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Africa

February 14, 2024

IOCs pledge to deepen investments in Nigeria

The companies re-emphasised their belief in developing the continent’s endowed resources to benefit its economy.

TOTAL, CHEVRON and SHELL
February 14, 2024

Tinubu jets off to Addis Ababa Thursday for 37th AU Summit

President Tinubu will be accompanied on the trip by some ministers and other top government officials.

President Bola Tinubu (Credit: Presidency)
February 14, 2024

At least 15 killed in Tuesday night road crash

The report added that the tragedy had resulted from a collision between a truck and four minibuses.

Road crash
February 13, 2024

Police fire teargas to disperse protest in Congo’s capital

Police dispersed the crowd with tear gas while Congo’s Vice Prime Minister Christophe Lutundula assured ambassadors of enhanced security.

Protest in Congo
February 13, 2024

South Africa’s minimum wage higher because Nigeria is poorer: Onanuga

“Start from minimum wage: when you compare our country to South Africa. South Africa’s minimum wage is about $240 per month,” said Mr Onanuga.

South Africans, Bayo Onanuga
February 11, 2024

Two killed in protest against election postponement in Senegal

The two persons were killed as police fired tear gas to disperse protesters in Senegal.

Protest in Senegal, Macky Sall
February 11, 2024

AfDB commits to enhanced food security in South Sudan

“The bank has allocated $46.7 million to support agriculture value chain development, notably for rice, sesame, sorghum, and fish.”

AfDB
February 10, 2024

Senegal: Macky Sall justifies controversial election postponement extending his tenure

In his first public statement on the election postponement that has sparked nationwide protests and widespread condemnation, Mr Sall denied trying to hold on to power.

Macky Sall
February 10, 2024

Nigeria committed to regional security cooperation with ECOWAS members: Defence minister

The minister said Nigeria was dedicated to advancing ECOWAS security agenda.

Minister of Defence, Mohammed Badaru
February 9, 2024

FG, Sierra Leone mull cross-border technological collaboration

She said Africa needed to leverage the technologies for mutual benefit rather than being mere consumers.

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