Anthony Ogunleye, Director of Press, Office of the Minister, said in a statement in Abuja on Friday that the appointment was with immediate effect. Ogunleye described Olayinka as a “seasoned media and communications professional”, with more than 20 years of experience in journalism, public relations, and media management. “His career …

By Weswa Ronnie   BUGISU   Coffee farmers from two districts of Bulambuli and Sironko in the Bugisu sub-region are counting losses after an attack by coffee leaf rust disease which has destroyed their coffee crops.   Coffee rust is a disease caused by a rust fungus, Hemileia vastatrix. It …

“I will plead with the Speaker that the solution lies in his bosom. He is an accomplished man on a powerful seat, and he is the third most powerful person in the country. The 8th Parliament has two months to rise, and every Parliament has a life,” Kufuor stated. He …

“The charges announced today expose Iran’s continued brazen attempts to target U.S. citizens, including President-elect Donald Trump,” said FBI Director Christopher Wray. During the FBI’s investigation into another case, a 51-year-old man from Iran with Afghan citizenship said that a few weeks before the U.S. presidential election, he had been …

By Our Reporter   NATIONAL   The Mityana Municipality Member of Parliament and a member of National Unity Platform (NUP) Party, Hon. Francis Zaake has taken legal action against his colleague, Akol Anthony (MP Kilak North) for physically assaulting him like, “a wild animal.”   The letter of intention to …

The MPs argue that the tax on gaming winnings only exacerbates financial hardships and limits economic choices for citizens, especially as they deal with the economic consequences of the Domestic Debt Exchange Programme (DDEP). “Considering the impact of the Domestic Debt Exchange Programme (DDEP) and the exacerbation of the twin …

A career of boundless opportunities In a time when the social media influencing business is booming, especially in Uganda, Ariana’s journey shows how lucrative and impactful this field can be for young influencers. In recent years, influencers in Uganda and across Africa have seen unprecedented opportunities. Brands increasingly look to …

The Speaker, Mr Mudashiru Obasa, presented the cheque to the victim’s parents in Lagos on Friday, which was also in celebration of Obasa’s birthday on Nov. 11. Obasa said the money was contributed by the members of the Lagos Assembly, as part of efforts to help the victim’s family mitigate …

People from this country are called Equatorial Guineans or Equatoguineans and its capital is Malabo. Here’s some pretty interesting facts about Equatorial Guinea 1. The only Spanish-speaking country in Africa Equatorial Guinea is the only African nation with Spanish as an official language. It gained independence from Spain on October …

The launch event showcased some of Uganda’s most prominent artists, among them Bebe Cool, Iryn Namubiru, Maro, Karole Kasita, The Mith, and Grenade, as well as a host of radio and TV personalities. Representing Swangz Avenue, standout artists such as Azawi, Vinka, Zafaran, Zagazillions, Elijah Kitaka, Winnie Nwagi, and Double …