At least one United Nations peacekeeper was killed and four others seriously injured when their patrol was attacked in northern Mali on Friday, the peacekeeping mission MINUSMA said. The incident took place near the town of Ber, in the region of Tombouctou – an area that has become a hotbed of jihadist activity over the past decade. MINUSMA said on Twitter the patrol first encountered an improvised explosive device and was then hit with a direct fire attack. Reuters
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The United Nation’s World Food Programme (WFP) says it is suspending some food aid to Ethiopia while it addresses worries that donations are being diverted from those in need. It will continue to help the most vulnerable, such as children and new mothers, and welcomed what it called the Ethiopian government’s commitment to investigate. The United States – the biggest donor to Ethiopia – also suspended aid a day ago, saying it had uncovered a campaign to divert assistance. It did not say who was behind it. Donors have heard allegations that Ethiopian government entities were the orchestrators, and military units…
One of Nigeria’s most consistent and talented fashion designers, Deborah Adedoyin Okediji, has once again captured the essence of Nigerian fashion with her latest release and breathtaking showcase of the Debibi Summer Collection for 2023. This highly anticipated collection is a testament to Okediji’s remarkable craftsmanship and her ability to seamlessly blend traditional aesthetics with contemporary trends. The Debibi Summer Collection showcases Okediji’s deep-rooted understanding of Nigerian culture and her commitment to preserving its rich heritage through fashion. Each piece in the collection exudes a sense of elegance and authenticity, celebrating the vibrant colors, intricate patterns, and diverse fabrics that…
The Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet), says it has commenced the upgrade and installation of the 2023 version of Clidata for improved service delivery. The Clidata is a Climatic Database Management System (CDBMS) used for the archival, retrieval and for product generation. It also provides easy data acquisition, quality control, calculations, reporting and map generation. The installation and training are part of the NiMet’s Strategic Plan to improve its capacity to generate multi-sectoral products and services for it’s stakeholders. The training is being conducted by technical experts from the Czech Republic, who are currently on site upgrading and installing the 2023…
West Ham are interested in a swap deal involving Arsenal’sEmile Smith Rowe, 22, if fellow England midfielder Declan Rice, 24, joins the Gunners. (Sun) Ajax are demanding £45m for their 25-year-old Mexico midfielder Edson Alvarez, who has emerged as another option for West Ham to replace Rice. (Guardian) Bayern Munich’s top midfield transfer target is West Ham’s Rice but Arsenal remain favourites to sign him. (Sky Sport Germany, in German) Manchester City have held initial talks with RB Leipzig over the signing of Croatia defender Josko Gvardiol, 21. (Football Insider) Talks between Arsenal and Joao Cancelo over a potential move…
Paris St-Germain are planning a move for Manchester City’s Portugal midfielder Bernardo Silva, 28, this summer as a replacement for the departing Lionel Messi. (Le Parisien, in French)
Manchester City midfielder Ilkay Gundogan has reportedly agreed a three-year deal to leave the club at the end of the month. After impressing at Borussia Dortmund, Gundogan joined City back in 2016 in a deal worth a reported £20 million. He was Pep Guardiola’s first signing as City boss. However, as the season draws towards a close, it looks increasingly likely that Gundogan will depart when his contract expires at the end of the month. It has been reported that the German has agreed a three-year deal to join Barcelona. According to Spanish news outlet Mundo Deportivo, the Catalan giants…
Manchester United manager, Erik ten Hag wants to bring Mason Greenwood back into the first team fold. However, according to a Sun reports the final decision will be taken by the Glazers and chief executive Richard Arnold. The report adds; “The Sun understands most of his team-mates at Old Trafford would welcome him back into the dressing room if the club agrees.” It quotes a source, claiming Greenwood is ‘delighted’ at the developments and is keen to continue his career, one way or another. Greenwood, now 21, has not played since his arrest back in January 2022. Earlier this week…
A House of Representatives member-elect on the platform of the Labour Party, Godwin Ogar has said that Nigeria could become a better nation under the administration of President Bola Tinubu. Amobi who was elected to represent the Isiuakwato/Umunneochi Federal Constituency of Abia State made this known after a meeting Tinubu had with the opposing federal lawmakers-elect to resolve the National Assembly leadership tussle on Thursday. He said he did not know Tinubu was intelligent and prepared to serve Nigeria. Speaking with journalists after the meeting, Amobi said: “Well, I can tell you that today is my best day, today I’m so…
A Former governor of Kano State, Senator Rabiu Kwankwaso, says talks were ongoing about the possibility of him accepting a ministerial position from the administration of President Bola Tinubu. Kwankwaso, who was the Presidential candidate of the New Nigeria People’s Party (NNPP) in the 2023 elections stated this Friday while fielding questions from State House correspondents. He, however, dismissed rumours of defecting to the All Progressives Congress (APC), emphasising that Tinubu was more focused on a government of national unity. Demolition in Kano Kwankwaso added that the immediate past Governor, Dr. Abdullahi Ganduje, were summoned by Tinubu over the ongoing…