Monday, February 2, 2026 - 17:04
An attack on Niamey’s Base 101 at the international airport left four soldiers wounded after two hours of heavy fighting. France 24’s Wassim Nasr takes a close look at the assault and reveals key details: the base’s sensitivity, the presence of Russian mercenaries and Italian troops, drone defenses...
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Monday, February 2, 2026 - 16:59
By Muhammad B. Muhammad
Former Senate President, Dr. Abubakar Bukola Saraki, on Monday commissioned the Federal Housing Estate road network constructed by the Adamawa State Government under the administration of Governor Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri.
The project, located within the...
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Monday, February 2, 2026 - 16:56
The power struggles between President Salva Kiir and his political rival Riek Machar are pushing the country towards conflict. Analysts urge the international community to exert pressure on both parties to avert war.
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Monday, February 2, 2026 - 16:44
Severe flooding has intensified across northern and southern Africa since last October. Extreme rainfall has affected many regions, intensifying sharply in January and leading to widespread emergencies. As the situation continues to unfold, the United Nations is appealing for international...
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Monday, February 2, 2026 - 16:40
This time, Romy Castel, daughter of Pierre Castel, the founder of the brewing group, arrived well prepared. After the failure [...]
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Monday, February 2, 2026 - 16:34
Philippine Vice President Sara Duterte faced a new round of impeachment complaints on Monday, renewing a political fight that failed to remove her from office last year and adding fresh tension to the country’s already fractured leadership. The complaints were filed by civil society...
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Monday, February 2, 2026 - 16:24
The Nigerian superstar and African footballer of the Year 2024 has accepted an offer to join Atlético Madrid, rejecting a lucrative salary proposal from Turkish super league giants Fenerbahce.
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Monday, February 2, 2026 - 16:20
In a pivotal shift, Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has ordered the start of nuclear talks with the United States. This comes as U.S. President Donald Trump expresses hope for a deal while simultaneously threatening military action and deploying an aircraft carrier group to the region.
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Monday, February 2, 2026 - 16:07
By Martins Abochol
Dr Bulus Maiyaki, former Commissioner for Works and Finance in Taraba State condemned in strong terms the recent attacks and burning of churches in Tiv communities of Donga and Takum Local Government Areas in the state.
Maiyaki, who spoke to newsmen on...
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Monday, February 2, 2026 - 15:53
Beijing — China is moving to tighten measures against cybercrime with a draft bill that would bar convicted citizens from leaving the country for up to three years, even after completing their sentences. The announcement, made Saturday by Beijing’s Public Security Ministry, is part of a broader...
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Monday, February 2, 2026 - 15:45
By Martins Abochol
Mr Mukhtar Usman Galadima, a former Director, Department of Development Control in the Federal Capital Development Authority (FCDA) said the defection of Gov. Agbu Kefas of Taraba to the All Progressives Congress (APC) was a blessing to Taraba.
Galadima...
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Monday, February 2, 2026 - 15:43
On Groundhog Day, Punxsutawney Phil predicted six more weeks of winter in Pennsylvania. The event attracts a large crowd with its roots in European farming customs.
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Monday, February 2, 2026 - 15:34
Norwegian Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre has publicly agreed with Crown Princess Mette-Marit over her acknowledgment of “poor judgement” in maintaining extensive contact with the late financier and convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. The revelation comes after the latest U.S. Department of...
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Monday, February 2, 2026 - 15:33
…Defends Nasarawa Hoops Body
By Mishael Emmanuel
The Chairman of the Nasarawa State Basketball Association (NSBBA), Mr. Ayuba Tijani, has fired back at what he called a “toxic campaign of misinformation” targeting the state’s basketball body, warning that the false...
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Monday, February 2, 2026 - 15:29
[Nile Post] The arrest of Muwanga Kivumbi, a senior figure in the National Unity Platform (NUP), has triggered an unexpected political realignment within Uganda's opposition -- one unfolding not on campaign platforms or party headquarters, but in the courtroom.
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Monday, February 2, 2026 - 15:27
[The Point] The Minister for Interior, Hon. Abdoulie Sanyang, issued a firm and uncompromising call to the country's security services at the annual security sector retreat to embrace reform, teamwork, and deliver results for the Gambian people, warning that failure is not an option.
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Monday, February 2, 2026 - 15:23
By Maxwell Kumoye
African Scrabble is bracing for a championship like never before.
With just months to go, preparations for the 16th Africa Scrabble Championship (ASC) have shifted into high gear, following the official confirmation of Monrovia, Liberia as host city....
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Monday, February 2, 2026 - 15:23
The military authorities who seized power in Guinea Bissau in November said they will include the main opposition PAIGC party in a new transitional government and have released its leader, former Prime Minister Domingos Simoes Pereira, though he remains under house arrest. The announcement...
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Monday, February 2, 2026 - 15:15
...Wants FIBA To Declare That Outgone NBBF President And Board Have Exceeded Their Tenure
...Ask FIBA To Authorize NSC and NOC To Conduct Fresh Elections
By Sanee Yarima
Nigeria’s basketball administration has been thrown into deep turmoil as Congress members of...
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Monday, February 2, 2026 - 15:13
At least 15 drivers have been killed in a deadly attack on a fuel tanker convoy in western Mali, according to local sources. The assault, blamed on jihadists, comes amid a months-long fuel blockade that had only recently begun to ease.
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