BALTIMORE, MD (AFRICAN EXAMINER) – England Captain Wayne Rooney has canvassed for confirmation of the club’s interim Manager Gareth Southgate. While justifying his call, Rooney stressed: “He’s done all he can and I’m sure he’s the frontrunner; From my point of view, he’s in pole position.” Southgate secured his second win in three matches as […]
BALTIMORE, MD (AFRICAN EXAMINER) – No fewer than 30 people have been killed, while over 70 wounded, including women and children, in an explosion which hit Sufi Muslim shrine in Balochistan, Pakistan. Worshippers at the Shah Noorani shrine were performing dhamal – a trance-like dance – when the eruption occurred Saturday. Sufism, has large followers […]
BALTIMORE, MD (AFRICAN EXAMINER) – Unlike his pronounced opposition to some of his policies during the campaign, US President-elect Mr. Donald Trump has begun to reverse himself, as he pledged he will leave key parts of his predecessor, President Barack Obama’s healthcare bill, when get to the office. Mr. Trump who during campaign vowed to […]
EDO, NIGERIA (AFRICAN EXAMINER) – Mr. Godwin Obaseki has been sworn in as the new Edo State Governor. The colorful and well-attended inauguration was administered around 12.20pm Saturday by the State chief Judge, Justice Cromwell Idahosa. Obaseki’s oath of office was followed by his Deputy Mr. Philip Shuaibu. Former Head of State, Gen Yakubu Gowon […]
By Ignatius Okpara ABIA NIGERIA (AFRICAN EXAMINER) – The Abia State chapter of the opposition All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA), has been thrown into serious leadership tussle, leading to the suspension of its Chairman, Rev. Austin Ehiemere, by the State Working Committee (SWC). The action according to the party, is based on his alleged gross […]
BALTIMORE, MD (AFRICAN EXAMINER) – A popular Gambian wrestler has drowned while crossing the Mediterranean trying to reach Europe, his coach says. Ali Mbengu, known to his fans as “Mille Franc”, was on a boat travelling from Libya to Italy when it capsized last Friday, Pateh Nying said. A Gambia Wrestling Federation spokesman told the […]
An airstrike in Somalia that the US said had targeted al-Shabab actually killed 10 members of an allied local militia, US media report, quoting an unpublished Pentagon investigation. The US says it carried out the September strike to protect Puntland forces who came under fire during an operation against al-Shabab militants. The strike sparked anti-American […]
BORNO, NIGERIA (AFRICAN EXAMINER) – Three suspected Boko Haram female suicide bombers were intercepted and killed early Friday by troops, in Maiduguri, the Borno State capital. The suspects’ bodies it was learnt were full with explosive devices. But the troops on sighting and identifying them opened fire, after which a deafening explosive sound followed. The […]
BALTIMORE, MD (AFRICAN EXAMINER) – Outgoing US President Mr. Barack Obama is playing host to his successor Mr. Donald Trump at the White House to discuss transition, being considered to be ‘’awkward’’. White House Spokesman Josh Earnest said Mr. Obama is sincere about ensuring a smooth handover when he meets with Mr. Trump, adding “I’m […]
ABUJA, NIGERIA (AFRICAN EXAMINER) – Former Vice President and chieftain of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC), Atiku Abubakar has urged his family, friends and associates to deploy resources earlier earmarked for signed congratulatory adverts on his 70th birthday anniversary, to the IDPs and other charitable causes. In a statement issued by his media office […]
By Ganiyu Nasirudeen ABUJA, NIGERIA (AFRICAN EXAMINER) – A Federal High Court sitting in Abuja has granted bail to former Minister of Aviation, Mr. Femi Fani-Kayode The ex-Minister was recently re-arrested and arraigned by the operatives of Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) over five counts, including alleged fraudulent act, involving the sum of N26 […]
By Ganiyu Nasirudeen ABUJA, NIGERIA (AFRICAN EXAMINER) – President Muhammadu Buhari has inaugurated Justice Walter Onnoghen as the acting Chief Justice of Nigeria (CJN). Mr. President conducted the inauguration Thursday, inside the Council Chambers of the Presidential Villa, Abuja, with some top government officials in attendance. Following this, Justice Onnoghen will serve in acting capacity, […]
By Niyi Adeyi BALTIMORE, MD (AFRICAN EXAMINER) – President Muhammadu Buhari is expected to lead other bigwigs of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) in the mega rally for its Ondo State Governorship candidate, Mr Rotimi Akeredolu (SAN). Expected at the rally are: the Vice President Prof. Yemi Osinbajo; some Federal Ministers; APC Governors; the […]
BALTIMORE, MD (AFRICAN EXAMINER) – Defeated Democratic Presidential candidate, Mrs. Hillary Clinton, Wednesday urged Americans to give US President-elect Mr. Donald Trump a chance to lead. In her first public appearance after the defeat, Mrs. Clinton expressed hope that Mr. Trump would be a successful President for all Americans. “We have seen that our nation […]
BALTIMORE, MD (AFRICAN EXAMINER) – More world leaders have reacted to the US President-elect, Mr. Donald Trump’s victory. Chinese President Xi Jinping Wednesday congratulated Donald Trump in a telegram. The Foreign Ministry said that China was hoping to work with the new US government to boost bilateral relations. “US China trade relations are mutually beneficial. […]
Ignatius Okpara EBONYI, NIGERIA (AFRICAN EXAMINER) – The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has sealed- off properties belonging to Ebonyi State Governor, David Nweze Umahi, in Abakaliki, the state capital and other parts of the state. The sealed properties include Orsbon La Palm, a five star Hotel, situated at Mile 50, Abakaliki and petrol […]
ABUJA, NIGERIA (AFRICAN EXAMINER) – President Muhammadu Buhari has congratulated the US President-elect, Mr. Donald Trump on his victory in the just concluded Presidential election. Buhari in a statement issued Wednesday by his SA on Media and Publicity, Mr. Femi Adesina, said he looked forward to working with Mr. Trump to strengthen the relationship between […]
Ignatius Okpara ENUGU, NIGERIA (AFRICAN EXAMINER) – A 48 year- old taxi driver Mr. Ikechukwu Onyia has been arraigned before an Enugu High Court presided over by Justice Catherine Nwobodo, for allegedly raping another man’s wife. Narrating what transpired between him and the woman during his arraignment Tuesday, the accused said on September 20, 2012, […]
By Ignatius Okpara ABAKALIKI, NIGERIA, AFRICAN EXAMINER – The Ebonyi State Emergency Management Agency SEMA, says it will investigate the recent alleged diversion of relief materials meant for fire disaster victims in the state by its officials. The victims had accused top officials of the agency of allegedly diverting relief materials meant for them, as […]
BALTIMORE, MD (AFRICAN EXAMINER) – US President-elect Mr. Donald Trump has commended his rival Mrs. Hilary Clinton over her diligence and service to America. Trump made the commendation early Wednesday, minutes after winning one of the most divisive and keenly contested US elections. Mr. Trump in his acceptance remarks acknowledged that Mrs. Clinton has worked […]
