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[Deutsche Welle] Outrage is growing among Africans everywhere after a new spate of xenophobic attacks in South Africa. Politicians and citizens alike are caling on South Africa's government to act decisively to prevent further violence. from AllAfrica News: Nigeria via NEWS

[News24Wire] The daughter of a well-known apartheid-era policeman has laid charges of historical child abuse against her 80-year-old father, a statement on her behalf said. via LATEST NEWS

[Deutsche Welle] Outrage is growing among Africans everywhere after a new spate of xenophobic attacks in South Africa. Politicians and citizens alike are caling on South Africa's government to act decisively to prevent further violence. via LATEST NEWS

[News24Wire] Former president Jacob Zuma has expressed doubts over whether former Bosasa CEO Gavin Watson's death in a car crash last week was an accident. via LATEST NEWS

[The New Humanitarian] A landmark peace accord to end decades of conflict in Mozambique is facing setbacks just a month after being signed, as splits form in the rebel-turned-opposition party that reached the deal with the government. via LATEST NEWS

[ISS] The number of drug users in sub-Saharan Africa is expected to increase by nearly 150% by 2050, according to new research by the ENACT programme at the Institute for Security Studies, in partnership with the Frederick S Pardee Center for International Futures. via LATEST NEWS

[Deutsche Welle] Forest fires, droughts, flashfloods and storms: Unusual trends are destroying lives and and making the public jittery because ignorance is no longer excusable, yet policy action seems too slow, writes Ibrahim Thiaw. via LATEST NEWS

  The All Progressives Congress has strongly condemned ongoing attacks against Nigerians and other African migrants in South Africa. The APC, while calling on South Africa's Ruling Party to Wade into the crisis, said that the latest development rubbishes the ideals the ANC stands for. In a statement by its National Publicity Secretary, Lanre Issa-Onilu, the APC said Nigeria deserved better from South Africa. The statement reads, “As a party, we are deeply saddened by these unwarranted attacks. “Nigeria deserves better from South Africa. It is too early for South Africans to forget their country’s history. “Many of the key players in the struggle against apartheid are still alive and active in the country’s national affairs. “We, therefore, cannot understand why there seems to be a conspiracy of silence on their part. “The barbaric attack on citizens of other countries points to a failure of leadership. “South African leaders cannot exonerate themselves from this co...

  Vice President of Nigeria, Prof Yemi Osinbajo, has described as unacceptable ongoing attacks on Nigerians in South Africa. In a statement through his spokesperson, Laolu Akande, Osinbajo comdemned the development, adding that it does not represent the ideals of iconic leaders like Nelson Mandela. He said, “It is very sad and very unfortunate that the lives and livelihoods of Nigerians living in South Africa are once again being destroyed with such wantonness and with such carelessness and recklessness. “It is unfortunate because Nigeria and Nigerians invested a great deal in the pulling down of apartheid. “Besides, these acts of bigotry are entirely contrary to the very ideals that all the great South African leaders, including the present president fought for, and for which many gave their lives. “President Muhammadu Buhari has already spoken about this; and obviously we are very concerned and certainly intend to take this up with the authorities in South Africa in...

  The Lagos State chapter of the African Action Congress has called on the civil society, labour unions and activists in South Africa to rise and rally against xenophobic attacks in the country. The follows the recent attacks on Nigerians and other African nationals by South African citizens. Condemning the attack, Kunle Wizeman Ajayi, Acting Chairman of the Lagos AAC, said Nigerians are angry at what is happening to their compatriots in South Africa. He also accused politicians and the elites in Nigeria for causing poverty and unemployment in the country. Ajayi said, “The Lagos AAC believes that South African civil society, labour and radical activists need to rise and rally against the xenophobic attacks on Nigerians and other African immigrants. “We also call on Nigerians here to face our rulers and join the #RevolutionNow to put an end to the causes of poverty and unemployment that is making Nigerians to run out to live outside the country. “We know that both the...

  President Muhammadu Buhari has directed security agencies in the country to put an end to all security challenges facing the country. The President said that government would no longer tolerate the deteriorating security situation in Nigeria. A statement by Director Press and Public Relations of the Ministry of Interior, Mohammed Manga, gave the charge on Tuesday in Katsina during a visit of the minister, Rauf Aregbesola. According to Buhari, the wanton destruction of lives and properties in Katsina and the entire country through banditry, kidnappings, armed robbery, rape, insurgency, and other forms of criminalities was no longer acceptable. He reiterated his resolve to ensure the safety of lives and property through strengthening the internal security architecture of the Ministry of Interior. He assured the people of Katsina and the entire North West Zone of government’s determination to end the spate of insecurity and all criminalities in the country. He said, “...

