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China’s Xi Backs Hichilema’s Second Term as Zambia’s Copper Stakes Rise
Chinese President Xi Jinping has congratulated Hakainde Hichilema on his re-election, signalling Beijing’s interest in deepening ties with Zambia.
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US Judge Strikes Down Trump Visa Freeze Affecting Nigeria, 74 Other Countries
A US federal judge has ordered the Trump administration to resume immigrant visa processing for nationals of 75 countries, including Nigeria.
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No Follower Threshold: How Yolly Is Changing the Way Creators Earn
Yolly is betting that creators should be able to earn from audience support from their first stream, without waiting to build a large following.
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AI Takes Over Texting as ChatGPT Gains Access to Apple Messages
ChatGPT can now search, draft and send Apple Messages from supported Macs, bringing AI deeper into everyday conversations.
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Ogoni Oil Return: Youths Push for 500 Jobs as Leaders Demand Transparency
Ogoni youths want 500 NNPCL jobs as disagreement grows over how and when oil operations should return to the area.
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Ghana Eyes Nigeria Electricity Market as Accra Pushes West African Energy Hub Ambition
Ghana says it is working towards exporting electricity to Nigeria as it seeks a bigger role in West Africa’s energy market.
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Malaria: Benue Commits ₦294.5m to Seasonal Prevention Campaign
Benue has approved ₦294.53 million to support a 2026 malaria-prevention campaign targeting children across the state.
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2027: Wike Challenges Tinubu Supporters to Deliver Wards, LGAs and States.
Nyesom Wike says Tinubu’s supporters should prove their political value at the grassroots rather than chase campaign positions.
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Dangote Pledges ₦600m LASU Girls’ Hostel, Offers Jobs to First-Class Graduates
Aliko Dangote has offered career opportunities to top LASU graduates while pledging ₦600 million for a female students’ hostel.
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Trump Expands Iran Pressure, Threatens Countries Providing Tehran a ‘Lifeline’
Donald Trump has warned countries helping Iran that they could face severe economic consequences as Washington tightens pressure on Tehran.
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Rivers: Navy Dismantles Illegal Crude Storage Facility, Recovers 93,000 Litres
The Nigerian Navy has deactivated a suspected illegal crude oil storage facility containing about 93,000 litres in Rivers State.
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US Judge Strikes Down Trump Visa Freeze Affecting Nigeria, 74 Other Countries
A US federal judge has ordered the Trump administration to resume immigrant visa processing for nationals of 75 countries, including Nigeria.
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Canada Fires Back With Dollar-for-Dollar Tariffs After US Trade Talks Collapse
Canada is preparing dollar-for-dollar tariffs on US goods after Washington imposed new 50% levies on Canadian imports.
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Iran Warns Countries Joining US Sanctions They Will Be Treated as Enemies
Tehran has threatened retaliation against countries that join Washington’s expanding economic campaign against Iran
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Stars and Stripes Chiefs Fired as Pentagon Clash Over Editorial Independence Escalates
The Pentagon has dismissed senior Stars and Stripes journalists amid a growing dispute over the military newspaper’s editorial independence.
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Espí Saves Mourinho as Real Madrid Snatch Late Victory Over Espanyol
José Mourinho’s second Real Madrid spell began with a dramatic 2-1 victory away to Espanyol
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Abia TechRise: 850 Young Innovators Graduate as Otti Approves 19 Jobs
Abia has graduated 850 young people from its third TechRise cohort, with top performers set for jobs and all participants receiving financial and equipment support.
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African Journalists Seek Deeper China Media Cooperation as AI Reshapes Newsrooms
African media professionals are calling for deeper China-Africa newsroom cooperation as AI and digital platforms reshape journalism.
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Ogoni Oil Return: Youths Push for 500 Jobs as Leaders Demand Transparency
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2027: Wike Challenges Tinubu Supporters to Deliver Wards, LGAs and States.
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