AFRICA

Nigeria’s Mineral Reserves Valued at $750bn, Says Alake, Pushes For Local Processing To Boost Economy 

Minister Alake says the mining sector has the potential to contribute a large part of Nigeria's trillion-dollar economy goal.

5 months ago

‘Local, Global Threat’: Social Media Now A National Security Priority, Says Nigeria’s NSA Ribadu  

Nigeria's NSA Ribadu warns of social media's misuse and urges a strategic communication overhaul to counter disinformation.

5 months ago

NUPRC Offers 17 Blocks for Sale in Fresh Oilfields Bid Round

NUPRC has begun processes for the 2024 oil bid round with 12 oil blocks and five deep offshore assets for…

5 months ago

Explosion From Concealed Bomb Kills Five In Northern Kenya, Injuring Five More

EXCERPT: In Northern Kenya, five people were killed and five more injured by a bomb hidden on a donkey cart.…

5 months ago

UN Urges South Sudan To Lift Taxes Blocking Critical Food Airdrops

The United Nations has urged South Sudan to remove the taxes that have led to the suspension of food airdrops.

5 months ago

Youthful Population Will Transform Nigeria Into Digital Economy Powerhouse, Says Tinubu 

Represented by VP Shettima at IDA Summit, Tinubu said Nigeria is set to harness the potential of its youthful population.

5 months ago

Boat Mishap: Navy Rescues 250 Victims in Rivers

Over 250 persons including children were rescued by the Nigerian Navy Ship Pathfinder after a boat mishap in Rivers State.

5 months ago

Edo Governor Obaseki Announces N70,000 Minimum Wage for Civil Servants 

Governor Obaseki has declared N70,000 minimum wage for civil servants in Edo State, effective May 1, 2024.

5 months ago

Nigeria Appeals To US To Repatriate of More Stolen Wealth

Nigeria's Federal has appealed to the US government to repatriate more illicit funds transferred from Nigeria through its banking system.

5 months ago

Alaje: Nigeria Still Paying Fuel Subsidy, Contrary To President Tinubu’s Inauguration Statement

Paul Alaje says ending the Niger Delta oil theft will boost Nigeria’s foreign reserve and lead to revenue increment.

5 months ago