Emergent BioSolutions has announced a significant donation of 50,000 doses of its ACAM2000 smallpox vaccine to the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) and other affected countries, including Burundi, Kenya, Rwanda, and Uganda, in response to the ongoing mpox outbreak. The donation, revealed on Monday, aims to curb the rapid spread of the virus, which Read More…
Month: August 2024
Vardy’s late strike earns Leicester City a 1-1 draw against wasteful Spurs in season opener
Leicester City’s veteran striker Jamie Vardy salvaged a point for the newly-promoted side in their Premier League opener, holding Tottenham Hotspur to a 1-1 draw at the King Power Stadium on Monday. Despite dominating much of the match, Spurs were left to rue missed opportunities that could have secured them all three points. Tottenham’s early Read More…
Thierry Henry Steps Down as French Under-21 Coach
Thierry Henry has resigned as the coach of the French Under-21 national soccer team, the Federation Francaise de Football (FFF) announced on Monday. This decision comes just days after his team lost to Spain in the Olympic final. Henry cited personal reasons for his departure, ending his contract which was initially set to run until Read More…
Fuel queues spark traffic chaos in Lagos as LASTMA cracks down on disorder
The Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) has issued a stern warning to motorists contributing to traffic congestion at filling stations across the state. This follows a notable resurgence in fuel queues, which has led to significant disruptions on Lagos roads. In a statement released on Sunday and signed by LASTMA’s Director of Public Affairs, Read More…
Nigerian Army eliminates notorious Boko Haram Commander, Abu Rijab, in Borno offensive
The Nigerian Army confirmed on Sunday the successful elimination of Abu Rijab, a notorious Boko Haram commander, along with other terrorist fighters, during a decisive offensive operation in Borno State. The operation, which took place in Bula Daloye within the Bama Local Government Area, marks a significant victory in the ongoing battle against insurgency in Read More…
Legal Luminary Prof. Epiphany Azinge emerges as 14th Asagba of Asaba
In a historic announcement on Sunday, the Asaba traditional council, Asagba-in-Council, declared Prof. Epiphany Azinge (SAN), a prominent legal scholar, as the 14th Asagba (King) of Asaba. The appointment of Prof. Azinge, who holds the esteemed traditional title of Okilolo of Asaba, marks a new chapter in the leadership of the Delta State capital. Chief Read More…
Protests persist as Indian junior doctors demand justice for slain colleague
In the wake of a horrific crime that has shocked the nation, some Indian junior doctors continued their strike on Sunday, demanding swift justice for a colleague who was raped and murdered in Kolkata. Despite a major doctors’ association officially ending its strike, the demand for action has only intensified, with street protests erupting across Read More…
Sudan’s government heads to Cairo amid uncertainty over peace talks
Sudan’s government has announced plans to send a delegation to Cairo for discussions with U.S. and Egyptian officials on Monday, leaving the question of its participation in crucial peace talks unresolved. The talks aim to end the 16-month war that has ravaged the country since April 2023. “Our presence in Cairo is to discuss the Read More…
Haaland shines in 100th appearance as Manchester City outclass Chelsea in season opener
Erling Haaland marked his 100th appearance for Manchester City in style, netting his 91st goal to help the champions secure a spirited 2-0 victory over Chelsea as they launched their Premier League title defence on Sunday. “Three points, a perfect start,” Haaland told Sky Sports after the match. The Norwegian striker, fed by Bernardo Silva, Read More…
Yucateco Boxing League Poised to Forge Olympic Champions for Nigeria – Imadu
In a bold declaration of intent, Omonlei Imadu, the driving force behind the Yucateco Boxing League, has assured that the league will produce medal-winning boxers for Nigeria at the Los Angeles 2028 Olympics. “Mark my words, this league will produce world and Olympic champions for Nigeria,” Imadu confidently stated in an interview with the News Read More…