
Nigeria Launches Genomic City to Boost Research Funding
The Federal Government has launched the Nigeria Genomic City, a new initiative aiming to secure $500 million in annual research funding and establish the country as a leader in genomics.

ActionSA plans to approach the North Gauteng High Court to set aside a South African Police Service investigation that cleared two senior officers implicated in the Phala Phala scandal, alleging a cover-up.
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The Federal Government has launched the Nigeria Genomic City, a new initiative aiming to secure $500 million in annual research funding and establish the country as a leader in genomics.

Amazon's partnership with Herotel has reignited scrutiny over South Africa’s satellite internet strategy, especially as state-backed alternatives lag behind global competitors like Starlink.

Family and media pay tribute to late footballer Jayden Adams, highlighting his commitment to uplifting youth and fostering hope.

Former Minister of Youth and Sports Development Solomon Dalung claims members of Nigeria's National Assembly demanded a ₦200 million bribe during his first budget presentation under the Buhari administration.

The Senate has suspended its inquiry into the N1.3 billion budget allocation for the alleged Presidential Foreign Intervention Promotion Council, citing no petition before it and deferring action until findings from the Independent Corrupt Practices Commission are released.

Seventeen people have died in tornado-related storms across central and southern China, as Typhoon Bavi moves toward Taiwan with winds near 200 kph, prompting nationwide preparedness measures.

FIFA and Global Citizen announce Justin Bieber as co-headliner for the first-ever World Cup final halftime show, alongside Madonna, Shakira, BTS, and Burna Boy.

As Nigeria navigates its AI future, industry leaders are pushing for accountable governance, moving beyond principles to demonstrable action.

A landslide triggered by heavy monsoon rains has killed eight people, including seven children and a teacher, at a girls' school in a Rohingya refugee camp in southeastern Bangladesh.

Nigeria's presidency has dismissed claims by NDC presidential candidate Peter Obi that he may not survive to contest the 2027 election, labeling his statements as false and calling him a 'serial liar.'

Egypt's Football Association has filed a formal complaint with FIFA after its World Cup exit, citing controversial referee decisions in a defeat to Argentina.

US President Donald Trump has ordered new military strikes on Iran, citing continued attacks on shipping in the Strait of Hormuz, a critical global oil transit route.

Defence Minister Christopher Musa has directed security forces to engage armed terrorists without awaiting orders, while commissioning 62 vehicles, 320 motorcycles, and high-tech equipment in Sokoto.

The African Democratic Congress has barred its state chapters from receiving court processes or engaging lawyers independently, directing all legal matters to be channeled through the national legal adviser.

Lagos police arrested 135 suspected cultists and recovered 26 firearms during coordinated raids targeting criminal hideouts ahead of the July 7 initiation period.

Mathew Adeniyi Adeyemi, accused of leading a fictitious agency, says he never met President's Chief of Staff Femi Gbajabiamila in person, despite earlier accusing him of issuing his appointment letter.

The US has launched a fresh wave of strikes on Iran, with President Trump declaring the ceasefire over, while Iran's president decried the actions as bullying.

The Nigerian federal government has expressed sympathy following a deadly landslide in Gansu province, China, which occurred amid severe storms across the country.