Nigeria has brought in hundreds of mercenaries from South Africa and the former Soviet Union to give its offensive against Boko Haram a shot in the arm before a March 28 election, according to regional security, defence and diplomatic sources. JOHANNESBURG/DAKAR: Nigeria has brought in hundreds of mercenaries from South Africa and the former Soviet Union to give its offensive … [Read more...] about Nigeria drafts in foreign mercenaries to take on Boko Haram
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How 2 Steal 2 Million Named Africa’s Best Film
South African Charlie Vundla scooped Best Director and his debut, film noir thriller How 2 Steal 2 Million, was named Best Film at the eight Africa Movie Academy Awards (AMAA), held last night, 22 April 2012, at The Expo Centre, Eko Hotel & Suite in Lagos, Nigeria. South African actress Terry Pheto was named Best Supporting Actress for her role in the film, which also won … [Read more...] about How 2 Steal 2 Million Named Africa’s Best Film
Nigerian president calls for support to transform agenda
Abuja - Nigerian President Goodluck Jonathan has solicited the support of all citizens at home and in the diaspora in his agenda of transforming Nigeria in the next four years. Jonathan made the call on Saturday at the presidential inauguration banquet held at the banquet hall of the presidential villa, Abuja. The president said the task of nation building could only be … [Read more...] about Nigerian president calls for support to transform agenda
South Africa congratulates Goodluck Jonathan
Pretoria -The South African government has congratulated and conveyed its well wishes to newly re-elected Nigerian President Goodluck Jonathan. In separate statements, both Cabinet and the Department of International Relations reiterated SA's wish to strengthen its ties with Jonathan's government. "The South African government wishes to reaffirm its desire to further … [Read more...] about South Africa congratulates Goodluck Jonathan
