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Sudan Commits To Enhanced Military And Economic Cooperation With Russia

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1 year ago

June 8, 2024

Sudanese Deputy Head of the Transitional Sovereign Council, Malik Agar, met with Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov on Friday, emphasizing Sudan’s intention to strengthen military and economic ties with Russia.

The meeting, held during the 27th International Economic Forum in St. Petersburg, underscored Sudan’s commitment to activating joint committees and agreements, including a bilateral military committee.

Agar, who arrived in St. Petersburg on June 3rd, expressed Sudan’s interest in deepening relations with Russia across various sectors, focusing on strategic, political, and economic collaboration.

He updated Lavrov on the current situation in Sudan, including military operations and the government’s plans for stabilization and peace.

Sudan hopes for Russia’s support in its reconstruction efforts, with the forum serving as a platform for economic opportunities.

Despite past pressure from Saudi Arabia to prevent this agreement, the conflict with the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) has led the Sudanese army to reconsider, indicating openness to similar bases from other countries.

The ongoing conflict in Sudan and international dynamics continue to shape the nation’s foreign policy and strategic decisions, as it navigates its partnerships and regional interests.

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SAD :Baby Kpai in Ghastly Road Crash at Isiala Ngwa – Ntigha Junction in Abia

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2 days ago

August 6, 2025

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An 18-seater bus travelling from Ebonyi State to Aba was yesterday involved in the crash.

Sadly, a baby kpai on the spot due to a severe head injury, while several other passengers were left in critical condition.

All victims have been rushed to the hospital for emergency medical attention

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L-PRES warns of public health risks from unhygienic abattoirs in Taraba

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August 6, 2025

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The Livestock Productivity and Resilience Support, L-PRES, Project has expressed concern over the growing public health risks posed by unhygienic slaughterhouses and inadequate meat inspection practices across Taraba State.

Speaking on Tuesday in Jalingo during a capacity-building workshop for meat inspectors and abattoir managers, the State Coordinator of the World Bank-supported project, Hananiah Albert, emphasized the urgent need to uphold hygiene standards in the meat processing chain to prevent the spread of zoonotic diseases.

“The safety and quality of the meat we consume depend heavily on what happens before, during, and after slaughter.

“This is why meat inspection must be taken seriously, and abattoirs properly managed in line with national and international best practices to curb diseases such as tuberculosis, anthrax, and brucellosis”, Albert said.

He stressed that meat inspection and abattoir management were not merely technical tasks but essential pillars of food safety, disease control, and public health protection.

Albert lauded the Taraba State Government’s ongoing livestock reforms and explained that the training was designed to equip participants with standardized hygiene protocols and modern techniques for safer meat handling and processing.

“This training is a deliberate effort to empower frontline meat inspectors, veterinary officers, and abattoir workers with up-to-date knowledge to ensure uniformity, efficiency, and safety across abattoirs,” he stated.

Also speaking, the State Commissioner for Agriculture and Food Security, Professor Nicholas Namessan, reaffirmed the government’s commitment to food safety and livestock development.

He noted that meat is one of the most widely consumed animal products in the state and that growing demand comes with added responsibilities.

“With our growing population and increasing urbanization, meat consumption is on the rise. But this also means we have a greater responsibility to ensure that what our people consume is hygienic, wholesome, and disease-free,” he said

Namessan urged participants to take the training seriously, describing them as key actors in promoting safe livestock consumption and public health.

He also reiterated the state government’s determination to expand the livestock value chain and strengthen its collaboration with L-PRES.

The exercise, which took place at Galaxy Spot, brought together meat inspectors and abattoir managers from all 16 local government areas of the state.

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Benue: Police officer, eight others killed in fresh attacks by suspected terrorists

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2 days ago

August 5, 2025

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At least nine people, including a police officer, have been murdered in a series of attacks by suspected armed men on communities in Agatu Local Government Area of Benue State.

The attacks began last Friday and continued until Tuesday, hitting several villages such as Okwutanobe, Okpokpolo, Olegagbani, and Ikpele.

Residents say the attackers usually cross over from neighbouring Kogi State, carry out the attacks, and then flee back across the border.

A resident of Agatu, who gave his name as Odeny, told reporters that:

“The attacks started last Friday at Okwutanobe, where two people were killed. On Saturday they attacked Okpokpolo and killed one person.

“Yesterday, Monday, the armed herders invaded Olegagbani, where they killed one person. Today, Tuesday, the same armed herders attacked Ikpele, where they killed one police officer and four people.”

The Chairman of Agatu Local Government, James Melvin, confirmed the attacks and the number of casualties.

He said, “It’s true, I can confirm to you that four people were killed in Okwutanobe, Okpokpolo and Olegagbani, while five people, including a police officer, were killed in Ikpele today.”

Melvin believes the violence may be a form of revenge after recent complaints by the Miyetti Allah Cattle Breeders Association of Nigeria (MACBAN) about stolen cattle in the area.

“We totally condemn these attacks, and I think it was a reprisal for their earlier report of cattle rustling in Agatu communities,” he said.

“We are appealing to them to give the government time to investigate the alleged rustling instead of taking the law into their own hands.”

The council boss praised the efforts of security personnel but pointed out that poor road conditions are making their work more difficult.