Seven people sustained injuries after a building under construction collapsed in Akure, prompting investigations and renewed warnings on building safety.

Governor Aiyedatiwa says Ondo will tackle unemployment and poverty through sustained investment in skills acquisition and women-focused empowerment programmes.

NDLEA says sustained enforcement and rehabilitation efforts led to 77,792 arrests, 14,225 convictions and massive drug seizures nationwide.

Senegalese authorities have withdrawn Atlas Oranto’s licence after years of minimal exploration and failure to meet financial obligations.

NCC says additional spectrum bands will improve service quality, expand innovation and enhance digital experiences nationwide.

 Solid minerals ministry says Lagos gold refinery belongs to private firm Kian Smith, rejecting claims federal government breached federal character principle.

Hundreds of thousands of worshippers across Ethiopia celebrate Timket, commemorating the baptism of Jesus with prayers and symbolic rituals.

Former minister Oby Ezekwesili has condemned the Makoko demolitions, accusing Lagos and federal authorities of “state-sanctioned oppression” of the poor.

Kenneth Iyamu warns Africa risks missing climate finance opportunities while global powers pursue carbon agendas selectively.

Former Nigerian petroleum minister faces preliminary hearing in London for alleged £100,000 bribe linked to oil contracts.

Uganda’s army chief Muhoozi Kainerugaba has issued death threats against opposition leader Bobi Wine, demanding his surrender within 48 hours.

Intersociety alleges New York Times misrepresented its leader’s comments, warns newspaper will be held liable if any harm occurs.

Anambra Governor Soludo praises Emeka Anyaoku’s global diplomacy, principled guidance, and patriotism at 93, celebrating his enduring impact on Nigeria.

Trial of Adeniyi Kayode, driver in fatal crash killing Anthony Joshua’s trainers, postponed; case file sent to Attorney General for advice.

A school minibus crashed into a truck in Vanderbijlpark, killing 13 pupils and spotlighting South Africa’s ongoing road safety crisis.

NARD flags alarming doctor shortage, citing 15,000 exits since 2014 and urgent need for policy implementation to prevent health sector collapse.

President Tinubu honours Gilbert Chagoury with GCON to mark his 80th birthday and decades of national development.

Pedro Obaseki explains why he’s seeking justice to restore dignity and hold perpetrators accountable after brutal abduction and public humiliation in December.

Donald Trump threatens steep tariffs on French wines as he pressures Emmanuel Macron to join his peace initiative.

Ogun state government says doctor forged report to help blogger Just Adetoun evade police as six-count charge filed against him.