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· May 6

Russia and Ukraine Exchange 205 Prisoners Each in UAE-Brokered Deal

Russia and Ukraine conducted a simultaneous exchange of 205 prisoners each, brokered by the United Arab Emirates. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and Russia’s human rights ombudsman confirmed and expressed gratitude for the swap. The returned group from Ukraine included mostly enlisted personnel and a few officers from the Armed Forces...

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Russia and Ukraine Exchange 205 Prisoners Each in UAE-Brokered Deal

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· May 5

Dangote Set to Launch Sugar Refinery in Ghana to Cut $162m Import Bill

Nigerian businessman Aliko Dangote announced plans to establish Dangote Sugar Refinery in Kwame-Danso, Bono Region, Ghana, to reduce sugar imports and boost local industry. The refinery, part of Ghana’s One District, One Factory initiative, will have a daily sugarcane crushing capacity of 12,000 tons and include irrigation for 25,000 hectares....

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Dangote Set to Launch Sugar Refinery in Ghana to Cut $162m Import Bill

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Business

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· May 5

Zelenskiy Urges Stronger International Pressure On Moscow, Calls for 30-Day Ceasefire

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy called for an immediate, unconditional 30-day ceasefire in the Russia-Ukraine conflict to allow diplomacy to progress. He criticized Russia’s short symbolic ceasefire and emphasized the need for increased international pressure on Moscow for a meaningful halt to the war. The Czech Republic has played a crucial...

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Zelenskiy Urges Stronger International Pressure On Moscow, Calls for 30-Day Ceasefire

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· May 5

NPAN Backs $220m Fine on Meta, Hails Tribunal Ruling as Victory for Digital Accountability

The Newspaper Proprietors’ Association of Nigeria (NPAN) supports the $220 million fine imposed on Meta Platforms by Nigeria’s Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC), upheld by the Competition and Consumer Protection Tribunal (CCPT). The fine followed a 30-month investigation into Meta’s unauthorized data sharing and discriminatory practices against Nigerian...

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NPAN Backs $220m Fine on Meta, Hails Tribunal Ruling as Victory for Digital Accountability

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Business

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· May 5

NGE, SERAP Decry Abuse of Cybercrimes Act to Silence Dissent, Journalism, Free Speech

The Nigerian Guild of Editors (NGE) and Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) criticize the use of Nigeria’s Cybercrimes Act, particularly Section 24, to suppress free speech and target journalists, activists, and citizens. They highlight intimidation tactics including arrests and unlawful surveillance, and note the 2024 amendment fails to comply...

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NGE, SERAP Decry Abuse of Cybercrimes Act to Silence Dissent, Journalism, Free Speech

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Media

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· May 5

Israel Calls Up Tens of Thousands of Reservists to Expand Gaza Offensive

The Israeli military has mobilized tens of thousands of reservists to intensify its offensive in Gaza, aiming to dismantle Hamas’s military infrastructure and secure the release of hostages. The expanded operation follows the collapse of a ceasefire and faces growing internal protests demanding a peaceful resolution and hostage release. This...

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Israel Calls Up Tens of Thousands of Reservists to Expand Gaza Offensive

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Politics

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· May 3

Labour Party: Abure Faction Sets Up Disciplinary Panel to Probe Otti, Others Over Alleged Anti-Party Activities

The Julius Abure-led faction of the Labour Party (LP) held an emergency NEC meeting in Abuja, setting up a disciplinary committee to probe Abia State Governor Alex Otti and others for alleged anti-party activities. The faction clarified it is not involved in any coalition talks with other political parties and...

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Labour Party: Abure Faction Sets Up Disciplinary Panel to Probe Otti, Others Over Alleged Anti-Party Activities

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· May 3

CBN Operating Income Soars to N15.23tn in 2024, Recovers from N1.15tn Loss

The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) reported a substantial increase in operating income to N15.23 trillion in 2024, up from N5.89 trillion in 2023, along with a profit after tax of N38.8 billion, recovering from a N1.15 trillion loss the previous year. The CBN Group’s total liabilities and equity rose...

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CBN Operating Income Soars to N15.23tn in 2024, Recovers from N1.15tn Loss

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Business

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· May 3

Pep Guardiola Confirms He Will Take Break From Football Management After Manchester City Tenure Ends

Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola has announced plans to take a break from football management after his current contract ends in 2027. He clarified that he has not decided the exact timing yet and does not necessarily mean retirement. Guardiola has led Manchester City to six Premier League titles in...

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Pep Guardiola Confirms He Will Take Break From Football Management After Manchester City Tenure Ends

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