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President Tinubu Inaugurates Modern Army Barracks in Abuja to Strengthen National Security

Nigeria’s President, Bola Ahmed Tinubu, has officially inaugurated a state-of-the-art army barracks in the nation’s capital, Abuja, marking a key milestone in his administration’s efforts to enhance national security and…

Africa News Now January 24, 2025

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Nigeria Declares Lakurawa Armed Group a Terrorist Organization Amid Growing Security Threats”

Nigeria’s authorities have officially declared the Lakurawa armed group a terrorist organization, imposing a nationwide ban on its activities. The group, which has gained notoriety for flogging individuals found with…

Africa News Now January 24, 2025

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Mozambique Police Chief Fired Amid Allegations of Brutality Following Disputed Election

Mozambique's President, Daniel Chapo, has dismissed the country’s police chief, Bernardino Rafael, following serious allegations of police brutality during the October elections and its aftermath. Rafael has denied claims from…

Africa News Now January 24, 2025

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DRC’s North Kivu Military Governor Dies Amid Intensifying M23 Rebel Assault

The military governor of North Kivu province in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), Major General Peter Cirimwami, has died from injuries sustained during recent combat with M23 rebel…

Africa News Now January 24, 2025

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Gabon to Hold Presidential Election on April 12, 2025 Amid Post-Coup Transition

Gabon will hold its next presidential election on April 12, 2025, according to an announcement made by the council of ministers. The West African country is currently under military rule…

Africa News Now January 23, 2025

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Over 1 Million Sudanese Refugees Flee to South Sudan Amid Ongoing Conflict

The United Nations has reported that more than one million people have fled the ongoing conflict in Sudan, seeking refuge in neighbouring South Sudan. This marks a grim milestone in…

Africa News Now January 23, 2025

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Nigeria Prosecutes Over 100 Individuals for Terror Financing, Strengthening National Security Efforts

Nigeria’s President Bola Tinubu has revealed that the country has successfully prosecuted more than 100 individuals involved in terror financing over the past two years. The announcement was made by…

Africa News Now January 23, 2025

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Egypt Vows to Ensure Full Implementation of Gaza Ceasefire, President El-Sissi Affirms

Egypt’s President Abdel Fattah el-Sissi declared on Wednesday that the country would use all its efforts to ensure the complete implementation of the ceasefire agreement in Gaza. El-Sissi highlighted Egypt's…

Africa News Now January 23, 2025

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Burkina Faso, Niger, and Mali Form Unified Military Force to Combat Jihadist Violence

Burkina Faso, Niger, and Mali have announced the creation of a unified 5,000-strong military force aimed at addressing the growing jihadist violence in the Sahel region. The new force, which…

Africa News Now January 23, 2025

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South African WWI Servicemen Honoured with New Memorial After a Century of Neglect

Hundreds of South African servicemen who died during World War I have been officially recognized with a newly unveiled memorial in Cape Town, marking a long-overdue tribute after more than…

Africa News Now January 23, 2025

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Outrage in Italy After Libyan Warlord Released Due to Legal Technicality Amid ICC Charges

Human rights groups and opposition lawmakers in Italy have expressed outrage following the release of Libyan warlord Ossama Anjiem (also known as Ossama al-Masri), who was freed due to a…

Africa News Now January 23, 2025