April 21
Nigeria: Police Probe Alleged Killing of Man By Inspector in Lagos
Vanguard
Police in Lagos State says it has begun investigation into the circumstances surrounding the death of one Anosikwa Patrick allegedly stabbed by a police officer. Read more »
Liberia: Beyond the Resolution
New Dawn
Standing up Liberia's War Crimes Court Read more »
Zimbabwe: Major Drug Bust in SA - R2 Million Worth of Mandrax Seized
New Zimbabwe
The Hawks had a major drug bust in which they seized mandrax worth R2 million rand en route to Cape Town. Here is the latest. Read more »
Zimbabwe: Cleric, 10 Accomplices in the Dock for Kidnapping and Demanding a U.S.$120k Ransom
New Zimbabwe
A group of 11 people, who include two Chinese nationals and a Congolese self-styled bishop, Charles Matondo, Friday appeared in court accused of kidnapping and demanding a US$120… Read more »
Zimbabwe: PG Matanda-Moyo Upbeat As Prosecutors Get 20 Laptops Installed With E-Libraries to Enhance Their Work
New Zimbabwe
IN a notable move aimed at equipping public prosecutors and restoring confidence in the judiciary, the National Prosecuting Authority (NPA) has received a donation of 20 laptops… Read more »
Nigeria: New National Identity Card Wasteful
Leadership
As a country perpetually grappling with limited resources and a seemingly endless array of pressing challenges, Nigeria can ill-afford to embark on grandiose projects that offer… Read more »
Nigeria: Could It Be Rape If It's With Your Wife?! [analysis]
Vanguard
When did that man you married with such love and hope turn into a monster who couldn't stick to his vow to 'protect' you because he's now the one actually violating you? You hear… Read more »
Nigeria: Judge Jails Uyo Yahoo Yahoo 'School' Owner
Vanguard
A federal judge has jailed the owner of a Uyo-based school for the training of internet fraudsters for 10 years. Read more »
Nigeria: Despite My Ordeal, My Faith in Nigeria Remains Unshaken, Says Adoke
Daily Trust
Former Attorney-General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Mohammed Bello Adoke, has said despite his ordeal in the hands of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission… Read more »
Nigeria: Yahaya Bello On Trial, Just Like the EFCC
Daily Trust
I did not know that Yahaya Bello, the former governor of Kogi State, owned athletic sneakers. I mean the kind possessed by such famous sprinters and long-distance runners as Usain… Read more »
April 20
Nigeria: 57-Year-Old Nigerian Pleads Guilty to Fraud in US [press release]
Premium Times
The 57-year-old Nigerian faces a maximum sentence of 20 years in prison for conspiracy to commit wire fraud. Read more »
Nigeria: Sokoto Clash - Police Recover 6 Bodies After Reprisal Attack
Vanguard
The Sokoto State Police Command has confirmed that it recovered six bodies after a bloody confrontation between the vigilantes and suspected Fulani bandits on Thursday in the Gada… Read more »
April 19
South Africa: Search Continues for Missing 6-Year-Old Joshlin Smith - South African News Briefs - April 19, 2024
allAfrica
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Zimbabwe: Zimbabwe Grants Amnesty to Ease Prison Congestion
VOA
Zimbabwe's President Emmerson Mnangagwa has granted amnesty to 4,000 prisoners as part of efforts to decongest the country's crowded jails. Read more »
South Africa: Power Outage Sparks Days of Protest in Joburg
GroundUp
Protests started on Tuesday, culminating with major roads to Orlando East, Pennyville, and Noordgesig being blocked on Thursday Read more »
Liberia: Mass Dismissal of Presidential Guards Sparks Concern
FrontPageAfrica
Approximately 200 officers of the Executive Protection Service (EPS) are reported to be facing termination under the directive of the new Director, Sam Gaye. Allegations suggest… Read more »
Liberia: Motorcyclists Threaten Mass Protest
FrontPageAfrica
Aggrieved commercial motorcyclists in Monrovia and other parts adjacent are threatening to consistently stage violent protests beginning today April 19, over attempt by the Unity… Read more »
Liberia: Govt to Resist Acquitted American Missionary From Leaving Country
Liberian Observer
Lucas Richards, the American Missionary acquitted by Criminal Court 'B' of attempted murder charges, may likely not be allowed to leave the country anytime soon. Read more »
Ghana: Ghana Wins Preliminary Ruling in Cassius Mining $300 Million Int'l Arbitration
Ghanaian Times
An International Arbitration Tribunal has ruled on February 28, 2024, that the international arbitration instituted by Cassius Mining Company Limited against Ghana shall be… Read more »
Liberia: African Court Engages Human Rights Players in Liberia [document]
africancourt
A sensitization seminar organized by the African Court on Human & People's Rights (the Court) on Friday 19th April brought together over 100 public and social actors who are… Read more »
Nigeria: Gunmen Kill Taraba Monarch
Premium Times
The gunmen attacked the palace of the traditional ruler at about 9 p.m. on Thursday Read more »
Liberia: House Reviews Impeachment Request Against Judge Chineh for Ruling in Favor of American Missionary
FrontPageAfrica
The acquittal of Lucas Richards, an American missionary who was on trial for attempting to kill his girlfriend, Jessica Lloyd, on Wednesday, came as a shock to the public. However,… Read more »
Liberia: Senate Committees to Probe $21M Unapproved Road Contracts Awarded By Public Works
FrontPageAfrica
The plenary of the Liberian Senate has instructed its Committees on Judiciary, Public Works and Public Accounts and Audits to investigate the Public Works Ministry for awarding… Read more »
Nigeria: Again, Tinubu Vows Not to Pay Ransom to Kidnappers
Premium Times
"As president, I have been clear that ransoms stop. Resolution through payment only perpetuates the wider problem. This extortion racket must be squeezed out of existence.… Read more »
Uganda: Court Acquits Group Accused of Forging Titles On NSSF Land in Lubowa
Nile Post
A group of five people who were being accused of forging a land title to steal National Social Security Fund(NSSF) land in Lubowa have been acquitted of the charges. Read more »