October 2024 – Page 138

Nigeria: Cricket – Hard Work, Tenacity Secured World Cup Ticket for Us – U-19 Coach

[ad_1] Despite a washed-out final day, Nigeria's U-19 team came out tops for remaining unbeaten throughout the tournament Sarah Bhakita, head coach of Nigeria's under-19 women's cricket team, has attributed the team's success at the African Women's World Cup Qualifiers to hard work and tenacity. Nigeria edged seven other teams to secure the lone slot in the International Cricket Council's (ICC) Under 19 Women's World Cup in Malaysia 2025. Nigeria finished the qualifiers hosted in Rwanda unbeaten, but the finals […]

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News

Nigeria: Tourism Contributes N4.1trn to Lagos GDP – Report

[ad_1] The Lagos State Tourism sector has contributed N4.1 trillion to the state Gross Domestic Product, GDP, in recent years. The Oniru of Iruland, Oba Omogbolahan Lawal, disclosed this at the World Tourism Day celebration last weekend, organised by the Lagos State Ministry of Tourism, Arts and Culture, disclosed this. The State's Commissioner for Economic Planning and Budget, Ope George, had recently, revealed that the State's GDP has moved from N27 trillion to N41 trillion within four years of Governor […]

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Tanzania: Tourism, Export Sectors Upsurge Boost Earnings

[ad_1] TANZANIA: Tanzania has seen notable uptick of tourism and export sectors in the year ending July, significantly contributing to sustained economic growth. The Bank of Tanzania (BoT) latest economic monthly review for July shows that the increase of tourists not only boosts revenue for local businesses but also contributes to the national economy, enhancing foreign exchange earnings. "The rise in travel receipts arises from the recovery observed in the tourism industry, reflected by the increase of tourist arrivals by […]

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Africa

Africa CDC Boosts Training to Tackle Mpox and Marburg Outbreaks in Eastern Africa

[ad_1] The Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC) has ramped up its efforts to combat recent Mpox and Marburg virus outbreaks by enhancing public health emergency management training in Eastern Africa. The Eastern Africa Regional Coordinating Centre is spearheading this initiative, aiming to equip staff with the skills necessary to effectively assess and mitigate disease outbreaks across the region. In a post shared on social media, Africa CDC emphasised that the strengthened training capabilities will improve the […]

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Entertainment

Nigeria: Mohbad – Actor Yomi Fabiyi Alleges Assassination Attempt, Flees Nigeria

[ad_1] "For the first time in my life, I know they are going to take my life. I have given everything I have to the police. I just want to beg that nothing must happen to the sources I have mentioned". Outspoken Nigerian actor and activist Yomi Fabiyi has made a chilling revelation. He claims that his life is in grave danger as a direct result of his unwavering commitment to the Justice For Mohbad movement. He revealed in an […]

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Africa: Museveni Asks Africa Chief Justices to Work for People’s Prosperity

[ad_1] President Museveni has told African Chief Justices that it's easier to administer justice if a country is prosperous. "Right from our student days, in our movement, we always advised the African intelligentsia [the academicians, technocrats, the Judiciary and lawyers] to always have an organic way of looking at issues. If the economy of the country is growing and creating prosperity, it is easier to work on issues of justice," he said. Museveni made the remarks on Tuesday while presiding […]

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Entertainment

Nigeria: ‘Hold My Husband Responsible If Anything Happens to Me’ – BBAfrica Star Karen Igho Cries Out

[ad_1] "I'm going through a divorce with my husband. I have been homeless for a year, and I have been hurt sexually and physically, so if anything happens, ask or hold the man who brought me to a country where I know no one." Former Big Brother Africa housemate Karen Igho, also known as Karen, has publicly announced her intention to divorce her estranged husband, Yaroslav Rakos. The couple married at a private ceremony in Jos, Plateau State, Nigeria, in […]

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Entertainment

Zimbabwe: Chivayo Honours Tuku’s Widow

[ad_1] Businessman and philanthropist, Wicknell Chivayo, on Tuesday gifted Oliver "Tuku" Mtukudzi's widow, Daisy, a 2024 Toyota Fortuna 2.4D in honour of her late husband. Chivayo hailed the late music icon for touching the hearts of many with his music before he died in 2019. In his appreciation post, Chivayo saluted the late crooner for being an oasis of knowledge. "When I always listen to the rich, poetical and deeply thought lyrics of the songs 'Hazvireve rudo handina', 'Mutserendende' or […]

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Entertainment

Nigeria: Wizkid, BurnaBoy, Tems, Davido Are Biggest Nigerian Artistes of All Time – Apple Music

[ad_1] The 'Oshe Naija' celebration also features the top 10 most-streamed Nigerian songs ever, with Rema's 'Calm Down' with Selena Gomez leading the chart, followed by Burna Boy's 'Last Last'. In honour of Nigeria's 64th Independence Day, Apple Music, under the aegis of 'Oshe Naija', released its list of the biggest Nigerian artistes, songs, and albums of all time, featuring stars like Wizkid, Burna Boy, Rema, Davido, and Tems. Apple Music launched the 'Oshe Naija' initiative in 2020 to celebrate […]

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