Former President Joseph Kabila has announced his return to the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) after more than a year living in South Africa, saying he intends to help address the escalating crisis in the country’s volatile eastern region. Kabila, who led the nation from 2001 to 2019, said his homecoming is motivated by a desire to contribute to a resolution of the conflict that has displaced hundreds of thousands. However, his return could inject fresh uncertainty into an already fraught political landscape. Current President Félix Tshisekedi, facing mounting pressure to end the violence, has accused Kabila of supporting the…
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A deepening rift has emerged between the Nigerian federal government and Borno State Governor Babagana Zulum over the worsening security situation in the country’s Northeast, exposing fractures in Nigeria’s counterinsurgency narrative. While the federal government insists that significant progress has been made in the fight against Boko Haram and its offshoots, Governor Zulum offers a starkly different assessment—one of deteriorating safety, collapsing governance, and a population teetering on the edge of despair. In a candid warning, Zulum declared that Borno is “losing ground” to insurgents, citing recent attacks on military formations in Wajirko, Sabon Gari (Damboa LGA), Wulgo (Gamboru Ngala),…
The Director General of the National Agency for the Control of AIDS (NACA), Dr. Temitope Ilori, has reassured Nigerians that HIV medications are readily available across hospitals nationwide. Dr. Ilori made this declaration on Wednesday during the inauguration of the Prevention of Mother-to-Child Transmission (PMTCT) and Pediatric HIV/AIDS Accelerated Response Committee in Jalingo, the capital of Taraba State. She noted that the Federal Government, through the Ministry of Budget and National Planning, is firmly committed to increasing budgetary allocations for HIV/AIDS control to ensure a consistent supply of antiretroviral drugs and testing kits. “The government is fully committed to reducing…
The Director General of the National Agency for the Control of AIDS (NACA), Dr. Temitope Ilori, has raised alarm over the 2.9 percent HIV prevalence rate in Taraba State, urging for intensified, unified action to curb the spread and meet the global target of ending AIDS by 2030. Dr. Ilori made the call on Tuesday in Jalingo during the official inauguration of the Prevention of Mother-to-Child Transmission (PMTCT) and Paediatric HIV Acceleration Committee (PPAC). She emphasized the need for sustained collaboration among the state government, development partners, healthcare workers, and communities. “We must work together to reduce this prevalence rate…
Arsenal delivered a statement performance in the UEFA Champions League on Tuesday night, defeating Real Madrid 3-0 at the Emirates Stadium in the first leg of their quarter-final clash. In a fiercely contested first half, both teams traded attacking chances. Real Madrid threatened through Kylian Mbappé’s pace on the break, while Arsenal forced multiple saves from Madrid goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois, who denied efforts from Gabriel Martinelli and Declan Rice. The deadlock was broken early in the second half when Declan Rice fired Arsenal into the lead with a spectacular free-kick, curling the ball beyond Courtois to send the home crowd…
Borno State Governor, Professor Babagana Umara Zulum, and the Shehu of Borno, Alhaji Abubakar Ibn Umar Garbai El-Kanemi, have voiced grave concerns over a surge in attacks by Boko Haram and Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP) across several communities in the state. The alarm was raised during an expanded security meeting held at the Government House in Maiduguri, where Governor Zulum warned that the situation could quickly spiral out of control if not urgently addressed by the federal government and national security forces. “In recent times, Borno State has been witnessing sporadic attacks from Boko Haram insurgents. Many military…
Taraba State Governor, Agbu Kefas, has reaffirmed his administration’s unwavering commitment to the advancement of sports, emphasizing its critical role in promoting unity and youth development across Nigeria. The governor made this known on Tuesday in Jalingo while receiving the symbolic Torch of Unity from officials of the National Sports Commission. The torch’s tour, as learnt by WorldClass247News, is part of preparations for the forthcoming National Sports Festival, scheduled to take place next month in Ogun State. Governor Kefas applauded the efforts of the National Sports Commission in using sports as a tool for national cohesion, noting that Taraba State…
Gombe State has reiterated its full commitment to participating in the upcoming National Sports Festival set to take place in Ogun State, as the symbolic Unity Torch arrived in the state on Thursday. During a vibrant reception ceremony in Gombe, Deputy Governor Manassah Daniel Jatau received the Unity Torch on behalf of the state, affirming Gombe’s readiness to be actively involved in the national sporting event. Jatau praised the state’s growing strides in sports, referencing the commendable performance of a Gombe athlete at the previous edition of the festival in Asaba. “This year, we are prepared to present an even…
The Nigeria Police Force has withdrawn an earlier invitation extended to Alhaji Lamido Sanusi following the violent incident that disrupted the Sallah celebration in Kano State on March 30. Instead, operatives from the Force Intelligence Department (FID) have been directed by the Inspector-General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, to travel to Kano and obtain Sanusi’s statement in person. The move comes after concerns were raised by stakeholders about the political implications of summoning the former emir to Abuja. The IGP emphasized the need to avoid any actions that might be seen as politically motivated or misinterpreted by the public. Prior to…
The Nigeria Police Force (NPF) has raised concerns over a planned nationwide protest by the “Take It Back Movement” scheduled for Monday, April 7, 2025—coinciding with the country’s inaugural National Police Day celebration. In a statement issued by the Force Public Relations Officer, ACP Olumuyiwa Adejobi, the NPF acknowledged the constitutional right of citizens to peaceful assembly but described the timing of the protest as “ill-timed and mischievous.” The police believe the planned demonstrations may be intended to disrupt celebrations meant to honour the dedication and resilience of police officers. National Police Day, newly established by the Federal Government to…