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UN adopts African proposal for new world map showing countries’ true sizes. The United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) has adopted an African proposal for a new world map which shows countries’ true sizes relative to one another. The resolution, passed on Friday, seeks to give an “equitable” representation of the world’s regions, particularly Africa. According to the resolution, the distortions in the current world map have resulted in the continent’s “symbolic minimization” in people’s collective imagination. The resolution was adopted with 164 countries voting in favour, six abstaining, and only the United States voting against it. The countries that abstained were Ukraine, Estonia, Lithuania, Georgia, Moldova, and Serbia. At present, many of the world’s maps are based on the Mercator projection, created by European cartographer Gerardus Mercator in 1569 to aid navigation at sea. Mercator initially made globes before transferring his map from a three-dimensional curved surface to a f...

APC senator who issued ‘kill Accord members’ threat congratulates Adeleke on re-election Francis Fadahunsi, senator representing Osun east, has congratulated Ademola Adeleke, governor of Osun, on his victory in the August 15 governorship election. In a statement  published  on his Facebook page on Friday, Fadahunsi sought Adeleke’s partnership for the peace and progress of the state. The senator prayed that Adeleke would build on the achievements of his first term in office and deliver more dividends of democracy. “Permit me to use this medium formally, on behalf of myself, political family, associates, and the good people of Osun East Senatorial District heartily congratulate Your Excellency, Distinguished Senator Ademola Nurudeen Jackson Adeleke, on your well-deserved re-election as Governor of Osun State,” the statement reads. Visit:  https://www.thecable.ng/apc-senator-who-issued-kill-accord-members-threat-congratulates-adeleke-on-re-election/  to read more....

Atiku: Tinubu’s policies have left youths selling organs instead of innovation Atiku Abubakar, presidential candidate of the  African Democratic Congress (ADC), has alleged that economic hardship is driving youths to sell their organs to survive. Atiku made the  claim  in a statement posted on his X handle on Friday, while reacting to  reports  of a man who sold his kidney. “That should break the heart of a nation,” Atiku wrote. The former vice-president said the rising cost of food and other basic needs was making it increasingly difficult for Nigerians to live with dignity. “Young people should be selling dreams, ideas and innovation, not their body organs. Young Nigerians should be building careers, starting businesses, raising families and pursuing their dreams, not calculating how much parts of their bodies can fetch simply to stay alive,” Atiku said. “When young Nigerians begin to see their kidneys as emergency savings, we are no longer talking about ordin...

Low productivity, market gaps trap farmers in poverty — Experts Industry experts have said Nigerian farmers are trapped in poverty by low productivity and supply chain gaps that can cost smallholders up to 60 per cent of their produce. They spoke recently at the second edition of the Climate Smart Agriculture Dialogue Series organised by TransGreen Foundation, where they identified low yields, fragmented markets, inadequate financing, weak extension services and climate change as major constraints to agricultural development. Speaking during the webinar held under the theme, ‘Can Regenerative Agriculture Feed Africa?’ Country Director, Sasakawa Africa Association, Nigeria, Dr. Godwin Atser, said Nigeria’s agricultural productivity remained significantly below that of countries such as India, leaving Nigerian farmers with far lower incomes. He said: “Our farmers are trapped in poverty. And this is because if you look at the productivity compared to India across key crops, whether you ar...

Uber Exits Nigeria After 12 Years After 12 years of being part of everyday life for millions of Nigerians, Uber has officially announced that it is leaving the Nigerian market, effective September 2, 2026. Uber first launched in Lagos in 2014 and quickly became one of the most popular ride-hailing options in the country. According to the company, the decision to leave Nigeria comes after reviewing its business priorities and investment plans across Africa. Uber also clarified that its exit is not connected to the recent FAAN directive concerning e-hailing services at Nigerian airports. The departure will undoubtedly affect both riders and drivers who have relied on the platform over the years, while also marking a major moment for Nigeria’s growing ride-hailing industry. Uber’s Help Centre will remain available until September 23 to assist users with outstanding issues. For many Nigerians, Uber was more than just an app. It became a familiar part of getting around, especially in b...

  Messi Says Goodbye to Argentina: The End of an Incredible Era For football fans, this one hurts. Lionel Messi has officially announced his retirement from the Argentina national team, bringing an end to a remarkable international career that lasted more than 20 years. The announcement came on Monday, August 31, with Messi sharing an emotional message on social media. At 39, the Argentina captain has decided that it is finally time to close the chapter.  And honestly, what a journey it has been. Messi’s relationship with Argentina was never always smooth. There were years when fans questioned him, especially after painful defeats in major finals. He came close so many times, only to walk away heartbroken. But he never gave up. Eventually, everything changed. Messi finally lifted the Copa América and then achieved the dream every Argentine footballer grows up with — winning the World Cup. His triumph in Qatar in 2022 remains one of the most unforgettable moments in foo...