Two transgender women in Cameroon have been sentenced to five years in jail for contravening homosexuality laws. Their lawyers say they were found guilty of "attempting homosexuality" as well as outraging public decency and problems with their ID cards. One of them is trans celebrity Shakiro, a YouTuber who highlights the problems Cameroon's banned LGBT… Continue reading Cameroon Jails Transgender Women for Attempted Homosexuality_Ada Ogar
Ministry of Transportation Debunks Thisday’s Allegations of Meddling in NPA Contracts_Ada Nkong
The ministry of transportation has countered an allegation in Thisday newspapers linking the suspension of the NPA MD Hajia Hadiza Usman to her refusal to award contracts to Chinese companies as directed by the Minister of transportation, Rotimi Amaechi. In a statement titled setting the records straight signed by the permanent secretary of the ministry… Continue reading Ministry of Transportation Debunks Thisday’s Allegations of Meddling in NPA Contracts_Ada Nkong
Photos:Pastor Dare Adeboye’s Burial_Ada Nkong
Third son of Rev. Enoch Adeboye, General Over seer Redeemed Christian Church of God has been laid to rest. The burial was officiated by Bishop David Oyedepo. He was considered Major General of the Redeemed army hence the youths turned up in full military attire to pay their respects. Pastor Dare who died in his,sleep… Continue reading Photos:Pastor Dare Adeboye’s Burial_Ada Nkong
Jerusalem : Violence Escalates as Pleas for Calm Increase_Ada Nkong
Countries worldwide have appealed for calm after days of unrest spiralled into retaliatory attacks by Israel and Palestinians. The US, the European Union and the UK have urged Israel and the Palestinians to lower tensions as soon as possible. The violence escalated on Monday night after Palestinian militants fired rockets towards Jerusalem. In response, the… Continue reading Jerusalem : Violence Escalates as Pleas for Calm Increase_Ada Nkong
FG Announces Wednesday,Thursday Public Holidays_Ada Nkong
The Federal Government has declared Wednesday 12 May and Thursday 13 May as public holidays to mark the 2021 Eid el- Fitri celebration. A statement by the perm sec ministry of interior Dr Shuaib Belgore reports the Minister of interior ,Rauf Aregbesola as congratulating the Muslim faithful. He urged Nigerians home and abroad to seize… Continue reading FG Announces Wednesday,Thursday Public Holidays_Ada Nkong
Amaech Inaugurates Seven Man Panel to Probe Suspended NPA Boss _Ada Nkong
Following the suspension of the managing director Nigeria Ports Authority, Hajia Hadiza Usman,Minister of transportation ,Rotimi Amaechi has inaugurated a seven man panel to probe her activities. The panel has the mandate to examine and investigate the administrative policies and strategies adopted by the suspended Managing Director while at the helms and confirm compliance with… Continue reading Amaech Inaugurates Seven Man Panel to Probe Suspended NPA Boss _Ada Nkong
Jerusalem Violence: Clashes Intensify Ahead of Nationalist March_Ada Nkong
Credit: Reuters Fresh clashes have broken out between Israeli police and Palestinians at the Al-Aqsa mosque site in Jerusalem, ahead of a planned Jewish nationalist march. Palestinians threw stones at Israeli security forces, who fired stun grenades, according to reports. Hundreds of Palestinians and more than 20 Israeli police have been injured in clashes over… Continue reading Jerusalem Violence: Clashes Intensify Ahead of Nationalist March_Ada Nkong
Prince Misizulu Named Next Zulu King Amidst Family Feud_Ada Nkong
The eldest son of South Africa's late Zulu King Goodwill Zwelithini has been chosen as successor to the throne, amid a bitter family feud. Prince Misizulu, 46, was named in the will of Zulu Queen Mantfombi Dlamini-Zulu - his mother - who died unexpectedly last week. There were dramatic scenes as the will was read… Continue reading Prince Misizulu Named Next Zulu King Amidst Family Feud_Ada Nkong
Ex- Minister of Women affairs Aisha Alhassan dies at 61_ Ada Nkong
Former Minister of women affairs popularly known as Mama Taraba is dead. According to her media aide, Bala Maina ,the astute politician died at an undisclosed hospital in Cairo, Egypt. Aisha Alhassan was appointed Minister of women affairs in 2015 but resigned in 2018 . She thereafter contested for governorship in 2019 under United Democratic… Continue reading Ex- Minister of Women affairs Aisha Alhassan dies at 61_ Ada Nkong
