European Parliament backs controversial migrant ‘Return Hubs’/in /by
Lawmakers have approved plans to ease the creation of offshore detention centres and impose tougher penalties on irregular migrants, in a vote that exposed deep divisions over EU migration policy.
South Africa says France has disinvited it from G7 gathering in June/in /by
The presidency says they have been told that the United States threatened to boycott the gathering if South Africa was invited.
Nigeria’s return to Windsor castle signals new era in UK economic partnership/in /by
Nigeria returns to Windsor Castle after nearly four decades, marking a historic diplomatic reset and opening a new chapter in economic partnership with the United Kingdom. While in Uganda, investors turn to Treasury yields of up to 18%, as land and rental dominance fades.
Africa: Why Africa Remains Dependent On Hydrocarbons – NNPC/in /by
[Daily Trust] The Group Chief Executive Officer of NNPC Limited, Engr. Bashir Bayo Ojulari, has stated that Africa remains dependent on hydrocarbons for revenue and foreign exchange, making sustained upstream production non-negotiable.
Nigeria: What FG Can Do to Bring Down Petrol Price – Experts/in /by
[Daily Trust] As Nigerians continue to grapple with rising petrol prices amid global oil market volatility, energy experts have outlined a mix of immediate, medium-term, and long-term measures the federal government can adopt to ease the burden on citizens without distorting the market.
Nigeria: Navy Nabs 8 Suspected Oil Thieves in Rivers/in /by
[Daily Trust] The Nigerian Navy Ship, NNS Pathfinder, has arrested eight suspected oil thieves and seized 44,000 litres of illegally refined Automotive Gas Oil (AGO) in Rivers State.
World’s top sporting tribunal confirms Senegal has lodged AFCON appeal/in /by
Senegal’s Football Association president described the stripping of the team's title by CAF as "administrative robbery".
Humanoid robot joins Melania Trump at White House education summit/in /by
Melania Trump hosts a White House roundtable urging over 40 countries to expand children’s access to digital education, AI tools and online safety.
Heavy downpour floods roads in Egypt/in /by
Heavy rainfall strikes several parts of Egypt, including New Cairo. Local authorities expect two days of heavy rains to hit the country bringing thunderstorms, strong winds, and lower temperatures
Eye Haïdara named Mistress of ceremonies for Cannes film festival/in /by
The French actress, best known for her role in the hit comedy The Sense of Wonder, will host the opening and closing ceremonies of the 79th edition on May 12 and 23, succeeding Laurent Laffite.