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Les Forces de défense camerounaise appuyées par les Forces multinationales mixtes ont repoussé une attaque à l’aube du jeudi 19 décembre 2024. Des éléments de Boko Haram en collaboration des éléments du groupe Etat islamique ont pris d’assaut la localité de Darak dans le département du Logone et Chari, région de l’Extrême-Nord. Selon des sources sécuritaires, les assaillants ont attaqué de toutes parts. Mais la riposte énergique et coordonnée des éléments de l’Armée camerounaise appuyés par les Forces multinationales mixtes (FMM) ont infligé une cuisante défaite à l’ennemi. Sur le champ des affrontements, six éléments de Boko Haram ont perdu la vie. D’autres, blessés, ont tenté de s’enfuir. Mais une embuscade tendue par les militaires dans le village Mazogo a conduit à la neutralisation de quatre autres djihadistes, portant le total à 10 assaillants neutralisés. Les Forces de défense ont aussi récupéré des provisions portées par des terroristes. L’attaque a...

Former presidential candidate Peter Obi has expressed deep sorrow over the tragic incidents resulting from the distribution of palliatives, describing them as a reflection of the severe hunger and poverty plaguing the nation. In a statement on Sunday via X, Obi extended his condolences to the families, communities, and states affected by the loss of lives during the distribution of relief materials. “While still in mourning mood over the precious lives lost due to tragic incidents stemming from the distribution of palliatives, I am deeply pained that such occurrences are a reflection of the severe hunger and poverty currently ravaging our nation,” he said. Obi also addressed the recent arrest of the organisers of a palliative distribution program in Oyo State, which was led by the former wife of the Ooni of Ife. He urged the government to reconsider its action, emphasising that acts of goodwill should not be criminalised....

Tyson Fury has been told the “only fight” left for him after his unanimous points decision defeat in a world heavyweight boxing title bout with champion Oleksandr Usyk is an all-British clash against Anthony Joshua. Fury, like Joshua a former world heavyweight champion, was beaten on all three judges’ scorecards by 116-112 at the end of his second consecutive defeat by Usyk, the WBA, WBC and WBO title-holder.The 36-year-old Fury refused to say if he would fight on following Saturday’s loss in Riyadh, saying “who knows?” when asked if he would extend his career. But Eddie Hearn, Joshua’s promoter, believes a ‘Battle of Britain’ clash at Wembley could still be a sell-out fight even though his fighter is also coming off a loss — Joshua was knocked out by IBF champion Daniel Dubois in October. “The reality is there’s only one fight for Tyson Fury and that’s Anthony Joshua....

If you’re an aspiring entrepreneur, be prepared for failure, but always keep your eyes on success. Leone Nabaraki from Nasigatoka Village in Rewa is a shining example of “make it till you break it”. Today, he operates a thriving riverside cafe at Nasali Landing which also serves as a second-hand clothing outlet, as well as caters for the water taxi operators by being a one-stop shop for fuel. While it hasn’t been smooth sailing for the Rewa man, he is certainly not one to give up. With a supportive wife and children by his side, Leone emphasised that only through focus, discipline, and time management he is where he is today. He finished off high school at Davuilevu’s Lelean Memorial School and settled down shortly after with his wife in 2005. It was at this point that as a couple, they began to plan about setting up a business venture...

A bird carries a dead rat. SPREP/24122031 In a monumental stride in conservation for the Cook Islands, Takutea Island is on its path to becoming rat-free. This significant initiative, a collaborative effort led by the Te Ipukarea Society and Takutea Trust, with support from PRISMSS Predator Free Pacific Technical Leads, Island Conservation, BirdLife International, and the Secretariat of the Pacific Regional Environment Programme (SPREP) through its Pacific Regional Invasive Species Management Support Service (PRISMSS) programme, demonstrates a commitment to protecting the island’s unique ecosystem. This restoration project is crucial for both native wildlife and local communities, according to SPREP. The project is also supported by the Cook Islands Voyaging Society, with funding supported through the Restoring Island Resilience (RIR) Project, funded by New Zealand’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade (MFAT) and Global Environment Facility (GEF) Small Grants Programme. Volunteers carrying out the rat eradication project on Takutea...

THE Government for National Unity and Transformation (GNUT) failed to secure the required majority of 37 votes to ensure the passage of the Constitution (Amendment) (Constituent Assembly Sitting) Bill on Thursday. A total of 31 MPs voted for the bill, two abstained from voting, two opposed it and 14 MPs did not attend Parliament to vote. The vote on the bill followed the conclusion of the Second Reading by Prime Minister Jeremiah Manele. Despite Parliament not having the required number of MPs in the chamber to vote and pass the bill, Speaker Patterson Oti allowed the vote to proceed. Deputy Prime Minister Bradley Tovosia expressed his disappointment, calling the outcome a sad moment in the nation’s history. He criticized the absence of support from MPs across the chamber, accusing them of prioritising personal interests over constitutional progress. “These leaders claim to be transparent and honest but have denied the Constitution....

The number of people who died in stampedes at two charity events in Nigeria has increased from 13 to 32, police said on Sunday. At least 22 people were killed when they rushed to collect donations, including rice and vegetable oil and money, at an event in the southeastern Anambra state’s Okija town on Saturday. Another ten people, including four children, were crushed to death at a church-organized event in the capital, Abuja, where free food was being distributed. Police said they were investigating the two incidents, which came days after another stampede killed 35 children at a school fair in the southwestern city of Ibadan. President Bola urges stricter control measures The stampedes prompted President Bola Tinubu to call for authorities to enforce strict safety measures at such events. Africa’s most populous country sees more groups and churches organizing charity events to help those struggling with the rising cost of...