Tag: #Africa
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D’BANJ MAKES HISTORY AS FIRST NIGERIAN ENTERTAINER TO RING LONDON STOCK EXCHANGE CLOSING BELL
Nigerian music star, Oladapo Oyebanjo, popularly known as D’banj, has become the first Nigerian entertainer to ring the closing bell at the London Stock Exchange, marking another milestone in his career. The award-winning singer announced the achievement on his verified X account, revealing that he took part in the ceremony during activities celebrating the 125th…
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NIGERIA URGES A.U TO CUT OFF ILLICIT FUNDING FUELING TERRORISM IN AFRICA
Nigeria has called on the African Union (AU) to strengthen efforts to block illicit financial flows that continue to fund terrorism and violent extremism across the continent. The appeal was made by the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Bianca Odumegwu-Ojukwu, during the 1354th Meeting of the AU Peace and Security Council at the ministerial level.…
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NIGERIA KEY TO ELIMINATING DEADLY SHEEP AND GOAT DISEASE ACROSS AFRICA — AU-IBAR
Nigeria has been identified as a key player in Africa’s efforts to eliminate Peste des Petits Ruminants (PPR), a viral disease that affects sheep and goats and causes major economic losses for livestock farmers. The African Union Inter-African Bureau for Animal Resources (AU-IBAR) says Nigeria’s livestock sector is strategically important because the country is home…
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EXPERTS WARN AGAINST SHUTTING SOUTH AFRICAN FIRMS OVER XENOPHOBIC ATTACKS
Business professionals and media experts have cautioned against calls to shut down South African companies operating in Nigeria, warning that such a move could inflict greater economic harm on Nigeria than on South Africa. Their comments follow renewed public outrage over xenophobic attacks on Nigerians and other African nationals in South Africa. The stakeholders were…
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CHINA UPGRADES ‘GREEN CHANNEL’ TO BOOST AFRICAN AGRICULTURAL EXPORTS
China has upgraded its “Green Channel” policy to accelerate the clearance of African agricultural exports and improve access to one of the world’s largest consumer markets. The initiative is designed to help African exporters overcome challenges associated with transporting fresh produce over long distances. Chinese officials say the upgraded process will reduce customs delays, protect…
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CHINA REAFFIRMS COMMITMENT TO FULLY IMLEMENT CHINA-AFRICA COOPERATION AGREEMENTS
China has reaffirmed its commitment to fully implementing all agreements reached with African countries under the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation (FOCAC). Speaking in Beijing, Deputy Director of the FOCAC Office at China’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Shuai Guipeng, said Africa remains an equal partner in the cooperation framework. He stressed that the relationship is based…
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CASSAVA VIRUS ALERT: EXPERTS WARN FARMERS OVER NEW DEADLY DISEASE THREAT
Cassava farmers in Kebbi State are being alerted to a new and dangerous cassava mosaic virus spreading across parts of Africa. The Central and West African Virus Epidemiology for Root and Tuber Crops (WAVE) says the virus, known as the East African Cassava Mosaic Disease-Uganda variant, has not yet been detected in Nigeria but has…
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TANZANIA PUSHES FOR AFRICAN COOPERATION ON SUSTAINABLE NUCLEAR ENERGY
Tanzania’s President Samia Suluhu Hassan has called for stronger cooperation among African countries and international partners to advance the peaceful and sustainable development of nuclear energy. She made the call at the Nuclear Energy Innovation Summit for Africa (NEISA 2026) held in Kigali, Rwanda, where she described the summit as a key platform for turning…
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DAMBAZAU: NIGERIA’S RELATIONS WITH CHINA WILL BE GUIDED BY NATIONAL INTEREST
Nigeria’s Ambassador-Designate to China, Amb. Abdulrahman Dambazau, says Nigeria’s relationship with China and other global powers will continue to be driven by national interest and strategic cooperation. Speaking in Abuja, Dambazau said Nigeria must protect its sovereignty while building partnerships that support the country’s development and security priorities. He noted that countries like China, the…
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AFRICAN EXPORTERS SEE GROWTH POTENTIAL IN CHINA’S ZERO-TARIFF POLICY
African experts say China’s zero-tariff policy presents a major opportunity for African countries to expand exports and strengthen trade ties. The policy, which covers 53 African countries, took effect on May 1 and was discussed during a webinar hosted by the Sino-SA Media Club. Experts noted that Africa can benefit significantly if countries improve production…
