Malian Teacher-Researchers Protest for Unpaid Research Bonuses

University activities in Mali have been disrupted as teacher-researchers embark on an industrial strike over unpaid research bonuses. The strike is led by the Coordination of Higher Education and Scientific Research Unions (CSEC), which includes the National Union of Higher Education (SNESUP) and the Union of Higher Education and Scientific Research (SECMA). Unions are demanding…

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Top 10 Highlights from Nigerian Newspapers – Saturday, February 8

Here are the top 10 stories making headlines across the country today. 1. INEC chairman laments judicial system, calls for special tribunal to tackle electoral crimes The Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Prof. Mahmood Yakubu, has renewed calls for the establishment of a dedicated Electoral Offences Tribunal, stressing that Nigeria’s current judicial…

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Exports Declined by 2.2% Last Year

Growth was recorded in oil products (37.1%), food (4.6%) as well as raw materials (10.3%) compared to last May. However, exports of industrial goods (-12.2%), machinery (-18.2%), chemicals (-4.2%) and various industrial goods (-14.8%) recorded a contraction. Greek exports rose 7.8% in December 2024, compared to the same month in 2023, reaching 4.03 billion euros…

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Ghana’s President Finalizes Government Structure by Appointing 13 Deputy Ministers

Ghanaian President John Mahama has appointed 13 deputy ministers, finalising the formation of his government. In an official statement, Presidential Spokesperson Felix Kwakye Ofosu said the appointments are intended to support ministers in achieving the government’s objectives and fulfilling promises made to the people. With this latest round of nominations, President Mahama is nearing his…

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