AFRICA

Man collapses after discovering that his wife is his landlord

There was pandemonium in Zambian after a man reportedly collapsed following the discovery that his wife is his landlord. Identified as Martin Stampa, local news platforms reported that Stampa has lived in that house for 15 years, paying 3500 kwacha which is around 90,000 naira monthly. It was also gathered …

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What to know If you’re considering liposuction

Liposuction is a cosmetic procedure that removes fat that you can’t seem to get rid of through diet and exercise. A plastic or dermatologic surgeon usually does the procedure on your hips, belly, thighs, buttocks, back, arms, and under the chin or face to improve their shape. But liposuction can …

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Horniman Museum to return 72 artefacts to Nigeria

A London museum says it has agreed to return to Nigeria artefacts looted in the 19th Century from the Kingdom of Benin. The Horniman Museum said ownership of 72 objects would be transferred to the Nigerian government. Items include 12 brass plaques, known as Benin Bronzes, a brass cockerel and …

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5 side effects of drinking hot water too frequently

It’s popular knowledge that drinking hot water has a long list of benefits, however frequent intake has several side effects. Local Police confirm missing of 2 Indian expatriates during Ajaokuta attack Most people think drinking hot water is one of the best ways to stay healthy. This is totally untrue. …

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Konkonte fights colon cancer, lowers blood sugar

In writing, I have strict sourcing guidelines and rely on peer-reviewed studies, academic research institutions, and medical associations to justify write-ups. My articles are for educational purposes and do not serve as medical advice for diagnosis or treatment. I aim to educate and empower the public to take control of …

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Hoodlums attack, set Osun lawmaker’s family house ablaze

Suspected political thugs on Friday set ablaze the family house of Kofoworola Babajide, the Minority Leader in the Osun State House of Assembly. Mr Babajide, the lawmaker representing Ede North constituency, confirmed the attack on Saturday. The lawmaker said the arsonists burnt his parents’ house in Ede on Friday night. …

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Kano fire service rescues boy stuck in flyover bridge

Kano Fire Service on Friday rescued a 15-year-old boy who was stuck inside a layer of a flyover bridge located at ‘Kofar Nasarawa’ in Kano metropolis. The spokesperson for the Kano State’s Fire Service, Saminu Abdullahi, told PREMIUM TIMES that the boy was rescued unhurt and handed over to the …

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The story behind the giant bronze Amazon statue in Benin

The strength of the Beninese woman in modern history was reasserted this week in the West African nation when the President of Benin, Patrice Talon, unveiled a giant Amazon statue. It’s a 30-meter statue made of bronze and situated in Benin’s capital of Cotonou. It’s christened ‘Esplanade des Amazones’. For …

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VIDEO: Car set ablaze on University of Ghana campus

Following the battle between the Vandals and Vikings last night, a vehicle at the Mensah Sarbah Hall parking lot caught fire. Sarbah Hall residents are referred to as Vikings, whereas Commonwealth Hall residents are known as Vandals. However, according to a tweet from Univers TV, the cause of the altercation …

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VIDEO: Violent scenes at UG as angry feuding factions clash

GhanaWeb has received multiple reports on a violent clash that occurred between two feuding clashes at the campus of the University of Ghana. While it is unclear what exactly started the violent clashes, videos in the position of GhanaWeb show the two factions, on either sides of a street in the evening, pelting …

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WASSCE candidates asked to pay transport fees for exams papers

The headmistress of Benso Senior High Technical School, Helen Ama Bogobley has been accused of ordering 207 WASSCE candidates to pay GHC200 cedis each as transportation fees to convey exam papers. Reports gathered indicate that parents and the Education Directorate are not aware of the decision for students to pay …

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Africa gains nothing from Russian ties – Ukrainian President

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky on Thursday, August 4, 2022, warned African countries against supporting Russia’s aggression on his country, saying the continent had gained little from siding with Moscow. Zelensky told a group of African journalists that it was in Africa’s interest to condemn the Russian invasion of Ukraine because …

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Six terrible habits that are ruining your sex life

Everyone wants to have a good sex life and it is their right to feel that way. Having a terrible sex life sucks and talking about it sometimes can make the experience even more unbearable. More often than not, this problem is the consequence of mostly preventable sexual health problems—and …

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LIVESTREAMING: Corruption Watch Ghana exposes corruption in WAEC examinations

Corruption Watch Ghana conducted a series of investigations into corruption allegations during West African Examinations Council (WAEC) examinations in various senior and junior high schools in Ghana. This investigation exposed the scheming ways of headteachers, teachers and invigilators during West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE) as well as Basic …

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The 2022 Kenyan General Election is happening on Twitter

  On Tuesday 9th August, Kenyan voters will be heading to the polls for the 2022 General Elections, where they will vote to elect a new President, as well as voting to elect members of the National Assembly, and members of the Kenyan Senate. In addition to this, local county …

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Ex-al-Shabab leader appointed Somali cabinet minister

A former deputy leader and spokesperson of Somali militant group al-Shabab has been appointed as a government minister. Mukhtar Robow has been chosen as the religious affairs minister in Somalia’s new cabinet. He had been under house arrest for four years after being detained during the term of the previous …

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President Buhari blames Libya for insecurity in Nigeria

President Muhammadu Buhari has blamed the instability in Libya as the main cause of insecurity in Nigeria and the Sahel region. Receiving Letters of Credence of Canadian High Commissioner to Nigeria, Ambassador James Kingston Christoff and Ambassador of Mexico to Nigeria, Juan Alfred Miranda Oritz on Tuesday, Buhari commended the collective efforts …

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