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Rubio says Trump to take up to 60 days to weigh Russia sanctions
The day after waiving sanctions and tariffs related to Russian exports, US President Donald Trump said on Saturday he had yet to announce a final decision on the matter, as Secretary of State Marco Rubio said officials wanted more time to evaluate the situation. Rubio said on Saturday that the president would use up to 60 days to assess the…
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Tinubu’s campaign strategy and the unnecessary political storm — by Tunde Rahman
The inauguration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Presidential Campaign Council last Wednesday in Abuja predictably generated talking points and criticisms. Two criticisms stand out: the inclusion of some opposition figures and the President’s acceptance of the Hope Uzodimma-led Progressive Governors’ recommendation that he should not campaign physically in all 36 states of the federation because of the exigencies of state…
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Wema Bank concludes 11th edition of Wemalympics
By Damilola Akinwale – Wema Bank has concluded the 11th edition of its internal sports tournament, Wemalympics, described as the largest corporate sports event in the Nigerian banking industry. Launched in 2015, Wemalympics promotes camaraderie, physical fitness, teamwork, mental well-being and sportsmanship among the bank’s employees, popularly known as Knights. The 2026 edition was themed “Champions of Possibilities” and brought…
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Bank of England governor walks out of IMF summit in protest against Russia
Andrew Bailey among finance leaders to leave session in Bangkok when Russian finance minister addressed group The Bank of England governor, Andrew Bailey, has taken part in a walkout of finance leaders who left an International Monetary Fund meeting in protest against Russian involvement. Bailey joined counterparts from France, Germany and a number of Scandinavian and Baltic countries who left…
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Nigeria may have world’s largest poor population, says EU envoy
The European Union (EU) Ambassador to Nigeria and the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS), Gautier Mignot, has said Nigeria probably has the highest number of people living below the poverty threshold globally. Mignot spoke in Abuja at the 2026 International Day for the Eradication of Poverty, calling for sustained efforts by the Federal Government, development partners and other…
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Egypt’s Sisi says his presidency will end in 203 says his presidency will end in 2030
Egyptian President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi said on Saturday that his term would end in 2030 and outlined a plan for the country’s main military academy to train potential future leaders for 30 months before then. The proposal gives the Egyptian Military Academy a central role in preparing future leaders, underscoring the armed forces’ influence beyond national defence. Under Sisi, a…
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Zelenskiy hopes for meeting with US and Russia during G20 summit
Ukraine, the United States and Russia could meet during a G20 summit in the US but Washington and Moscow have not confirmed the meeting and other venues are also possible, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said on Saturday. The Group of 20 major economies, which includes the US and Russia but not Ukraine, is due to hold a summit in Miami…
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Egypt’s Sisi seeks parliament’s backing to help defend Saudi Arabia if asked
Egyptian President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi said on Saturday Egypt would take any measures necessary to defend Saudi Arabia if asked, amid escalating Houthi attacks on the kingdom, and parliament announced an emergency session on Sunday. “It is inconceivable that we would allow Saudi Arabia, its security or stability to be harmed,” Sisi said at a graduation ceremony at the Egyptian…
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Oyedele rules out return to petrol subsidy, multiple exchange rates
Nigeria’s Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Taiwo Oyedele, has ruled out a return to petrol subsidy and multiple exchange rates, warning that reversing the reforms could undermine economic stability and drive away investors. Oyedele stated this on Saturday during a press briefing on the sidelines of the 2026 International Monetary Fund (IMF) and World Bank annual…
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Losing on all fronts: an opposition with no sense of humour — by Tahir Ibrahim
If you can throw punches you must be ready and prepared to receive some. What is good for the goose is good for the gander they say. Paul Ibe’s boss former Vice-President Atiku Abubakar was busy disrespecting President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, mocking the way he should be addressed officially, calling him Bola quite a number of times in a recent…
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