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August 10, 2026

South Sudanese whistleblower released after two months in detention

Mr Gaddhaffy-Dit returned to Nairobi and is receiving medical treatment after his health deteriorated in ⁠detention in Juba.

Athorbey Al-Gaddhaffy-Dit
August 10, 2026

UNICAL: Police storm church to prevent bloodshed as Christians fight over chaplaincy

The police command in Cross River says it intervened in a conflict at the Chapel of Redemption, University of Calabar, quelling a Sunday service standoff to prevent bloodshed.

UNICAL chapel
August 10, 2026

CBT best way to curb exam malpractice in Nigeria, says WAEC

The West African Examination Council has called for strict computer-based testing to curb examination malpractice in some centres called miracle centres.

Students at CBT centre
August 9, 2026

Super Falcons crash out of WAFCON, fail to secure 2027 World Cup automatic spot

The ten-time champions’ quest for an 11th title came to an end after losing 1-0 to the Indomitable Lionesses of Cameroon.

Super Falcons in the Cameroon
August 9, 2026

Ghana sacks two airport workers over extortion, sanctions official begging passenger for breakfast bribe

The GACL stated, “Immediate action has been taken. Their ID cards to operate in the terminal have been withdrawn and deactivated.”

The Ghana Airports Company Limited (GACL)
August 9, 2026

Tijaniyya Worldwide seeks deeper Algeria-Nigeria bilateral cooperation

Mr Tidjani underscored the need to strengthen Algerian-Nigerian bilateral cooperation to advance growth between the two countries.

August 8, 2026

Gov Zulum hosts Sahel security retreat 

Mr Zulum rallied regional stakeholders on the need for a unified front against terrorist groups, including Boko Haram and ISWAP.

Governor of Borno state, Babagana Zulum
August 8, 2026

WHO recommends Ervebo vaccine trial against Bundibugyo virus in DR Congo

WHO noted that the experts said there were no identified safety concerns with Ervebo.

WHO
August 8, 2026

Ebola killed 300 children in DR Congo, says UN

The advisory group met for a third time on July 31 to review new data on Ervebo.

United Nations logo and health workers fighting Ebola in DR Congo.
August 7, 2026

Nigeria, Benin agree on joint action to curb cross-border crimes

Mr Musa reaffirmed Nigeria’s zero-tolerance stance on terrorism. 

Benin Republic and Nigeria flag