Ghana’s Ministry of Health has confirmed at least 16 deaths following a meningitis outbreak that has infected more than 120 people as of Sunday, February 16. Updating Parliament on Tuesday, February 18, Health Minister Kwabena Mintah Akandoh stated that the Upper West Region remains the hardest hit, with 29 patients currently receiving treatment. The most…
It’s February, and that means it’s Black History Month! Target is celebrating Black-owned and founded businesses this month with a curated collection of brands across home, beauty, fashion, and more. From thoughtfully designed home decor to high-quality haircare and unique stationery, this collection highlights brands that bring creativity, culture, and innovation to everyday life. And…
Judge John Allen, who grew up in a Columbus public housing complex, became a decorated U.S. Air Force fighter pilot and served on the Muscogee County Superior Court bench for 26 years, has died. The Muscogee County Sheriff’s Office announced his death in a news release. “On behalf of the Allen family, we were requested to announce with a heavy heart that Senior Superior…
Valentine Ozigbo, a prominent Labour Party chieftain and governorship aspirant in Anambra State, has officially resigned from the party, signaling a new phase in his political journey. Ozigbo, who previously contested the 2021 Anambra governorship election under the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and is a close associate of Labour Party’s 2023 presidential candidate, Peter Obi,…
The controversy stems from a viral video featuring U.S. Congressman Scott Perry, a Republican representing Pennsylvania, who alleged during a congressional hearing that USAID had indirectly financed terrorist activities across the world, including in Nigeria. The Nigerian Senate has summoned key security chiefs to appear before it following allegations that international organisations, including the United…
