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Sumner Shagari Sambo
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Editor and News Director, Abuja, Arise News
Abuja
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I cover politics, investigative, human interest, and tech news.
health care, women's issues
Content
By Sumner Shagari Sambo Verified| newscentral.africa@ After weeks of review and consultation, the Bureau of Board of Governors of the African Development Bank Group has bowed to US pressure and approved an independent investigation of the allegations against the President of the Bank, Akinwumi Adesina.
By Sumner Shagari Sambo Verified| newscentral.africa@ The police in Senegal have arrested more than 70 people for protesting against nighttime coronavirus curfew by the authorities in several cities across the West African country. The protests over the 9pm and 5am curfew started on Tuesday and continued into the night, their severity prompting an appeal for calm by a major Muslim leader.
By Sumner Shagari Sambo Verified| newscentral.africa@ A Paris appeals court ruled Wednesday that Rwandan genocide suspect Felicien Kabuga, arrested in France after evading police in several countries for 25 years, should be handed over to a UN tribunal in Tanzania to stand trial. Accused of financing the 1994 genocide of some 800,000 people, Kabuga had asked for a trial in France, citing frail health and claiming the United Nations court in Africa would be biased against him, and possibly hand him over to Rwandan authorities.
Company Info
Arise News
ARISE News is a global news channel that focuses on African news and events. Launched in 2013 by Nigerian businessman Nduka Obaigbena, it operates as a 24-hour international news service. The channel has studios in major cities like New York City, London, Johannesburg, Abuja, and Lagos, along with bureaus in locations such as Beijing and Rio de Janeiro. ARISE News provides comprehensive coverage of global news, emphasizing African stories across various topics, including politics, education, health, and criminal justice. The channel is dedicated to highlighting positive narratives about Africa, aiming to present a balanced view of the continent. With its international reach, ARISE News caters to a diverse audience interested in global news, particularly those focused on African affairs. Additionally, ARISE Media operates ARISE 360, an entertainment channel that features content related to fashion, music, sports, and films.
Founded: 2012