The Akwa Ibom state chapter of the PDP has described as deceptive and insulting the allegation by the APC that monarchs in the state did not act within the realms of neutrality in issuing a recent statement. from via EDUPEDIA24/7

Sasha (DJ) . Sasha (born 4 September 1969) is a Welsh DJ and record producer, best known for his live events, electronic music as a solo artist, and collaborations with British DJ John Digweed. He topped DJ Magazine's Top 100 DJs poll in 2000, and is a four-time International Dance Music Awards winner, four-time DJ Awards winner and Grammy Award nominee. He began his career playing acid house dance music in the late 1980s. In 1993 he partnered with Digweed, touring internationally. Sasha has remixed tracks for artists including Madonna, The Chemical Brothers and Hot Chip. He has produced three albums of original works: The Qat Collection in 1994, Airdrawndagger in 2002 and Scene Delete in 2016. His use of live audio engineering equipment helped popularise technological innovations among DJs who formerly relied on records and turntables. In 2007 he formed a record label with Renaissance Records called emFire.

Sasha (DJ) . Sasha (born 4 September 1969) is a Welsh DJ and record producer, best known for his live events, electronic music as a solo artist, and collaborations with British DJ John Digweed. He topped DJ Magazine's Top 100 DJs poll in 2000, and is a four-time International Dance Music Awards winner, four-time DJ Awards winner and Grammy Award nominee. He began his career playing acid house dance music in the late 1980s. In 1993 he partnered with Digweed, touring internationally. Sasha has remixed tracks for artists including Madonna, The Chemical Brothers and Hot Chip. He has produced three albums of original works: The Qat Collection in 1994, Airdrawndagger in 2002 and Scene Delete in 2016. His use of live audio engineering equipment helped popularise technological innovations among DJs who formerly relied on records and turntables. In 2007 he formed a record label with Renaissance Records called emFire.

A Shoprite outlet in Akure, Ondo State, has been forced to shut down over fears of a possible attack by angry youths in the city.  Scores of youths had besieged the popular mall to register their anger over attacks on Nigerians and other African migrants in South Africa. The angry youths chanted solidarity songs for several hours and tried to force their way into the facility but were prevented by security personnel at the shopping complex. During a visit to the mall on Tuesday evening by SaharaReporters correspondent, policemen could be seen parading the area. One of the aggrieved protesters, Paul Oluwatobi, said he decided to take part in the demonstration due to disturbing footages on the Internet showing how Nigerians were being maimed and their investments destroyed by South Africans.  He said, "We have been watching lots of disturbing videos on the social media showing how Nigerians are being killed in South Africa. "So, we came to the mall to register ou...

  The All Progressives Congress has strongly condemned ongoing attacks against Nigerians and other African migrants in South Africa. The APC, while calling on South Africa's Ruling Party to Wade into the crisis, said that the latest development rubbishes the ideals the ANC stands for. In a statement by its National Publicity Secretary, Lanre Issa-Onilu, the APC said Nigeria deserved better from South Africa. The statement reads, “As a party, we are deeply saddened by these unwarranted attacks. “Nigeria deserves better from South Africa. It is too early for South Africans to forget their country’s history. “Many of the key players in the struggle against apartheid are still alive and active in the country’s national affairs. “We, therefore, cannot understand why there seems to be a conspiracy of silence on their part. “The barbaric attack on citizens of other countries points to a failure of leadership. “South African leaders cannot exonerate themselves from this co...

  The Uyo Zonal Office of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission said it had arrested over 60 suspected Internet fraudsters and secured 37 convictions since 2017 in the state. Zonal Head of the commission, Mr Garba Dugum, disclosed this while briefing journalists in Uyo, the capital, on Tuesday. Dugum, who was represented by the Deputy Zonal Head, Alex Ebbah, said EFCC was collaborating with the United States Federal Bureau of Investigation in the fight against cyber crime. He said, "In furtherance to the acting Chairman’s directive to all zones, we have independently launched intensive investigative actions against this infamous “Yahoo Boys” culmination in various strategic raids and onslaught on their hideouts. “Our efforts in this regards have recorded tremendous success which resulted in over 60 arrests, 37 convictions and recovery of exotic cars and properties suspected to have been acquired through the proceeds of the crimes.” Corruption News AddThis :...

