Human Rights Watch, HRW has accused the United Nations, UN and its allies of failing in its responsibility to condemn the continued abuse of human rights in a crisis prone Egypt. HRW said the UN and all allies of Egypt should use the November 5, 2014 Universal Periodic Review, UPR of Egypt’s human rights situation…
Burkina Faso Military To Instal Transition Government
Burkina Faso’s military has promised to install a transitional government, days after it seized power as President Blaise Compaore’s was forced to resign by a popular protest. The move came after soldiers had fired shots at the state TV station and barricaded the capital’s main square as thousands of protesters demanded the military give up…
Italy’s World Cup Winning Coach Retires
Marcello Lippi, Italy’s 2006 World Cup-winning coach has retired from football management. He announced his decision after winning a third straight league title with Chinese side Guangzhou Evergrande. “I don’t want to coach anymore, I’m too old. Guangzhou Evergrande will have a new coach next season,” the 66-year-old Italian said. Lippi also won the Champions…
‘CP led A Team To Dislodge Armed Robbers in Ifaki Ekiti’ – Victor Babayemi, Ekiti PPRO
The Ekiti State Command of the Nigeria Police Force, NPF, has dislodged a gang of 30-armed robbers that attempted to rob the First Bank branch in Ifaki-Ekiti and attacked the police station close to the bank early today. The team led by Taiwo Lakanu, commissioner of police, CP, foiled the attempt of the armed men,…
Burkina Faso’s President resigns
Blaise Compaore, Burkina Faso’s President has announced his resignation, following violent protests that trailed his attempt to extend his 27-year rule on October 31. Compaore issued a statement saying the presidency was now vacant and urging elections within 90 days. However, Military chief Gen Honore Traore said he had taken over as head of state…
Truecaller Launches New App to Replace Smartphone Dial Pad
Truecaller, an app that helps people take the right calls has announced the global launch of Truedialer on Google Play. The company is using its expertise to replace smartphones’ standard bare-bones dialing interfaces with their new app, Truedialer. The App brings a smarter and more intelligent experience that goes beyond a phone’s standard dialer. Unlike…
Chinedu Ubachukwu Wins 2014 Gulder Ultimate Search
24-year-old Chinedu Ubachukwu has emerged winner of this year’s edition of the Gulder Ultimate Search, GUS. The reality TV show, which ended in the night of Thursday, October 30, was the 11th season. Ubachukwu joined 13 others in Aguleri jungle in Anambra State for a 26-day battle for the 2014 Gulder Ultimate man title. A…
9ice Launches Table Water, Palm wine, Zobo Drink for Campaign
Abolore Akande popularly known as 9ice recently took his political ambition to another level, when he launched his campaign Table Water, Palm wine and Zobo drinks. It appears that the Gongo Aso crooner is leaving no stones unturned in his bid to win the All Progressives Party, APC ticket for the 2015 Ogbomosho Federal Constituency…
Ebola: Nigeria To Send 506 volunteers to Affected West African countries
The Federal Government has announced that it will send 506 volunteer health workers to three West African countries affected by the Ebola Virus Diseases. This was revealed on Thursday, October 30 by the Minister of State for Health, Khaliru Alhassan during the 57th National Council on Health. Alhassan said the first batch of 250 would…
Burkina Faso’s Army Seizes Power
Burkina Faso’s army seized power on Thursday, while it dissolved the parliament and government to form a transitional body to run the country. The military’s action followed violent protests which erupted against President Blaise Compaore’s plans to extend his 27-year-rule. The transitional body will return constitutional order “within 12 months”, army chief Nabere Honore Traore…
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