Man facing divorce kills 8 children, 7 of his own, in shooting rampage in Louisiana
“This is a tragic situation — maybe the worst tragic situation we’ve ever had,” said Shreveport Mayor Tom Arceneaux, mayor of the city in northwestern Louisiana with about 180,000 residents.…
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Madagascar’s president calls for national dialogue amid youth protests and ultimatum
Madagascar’s President Andry Rajoelina has announced plans to hold a “national dialogue” with various stakeholders on Wednesday, following a 48-hour ultimatum from youth protesters demanding he meet their conditions or…
Tanzania probes reported abduction of former ambassador and government critic
Tanzania’s police have launched an investigation into reports that former ambassador-turned-government critic, Humphrey Polepole, was kidnapped from his residence, following claims by his family that he was forcibly taken from…
Ten more deportees from the United States arrive in Eswatini
A group of ten migrants deported from the United States arrived early Monday, October 6, 2025, in the southern African nation of Eswatini, the government confirmed. Their arrival marks the…
Cape Verde on the brink of historic world cup qualification
The Cape Verde Islands stand just one victory away from achieving a footballing milestone that would have seemed unimaginable two decades ago — a place at the FIFA World Cup.…
Madagascar President appoints Army General as new Prime Minister
Madagascar’s President, Andry Rajoelina, has appointed Army General Ruphin Fortunat Zafisambo as the country’s new Prime Minister, following the dissolution of the previous government amid mounting public protests over widespread…
U.S. expands visa bond program to include the Gambia
The United States government has expanded its Visa Bond Pilot Program, officially adding The Gambia to the list of countries whose citizens must post a refundable security bond before entering…
Flying Eagles soar into round of 16 after thrilling draw with Colombia
Seven-time African champions, Nigeria, delivered an impressive performance in the early hours of Monday, October 6, 2025, securing a place in the Round of 16 at the ongoing FIFA U-20…
Odumodublvck shakes the scene with star-studded ‘industry machine’ album
Nigerian rap sensation Odumodublvck has set the music world abuzz with the release of his long-awaited album, Industry Machine, a 23-track masterpiece that brings together some of the biggest names…
U.S. government shutdown deepens as Trump and Democrats remain at standoff
The U.S. government shutdown stretched into its sixth day on Monday, October 6, 2025, with little sign of progress between President Donald Trump’s Republican administration and Democratic lawmakers in Congress.…
Cameroon: Biya faces growing pressure to step down as he seeks eighth term
Cameroon’s long-serving president, Paul Biya, officially launched his campaign for an eighth term in office in July, declaring that he was responding to the “numerous and insistent” calls from citizens…
Tanzanian opposition leader Tundu Lissu faces treason trial ahead of election
Tanzanian opposition leader Tundu Lissu went on trial for treason on Monday, October 6, 2025, in the nation’s commercial capital, Dar es Salaam, in a case that has stirred political…
Somali forces repel deadly al-Shabab prison attack in Mogadishu
Somali security forces on Sunday, October 5, 2025, announced that they had successfully repelled a major assault by al-Shabab militants on one of Mogadishu’s most fortified prisons, killing seven attackers…
Judge halts Trump’s plan to deploy National Guard to Portland
A federal judge in Oregon has temporarily barred President Donald Trump’s administration from sending National Guard troops to Portland, dealing a blow to his effort to deploy the military in…
The Nearly Forgotten Independence. By Chidi Amuta
Nigeria may not be the world’s best showpiece of democracy and political freedom. But Nigeria can easily win a contest of the country that celebrates democracy related matters most loudly.…
Apologies for a Social Media Catastrophe. By Chidi Amuta
A purported ‘news story’ posted by a certain Ola Fapson on FACEBOOK early last week has got me into a perception calamity. It carried the “news” that former Governor Ikpeazu…
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