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Nigeria President Directs Nationwide Awareness Campaign After Deadly Fuel Tanker Explosion

Nigeria’s President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has called for immediate action following the tragic fuel tanker explosion at Dikko Junction in Niger State’s Gurara Local Government Area, which claimed the lives…

Africa News Now January 20, 2025

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Mali Plans to Establish Domestic Arms Industry to Boost Military Capabilities

Malian Transitional President, General Assimi Goïta, has announced ambitious plans to develop a domestic arms industry aimed at enhancing the country's military capabilities and securing national defense. During a national…

Africa News Now January 20, 2025

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Seven Dead in Clash Between Ghana Armed Forces and Illegal Miners at AngloGold Ashanti Mine

At least seven illegal miners have been confirmed dead following a violent confrontation with Ghana Armed Forces (GAF) personnel at the AngloGold Ashanti mining site in Obuasi, Ghana. The clash…

Africa News Now January 20, 2025

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Nigeria Launches Youth Farmers’ Enrolment Portal to Combat Food Insecurity and Unemployment

The Nigerian Government has launched a new initiative aimed at tackling the growing issues of food insecurity and unemployment that have plagued the country. The initiative, unveiled by the Minister…

Africa News Now January 19, 2025

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Gasoline Tanker Explosion in Nigeria Claims 70 Lives

A tragic explosion in north-central Nigeria has claimed the lives of at least 70 people after a gasoline tanker crashed early Saturday morning. The explosion occurred when locals, who had…

Africa News Now January 19, 2025

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Nigeria and Angola Struggle with Rising Cholera Cases Amid Outbreaks

Nigeria and Angola are grappling with new cholera outbreaks that have claimed multiple lives, sparking urgent public health responses in both nations. In Nigeria, the first cholera outbreak of the…

Africa News Now January 19, 2025

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Ghana’s President John Mahama Calls for Strengthened Regional Cooperation to Tackle Growing Terrorism Threats

Ghana’s President, John Mahama, expressed grave concerns over the escalating threat of terrorism in neighboring regions, calling for greater regional cooperation to address the rising security challenges. In a high-level…

Africa News Now January 18, 2025

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Benin Military Calls for Regional Cooperation Against Terrorist

On January 9, a deadly attack in northern Benin claimed the lives of approximately 30 soldiers. The assault, carried out by the Group for the Support of Islam and Muslims…

Africa News Now January 18, 2025

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Ghana and Senegal Strengthen Bilateral Ties with Focus on Key Sectors

Ghana and Senegal have entered a new phase of collaboration, marked by a comprehensive agreement to enhance cooperation in critical sectors including hydrocarbons, defense, security, education, health, and tourism. The…

Africa News Now January 18, 2025

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Expanding Global Influence;Nigeria Joins BRICS as New Partner Nation from Africa

Brazil's government announced on Friday that Nigeria has officially been accepted as a partner country in the BRICS group, marking a significant expansion of the alliance. The addition of Nigeria,…

Africa News Now January 18, 2025

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Togo Considers Joining the Alliance of Sahel States, Strengthening Regional Ties

Togo is contemplating the possibility of joining the Alliance of Sahel States (AES), with Foreign Minister Robert Dussey revealing the country's openness to the idea during an interview with Voxafrica…

Africa News Now January 17, 2025