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FCT schools disrupted as unions disagree over indefinite teachers’ strike

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Public schools in Nigeria’s Federal Capital Territory have been disrupted following an indefinite strike over teachers’ promotions and welfare, while a secondary school teachers’ union has instructed its members to continue working. The industrial action began on Wednesday, 7 October, after the Nigeria Labour Congress’s FCT council rejected the administration’s response to its demands. According

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Ethiopia appoints Fitsum Assefa Adela as finance minister amid debt reforms

Leave a Comment / Africa, East Africa / Marylyn Oparaugo

Ethiopia has appointed Fitsum Assefa Adela as finance minister, placing the former planning and development minister at the centre of its public finances and continuing economic reforms. Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed named her in his new cabinet on Thursday, 8 October. According to Reuters, published by MarketScreener⁠, she replaces Ahmed Shide, who has become speaker of

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Royal Navy member charged over alleged offences involving a foreign power

Leave a Comment / Public Services, UK Affrairs / Marylyn Oparaugo

A serving member of the Royal Navy has been charged with two offences under the National Security Act 2023 following an investigation by Counter Terrorism Policing London. The Metropolitan Police⁠ identified him as Teddy Young, 24, and said he was arrested at his home in Bedfordshire on Tuesday, 6 October. He was taken into custody in

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Ukraine attack death toll rises to at least 32 as rescuers search rubble

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At least 32 people have been killed following Russian missile and drone attacks across Ukraine on Wednesday, 7 October, according to an updated report by Reuters⁠. The toll rose on Thursday as emergency teams recovered more bodies. Residential buildings, industrial facilities, and energy infrastructure were hit during the attacks. Five children killed in Pryluky The heaviest reported

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Zambia set to sign $1.5 billion US health agreement after data-sharing changes

Leave a Comment / Health / Marylyn Oparaugo

Zambia is preparing to sign a five-year health funding agreement with the United States after its government said it had resolved disagreements over patient information and the sharing of biological samples. Health Minister Professor Roma Chilengi announced that the signing was scheduled for Thursday, 8 October. The United States would contribute about $1.5 billion over five

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UK says Jerusalem mission will remain open after Israel orders consulate closure

Leave a Comment / Middle East, World / Marylyn Oparaugo

Britain says its diplomatic building in East Jerusalem will remain open under a new name after Israel ordered the British Consulate General to close, following UK sanctions targeting Israeli settlements in the occupied West Bank. Foreign Secretary Ed Miliband said on Thursday, 8 October, that discussions with Israel had allowed Britain to maintain its presence. The

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Bank of England Chooses Four Animals for Next Banknote Series

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The Bank of England has selected the Atlantic puffin, barn owl, buff-tailed bumblebee, and European hedgehog to feature on its next series of banknotes. The animals will become the main images on the four denominations: £5, £10, £20 and £50. However, the Bank has not yet decided which animal will appear on each note. The announcement published

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Belgian Students Protest Education Costs as Higher Fees Raise Concerns

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Students in French-speaking Belgium have taken to the streets over rising education costs, overcrowded classrooms, and difficulties accessing study materials. Hundreds demonstrated in Liège on Wednesday, 7 October. Reuters⁠ reported that Belga news agency put arrests in recent days at 107, linked to offences including property damage and arson. Local authorities were not immediately available to confirm

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Formal Borrowing in Nigeria Nearly Doubles to 10%, Survey Finds

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The share of Nigerian adults borrowing from regulated lenders has risen to about 10%, compared with 5.3% in 2023, according to the 2026 Access to Financial Services in Nigeria survey. The EFInA survey highlights put the more precise figure at 9.9%, representing approximately 12 million adults. This measures people currently borrowing from regulated providers. It does not

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Nigeria Targets Creative Investment and Jobs as Lagos Prepares to Host CANEX

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Nigeria’s government says the forthcoming Creative Africa Nexus Weekend should deliver investment, business partnerships, and wider market access for creative enterprises. The Minister of Art, Culture, Tourism and the Creative Economy, Hannatu Musawa, outlined that ambition at a joint ministerial briefing in Abuja, according to Voice of Nigeria’s report published on 7 October. She said the gathering

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