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Claims of mass resignation baseless, says Nigerian Army
The Nigerian Army has said recent media allegations of a large number of resignations from the army as a result of corruption, low morale, and inadequate care is baseless, describing the reports as false and an attempt to incite strife and damage the standing of the Nigerian Army and its soldiers. In a statement on it’s X handle, the Army…
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Northern group opposes Bwala’s possible appointment as Tinubu’s Spokesperson
Following the exit of Ajuri Ngelale as Presidential Spokesman, the rumours that Daniel Bwala may be named President Tinubu’s new spokesperson have been sharply criticised by the Nigeria Muslim League Group (NIMUL). The group’s spokesperson, Professor Mika’il Jibrin, stressed in a statement given to the media in Sokoto on Sunday that although President Tinubu is able to pick anyone, the…
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NNPCL, China’s (CMEC) to co-fund Gwagwalada Independent Power Plant (GIPP) Project
This week, in Beijing, China, the Nigeria National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC) and China Engineering & Machinery Corporation (CMEC), signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) for the co-funding of the Gwagwalada Independent Power Plant (GIPP) Phase-1 Project. NNPC Ltd.’s Executive Vice President, Gas Power & New Energy, Mr. Olalekan Ogunleye and Chairman of CMEC Nigeria, Mr. Zhang Daguang, signed the…
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The Olympics Analogy: Africa must embrace bold moves to achieve transformation at scale, by Elsie G Attafuah
“As the world cheered for the remarkable feats at the just ended 2024 Olympics, I was impressed by the extraordinary displays of human endurance, focus, and determination. The athletes on the global stage showcased a spirit that transcends sport: the relentless pursuit of excellence. This Olympic mindset serves as a powerful analogy for Africa’s quest for transformation. Just as Olympians…
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AU Mission in Somalia honours 160 Nigerian police officers
The African Union Transition Mission in Somalia (ATMIS) has honoured 160 Nigerian police officers in recognition of their exceptional work and support to the country’s peace and security. At a ceremony on Thursday in Mogadishu, ATMIS Police Commissioner CP Hillary Sao Kanu awarded African Union medals of distinction to the officers of the 12th contingent of the Nigeria Formed Police…
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How Nigerian care worker, Anu Okusanya died in Ireland
The circumstances surrounding the death of the Newry care home worker Anu Okusanya are deeply alarming, and impossible to separate from the wider upsurge in racist aggression over recent months. Ms Okusanya, who was aged 46 and originally from Nigeria, had suffered the traumatic experience of being targeted by a group of young thugs on at least two occasions. When…
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The devil and the deep blue sea, by Bolaji Adebiyi
Tinubu’s administration navigates a rock and a hard place over rising petrol prices, writes Bolaji Adebiyi It looks like the calm before the storm. Last Tuesday, the Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation Limited announced an increase in the pump price of petrol from N568 to N855 per litre in all its outlets in Lagos. It will cost N897 from N617 in…
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India considers cutting prices of petrol, diesel, India Today says
India is considering cutting the prices of petrol and diesel, broadcaster India Today TV said on Friday, citing sources. The finance ministry did not immediately respond to a request for comment on the report, Reuters said.
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Joining hands to advance modernization and build a community with a shared future, by President Xi Jinping
Chinese President Xi Jinping on Thursday delivered a keynote address at the opening ceremony of the 2024 Summit of the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation (FOCAC). The following is the full text of the address: Your Excellency President Bassirou Diomaye Faye, Your Excellency President Mohamed Ould Cheikh El Ghazouani, Chairperson of the African Union (AU), Your Excellencies Heads of State and…
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Putin says Russia will support Harris in US elections
Russian leader Vladimir Putin has said that his favourite candidate in the US election was incumbent President Joe Biden, but since he has withdrawn from the race and recommended Kamala Harris, Russia will also support her. “As for the favourite candidates, it is not for us to determine. This is the choice of the American people. Our favourite, so to…
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