IFC to send team to Nigeria to explore scalable investment in livestock, energy, housing
The International Finance Corporation would immediately send a mission to Nigeria to explore scalable investment structures that could unlock private capital into the sector. Managing director of the Corporation, Diop Makhtar, announced this in Kigali, Rwanda, on Thursday, during a meeting with Nigeria’s President Bola Tinubu on the sidelines of the 13th Africa […]
President’s statement on the commencement of APC primaries nationwide
“Fellow party men and women, I am pleased to witness this historic moment in the annals of our party. The party we formed just like yesterday is gearing up for its fourth election cycle. It is a source of pride for me, and I believe for all our distinguished leaders and teeming members. “We […]
Tinubu’s greets Alia at 60
President Bola Tinubu has sent a congratulatory message to Governor Hycinth Alia of Benue State on his 60th birthday anniversary. In a personally signed statement, he lauded the governor for what he described as hi “principled character, compassion, and unwavering dedication to God and humanity.” He prayed for God’s guidance and blessings on […]
APM Terminals president pledges fresh $600m investment in Nigeria
Calls for deeper investment partnerships President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s economic and investment drive has received a further boost, as world-class port operator APM Terminals pledged a $600 million investment in Nigeria’s maritime sector. Regional President, APM Terminals Africa-Europe, Igor van den Essen, disclosed this when he led other executives, including Head of Investments, APM […]
Of Tinubu and pensioners
By Olayinka Williams More often than not, the demands of leadership are such that the leader cannot see the seemingly small details. Invariably, such a leader is preoccupied with larger issues. In the process, he or she may inadvertently lose sight of the micro issues which touch crucially on the well-being of […]
Tinubu, Kagame agree to deepen bilateral relations
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and President Paul Kagame have resolved to activate mechanisms to deepen bilateral relations between Nigeria and Rwanda. Upon arrival in Kigali, Rwanda, for the Africa CEO Forum, President Bola Tinubu met with Kagame at the Urugwiro Presidential Villa. Both leaders emphasised the importance of reviving the Joint Permanent Ministerial Commission […]
Venezuela begins sovereign debt overhaul after years of default
Venezuela has launched a broad restructuring of its foreign debt, including obligations tied to state oil company PDVSA, the Ministry of Economy and Finance announced on Wednesday. The government said total external liabilities amount to around 170 billion dollars. Venezuela has been in default since 2017. According to estimates from the International Monetary Fund […]
China is top geopolitical challenge for U.S., says Rubio
U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio described China as the biggest geopolitical challenge facing the United States, while also calling ties with Beijing the most important relationship Washington must manage. Speaking to Fox News aboard Air Force One en route to China, Rubio said Beijing is “both our top political challenge, geopolitically, and it’s […]
Xi welcomes Trump in Beijing
Chinese President Xi Jinping received U.S. President Donald Trump in Beijing with military honours on Thursday. Television footage showed the two leaders shaking hands for some time as they greeted each other. Trump exchanged a few words with Xi at the Great Hall of the People in the heart of the Chinese capital. The […]
Kano Assembly seek urgent intervention to curb tomato pest’s outbreak
Kano State Assembly Standing Committee on Agriculture and Natural Resources has raised alarm over outbreak of Tuta Absoluta ravaging tomato farms in the state. The Committee Chairman, Alhaji Ahmed Ibrahim (APC-Karaye) disclosed this on Wednesday while presenting the committee’s report on the outbreak before the house. Ibrahim said the committee was assigned to […]
