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US Congressman seeks immigration ban in Somalia, Sudan, South Sudan

Republican member of the United States House of Representatives, Nancy Mace, has announced plans to introduce legislation that would ban immigration from three African countries—Somalia, Sudan and South Sudan—arguing that the move is necessary to safeguard America’s national security. Mace, who represents South Carolina, announced the proposal in a statement released on June 25 through his official office, describing the …

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World Cup 2026: South Africa falls, Canada secures final 16th place

Stefano Eustachio Stephen Eustaquio’s last-gasp goal gave Canada a hard-fought victory over South Africa in the 2026 FIFA World Cup round of 32. Jesse Marsch’s men will now face the winners of Holland-Morocco at the Houston Stadium. Bafana Bafana produced some eye-catching moves in the first half at the Los Angeles Stadium but were let down by the final ball. …

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2027: Kwankwaso, Dickson rally support for NDC amid legal setbacks

The vice presidential candidate of the Nigerian Democratic Congress (NDC), Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, has reiterated his party’s resolve to build a stronger political platform ahead of the 2027 general elections following a strategic meeting with the party’s National Leader, Seriake Dickson. Kwankwaso disclosed the meeting in a post shared on his verified X account on Sunday, revealing that he visited …

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APC denies viral list claiming to reveal primary election winner

The All Progressives Congress (APC) has rejected a fake list circulating on social media and other online platforms purporting to contain the names of the winning candidates in the just concluded primaries. In a public notice issued on Sunday, the ruling party clarified that it had not released an official compilation of successful candidates and warned party members and the …

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Benue: Tinubu commissions Bensono fruit plant to stimulate industrial growth

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on Saturday commissioned the 40,000 tonne Bensono Fruits Processing Company Limited in Makurdi President Tinubu, represented by his Chief of Staff, Rt Hon Femi Gbajabiamila, said the project is in line with the Federal Government’s commitment to transform agriculture through industrial processing and development. Tinubu said the plant will create thousands of jobs, stimulate economic activities, …

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Canada’s 92nd-minute winner knocked South Africa out of the World Cup

Canada’s late win in their World Cup round of 32 match against South Africa’s Bafana Bafana on Sunday night moved the North Americans into the last 16. After more than an hour and 30 minutes of back and forth wasting opportunities for both sides, the goal was finally created in the 92nd minute through Stephen Eustaquio’s neat shot. Also Read: …

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Report details widespread use of sexual violence in Sudan’s war

United Nations human rights office, OHCHRverified 546 incidents in 16 of Sudan’s 18 states from the start of the conflict to mid-April this year. At least 838 victims were affected and all but 15 were women and girls, but these figures only represent the “tip of the iceberg”. That report found that sexual violence has spread along conflict and displacement …

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Eniola Bolaji wins silver at the British & Irish Para-Badminton International 2026

Nigeria Mariam Eniola Bolaji, on Sunday, put in another excellent performance on the international stage, winning silver at the British & Irish Para-Badminton International 2026 in Ireland. Bolaji put in an outstanding performance throughout the tournament, showing the resilience and fighting spirit that has made her one of the world’s leading para-badminton athletes. In a close SL3 women’s singles final, …

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AUN, MAAUN shine in world university ranking 2026

The American University of Nigeria (AUN), Yola, and the Maryam Abacha American University of Nigeria (MAAUN), Kano, have emerged among the Nigerian universities featured in the prestigious 2026 Times Higher Education (THE) World University Rankings, reaffirming the growing contribution of private universities to the advancement of higher education in the country. A total of 24 Nigerian universities have secured a …

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Sultan calls for justice over killing of MACBAN Benue chairman

The Sultan of Sokoto, Alhaji Muhammad Sa’ad Abubakar III, has called for a thorough, transparent and impartial investigation into the killing of the Benue State Chairman of the Miyetti Allah Cattle Breeders Association of Nigeria, Alhaji Ardo Risku, insisting that all those involved in the attack must be brought to justice. The sultan, president of the board of directors of …

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