Sultan declares sunday start of Islamic New Year 1446 AH

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The Sultan of Sokoto and President General of the Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs, Muhammad Sa’ad Abubakar, has declared Sunday, July 7, 2024, as the...

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Military neutralises 177 terrorists, apprehend 263- DHQ

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The Nigerian military has in the last week eliminated 177 terrorists, apprehended 263 others and rescued 158 kidnapped hostages in different operations across...

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Deschamps savours ending penalty hoodoo, defends Mbappe

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France coach Didier Deschamps savoured seeing his side win a penalty shoot-out for the first time since the 1998 World Cup as they beat Portugal in Friday’s...

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Canada stun Venezuela to reach Copa America semis

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Canada reached the semi-finals of the Copa America on Friday after beating Venezuela 4-3 on penalties after the 90-minute game finished 1-1. Jacob Shaffelburg...

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Iran reformist Pezeshkian wins presidential election

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Iran’s reformist candidate Masoud Pezeshkian on Saturday won a runoff presidential election against ultraconservative Saeed Jalili, the interior ministry...

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Activists hail Sierra Leone child marriage ban

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Sierra Leone this week adopted a landmark law banning child marriage — a move heralded by rights groups and foreign partners but leaving some activists...

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Cybercrime groups restructuring after major takedowns

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Cybercrime gangs are looking to rebuild with new tactics after global police operations this year made a huge dent in their activities, experts have told AFP....

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Divided West Africa hosts two summits this weekend

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A divided West Africa hosts two presidential summits this weekend — one in Niger between Sahel region military regime leaders, followed by another in Nigeria...

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Portugal exit Euros with pride, will return stronger – Martinez

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Portugal coach Roberto Martinez said his team lost with “pride” against France in the Euro 2024 quarter-finals on Friday, pledging they would come back...

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Govt unperturbed as strip clubs, brothels dot residential areas

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Entertainment plays a critical role in any society in terms of socio-economic contributions. Just as it is often stated, entertainment is good for all,...

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Govt unperturbed as strip clubs, brothels dot residential areas
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