Ahmed Idris in the news: Nigeria’s former Accountant-General, linked to scrutiny over state funds. Born 1960, served as AGF from 2015 after Otunla.
Heavy rains have triggered flash floods across Kenya, including Nairobi, with at least 42 deaths reported and emergency responders continuing search and rescue. The government is coordinating relief as flights are disrupted and infrastructure is damaged; authorities warn that the situation is likely to deteriorate as more rain is forecast.