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This year’s initiative emphasizes educating businesses on data collection best practices that respect data privacy and promoting transparency. [HOUSTON TEXAS USA] January 19, 2024 — Excel Global Media Group Inc. today announced its commitment to Data Privacy Week 2024 by registering as a Champion. As a Champion, Excel Global Media Group Inc. recognizes and supports…
How to Protect Yourself Against These Six Common Scams By Kimma Wreh During holidays and special occasions (i.e. birthdays, graduations, weddings, etc.), it’s normal to be a bit more lavish with spending. With temptations around every corner, in fact it is hard not to be. Scammers know this and will use it against unsuspecting victims…
In an interconnected world where influence knows no boundaries, a quintet of remarkable Africans has ascended to the forefront, steering some of the most influential and transformative organizations across the globe. Their journeys have been etched with unwavering excellence, propelling them to the pinnacle of their respective careers. It is vital to recognize that these…
The man responsible for the murder of South Africa’s former first lady, Marike de Klerk, is scheduled to be released on parole by the end of August. Luyanda Mboniswa, who carried out the crime at the age of 21, was employed as a security guard at the apartment complex where the former first lady lived….
Algeria has recently imposed a ban on the screening of the movie “Barbie,” which had been previously shown in certain cinemas across the country for a number of weeks. The ban was reported by the local news source 24H Algerie and was attributed to an official source. The rationale behind the ban was cited as…
The United States has imposed sanctions on Mali’s defense minister and two military officials, alleging their involvement in facilitating the expansion of the Russian mercenary group Wagner in the West African nation. On Monday, US Secretary of State Antony Blinken revealed that the sanctions were directed at Colonel Sadio Camara, the Malian Defense Minister, Colonel…
The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has issued a stern warning that military intervention in junta-ruled Niger is being considered as “the last resort.” In response to the recent coup, ECOWAS leaders have given the putschists an ultimatum to reinstate President Mohamed Bazoum, who was detained during the coup. Nigeria, as the current…
The Independent National Electoral Commission has opened and closed defences in the petition by Peter Obi against the outcome of the February 25 General election. This action was taken during the court proceeding on Tuesday, July 6, by the counsel for INEC, A.B Mahmoud, SAN, in Abuja. The court proceeding was led by a five-man…
Investigation: Baba Aisha cautions Abuja’s residents to use hospital, introduces his deadly cheap concoction In Abuja, Nigeria’s Federal Capital Territory, many residents consume ‘Baba Aisha Herbal Medicine’, a low-end herbal product that sells for just N100 and is touted to cure common diseases. In this five-month-long investigation, Kemi Busari scientifically probes the content of the…
Popular American Rapper Kanye West and his new wife Bianca Censori caught a lot of attention on the internet on Monday, as their Sunday outfit picture surfaced online. The outfit which many described as bizarre was posted online early Monday morning. They were seen heading to A church in Los Angeles in the United state…