Africa
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Dangote exports Clinker abroad; boosts FG’s forex drive …MAN commends Dangote for spearheading Nigeria’s export drive
To reaffirm its status as the biggest cement producer in Africa, Dangote Cement has set the pace with the exportation…
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Thunder: Police confirm killing of alleged kidnappers in Cameroun, not Adamawa
By Muhammad Adam Yola, June 13, 2020 The Police in Adamawa has confirmed the alleged killing of 18 suspected kidnappers…
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President Nkurunziza’s death: Burundi, Africa have lost a true patriot — Buhari
By Ismaila Chafe Abuja, June 9, 2020 President Muhammadu Buhari has expressed sadness over the death of President Pierre Nkurunziza…
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Is Nigeria Ready to Leave Lockdown? By Professor Benjamin Uzochukwu
As sub-Saharan Africa grapples with the COVID-19 pandemic and its economic fallout, policymakers in Nigeria—Africa’s largest economy and home to…
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Gulf of Guinea no longer safe haven for pirates – Jamoh; As Nigeria hands over suspected vessel, crew to Ghana; Korean Envoy hails handling of case
The Nigerian Government has handed over the fishing vessel Marine 707 suspected to be carrying out illegal activities in the…
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Akinwumi Adesina: The Inside Story By Femi Adesina
By his bow tie, you know him. And that distinguishing feature was firmly in place when Dr Akinwumi Adesina, President…
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AU chairperson speaks against racism, intolerance amid outrage over Floyd’s death
Johannesburg, June 4, 2020 South African President Cyril Ramaphosa, who is also the African Union (AU) chairperson, has called…
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President Buhari assures AfDB President, Adesina: I’ll stand by you
President Muhammadu Buhari says Nigeria will stand solidly behind Dr Akinwumi Adesina in his bid to get re-elected as President…
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AfDB: Obasanjo, Jonathan, 13 other African leaders rally support for Adesina
Olawale Jokotoye Abeokuta, May 30, 2020 Former presidents Olusegun Obasanjo, Goodluck Jonathan of Nigeria and other African leaders on Friday,…
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FG to amend Act establishing National Endowment for the Arts
The Minister of Information and Culture, Alhaji Lai Mohammed, has said the Federal Government will amend the Act establishing the…
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Dangote, MTN emerge most admired African brands
For the third time in a row, Dangote Group has emerged the most admired African brand, of African continent origin,…
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No development without peace, says President Buhari on Africa Day 2020
President Muhammadu Buhari has called for peace on the African continent as a prerequisite for sustainable development. In a message…
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UBA holds Africa Day Conversations 2020 today; Presidents Macky Sall of Senegal, George Weah of Liberia, others to speak
Mr. Kennedy Uzoka, GMD/CEO of UBA invites all to join the Chairman of the frontline bank, Tony Elumelu, at the second…
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Dangote Cement records strong performance
Africa’s leading cement manufacturer, Dangote Cement Plc has posted a strong performance in the first quarter ended March 31 2020,…
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China, Africa And The World After COVID-19 – By Kingsley Moghalu Kingsley Moghalu
The Coronavirus crisis has created a welcome opportunity for us to reassess the relationship between China and Africa on…
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We screwed up public education, now is the time to fix it By Akin Olaniyan
Nigeria has always been an interesting case. It’s the richly endowed country that is also home to some of the…
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Buhari orders military operations against bandits, kidnappers in Katsina; Receives Madagascars COVID drug; Task Force
Abuja, May 17, 2020 President Muhammadu Buhari has authorised the commencement of a major military operation to sweep bandits…
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Senegal laboratory helps develop rapid coronavirus tests for Africa
Dakar, May 12, 2020 Scientists in Senegal have started validating inexpensive, rapid test kits that could make the fight against…
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ECA mourns, as ex-Economist, Teriba, buried in US
By Kamal Tayo Oropo Lagos, April 28, 2020 The Economic Commission for Africa (ECA) has joined others in mourning the…
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COVID-19: Can Africa afford lockdowns? By Chukwuma Charles Soludo, CFR
This piece summarizes my contribution to an African debate. From Johannesburg to Lagos, Cairo to Dakar, Kinshasa to Kigali, Nairobi…
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ECOWAS leaders appoint President Buhari Champion of COVID -19 Response
Presidents of West African countries under the aegis of ECOWAS Authority of Heads of State and Government have appointed President…
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Covid-19: ECOWAS President says body is looking inwards, not waiting on Western Countries
By Lizzy Okoji and Ifeanyi Nwoko Abuja, April 23, 2020 The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) is…
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COVID-19: CAF postpones interclubs finals indefinitely
By Bushrah Yusuf-Badmus Ilorin, April 19, 2020 The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has announced the indefinite postponement of the…
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China must pay reparations to Africa for its coronavirus failures By Obiageli “Oby” Ezekwesili
Dr. Obiageli “Oby” Ezekwesili is the former vice president for the Africa region at the World Bank and the former…
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Facebook launches Tools to keep faith-based communities connected during COVID-19
Facebook has launched key resources to help faith groups stay connected and engaged during the current COVID-19 outbreak. The resources…
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