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Armed bandits delivered the threat to leaders in Kebbi State's Ngaski area about a week ago, citing a past deadly raid when demands were ignored. Panic spread as some residents escaped to safer spots, while officials deployed security forces with air surveillance and vowed no compromises. The extortion fits attacks by Lakurawa militants, who just last week killed over 30 in nearby villages during cattle rustling.

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A letter arrived in Utouno village warning of death unless residents pay 100 million naira. Families fled, others pray through sleepless Ramadan nights.

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In a 15-minute pre-interview briefing, Veras presented graphic evidence of civilian suffering to highlight the human toll of the conflict in North and South Kivu, where M23 rebels—reportedly backed by Rwanda—control areas like Goma and recently clashed despite a ceasefire. Critics, including Rwanda-aligned voices, accused her of lobbying for the Congolese government, alleging unverified payments from President Tshisekedi and ignoring other atrocities like mass graves. Veras, a White House correspondent who has interviewed Tshisekedi, faces ongoing scrutiny but defends putting faces on the crisis that has displaced over 7 million.

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Journalist Hariana Veras sat down with U.S. Rep. Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick, sharing stark footage of sexual violence, killed children, and displaced families from eastern Congo's war zone.

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On February 14, militants from the al-Qaeda-linked JNIM group attacked Titao in northern Burkina Faso, killing seven male tomato traders from a group of 18 Ghanaians and injuring four others. The victims' bodies were buried locally after decomposing in the heat, with DNA samples taken for identification, while survivors received a military escort to safety. Vice President Bawumia offered condolences and called for better regional intelligence, as Ghana holds a security summit amid concerns over jihadist spillover threatening vital cross-border trade routes.

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Seven Ghanaian men traveling for cheaper tomatoes met a tragic end when jihadists stormed their town, separating men and women before opening fire.

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Michel Nkuka Mboladinga, the 50-something DR Congo superfan known as Lumumba, signed a 100 million Congolese franc deal (about $44,000 USD) to become the face of TECNO's CAMON 50 smartphone. His iconic motionless pose during the Leopards' AFCON 2025 games in Morocco made him a national hero and social media star, earning emotional fan farewells. At the signing, he grinned alongside cheering staff, holding the phone box, while most praised his principled rise—though a few questioned profiting from the independence leader's image. This follows his appointment as national sports brand ambassador, complete with a luxury SUV.

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Lumumba stood frozen with a raised fist through every tense match, channeling Patrice Lumumba's spirit—and now that dedication has led to a life-changing payday.

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The actress shares Manolo with her first husband Joe Gonzalez, whom she married as teens in Colombia; he's now an aspiring filmmaker in Los Angeles. Fans praised their close bond but the conversation shifted to her 2023 divorce from Joe Manganiello, who wanted kids while Vergara, feeling it unfair at her age, chose not to. She later confirmed dating businessman Douglas Chabbott, with supporters celebrating her as a thriving empty-nester.

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Sofia Vergara, 53, posed with her 34-year-old son Manolo, looking so youthful many mistook them for siblings. The photo quickly drew waves of admiration for her glow.

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Middlesbrough fans criticized Amad Diallo's poor performance on the right wing during the match against Everton and called for manager Michael Carrick to substitute or bench him in favor of Benjamin Sesko. They highlighted Sesko's recent form with five goals in his last six matches compared to Diallo's lack of goal involvements. Some fans suggested shifting Bryan Mbeumo to the right wing to accommodate Sesko up top.

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Noni Madueke, the 23-year-old Londoner Arsenal signed from Chelsea last July for £52m, has impressed with 2 goals and 1 assist in 17 Premier League starts this season, including 4 goal contributions in his last few games. The bold claim comparing him favorably to Mahrez—who boasts 82 Premier League goals, five titles, AFCON success, and a treble—drew fierce pushback from City and Leicester fans listing his honors. Chelsea supporters joined the banter, noting Madueke was theirs first, while Arsenal's side sees echoes of Mahrez's flair in his pace as they top the table chasing a quadruple.

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An Arsenal supporter posted side-by-side photos of Noni Madueke in Arsenal kit next to Riyad Mahrez in City blue, declaring 'Madueke >> Mahrez.' Replies erupted into a storm of rival loyalties and trophy tallies.

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