Nigeria: Atiku Signals Last Presidential Run, Asserts Northern Political Dominance
[Premium Times] Atiku also commits to respecting the outcome of the ADC primary, including stepping aside for rivals like Peter Obi.
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Osun 2026: How we’ll unseat Adeleke – APC
The upcoming poll is expected to be highly competitive, evolving from a traditionally two-party contest into a three-horse race with the emergence of the African Democratic Congress (ADC). The post Osun 2026: How we’ll unseat Adeleke – APC appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
Kenya: Chinese Ant Smuggler Sentenced to a Year in Jail by Kenyan Court
[allAfrica] A Chinese national, Zhang Kequn, has been sentenced to a year in prison for attempting to smuggle thousands of live queen garden ants out of Kenya.
MTN CHAMPS Grand Final: Adegoke, Ezeakor tie in 100m as Omokwe wins women’s race
Adegoke and Ezeakor both crossed the line in an identical time of 10.15 seconds The post MTN CHAMPS Grand Final: Adegoke, Ezeakor tie in 100m as Omokwe wins women’s race appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
Kenya: MPs Clear Mediheal of Organ Trafficking Claims
[Capital FM] In a report tabled before the National Assembly of Kenya on Wednesday, the Departmental Committee on Health found no evidence of malpractice or ethical violations linked to the hospital.
Nigeria: Govt Drops Terrorism Charge Against Ex-Justice Minister Malami
[Vanguard] The Federal Government, on Wednesday, withdrew the terrorism financing charge it filed against the immediate past Attorney-General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Mr. Abubakar Malami, SAN, and his son, Abdulaziz.
D’Tigress name 21-player squad for WNBA friendlies ahead of World Cup
These games offer a rare window to measure depth, integrate fresh legs, and sharpen tactical identity against elite opposition. The post D’Tigress name 21-player squad for WNBA friendlies ahead of World Cup appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
South Africa: Table Mountain Eyes Sixth Title at World Travel Awards - South African News Briefs - April 16, 2026
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Somalia: Israel Appoints First Ambassador to Somaliland After Recognition
[Horn Diplomat] Hargeisa -- Israel has appointed its first ambassador to the Republic of Somaliland, marking a significant step in deepening diplomatic ties four months after Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu announced Israel's formal recognition of Somaliland as an independent state.
Uganda: Govt Tables Sovereignty Bill With 20-Year Jail Terms, Multi-Billion Fines
[Nile Post] Government has tabled the Protection of Sovereignty Bill, 2026 before Parliament, proposing sweeping restrictions on foreign influence, including heavy fines, long prison terms, and tighter control over foreign funding.