasanjo has revealed that a French firm never wanted Aliko Dangote, President of the Dangote Group, to succeed in cement production. He made this disclosure in his remarks at the groundbreaking ceremony of the Dangote East…
Portugal: ‘I won’t think of that, ever’ – Thierry Henry on whether Ronaldo’s career has ended
France and Arsenal legend, Thierry Henry has offered his perspective on Cristiano Ronaldo following his unexpected departure from the Portugal national team camp. Ronaldo shocked the football world when he departed from the Portugal national team’s training facility prior to…
South African music veteran Babsy Mlangeni has died at the age of 83 following a short illness.
South African music veteran Babsy Mlangeni has died at the age of 83 following a short illness. Mlangeni was a distinctive voice in South African music for more than five decades, building a career that produced a catalogue of memorable…
RAILA ODINGA REMEMBERED AS KENYA, AFRICA MOURNS HIS LOSS
Kenya and the wider African continent are mourning the loss of veteran Kenyan politician and former Prime Minister Raila Amollo Odinga, whose long political career and influence left a lasting mark on the country. Affectionately known by names including “Baba,”…
Former Sudanese President Omar Al-bashir Hospitalized In Khartoum For Medical Treatment
Former Sudanese President Omar al-Bashir has been transferred to a military-run hospital in Khartoum for medical treatment, according to his lawyer. The 82-year-old former leader was moved to the hospital following health complications and is receiving treatment while remaining under…