Category: International
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PSG OPEN CHAMPIONS LEAGUE TITLE DEFENCE WITH 6-1 WIN AS ARSENAL, LIVERPOOL CLAIM VICTORIES
Champions League holders Paris Saint-Germain have opened their title defence with a 6-1 victory over Slovan Bratislava in Paris. Ousmane Dembele scored twice, while new signing Ferran Torres struck a hat-trick as PSG took control of the match. Fabian Ruiz completed the scoring in stoppage time after Suleiman Camara pulled one back for Bratislava. Arsenal…
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TRUMP PROMISES $5,000 PAYMENTS TO U.S. ADULTS IF REPUBLICANS WIN MIDTERMSU.S.
President Donald Trump has promised a $5,000 payment to every adult U.S. citizen if Republicans retain control of both chambers of Congress in November’s midterm elections. Speaking at a Republican Party convention in Dallas, Trump said the payment would be known as the “Trump dividend” and would be made if Republicans maintain their majorities in…
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5 DEAD, 87 MISSING AFTER FERRY FIRE OFF PHILIPPINES COAST
At least five people have died and 87 are missing after a passenger ferry caught fire off the coast of Palawan in the Philippines, authorities said. Another 42 people were rescued after the MV June Aster caught fire about two kilometres off the coast while travelling from Manila to Coron on Wednesday evening. Authorities said…
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4,000 NIGERIANS LEAVE INDIA UNDER AMNESTY PROGRAMME
About 4,000 Nigerians with irregular immigration status have voluntarily left India under an amnesty programme allowing them to regularise their status or depart without penalties. Nigeria’s High Commissioner to India, Saidu Muhammad, disclosed this on Wednesday September 9 in New Delhi. Muhammad said the programme was introduced following concerns over visa overstays, renewals and extensions…
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UN TRAINS NEARLY 200 HEALTH OFFICERS AS RWANDA AND KENYA STRENGTHEN EBOLA PREPAREDNESS
The United Nations says it has trained nearly 200 community health officers in Rwanda as the country strengthens preparedness against a potential Ebola outbreak. The training covered infection prevention and control, early detection and risk communication. The UN also assessed border crossings and health facilities, while supporting hygiene measures and training for Red Cross volunteers…
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FRENCH LUMIÈRE SUMMIT BRINGS 200+ GLOBAL LEADERS TOGETHER TO DISCUSS AI AND FUTURE OF DIGITAL MEDIA
More than 200 global leaders from over 55 countries have gathered in Saint-Paul de Vence, France, for the inaugural French Lumière Summit, focused on the future of cinema and digital media. Co-chaired by French President Emmanuel Macron and South Korean President Lee Jae-myung, the summit examined the impact of Artificial Intelligence on creative industries, the…
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NOLLYWOOD PRODUCERS MAY LEAVE YOUTUBE IF NAIRA STRENGTHENS, SAYS KUNLE AFOLAYAN
Nollywood filmmaker Kunle Afolayan says some filmmakers could leave YouTube as a distribution platform if the naira strengthens significantly against the U.S. dollar. Afolayan made the comment during an interview on the Nidacity Podcast while discussing the increasing migration of Nollywood producers to digital platforms. He said the financial returns from YouTube, particularly when dollar…
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TIKTOK PERMANENTLY BANS CARTER EFE’S ACCOUNT WITH 5.6 MILLION FOLLOWERS
Popular Nigerian skit maker and content creator Carter Efe has lost his official TikTok account, which had 5.6 million followers. TikTok confirmed the permanent ban on Wednesday, citing multiple violations of its community guidelines. The decision has triggered reactions online, with fans and commentators expressing concern over the loss of years of audience growth. Carter…
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FUEL PRICES RISE TO N1,350 PER LITRE IN FCT AS RESIDENTS FACE GROWING COST PRESSURES
Fuel Prices Rise to N1,350 Per Litre in FCT as Residents Face Growing Cost Pressures Fuel prices have risen across the Federal Capital Territory, with motorists paying between N1,280 and N1,350 per litre at several filling stations. The increase follows a series of adjustments in the ex-depot price of petrol. Motorists in areas including Gwarinpa,…
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SERBIA’S PRESIDENT VUCIC DISSOLVES PARLIAMENT, CALLS OCTOBER 25 SNAP ELECTION
Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic has dissolved parliament and announced a snap parliamentary election for October 25, 2026. The parliamentary vote was originally expected next year. Vucic’s ruling Serbian Progressive Party has nominated him to run for prime minister. The move comes amid nearly two years of anti-corruption protests following the collapse of a railway station…