  Vice President of Nigeria, Prof Yemi Osinbajo, has described as unacceptable ongoing attacks on Nigerians in South Africa. In a statement through his spokesperson, Laolu Akande, Osinbajo comdemned the development, adding that it does not represent the ideals of iconic leaders like Nelson Mandela. He said, “It is very sad and very unfortunate that the lives and livelihoods of Nigerians living in South Africa are once again being destroyed with such wantonness and with such carelessness and recklessness. “It is unfortunate because Nigeria and Nigerians invested a great deal in the pulling down of apartheid. “Besides, these acts of bigotry are entirely contrary to the very ideals that all the great South African leaders, including the present president fought for, and for which many gave their lives. “President Muhammadu Buhari has already spoken about this; and obviously we are very concerned and certainly intend to take this up with the authorities in South Africa in...

  Super Falcons moved to the third round of the 2020 Tokyo Olympics football qualifiers after beating Algeria 1-0 in Lagos on Tuesday to qualify 3-0 on aggregate. The Nigerian ladies had defeated the North Africans 2-0 in the first leg in Algiers before completing the job in Lagos. FC Barcelona of Spain forward, Asisat Oshoala, scored the only goal of the match in the 59th minute to end the contest. The Falcons will face Mali or Cote d’Ivoire in the third round. Sports News AddThis :  Original Author :  saharaReporters, New York Disable advertisements :  from All Content via

  The Lagos State chapter of the African Action Congress has called on the civil society, labour unions and activists in South Africa to rise and rally against xenophobic attacks in the country. The follows the recent attacks on Nigerians and other African nationals by South African citizens. Condemning the attack, Kunle Wizeman Ajayi, Acting Chairman of the Lagos AAC, said Nigerians are angry at what is happening to their compatriots in South Africa. He also accused politicians and the elites in Nigeria for causing poverty and unemployment in the country. Ajayi said, “The Lagos AAC believes that South African civil society, labour and radical activists need to rise and rally against the xenophobic attacks on Nigerians and other African immigrants. “We also call on Nigerians here to face our rulers and join the #RevolutionNow to put an end to the causes of poverty and unemployment that is making Nigerians to run out to live outside the country. “We know that both the...

  President Muhammadu Buhari has directed security agencies in the country to put an end to all security challenges facing the country. The President said that government would no longer tolerate the deteriorating security situation in Nigeria. A statement by Director Press and Public Relations of the Ministry of Interior, Mohammed Manga, gave the charge on Tuesday in Katsina during a visit of the minister, Rauf Aregbesola. According to Buhari, the wanton destruction of lives and properties in Katsina and the entire country through banditry, kidnappings, armed robbery, rape, insurgency, and other forms of criminalities was no longer acceptable. He reiterated his resolve to ensure the safety of lives and property through strengthening the internal security architecture of the Ministry of Interior. He assured the people of Katsina and the entire North West Zone of government’s determination to end the spate of insecurity and all criminalities in the country. He said, “...

  Director-General, Niger State Emergency Management Agency, Ahmed Inga, has disclosed that three more victims of last Friday’s petrol tanker explosion along the Abuja-Kaduna highway have died. According to Inga, one of the injured victims died on the way to Kano where they were being transferred for further treatment, adding that the other two died in the hospital while receiving treatment. He said that all 14 victims were from Kano, adding that the injured persons were transferred to Kano based on their requests. He said, “We have lost another three people, one on transit to Kano, another one in Kaduna, while one died receiving treatment. “With the three additional deaths, the number of the dead persons now comes to six. “Driver of the tanker ran away and is not yet found, while the truck has been taken to NNPC depot in Suleja for tracking, so as to identify the owner.”    Oil Travel News AddThis :  Original Author :  SaharaReporters, New ...

  President of South Africa, Cyril Ramaphosa, has condemned xenophobic attacks on Nigerians and other African migrants, insisting that there is no justification for such act. Addressing a gathering on Tuesday, Ramaphosa said that, “Our security forces are on high alert. “Whilst in no way, can we take away the sense of deep loss and unbearable pain you experience, as a country, we commit ourselves to continue to work tirelessly to building the kind of South Africa where indeed women and children will be safe. “I condemn the violence that has been spreading around a number of our provinces in the strongest terms. “I’m convening the ministers in the security cluster today to make sure that we keep a close eye on these acts of wanton violence and find ways of stopping them.  “The people of our country want to live in harmony; whatever concerns or grievances we may have, we need to handle them in a democratic way. “There can be no justification for any South African ...