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Saudi Arabia Refuses Entry for 177 Nigerian Pilgrims

Saudi Arabia has revoked the visas of 264 passengers who arrived in Jeddah from Nigeria on an Air Peace flight, as reported by Daily Trust. The passengers, primarily in Saudi Arabia for Lesser Hajj, experienced visa cancellations upon landing at King Abdul-Aziz International Airport. The reason for the denial of entry remains unclear.
The flight, originating from Murtala Muhammed International Airport, Lagos, via Mallam Aminu Kano International Airport, Kano, landed in Jeddah on Sunday night. According to Daily Trust, airline staff were taken aback when Saudi authorities announced the cancellation of all passengers’ visas.
The incident comes just one week after Air Peace initiated direct flights to Saudi Arabia. A source familiar with the situation told Daily Trust, “The screening of passengers from the MMIA and Kano Airport was thorough, and there was no issue with the visas. These were people who were duly issued the visa and they passed through the advanced passenger information system, which is accessible to both authorities in Lagos and Jeddah.”
The source expressed suspicion that the visa cancellations might be a deliberate attempt to undermine Air Peace’s presence on the route. “We are suspecting this is a strategy to frustrate the Nigerian carrier out of the route; some people are definitely not happy with the option Air Peace is providing, the direct flight to Jeddah as against using another foreign airline which attracts higher fares.”
Passengers had undergone Advanced Passenger Information System (APIS) checks during check-in in Nigeria, monitored by Saudi authorities. The Nigerian embassy intervened, resulting in Saudi authorities reducing the number of passengers to be returned from 264 to 177.
Before Air Peace introduced direct flights, Saudia, a Saudi Arabian flag carrier, operated direct flights from Nigeria to Saudi Arabia. This incident coincides with President Bola Tinubu’s presence in Saudi Arabia for the Saudi-Africa summit in Riyadh. President Tinubu aims to strengthen economic ties and attract foreign direct investment to Nigeria. During the summit, he emphasized the longstanding special relationship between Nigeria and Saudi Arabia at both bilateral and multilateral levels.
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Spurs Come from Behind Twice Secure 3-3 Draw Against City

Tottenham Hotspur came from behind to snatch a late point in a 3-3 draw against Manchester City. The visitors initially took the lead six minutes into the game, with Son Heung-min finishing off a counter-attack. However, the Spurs captain quickly turned scorer turned into conceding an own goal just three minutes later, levelling the scores.
City then seized the lead for the first time with Phil Foden’s clinical finish after the half-hour mark, capitalising on a fluid team move. Doku and Alvarez added to the excitement by striking the woodwork, adding to the drama. Giovani Lo Celso brought Spurs back into contention with a delightful curled shot that eluded Ederson. Nevertheless, City reclaimed the lead as Jack Grealish tapped them in front. Spurs had the last say in the 90th minute when Dejan Kulusevski looped in a headed equalizer.
Tempers flared in the late stages, especially when City felt aggrieved after Grealish was denied a potential winning goal. In the end, neither team could find the decisive winner.
The draw marks the first time since Pep Guardiola’s inaugural season in charge that they have drawn three consecutive English Premier League games, leaving them in the third position in the table. Their next challenge awaits as they travel to face Aston Villa on Wednesday.
For Tottenham, the result brings an end to a run of three successive defeats in the Premier League, securing their first point since a 2-1 victory over Crystal Palace in October 2023. Impressively, Spurs have lost just one of their last five league encounters against reigning champions, highlighting their ability to compete at the top level. Despite the positive outcome, they maintain their fifth position in the league standings.
Arsenal remains two points clear at the top of the English Premier League table after their 2-1 victory yesterday against Aston Villa.
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Yaoundé : un jeune empoisonné après l’obtention de son visa pour le Canada

Selon plusieurs sources, Yannick Bekemen aurait été empoisonné par un de ses collègues qui lui aurait servi un mets jeudi dernier dans leur lieu de service.
L’affaire donne des frissons. Selon plusieurs sources, le jeune Yannick Bekemen employé dans la société INTERTIS à Bastos, quartier huppé de la capitale est mort après avoir été empoisonné par un de ses collègues. Les faits se déroulent jeudi dernier. Selon nos sources, Yannick Bekemen aurait annoncé la veille à ses collègues qu’il a obtenu son visa pour le Canada. C’est ainsi qu’arrivé au lieu de travail le lendemain, c’est-à-dire jeudi, « un de ses collègues le nommé MOSES a apporté un thermos contenant l’Okok avec du manioc proposant de manger ce mets entre collègues. Mets qu’il avait commandé au restaurant de leur lieu de service », raconte un proche de la victime.
De retour chez lui à 19h Yannick se sent mal et son cas s’aggrave à 3 h du matin: vomissements et diarrhées. Voyant son cas s’aggraver, Yannick aurait selon ses proches déclaré de vive voix que: « Ekié c’est toujours pour le voyage ci qu’on veut me finir ? »
Mais au petit matin, la situation s’est aggravé, conduit de toute urgence à l’hôpital JAMOT, le pauvre ne va succomber à sa maladie.
Plusieurs jeunes ont été empoisonné au Cameroun dans des circonstances troubles. En septembre dernier, Larissa, une jeune mariée, avait été empoisonné lors de son propre mariage.
Selon nos sources fiables chez Culture Ébène, elle avait perdu sa vie après avoir consommé un simple verre de jus. Louis, son époux fraîchement marié, de nationalité française, est subitement devenu veuf quelques minutes après avoir prononcé ses vœux.
Le Cameroun a été témoin de plusieurs cas d’empoisonnement ces dernières années, motivés par la jalousie ou la vengeance. En 2022, une autre histoire a bouleversé le cœur des Camerounais. Au quartier MVOG – BETI de Yaoundé, une jeune femme a été empoisonnée par sa propre amie après avoir partagé un repas traditionnel. Le plat, le fameux « mbongo tchobi », une délicatesse bassa, est devenu la scène d’un drame inattendu. L’empoisonneuse présumée, ayant laissé derrière elle des indices révélateurs, fut rapidement appréhendée par les forces de l’ordre.
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Cameroonian Artist Kameni Makes Paris Debut, Promoting Cultural Unity

Tonight, Cameroon’s flag will proudly fly in Paris, thanks to the musical artistry of Kameni, the renowned Cameroonian singer-songwriter. Taking center stage at the “Les étoiles théâtre,” Kameni is set to deliver her inaugural concert on French soil. The Afrobeat sensation, famed for her 2019 hit single “Nayo Nayo,” will be joined by fellow artists Giffto le Russe, DJ Karri, and DEIDO MBIMBEY, who will kick off the show.
This Parisian debut for Kameni is orchestrated by Mastatik Records, led by founder Yannick Marandat, who exudes confidence in the concert’s success. Marandat states, “Kameni is a fantastic artist with a unique voice and style. I’m sure that the Parisian audience will be blown away by her performance.”
Kameni’s musical signature encompasses a fusion of traditional Cameroonian rhythms and contemporary Afrobeat sounds. Her poignant lyrics often delve into themes of love, loss, and societal matters. Praised for her powerful vocals and an uncanny ability to connect with her audience, Kameni stands out in the global music scene.
Unlike the usual controversies that arise in Cameroon when foreign artists perform, Kameni’s Paris concert has faced no opposition from French artists. This event is poised to be a remarkable occasion, offering Kameni the platform to introduce her music to a new audience and promote Cameroonian culture. It serves as a poignant reminder of music’s profound ability to unite individuals from diverse backgrounds.
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