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UNICEF Deputy Executive Director Ted Chaiban issued the warning following a visit to Niger, Burkina Faso, and Mali. “After a 14-day visit to the Central Sahel, I have witnessed firsthand a region rich in possibilities, yet continuously affected by insecurity, climate shocks, and socio-economic crises,” he said in a statement on Sunday. Mali turmoil exemplifies the crisis Recent reports of violence in Mali “are another example of the stark reminder that such crises in the region create a fragile situation for children, including, sadly the loss of their lives,” he added. Rebel groups in the West African country carried out a wave of coordinated attacks this past weekend, which the UN Secretary-General has condemned, while UN Emergency Relief Coordinator Tom Fletcher tweeted that “responding to…

The Kwara State University, Malete, has formalised a strategic partnership with CRC Credit Bureau Limited aimed at enhancing access to credit and driving economic growth through data-driven research and financial infrastructure development. The Memorandum of Understanding, announced on Monday during a collaborative lecture at the university’s Mini Convocation Arena, will enable the university to access anonymised credit data to support research and policy innovation. The event, jointly organised by the Faculty of Management and Social Sciences and the Centre for Advancement and Industrial Collaboration, brought together academics, students and industry experts to examine the intersection of finance, entrepreneurship and data-driven…

Four candidates are pushing to replace Antonio Gutteres, the United Nations Secretary General.They were interviewed for hours in New York this past week about their views on global issues and leadership as part of the selection process for the chief administration position.The candidates interviewed for the post of UN Secretaty General are Argentina’s Rafael Grossi, who currently serves as the head of the International Atomic Energy Agency, Chile’s Michelle Bachelet, Costa Rica’s Rebeca Grynspan, and Senegal’s Macky Sall – fielded questions tailored to probe their fitness for the leadership role. Grossi said that “there are enormous, huge doubts about our institution”…

Peter Obi has met Goodluck Jonathan in Abuja amid rising 2027 political talks.   NewsOnline Nigeria reports that a chieftain of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Peter Obi, is currently in a closed-door meeting with former President Goodluck Jonathan in Abuja.   The meeting, taking place at Jonathan’s residence, is being attended by several South-East political elders, although details of the discussions remain undisclosed.     The development comes less than a week after President Bola Tinubu hosted Jonathan at the Presidential Villa in Abuja, further fueling speculations about ongoing high-level political consultations ahead of the 2027 general elections.  …

The livestock sector may be on the cusp of transformation as stakeholders rally behind a private sector-led investment drive capable of unlocking up to $3bn in pastoral market opportunities over the next three to five years. The renewed push comes amid growing consensus among government and industry players on the need for urgent reforms to address longstanding structural bottlenecks that have constrained growth. The investment drive took centre stage at a three-day high-level forum in Abuja, where producers, processors, financiers, and policymakers convened to negotiate deals, forge supply agreements, and rebuild trust across a fragmented value chain. The event, organised…

The Federal High Court has launched its electronic filing system in the Lagos Division, marking a major step in its transition from manual, paper-based court processes to digital operations. At the inauguration on Monday, the Chief Judge of the Federal High Court, John Tsoho, stated that the initiative was aimed at enhancing efficiency, transparency, and access to justice. He described the move as both necessary and long overdue, saying the judiciary could no longer rely on traditional filing methods that often slow down the proceedings. “For too long, the corridors of the Federal High Court have been synonymous with the…

The Director-General of the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control, Mojisola Adeyeye, on Tuesday warned Nigerians against excessive sodium consumption, linking it to the rising burden of non-communicable diseases such as hypertension, cardiovascular diseases and stroke. Adeyeye gave the warning during a stakeholders’ engagement on the draft Reduction of Sodium in Pre-Packaged Foods Regulations 2026, where she described high sodium intake as one of the leading dietary risk factors for preventable deaths globally and in Nigeria. She cited guidance from the World Health Organisation, which identifies sodium reduction as one of the most cost-effective interventions to improve…

News » Premier League news » Liverpool newsApril 27, 2026 20:48 GMT (UK), by Sri Aswin View Liverpool summer 2026 transfer targets Alisson to Liverpool? Juventus are reportedly keen on landing Liverpool goalkeeper Alisson this summer. The Brazil international has been a key player for the Merseyside giants, but his future is uncertain with his contract expiring next year.The Reds have yet to convince him to renew, and there is a possibility that he could leave for a reasonable price later this year.Alisson is aware of the interest from the Bianconeri, but the final decision will be left to the Reds, who are set…

Afrobeats star Davido has won the Best International Act category at the 2026 Liberian Entertainment Awards, beating Gunna, Rema and Tyla to the prize. The award was presented on April 25 during a ceremony held at the Lisner Auditorium in Washington, DC, United States. Music charts platform, ChartsAfrica, announced the winner via X on Monday, saying, “#davido has emerged victorious at the 2026 Liberian Entertainment Awards, clinching the prestigious award for Best International Act.” The latest recognition adds to Davido’s growing list of international honours and underscores the increasing global appeal of Afrobeats. It also reflects the continued strong presence…

A businessman and resident of Port Harcourt, Rivers State, Mr Desmond Zidougha, recounts to BIODUN BUSARI how some naval officers illegally occupied his late army officer father’s property for more than 20 years and are still occupying it after a court judgment in his family’s favour Who are you to the late General Lawrence Zidougha? I’m the son of the late General Lawrence Zidougha. I am a businessman. I’m from Bayelsa State, but I reside in Port Harcourt, Rivers State. When did your father join the army? I can’t say the actual time my father joined the army. The reason…