Read more about the article France reports first human Shamonda virus case after patient dies
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France reports first human Shamonda virus case after patient dies

The patient was severely immunocompromised, while investigations continue into the infection and the circumstances surrounding the death. Authorities say no risk to the general public has been identified. French health…

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Read more about the article Mexico approves Reno Omokri as Nigeria’s ambassador after delay
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Mexico approves Reno Omokri as Nigeria’s ambassador after delay

The diplomatic clearance ends months of uncertainty over his posting, with Omokri also accredited to Guatemala, Honduras and Nicaragua. The Mexican government has formally approved Reno Omokri’s appointment as Nigeria’s…

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Read more about the article DHS names 24 Nigerians arrested in ICE crackdown over alleged fraud, laundering
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DHS names 24 Nigerians arrested in ICE crackdown over alleged fraud, laundering

DHS calls them “the worst of the worst”, but its list does not say whether they have been charged or convicted, as the US pursues mass deportations The United States…

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Read more about the article African Union launches credit rating agency after years of advocacy
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African Union launches credit rating agency after years of advocacy

The new agency will assess African governments, businesses and institutions using data and expertise rooted in the continent’s economic realities. The African Union has officially launched the Africa Credit Rating…

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Read more about the article Three more Nigerians die in South Africa as probe intensifies
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Three more Nigerians die in South Africa as probe intensifies

The deaths occurred in separate incidents between September 18 and 21 as Nigeria renews calls for investigations into violence involving its citizens. The Nigerian Consulate-General in Johannesburg has called on…

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