Author: Tunde

DAR ES SALAAM: The Ministry of Energy and the Petroleum Upstream Regulatory Authority (PURA) have discussed ways to enhance public understanding of oil and natural gas exploration and development projects in Tanzania. The meeting took place on 13 October 2026 at PURA’s offices in Dar es Salaam, attended by key officials including Ms Nteghenjwa Hosseah, Head of the Government Communications Unit at the Ministry of Energy, and Mr Charles Nyangi, Head of Local Content and Stakeholder Engagement at PURA. Ms Hosseah highlighted the government’s ongoing initiatives in oil and gas, noting that public awareness of these projects is still lacking.…

Cornell University in the US has suspended all fraternity parties following increasing backlash over its handling of an alleged gang rape incident at a frat house in 2024. In September, a lawsuit filed by a woman known as Jane Doe claimed that fraternity members had “plied her with alcohol and drugs to the point of intoxication” before sexually assaulting her. Protests have erupted across the US in support of Jane Doe as the university faces criticism for not adequately punishing those involved. Although the fraternity was suspended after the incident was reported and several students faced disciplinary action, no criminal…

Othman Sheriff, editor of the respected online publication The Critique Echo Newspaper, has weighed in on allegations regarding Eric Mansally, the National Director of NGO Affairs at Sierra Leone’s Ministry of Planning and Economic Development (MoPED). Sheriff, a seasoned journalist and development professional, criticises the tendency of some to unfairly portray individuals in positions of authority, particularly when discussing NGO registration processes. In his article, Sheriff highlights his extensive experience in both media and development, particularly as the Director of Youth in Action for Development (YAD). His aim is to clarify the processes governing NGO registration and renewals in Sierra…

The Senate has approved a bill establishing a legal framework for the Yusuf Maitama Sule Federal University of Education in Kano State. The legislation, put forward by Deputy Senate President Barau I. Jibrin, passed during a session led by Senate President Godswill Akpabio. The bill aims to ensure the effective management and administration of the university. In September 2024, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu approved the conversion of the Federal Colleges of Education in Kano and Zaria into federal universities, followed by the institution’s renaming in May 2025 at Barau’s request. Addressing the Senate, Barau emphasised the importance of the legislation…

Tens of thousands of people rallied across France on Tuesday in support of high school students protesting for better school conditions, presenting a significant challenge to President Emmanuel Macron as his presidency approaches its end. The interior ministry reported approximately 161,500 participants, more than double the 71,500 counted during last week’s demonstrations. Union organisers estimated the total turnout nationwide at 480,000. These protests come just six months before France elects Macron’s successor, as public discontent rises over increasing living costs and the government’s budgetary difficulties. A national demonstration against the cost of living is planned for Saturday, with student groups…

Joseph Kamara Released from Jail as Supreme Court Proceedings Resume Sierra Leone’s Supreme Court in Freetown has resumed its proceedings regarding a controversial parliamentary vote that affects constitutional amendments. Government lawyers and representatives from the opposition All Peoples’ Congress Party (APC) are presenting their arguments following a recent decision by the Speaker of Parliament. Former Attorney General Joseph Fitzgerald Kamara, who is serving as senior counsel for the APC, was released from jail this morning after being arrested last week during court sessions at the directive of Chief Justice Komba Kamanda. The arrest followed a heated exchange between Kamara and…

The Senator Sharafadeen Alli Campaign Organisation of the All Progressives Congress in Oyo State has raised alarm over a diphtheria outbreak affecting several local government areas, with reported cases and fatalities among children. The 16 affected areas include Atisbo, Ibadan North-West, Oyo West, Akinyele, Saki, Egbeda, Oriire, Ibadan North, Ibadan South-West, Iwajowa, Ona-Ara, Atiba, Lagelu, Ogbomosho North, Surulere, and Oluyole. This was detailed in a statement from the organisation’s Director of Media and Publicity, Bisi Oladele, in Ibadan. Oladele stated, “The reported outbreak, particularly concerning children, should be a wake-up call for Oyo. Every child deserves protection against vaccine-preventable diseases,…

The White House has requested Kimberly Guilfoyle, the US ambassador to Greece, to resign, new Press Secretary Katie Zacharia confirmed on Tuesday. During her first press briefing since succeeding Karoline Leavitt, Zacharia described Guilfoyle as “an incredible asset to the team” and wished her well, but did not specify whether she had officially stepped down. Guilfoyle’s position became difficult after the Wall Street Journal published a report detailing her alleged threats against Greece, acceptance of improper gifts, and text messages revealing her attempts to solicit money from a Republican donor in exchange for influence that she could not provide with…

La Sierra Leone serait devenue un quasi narco-État, sous l’emprise de Jos Leijdekkers, un trafiquant néerlandais qui fait désormais partie de la famille du président Julius Maada Bio. “Les bonnes années, la drogue rapporte jusqu’à 2 milliards de dollars, soit plus du quart du PIB de la Sierra Leone. Avec une telle somme, on peut acheter tout le monde, ou presque” explique François Soudan, directeur de la rédaction, au micro de Catherine Potet, dans “La Semaine de Jeune Afrique” sur RFI. #drogue #cocaine #sierraleone #freetown #mafia Abonnez-vous à Jeune Afrique : https://www.jeuneafrique.com/ Et à notre chaîne YouTube : https://www.youtube.com/@jeuneafriquewebtv/videos 📲…

Leone Rock Metal Group (LRMG) has pledged NLe 4,127,994 (about US$185,000) for the 2026/2027 Sierra Leone Premier League season, reinforcing its commitment to national development through sports. The sponsorship was formalised in a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) signed on 8 October 2026 at a ceremony in the Bintumani Conference Complex, Freetown, attended by government officials, football leaders, and corporate representatives. This marks the fourth consecutive year that LRMG has been the Title Sponsor, with this year’s contribution surpassing last season’s NLe 4,066,164. In a keynote speech, LRMG’s Chief Technical Officer, Salim Sillah, highlighted the sponsorship as the company’s largest contribution…