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Africa has recorded over 400,000 COVID-19 cases and more than 10,000 persons have died from the disease in the continent. The UN health agency gave the update on its regional official Twitter account — @WHOAFRO on…
The World Health Organization, WHO, regional office for Africa says the number of coronavirus (COVID-19) cases in Africa has risen to over 84,000 in the past 24 hours. The UN health agency gave the update on its…
The World Health Organization, WHO, has confirmed COVID-19 infection in Algeria. The case was announced by the health minister, Population and Hospital Reform of Algeria as the country’s first case of COVID-19 and the…
The daughter of a Nigerian Billionaire, Florence Otedola, popularly known as DJ Cuppy, has taken to social media to claim the title for the "Most Followed DJ in Africa". The talented celebrity who is one of the most…
Nigeria's Super Eagles will battle five-time world champions Brazil in an international friendly match in Singapore on Sunday, October 13. The squad mainly made up of foreign-based stars were checking into their hotel…
Famous world's search engine, Google Inc celebrates Nigeria with a special doodle as the country celebrates its 59 years of independence. Google had posted on its official twitter page the special doodle it had made…
Popular controversial journalist, Kemi Olunloyo has come for a famous blogger, Linda Ikeji who is celebrating her 39th birthday. The self-acclaimed investigative journalist claims Linda, who celebrated her son’s first…
After recording a landmark revenue of $50 million, tech firm and talent accelerator, Andela, has announced that it will lay off over 250 junior engineers across Kenya, Uganda, and Nigeria. Jeremy Johnson, Chief…
Nifike Kahle Song by Thulane Da Producer Featured artist: Madida no Madizah Released: 2nd September, 2019 "Nifike Kahle" is a new superb track released by Thulane Da Producer which is now a slammer in the South African…
The Police have beefed up security around Enugu and Kwara Shoprite Malls. Men of the Nigeria Police Force, Kwara Command, have taken over the Kwara Mall, housing Shoprite, and other businesses to prevent possible…
President Cyril Ramaphosa has condemned the killings of Nigerians in South Africa by the citizens of that country. President Cyril Ramaphosa of South Africa has reacted to the killings of Nigerians in that country,…
South Africans have begun fresh attacks, looting, and burning of businesses and properties belonging to foreigners. Three people were killed in the renewed attacks, while an injured person is still receiving treatment…
Best Rapper In Africa Song by BlaqbonezReleased: 30 July 2019 Chocolate City’s own Blaqbonez’s diss track is filled with unique metaphors and similes and he obviously exudes lyrical confidence. Lines like ‘better step…
Access Bank and Diamond bank are expected to complete a merger within the first half of 2019 as the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has no objection to the potential merger of the two banks. According to the boards of the…
The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) on Monday said no fewer than 36 persons had died in motor accidents in Ondo state from January till date. Sector Commander of the corps in the state, Mr Rotimi Adeleye, made this…
President Muhammadu Buhari has declared a state of emergency on Nigeria’s water supply, sanitation and hygiene sector. Buhari made the declaration at the inauguration of the National Action Plan for Revitalisation of…
Nigeria's foremost traditional rulers visited the prince of Wales, Prince Charles who arrived in Nigeria today as part of his West African tour. The Ooni of Ife, Oba Enitan Ogunwusi’s arrival was preceded by a…
Actor Idris Elba, who James Bond fans are campaigning to be the next person to play 007, was named the sexiest man alive on Monday by People magazine. The London-born actor, 46, said he didn’t believe it when the…
Boko Haram jihadists on Saturday hacked 12 farmers to death as they worked on their fields in the volatile Borno State, civilian militia told AFP. They came in two trucks and attacked the farmers with machetes outside…
A ring of sunshine will blaze above parts of Africa on Thursday as the moon glides between the sun and Earth. The solar spectacle is called an annular eclipse, and sometimes referred to as a “ring of fire” eclipse.…
