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 Mozambican government appeals for speedy international response to severe flooding The Mozambican government appealed has for a speedy humanitarian response to contain severe flooding, which has displaced hundreds of thousands and destroyed infrastructure in the Southeast African nation. The National Disaster Management Institute (INGD) said the country is experiencing the worst flooding in decades, which, according to statistics, has displaced 600,000 people in the worst-hit provinces of Gaza, Zambezia, Inhambane and Sofala. Around 40% of Gaza Province is said to be submerged. Weeks of torrential rains have triggered widespread flooding across Southern Africa, killing scores of victims. Gabriel Monteiro, deputy chairperson of INGD, told reporters that the country’s resources “were insufficient to respond to a disaster of this scale.” “So far, we have partners from other parts of the world who have come to help us, but the size of this phenomenon exceeds all our plans. We are ther...

Actress Bimbo Ademoye cries out as man allegedly pirates her movie, uploads it on YouTube and gets it demonetised Actress Bimbo Ademoye has raised alarm over the alleged piracy of her movie by a man identified as Emmanuel Davis. In a video shared online, the actress said the man uploaded her movie on YouTube without permission, an action she claims led to her original content being demonetised. Bimbo, who appeared visibly upset, said the situation had taken a toll on her mentally, physically and financially, especially after what she described as a very stressful week. She also accused the same individual of taking a song made specifically for her by singer Ugochi, uploading it on streaming platforms, and claiming ownership of it. According to the actress, the song was never officially uploaded by the singer to avoid issues like piracy. Bimbo warned the man to take down the content and resolve the monetisation issue within an hour, stating that she wanted the matter documented publicly...

 PRESS RELEASE MINISTRY OF LOCAL GOVERNMENT AND CHIEFTAINCY AFFAIRS AND IJEBU ODE LOCAL GOVERNMENT DEBUNK FALSE REPORT ON ALLEGED SUSPENSION OF IJEBU TRADITIONAL CHIEFS The Ogun State Ministry of Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs, in conjunction with the Ijebu Ode Local Government, has dismissed as false and misleading a report circulating on social media alleging the suspension of the Kakanfo of Ijebu land, Chief Abimbola Okenla, the Lapoekun of Ijebu land, Chief Tunde Odulaja, and the Madasa of Ijebu land, Chief Lekan Oshifeso, from the Council of Chiefs. The two authorities categorically state that no such suspension has been effected or approved by any recognized traditional institution or by the Ogun State Government, describing the report as the handiwork of mischief makers bent on causing confusion and disharmony within Ijebu land. Chieftaincy matters are governed by established laws, customs, and due process, none of which has been initiated in respect of the named c...

 FG's Newly Deployed CCTV System Reveals 3 Vandals Caught In Realtime Criminal Acts On Lagos 3rd Mainland Bridge Minister of Works, David Umahi, has urged Nigerians to take collective ownership of public infrastructure in their environment and ensure its protection. He made the appeal at the parade of vandals arrested through the newly deployed CCTV  monitoring system in Lagos.   Lanre Gbeleyi reports that the156 cat-eye reflective lights which are meant to enhance the aesthetic of the road were being pried opened by the 3 vandals on the Third Mainland Bridge and were caught in real time by the CCTV monitoring team  The vandals who claimed to be scavengers popularly called "Bola" failed to give coherent answers to the questions directed at them.  Minister of Works, David Umahi,  while appreciating the police for their diligence expressed his discomfort over the indifferent attitude of some Nigerians towards public infrastructure.  Umahi also condemned ...

 Gov Ododo Warns Traditional Rulers on Land Allocations Governor Ahmed Usman Ododo of Kogi State has Charged traditional rulers to desist from allocating lands illegally or risk Dethronement. He made this known when he visited the Elulu of Mopa Oba Muyiwa lbeun in his palace. Ajibola Christopher reports that the Governor also inspected construction of ongoing projects in the area. The traditional ruler while receiving the Governor, appreciates the massive development across the state, expressing his gratitude for the construction of mopa township roads which were abandoned by the previous administrations. Oba lbeun who reiterates the support of the traditional institution and the people of Mopa disclosing that the kingdom has been known for peace, commending the governor on his landmark security strategies describing it as a model for safeguarding the State. Governor Ahmed Usman Ododo thanks Oba lbeun for maintaining peace and uniting his kingdom. He says insecurity has been a majo...

 Chief of Army Staff issued a Stem warning to criminals disturbing the peace of the country More than one thousand special forces have been added to the theater in the ongoing internal operations across the country.  The Chief of Army staff lieutenant General Waidi Shaibu during the graduation ceremony of exercise restore hope 9 of the Nigerian Army base camp in Kachia issued a Stem warning to criminals disturbing the peace of the country that they will meet the mettle of the Army to contend with until they repent from their actions.

 Côte d'Ivoire President Ouattara appoints brother as vice-prime minister Côte d'Ivoire President Alassane Ouattara reshuffled his cabinet on Friday, maintaining most senior ministers while appointing his brother, Defence Minister Tene Birahima Ouattara, to the newly created role of vice-prime minister, which he will hold alongside his defence portfolio, AFP reported. The move elevates the younger Ouattara within the government hierarchy, while most key portfolios remained unchanged, signaling continuity rather than a comprehensive overhaul. The reshuffle follows Ouattara's re-election in October and his party's victory in December's legislative elections, securing a parliamentary majority. Ouattara, 84, a former deputy managing director of the International Monetary Fund, has led the country since 2011 and has said that he intends to prepare the ground for a new generation of political leaders during his tenure. The changes come as Côte d'Ivoire, the world'...