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As Israel increases its ground operation in Gaza, the last remaining internet and mobile connections have gone dark. For more than three weeks, Gaza has faced an almost total internet blackout. The cables, cell towers, and infrastructure needed to keep people online have been damaged or destroyed as Israel launched thousands of missiles in responseContinue reading “The Destruction of Gaza’s Internet Is Complete”

The man accused of murder in connection with the gang-feud slaying of rapper Tupac Shakur a quarter of a century ago was back in a US court Thursday. Duane “Keefe D” Davis, 60, was charged last month over the killing, despite not being the man wielding the weapon in Las Vegas in 1996. Thursday’s hearingContinue reading “Suspect in Tupac Shakur killing returns to court”

President Bola Tinubu has appointed Ola Olukoyede as the Executive Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC). Ajuri Ngelale, the presidential spokesperson made this known in a statement on Thursday. Olukoyede is billed to serve for a term of four years, upon confirmation by the senate. Below are key things to know aboutContinue reading “What to know about Olukoyede, RCCG pastor appointed as EFCC boss”

The Federal Government Thursday began opening bids from 47 companies for the supply of 1.25 million electricity smart meters funded by the World Bank’s $155 million loan. The bid opening is part of the Federal Government’s National Mass Metering Programme started in 2021 with the supply of one million meters in “phase -0”. The phase-1Continue reading “Electricity: 47 companies bid for W/Bank’s 1.25m meters worth $155m”

The Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, has set January 1 as the deadline for private-sector partners of the Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) to activate pending passport offices abroad. While appearing on Channels TV Politics Today on Wednesday, Tunji-Ojo stated that the contractors have until January 1, 2024, to activate foreign passport offices, adding that it’sContinue reading “Activate foreign passport offices January 1 – Minister tells contractors”

10 certifications that are in high demand and offer lucrative salariesSecuring a high-paying job in 2024 is a goal many aspire to achieve. In the ever-evolving landscape of the professional world, staying ahead often involves acquiring the right certifications. These not only validate your skills but also signal to employers that you’re committed to stayingContinue reading “10 Certifications that Guarantee High Paying Job in 2024”

Residents and rescue workers in the devastated Libyan city of Derna are struggling to cope with the thousands of corpses washing up or decaying under rubble. This is happening after a flood that smashed down buildings and swept people to sea. The World Health Organisation (WHO) and other aid groups urged authorities in Libya toContinue reading “Thousands of corpses litter Libya’s flood-ravaged Derna city”

A son of Mexican drug lord Joaquin ‘El Chapo’ Guzman, who was arrested after a bloody firefight with Mexican authorities earlier this year, has been extradited to Chicago. He is expected to face sweeping narcotics trafficking charges. Ovidio Guzman Lopez, 32, is reputed to have taken over the powerful Sinaloa cartel after his father’s arrestContinue reading “Mexico extradites son of cartel kingpin ‘El Chapo’ to US on drug charges”

Vice President Kashim Shettima has emphasised the need for international cooperation towards combating global challenges. The Director of Information, Office of the Vice President, Mr Olusola Abiola, in a statement, said Shettima, stated this while addressing World leaders at the ongoing G77+China Leaders’ Summit, in Cuba. Shettima also spoke to an assembly of Heads ofContinue reading “G77: Nigeria ‘ll harness potential of science to confront economic challenges — Shettima”

Suspected cultists have killed a year-one student of Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka, Anambra State The student, identified as Uche Joevita Chigozirim, was allegedly hit by a stray bullet fired by the cultists at a place called Miracle Junction in the Anambra State capital. A fellow student who narrated the incident said: “This girl, Uche JoevitaContinue reading “Suspected cultists kill UNIZIK student in Awka”