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Africa: More Than 600 Confirmed Cases of COVID-19 in Africa

[WHO] Brazzaville -More than 600 cases of COVID-19 have been confirmed in 34 countries in Africa as of 19 March, compared with 147 cases one week ago. Although the region has seen a significant increase in confirmed cases recently, there are still fewer cases than in other parts of the world. via LATEST NEWS
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Netflix Naija - Creative Freedom in Nigeria's Emerging Digital Space?

[The Conversation Africa] Netflix has increased its investment in Nigeria's film industry, Nollywood. The dominant streaming company announced its presence via its newly created Twitter handle, NetflixNaija, while also detailing plans to commission original content by partnering with local creatives and investing in the space. The streamer has ordered an as-yet-untitled six-part series that will be directed by local directors Akin Omotoso, Daniel Oriahi and CJ Obasi. from AllAfrica News: Nigeria via NEWS
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NDLEA Intercepts Man With 3.5kg Tramadol

[This Day] A 51-year-old man, Usman Hassan Ramadan, carrying a 3.5 kg of powdery form of Tramadol tablets has been intercepted at the Mallam Aminu Kano International Airport, on his way to Dubai. from AllAfrica News: Nigeria via NEWS
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NLC May Halt Shipping Companies' Operations

[This Day] The Nigerian Labour Congress (NLC) may declare a state of emergency on Nigerian shipping companies and force their operations to a standstill following their refusal to engage the Maritime Workers Union (MWUN) in a meeting on how to increase workers' remuneration. from AllAfrica News: Nigeria via NEWS
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Africa: How to Keep People Well-Informed During COVID-19 Outbreak

[The Conversation Africa] The coronavirus disease (COVID-19) is spreading across the world. For those who catch it, the vast majority will experience mild symptoms, but for a few it can cause severe disease and death. Some groups - like older people and those with pre-existing health conditions - are more vulnerable when exposed than others. via EDUCATION
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Africa: Youth Bulge Alone Won't Deliver Economic Growth

[ISS] The belief that Africa's burgeoning population - set to rise from 1.3 billion to two billion by 2040 - is a boon runs deep on the continent. It's the premise of the African Union's (AU) various youth development programmes, as Jakkie Cilliers points out in his just-published book Africa First! Igniting a Growth Revolution. via LATEST NEWS
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Taraba Governor, Ishaku, Returns To State Over 80 Days After Public Disappearance

Governor of Taraba, Darius Ishaku, has returned to Jalingo, the state capital, more than 80 days after disappearing from public glare.  Ishaku arrived the Danbaba Suntai Airport, Jalingo, aboard a chartered aircraft at exactly 4:2pm on Thursday. He was received by deputy governor, Haruna Manu, some top government officials and traditional rulers at the airport.  Recall that SaharaReporters had on Saturday revealed how there was tension in Taraba following the disappearance of Ishaku for over 80 days.  Since leaving Jalingo in December 2019 and moving to Abuja without transferring power to his deputy, Ishaku was not been seen in public until today.  See Also Politics Tension Mounts In Taraba As Governor Ishaku Remains Unseen For Over 80 Days 0 Comments 5 Days Ago His last official outing in Jalingo was on December 19, 2019 when he presented the 2020 budget to the state's House of Assembly. Politics News AddThis :  Original Author :  ...
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Aries (album)

Aries (album) . Aries is the ninth studio album by Mexican recording artist Luis Miguel (pictured). Released by WEA Latina in 1993, it features pop ballads and dance numbers with R&B influences. "Ayer" and "Hasta Que Me Olvides", two of the album's three singles released for sale, topped the US Billboard Hot Latin Songs chart. "Hasta el Fin" and "Tú y Yo" were released as promotional singles, both peaking at number four on that chart. Aries stayed at number one on the US Billboard Latin Pop Albums for 19 weeks. It sold over one million copies in Mexico, and over two million copies worldwide through 2000. Upon its release, the album received mixed reviews from music critics; they were divided on the dance tunes and ballads, although Miguel's vocals and the album's arrangements garnered positive reactions. The Aries Tour promoted the record in Latin America and the United States. Miguel received several accolades for the album, inc...
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Aries (album)

Aries (album) . Aries is the ninth studio album by Mexican recording artist Luis Miguel (pictured). Released by WEA Latina in 1993, it features pop ballads and dance numbers with R&B influences. "Ayer" and "Hasta Que Me Olvides", two of the album's three singles released for sale, topped the US Billboard Hot Latin Songs chart. "Hasta el Fin" and "Tú y Yo" were released as promotional singles, both peaking at number four on that chart. Aries stayed at number one on the US Billboard Latin Pop Albums for 19 weeks. It sold over one million copies in Mexico, and over two million copies worldwide through 2000. Upon its release, the album received mixed reviews from music critics; they were divided on the dance tunes and ballads, although Miguel's vocals and the album's arrangements garnered positive reactions. The Aries Tour promoted the record in Latin America and the United States. Miguel received several accolades for the album, inc...
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