NBA star Durant buys minority stake in Champions League-winning PSG
American basketball star Kevin Durant has purchased a minority stake in Champions League winner Paris Saint-Germain (PSG), the French football club announced Friday.
Putin downplays threat of recession at Saint Petersburg Forum, points to growth in manufacturing
President Vladimir Putin has downplayed warnings that Russia’s economy is on the brink of a recession, pointing to the steady growth of the country’s manufacturing industries.
Nigeria: Reactions As Dangote Deploys 4,000 Trucks for Fuel Supply
[Daily Trust] The deployment of 4,000 trucks by the Dangote Petroleum Refinery to enhance fuel distribution across Nigeria has sparked a nationwide debate, drawing praise and skepticism from Nigerians.
Nigeria: NUPRC to Begin Tracking of Crude Oil Cargoes
[Daily Trust] The Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC) has announced the release of new guidelines for the advanced cargo declaration regime, a move aimed at enhancing transparency, accountability and efficiency in Nigeria's crude oil and petroleum exports.
Yemen: Tens of thousands hold pro-Iran rally
Tens of thousands of people in Yemen took to the streets of the country' capital, Sanaa, on Friday to show solidarity with Iran and Palestinians in the Gaza Strip
Nigeria: UK Court Rules Against Shell Over Nigerian Oil Spill
[Premium Times] The UK High Court trial finds that Shell plc and its former Nigerian subsidiary can be held legally responsible for legacy oil pollution in Nigeria.
Family feud forces Zambia’s ex-President Lungu to be buried in South Africa
What was expected to be a dignified farewell to Zambia’s former President Edgar Lungu has turned into a diplomatic and political standoff, ending with his burial being moved outside the country he once led.
Superman stars hit Manila red carpet as global tour kicks off
Superman fans turned out in full force in the Filipino capital as the stars of the franchise’s latest installment kicked off the film’s global tour.
Niger to nationalize uranium venture operated by France’s Orano
Niger accused Orano of taking a disproportionate share of the uranium produced at the site. Orano has been operating in Niger, the world’s seventh biggest supplier of uranium, for over 50 years and holds majority shares in three main uranium mines in Niger
Rwandan opposition leader Ingabire arrested in connection with alleged plot to overthrow president
Rwandan opposition leader Victoire Ingabire has been arrested and charged with inciting public disorder and creating a criminal organisation.