APC Wins 5 of 6 FCT Area Councils Ahead of 2027 Election
The ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) has won five of the six Area Councils in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), tightening its grip ahead of the 2027 general election.
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NIMASA, NAF pledge deeper collaboration for maritime security
NIMASA and the Nigerian Air Force have committed to strengthening their partnership to enhance maritime security and sustain the success of the Deep Blue Project.
Thieves Steal R5 Rifle, Pistols from Ulundi Police K9 Unit
Thieves broke into the Ulundi K9 Unit premises in KwaZulu-Natal and stole an R5 rifle, a shotgun, four pistols and hundreds of rounds of ammunition. The incident has prompted an internal police probe into security lapses at the site.
DA Hails Free State Rural Roads Pilot for Agricultural Boost
The Democratic Alliance praised the launch of a rural roads revitalization pilot in South Africa's Free State province on Friday. DA officials called the initiative, spearheaded by Minister Dean Macpherson, a vital step to cut transport costs and bolster farming efficiency.
APC’s Joshua Ishaku Wins Bwari Area Council Chairmanship
Joshua Ishaku of the All Progressives Congress secured victory in the Bwari Area Council chairmanship election with 18,466 votes. The Independent National Electoral Commission declared him the winner after results from all 10 wards in Nigeria's Federal Capital Territory.
Faithful recounts rags-to-riches journey after heeding biblical call
A Nigerian worshipper credits divine intervention for transforming his life from poverty to owning a Mercedes Benz, a completed home in Okeafa, and his son's U.S. green card on scholarship. He ties his blessings to accepting Jesus Christ's invitation in Matthew 11:27-28 to find rest from life's burdens.
Thoothukudi Farmers Demand Drought Declaration for Northern Taluks
Farmers from northern Thoothukudi district petitioned authorities Thursday to declare four taluks drought-hit after last year's weak monsoon slashed crop yields by 60%. They cited severe water shortages crippling rain-fed fields of black gram, green gram and maize.
UJ and GWF Sign 3-Year Pact to Boost Rural Youth Prospects
The University of Johannesburg and the Good Work Foundation have launched a three-year research partnership to enhance well-being, education and job prospects for rural South African youth. The agreement combines UJ's research expertise with GWF's rural programs.
Ghana Parliament Adjourns Third Meeting After Passing 14 Bills
Ghana's Ninth Parliament adjourned its third meeting of the first session sine die on Dec. 19, 2025, after 35 sittings that saw lawmakers pass 14 bills and approve Justice Paul Baffoe-Bonnie as the new chief justice. The session, which ran from Oct. 21, featured heated debates on budget matters and economic policies.
Task Force Removes 3,000 Illegal Power Connections in Thembisa
A multi-agency task force disconnected 3,000 illegal electricity connections in Thembisa on Tuesday. The operation targeted Ehlanzeni Cemetery and nearby areas to fight power theft.
Kano Court Remands 3 Men in Robbery-Murder Case
A High Court in Kano ordered three men remanded in custody on charges of conspiracy, armed robbery and murder after a deadly break-in at a local businessman's home. The suspects pleaded not guilty before Justice Yusuf Ubale Mohammed.
FCT Police Deploy Army, Navy, DSS for Feb. 21 Council Elections
Police in Nigeria's Federal Capital Territory have deployed officers alongside Army, Navy, Air Force and DSS personnel for Saturday's area council elections. A movement restriction from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. will be in effect across the FCT on February 21, 2026.
Murkomen Blames Machakos Goons for Kitengela Rally Chaos, Death
Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen accused goons transported from Machakos County of sparking deadly chaos at Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna's rally in Kitengela on Sunday. One man died and dozens were injured in the violence that followed.