Once a symbol of global unity, the 2026 FIFA World Cup has transformed into an awkward echo of Cold War politics. Driven by America’s unilateralism, Western neo-colonial narrative control, and hyper-corporatisation, the "beautiful game" is fractured by entry bans, travel restrictions, and systemic r
[Daily Maverick] The veteran student activist warns that those in power today are steadily dismantling the achievements of the liberation struggle.
Ghana International Bank has named veteran financial services executive Ian Greenstreet as its new Chief Executive Officer, subject to regulatory approval, as the London-based institution seeks to strengthen its role in connecting Ghana's economy with international capital and trade flows.
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The retired general was abducted alongside his wife by suspected bandits on 30 May, along the Matazu-Katsina Road. The post We don’t know exact cause of my father’s death – Rabe Abubakar’s son appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
[The Point] The Gambia and Senegal have signed a series of landmark cooperation agreements covering energy, border management, the digital economy, youth development, technology, culture and tourism, as well as higher education, research, science and technology.
[Shabelle] Mogadishu -- Somalia's elite Danab special forces killed 14 Al-Shabaab fighters during a targeted operation in the southern Lower Shabelle region, the government said on Monday.
The suspected ISWAP/Boko Haram collaborator was accused of attempting to lure members of the Hybrid Forces into a terrorist trap in Gwoza, Borno State. The post Suspected ISWAP collaborator arrested in IDP camp appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
Nigerian Army troops have launched a major offensive operation in parts of Katsina State, following the death of retired Major General Rabe Abubakar, a former Director of Defence Information The post Troops launch Katsina offensive after death of former military spokesman in captivity appeared first
[Ghanaian Times] The ministries of Sports and Recreation (MoSR) and Foreign Affairs are actively engaged in conversations with Canadian immigration authorities over Ghana midfielder, Thomas Partey's Canada visa refusal ahead of the Black Stars World Cup opener against Panama.