Gunmen attack orphanage in northern Nigeria, abduct 23 pupils
Gunmen abducted 23 pupils from an illegal orphanage in Lokoja, Kogi State, Nigeria. Fifteen have been rescued, and authorities are searching for the remaining eight victims. By Dyepkazah Shibayan in…
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Egypt releases one Al Jazeera journalist
Egypt freed an Al Jazeera journalist Sunday, allowing him to leave the country, the government said.
Egypt releases one Al Jazeera journalist
Egypt freed an Al Jazeera journalist Sunday, allowing him to leave the country, the government said.
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Pro-apartheid assassin granted parole
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Surprise ingredient of Ghana’s economy
From leading the fight against colonial rule to triumphing in sporting events, Ghanaians have a lot to feel proud of.
Surprise ingredient of Ghana’s economy
From leading the fight against colonial rule to triumphing in sporting events, Ghanaians have a lot to feel proud of.
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