Chinese Missile ‘Hunts Downs’ Akinci Drone in Sudan; Reports Indicate 4th Turkish UAV Shot Down In 2 Months

Sudan’s two-year-old civil war is taking a dangerous turn as advanced foreign weapons, including drones and air defense systems, pour into the impoverished African country.Earlier this week, anti-government forces destroyed a cutting-edge Turkish...

Fears of major locust swarms wane in the Sahel but agencies step up monitoring

Fears of major desert locust swarms in the Sahel in 2025 are receding, as authorities in the region continue to monitor breeding sites. The FAO says control measures were carried out by teams in Tunisia, Morocco and Algeria in response to earlier...

Zulum visits Niger community to strengthen trans-border security 

Borno State Governor, Babagana Umara Zulum, yesterday, undertook a working visit to Diffa Region of the Niger Republic. The visit, which included a high-level security and economic delegation, focused on strengthening existing collaboration...

44th SIBF to host publishers and exhibitors from 118 countries

SIBF 2025 will host over 1,200 events and activities with participation from over 250 guests from 66 countries, including acclaimed authors, artists, and intellectuals. The fair will also see 10 countries participating for the first time in the...

Nigeria News46 minutes ago Nigerian Army Arrests Two Notorious Terrorists, Three Others Surrender Troops of the Nigerian Army have arrested two high-profile suspected terrorists in different operations across theatres in the country. The soldiers also…

Troops of the Nigerian Army have arrested two high-profile suspected terrorists in different operations across theatres in the country. The soldiers also recovered a cache of arms from the arrested suspects. A source at the Army Headquarters...

Nigerian army arrests high profile terror suspect, recovers arms

The Nigerian Army says its troops have apprehended a high-profile terror suspect and recovered a cache of arms and the surrender of terrorists in recent operations across theatres. A source at Army Headquarters told the News Agency of Nigeria...

Nigerian Army Nabs High-profile Terror Suspects, Recovers Cache Of Arms

The Nigerian Army has reported successes in recent operations, including the arrest of a high-profile terror suspect and recovery of arms, as well as terrorists surrendering. A source at Army Headquarters reveals that the successes were recorded...

How local producers can remain globally competitive – experts

SA farmers remain competitive despite the world changing around them and the challenges they face. Innovation and long-term thinking can keep local producers globally competitive in the face of ongoing challenges, experts say. South African...

Mapped: Life Expectancy Around the World in 2025

See more visualizations like this on the Voronoi app. Use This Visualization Mapped: Life Expectancy Around the World (2025) This was originally posted on our Voronoi app. Download the app for free on iOS or Android and discover incredible...

Zulum’s Visit To Niger Republic Strengthens Trans-Border Security

October 02, (THEWILL) — Borno State Governor, Babagana Umara Zulum, on Wednesday, undertook a working visit to the Diffa Region of the Niger Republic. The visit, which included a high-level security and economic delegation, focused on...

Trans-Border Security: Zulum Visits Niger Republic Community

1 Borno State governor, Babagana Umara Zulum, on Wednesday, undertook a working visit to Diffa Region of Niger Republic on Wednesday. The visit, which included a high-level security and economic delegation, focused on strengthening the existing...

Prince of Wales fights back tears as widow tells of husband’s suicide

The Prince of Wales had to fight back tears during an emotional conversation about the impact of suicide with a widow. Prince William was visibly moved during the deeply personal chat with Rhian Mannings, 48, who in 2012 suddenly lost the youngest...

Turkish company clarifies Chad's reported re-export of SAM system to Sudan

An FB-10A short-range air-defence system displayed at the Airshow China held in Zhuhai in November 2024. (Janes/Sam Wise) A Turkish defence company has indicated that a report claiming Chad transferred a recently purchased Chinese air-defence...

2027: No Automatic Ticket for Jonathan in PDP, Says Gbenga Hashim Group

Chuks Okocha in Abuja The Gbenga Hashim Solidarity Movement (GHSM) has declared that former President Goodluck Jonathan will not enjoy a “free ride” to the presidential ticket of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in 2027. Reacting to remarks...

Transforming Nigeria’s Farms: A Climate-Smart Revolution for Climate, Health, Nature, and the Economy

In the sprawling fields of Nigeria, where the earth has long whispered promises of sustenance to millions, the rhythm of seasons has turned chaotic. For farmers like Hauwa Abdullahi in Kwalkwalawa, Sokoto State, and Ibrahim Musa in Mokwa, Niger...

2027: No automatic ticket for you, PDP group tells Jonathan

The Gbenga Hashim Solidarity Movement (GHSM) has declared that former President Goodluck Jonathan will not enjoy a “free ride” to the presidential ticket of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in 2027. Reacting to remarks credited to Professor...

Prince Harry dealt fresh charity blow

7 October 2025 Prince Harry has been dealt a fresh blow as the government of Chad has terminated its agreement with African Parks. Prince Harry has been dealt a fresh blow as the government of Chad has terminated its agreement with African Parks...

The Week in Women's Football: Matt Beard's passing; Mata and Chiellini Bristol City investment

This week, we present our thoughts on the passing of long-time WSL pioneer head coach Matt Beard, look at a landmark sale of Bristol City’s WSL2 team to a consortium that is building women’s football clubs independent of their men’s club names...

‘My Sister Gaza,’ ‘The Video Guy’ Among 51 Projects Set for Amsterdam’s IDFA Forum Co-Pro Market

The 33rd edition of the Forum co-production and co-financing market of the International Documentary Film Festival Amsterdam (IDFA) unveiled a lineup of 51 projects on Wednesday, “welcoming a new cohort of debut and seasoned filmmakers to the...

Sisi congratulates Egypt on qualifying for the World Cup

Mohamed Salah celebrates with his teammates after scoring against Djibouti. CAIRO, Oct 9, (Agencies): Egyptian President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi extended his congratulations to the national football team, “The Pharaohs”, following their qualification...