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BAIDOA, Somalia — Aden Madobe, Speaker of Somalia’s House of the People, landed in Baidoa on Sunday, setting the stage for a closely watched push to capture the South West State presidency, with what is widely seen as support from Villa Somalia. Madobe, a seasoned politician and senior member of the Justice and Social Partnership (JSP) party, was greeted by local officials in the heavily secured regional capital. Although he has not publicly announced his candidacy, his arrival is being read by political observers as a clear…

By  JAMES ROBSONMonday April 13, 2026 Manchester City delivered a forceful message in the Premier League title race on Sunday, sweeping past Chelsea 3-0 to tighten the pressure on Arsenal. Pep Guardiola’s side climbed to within six points of the leaders before next weekend’s top-of-the-table meeting between the two clubs, and City still have a game in hand. Nico O’Reilly, Marc Guehi and Jeremy Doku struck in a dominant second-half display at Stamford Bridge, with City capitalizing fully on Arsenal’s surprise loss to…

Sunday April 12, 2026 Arsenal's Viktor Gyokeres (R) celebrates scoring with Martin Zubimendi during the English Premier League match between Arsenal and Bournemouth in London, Britain, April 11, 2026. (Xinhua) Arsenal’s Premier League title challenge took a damaging blow on Saturday as Bournemouth arrived in north London and left with a 2-1 victory, extending their unbeaten run to 12 matches in the top flight. The defeat leaves Arsenal nine points clear of Manchester City, though Pep Guardiola’s side still has two games in…

As Nigeria gears up for the crucial 2027 presidential election, the political landscape is becoming increasingly dynamic, with key figures emerging to challenge the incumbent, President Bola Tinubu. Among these potential contenders is Dr. Gbenga Hashim, a businessman and activist whose profile is rising sharply. In a recent article for AllAfrica, Chief Paschal Mbawuike lauds Hashim as "the best new hope" for Nigeria’s leadership. Mbawuike acknowledges that while Hashim may not yet wield the same political power as the…

Arsenal tightened its hold on the Premier League title race as 16-year-old Max Dowman came off the bench to become the competition’s youngest scorer, capping a 2-0 win over Everton that was followed by Manchester City dropping points at West Ham. The results extended Arsenal’s lead to nine points on a day that could prove pivotal in the run-in. Arsenal 2, Everton 0 — Viktor Gyokeres 86’, Max Dowman 90+7’ West Ham 1, Manchester City 1 — Bernardo Silva 31’, Konstantinos Mavropanos 35’ Chelsea 0, Newcastle 1 — Anthony Gordon…

Premier League title race tilts Arsenal’s way as Manchester City draw with Nottingham Forest; Newcastle halts Manchester United’s run; João Pedro hat trick powers Chelsea; West Ham takes vital derby win. Arsenal opened a seven-point cushion over Manchester City at the top of the Premier League after a scrappy 1-0 win at Brighton, capitalizing on City’s 2-2 home draw with struggling Nottingham Forest. The Gunners have played one game more, but Wednesday’s swing tightens their grip on a title fight defined by thin margins. At…

Macky Sall Nominated by Burundi for UN Secretary-General Position Former Senegalese President Macky Sall has received a formal nomination from Burundi to succeed UN Secretary-General António Guterres, whose term is set to conclude in 2026. This nomination comes at a time when the composition of the UN Security Council is particularly favorable for Sall, as it currently includes three African nations: the Democratic Republic of Congo, Liberia, and Somalia. Supporters of Sall have highlighted his commitment to advocacy…

Tottenham’s stirring fightback — lit by a scorpion-kick equalizer from Dominik Solanke — dented Manchester City’s chase and handed Arsenal clear daylight in the Premier League title race on Sunday. Solanke scored twice in the second half to rescue a 2-2 draw for Spurs after City had cruised to a 2-0 halftime lead. The point leaves Arsenal six clear at the top with 14 games left, a cushion that widened as Aston Villa lost at home to 10-man Brentford. It was a wild, consequential day across the league, shaped by late drama,…

Premier League: Cunha’s late stunner lifts Manchester United over Arsenal 3-2, jolting title race Matheus Cunha smashed the Premier League title race wide open with an 87th-minute winner as Manchester United stunned Arsenal 3-2 on Sunday, a statement victory that capped Michael Carrick’s perfect start and tightened pressure at the top. The Brazil forward curled a long-range strike beyond David Raya at the Emirates Stadium to decide a thriller that leaves Arsenal just four points clear of Manchester City and Aston Villa, with…

At least 6 missing after Mount Maunganui landslide hits New Zealand campsite; urgent search continues TAURANGA, New Zealand — Rescuers are digging through deep mud for at least six missing people after a landslide from Mount Maunganui, an extinct volcano, ploughed into a crowded campsite in northern New Zealand, destroying caravans, camper vans and a shower block. Police said a 15-year-old is the youngest person unaccounted for after the slide struck following heavy rain that drenched a large swath of the North Island.…