Nigeria: Dantsoho – Abuja’s Centrality, Agro-Allied Potentials Strategic to Boosting Non-Oil Revenue
[This Day] The Managing Director of Nigerian Ports Authority (NPA), Dr Abubakar Dantsoho has said that the centrality of Abuja coupled with its rich agro-allied potentials is germane to strengthening NPA's commitment to supporting the federal government's efforts to continuously grow non-oil revenue by connecting local value producers in the non-oil value chain to identified international clusters of demand for their goods.
Zidane’s son Luca named in Algeria squad for 2026 world cup qualifiers
In a move blending football legacy with national pride, Luca Zidane, the 27-year-old goalkeeper and son of French legend Zinédine Zidane, has received his first call-up to the Algerian national team, potentially helping the side secure its 2026 World Cup qualification.
Protesters in Lisbon and Spain rally in support of flotilla intercepted by Israel
Hundreds of demonstrators rallied in Lisbon on Thursday in solidarity with Palestinians and in support of the Global Sumud Flotilla, which was intercepted by Israeli forces.
UN says at least 91 killed in besieged Darfur city last month
A Sudanese medical group has warned of a “full-blown humanitarian disaster” in the besieged city of el-Fasher after 23 people died of malnutrition in September, as fighting between the army and rival paramilitaries continues to exacerbate the crisis in Darfur.
Ivory Coast bans rallies as opposition leaders barred from October election
The government says the bans are necessary to maintain public order, citing false information and unrest tied to these rallies. But critics argue that the exclusions and the ban on protests mark a troubling erosion of democratic norms
Police name two victims of Manchester synagogue attack
Police on Friday identified the two men who were killed in a car and knife attack on a synagogue in northwest England on the holiest day of the Jewish year, as Britain’s chief rabbi said an “unrelenting wave” of antisemitism lay behind the crime.
Central African President Touadéra launches third-term bid
President Faustin-Archange Touadéra was the first to submit his candidacy for the presidential and legislative elections scheduled to take place in the Central African Republic on December 28.
Incumbent Touadéra submits candidacy for third presidential term
President Faustin-Archange Touadéra was the first to submit his candidacy for the presidential and legislative elections scheduled to take place in the Central African Republic on December 28.
Incumbent Touadéra submits candidacy for third presidential term
President Faustin-Archange Touadéra was the first to submit his candidacy for the presidential and legislative elections scheduled to take place in the Central African Republic on December 28.
Nigeria: Oil Refineries Owners Seek End to Frequent Disruption of Downstream Operations
[This Day] The Crude Oil Refineries Owners Association of Nigeria (CORAN) yesterday warned that the Nigerian petroleum industry may suffer imminent collapse if steps are not taken to stop the disruptions in the sector by key stakeholders.