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Chevron Nigeria again had an impressive showing at the eight edition of the Nigeria International Energy Summit (NIES), which kicked off on Monday February 24, 2025, at Abuja Continental Hotel.  The theme for this year’s summit is Bridging Continents: Connecting Investors Worldwide with Africa’s Energy Potential. Apart from the active participation of …

The Ambassador of the Kingdom of Morocco to the United States of America (USA), Ambassador Youssef Amrani, has said at the 3rd International Estevanico Conference held as part of the Black History Month in New York, USA on Friday, February 21, 2025, that America, from centuries past had always had …

Rome, Feb. 25, 2025 The Holy See announced on Tuesday that Pope Francis “rested well” during his 11th night in the hospital in Rome. In spite of a slight improvement in his condition, the Vatican confirmed that the 88-year-old head of the Catholic Church remains in critical condition. Pope Francis …

Introduction Jesus Christ embodies the profound integration of two distinct disciplines: cosmology, the study of the universe and its origins, and anthropology, the study of humanity and its cultures. The phrase “The Cosmic Human” aptly captures Jesus’ role as the embodiment of both the universal and human aspects of existence. …

By Cecilia Ologunagba New York, Feb. 25, 2025 World Health Organisation (WHO) says in a new report that breast cancer cases are expected to increase by 38 per cent globally by 2050. The findings from a report from the International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC), a specialised branch of …

Abuja, Feb. 24, 2025: Hon. Abike Dabiri-Erewa, Chairman/CEO, Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NIDCOM) has rejoiced with 22-year old Zuriel Oduwole on her nomination by three institutions for the 2025 Nobel Peace Prize. In a congratulatory message, the elated Dabiri-Erewa said the nomination was not a surprise to her due to …

    By Abbas Bamalli Katsina, Feb. 25, 2025 The United Kingdom (UK) Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) has expressed readiness to leverage £204 million in private sector finance and investment into agriculture in Nigeria. Mrs. Adiya Ode, Country Representative for Propcom+, a programme funded by the UK FCDO, …

It was an extraordinarily beautiful event, in celebration of the Black History Month, put together by the New York City chapter of the Harvard Black Alumni Society (HBAS) in partnership with the 138 year-old Harvard Club of New York City. The program, which was held on Friday, February 21, 2025, …

Washington, Feb. 24, 2025 French President Emmanuel Macron will be in Washington today, Monday to discuss Russia’s war against Ukraine with U.S. President Donald Trump. The meeting comes on the day of the third anniversary of Russia’s all-out invasion of Ukraine and days after Trump falsely blamed Ukraine for starting …

ABUJA The Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), Mr. Olayemi Cardoso, has reiterated the Bank’s dedication to enhancing economic cooperation between Nigeria and the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. During a courtesy visit to the CBN headquarters by the Ambassador of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia to Nigeria, H.E. …

Ademola Lookman was the star of the show as Atalanta thrashed Empoli 5-0 at the Stadio Carlo Castellani on Sunday, February 23, 2025, with the Nigerian international scoring twice to inspire his side to a comfortable win. The Super Eagles of Nigeria forward had a key role in Atalanta’s commanding …

Nigeria’s senior men’s basketball team, D’Tigers, have qualified for the 2025 Afrobasket after a commanding 77-62 victory over Cape Verde in their final Group B qualifier on Sunday, February 24, 2025. Cape Verde started strong, winning the first quarter 26-22. However, Nigeria bounced back with an impressive 26-7 run in …

Things are happening fast, and in an ever-changing world, keeping track of them is becoming increasingly difficult. This is not particular to Nigeria alone, as we have seen many global shifts that may ultimately spell peace for the beleaguered, even though others may have the potential to exacerbate fragile peace. …

February 22, 2025 Introduction: Fear or Faith In the midst of life’s turbulent storms, two responses emerge: fear and faith. The biblical account of Peter’s attempt to walk on water towards Jesus provides a poignant illustration of the former, while the lyrics of Lauren Daigle’s “Peace Be Still” offer a …

“For the living know that they will die, but the dead know nothing; they have no further reward, and even their name is forgotten” – Ecclesiastes 9:5 – serves as a sobering reminder of life’s fleeting nature. These words resonate deeply in the light of the recent release of former …

By Lucy Ogalue Abuja, Feb. 22, 2025 Dr Akinwumi Adesina, President and Chairman of the Board of Directors of the African Development Bank (AfDB) Group, has expressed profound sorrow over the passing of Dr Kanayo Nwanze. In a statement on Saturday, Adesina described the late Nwanze as an intellectual giant …

….Advocates increased local participation in Guyana’s oil value chain GEORGETOWN, Guyana, February 21, 2025 In a significant announcement at the Guyana Energy Conference and Supply Chain Expo held from February 18 – 21, Prof. Benedict Oramah, President and Chairman of the Board of Directors of African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) (www.Afreximbank.com), …

British Deputy High Commissioner, Johnny Baxter and Chevening and Commonwealth Scholars at their welcome ceremony in Lagos. By Busayo Onijala Lagos, Feb. 21, 2025 The British Deputy High Commission in Lagos says 191 Nigerians who were awarded scholarships through its Chevening and Commonwealth Programmes have completed their studies in the …

As part of the Black History Month Celebration for this year, the 3rd International Estebanico Symposium will hold in New York, United States of America (USA), tomorrow, Friday, February 21, 2025, on the theme: “Tracing the Footsteps of an Extraordinary African Explorer: The Atlantic Connection.” Already, dignitaries from across the …

The passage on to glory of a highly respected community leader and philanthropist, Pa Felix Omokhoa Alegbe has been announced by the family. Pa Alegbe, the father of Mrs. Florence Alegbe Taiwo, the founder and proprietress of the popular eatery, Naija Bukka in New Jersey, United States of America (USA), …

[email protected] 0807 552 5533, 0803 251 0193 Recent happenings in the United States of America got me thinking; especially since the ascension to office, on Monday, January 20, 2025, as the 47th president of the United States of America, of Mr. Donald Trump. But more appropriately right from the party …

New York, Feb. 20, 2025 Grenadian Prime Minister, Hon. Dickon Mitchell on Thursday said former colonial powers must apologise and pay compensation for their historic role in the enslavement of Africans. Mitchell made the statement during his address to the European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen at the 48th …

Lillian Barnard, President, Microsoft  Africa and Ola Williams, Director, Microsoft Nigeria  and Ghana By Stellamaris Ashinze Lagos, Feb. 19, 2025 Microsoft on Wednesday announced a one million dollars investment to equip one million Nigerians with Artificial Intelligence (AI) skills. The Managing Director, Microsoft Nigeria and Ghana, Ms. Ola Williams, said …

Burna Boy By Taiye Olayemi Lagos, Feb. 19, 2025 Nigerian music megastar, Damini Ogulu, popularly known as Burna Boy, has released the video for his new single titled “Update”, sampling Soul II Soul’s 1989 classic and Grammy award winning record, ‘Back To Life’. The single is coming off Burna Boy’s …

Madrid, Feb. 19, 2025 Real Madrid easily beat Manchester City 3-1 with a Kylian Mbappe hat-trick on Wednesday in their Champions League playoff second leg. The win at the Santiago Bernabeu earned Madrid a 6-3 aggregate victory and a place in the last 16. The 2024 champions will face either …