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POLITICS26m agoAkwa Ibom govt’s Facebook page describes Akpabio as ‘Acting President of Nigeria’On Tuesday, the Akwa Ibom State Government's Facebook page described Senate President Godswill Akpabio as “Acting President of Nigeria”. The post was later edited to remove the controversial description. The post Akwa Ibom govt’s Facebook page describes Akpabio as ‘Acting President of Nigeria’ appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.Premium Times
POLITICS45m agoTunisia's human rights defenders decry civil society crackdownFive years into the authoritarian rule of Tunisian President Kais Saied, Human Rights Watch and other activists warn that Tunisia's once vibrant civil society is in danger of being completely stifled.DW News [en]
POLITICS1h agoWhy I want to be Nigeria’s president — Donald DukeThe presidential candidate of Peoples Redemption Party, Mr. Donald Duke, said yesterday he joined the presidential race to solve Nigeria’s mounting problems and give Nigerians a new lease of life. The post Why I want to be Nigeria’s president — Donald Duke appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
POLITICS2h agoXi visits Egypt as China seeks deeper influence across the MideastChinese leader Xi is visiting Egypt as China aims to expand its influence across the Middle East. This signifies a diplomatic effort to strengthen geopolitical ties and presence in the region.stcatharinesstandard.ca · Canada
POLITICS2h agoXi visits Egypt as China seeks deeper influence across the MideastChina's leader, Xi, is visiting Egypt as part of efforts to expand China's influence across the Middle East. This visit signifies ongoing international political maneuvering and strategic engagement in the region.isp.netscape.com · United States
POLITICS6h agoXi Jinping arrives in Cairo for first state visit to Egypt in a decadeXi Jinping has arrived in Cairo for his first state visit to Egypt in a decade. This marks a notable diplomatic engagement between China and Egypt.albawaba.net
POLITICS7h agoWhat Nigerian law says about Tinubu’s vacation in Europe, transfer of power to ShettimaMr Tinubu departed Abuja on Sunday for London to begin his annual leave, while Mr Shettima was in Luanda, Angola, representing him at an African Union summit. The post What Nigerian law says about Tinubu’s vacation in Europe, transfer of power to Shettima appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.Premium Times
POLITICS7h agoChina Xi arrives in Egypt as US sanctions threat looms over Iran linksChinese President Xi has arrived in Egypt amidst a looming US sanctions threat related to Iran's international links. This highlights complex geopolitical dynamics in the Middle East.bssnews.net · Bangladesh
POLITICS9h agoChina’s Xi makes his first visit to Egypt in a decadeChinese President Xi Jinping arrived in Cairo and was greeted by Egyptian President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi.Al Jazeera [en]
POLITICS9h agoPassing the baton of China - Egypt friendship from generation to generation : Global Times editorialAn editorial from Global Times discusses the generational continuity of friendship between China and Egypt. This article reflects on the long-term diplomatic relations between the two nations.globaltimes.cn · China
POLITICS11h agoWhy I want to become Nigeria’s president — Donald DukeBy Soni Daniel, Northern Region Editor The presidential candidate of the Peoples Redemption Party, PRP, Donald Duke, has said he joined the 2027 presidential race to tackle Nigeria’s challenges and provide Nigerians with a new lease of life. Duke, who spoke to journalists in Abuja on Tuesday, lamented the country’s leadership challenges since the return […] The post Why I want to become Nigeria’s president — Donald Duke appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
POLITICS11h agoAtiku vows to review NELFUND, offer debt forgiveness to Nigerian studentsBy Omeiza Ajayi ABUJA: Presidential candidate of the African Democratic Congress ADC, Atiku Abubakar has vowed to review the Nigerian Education Loan Fund NELFUND policy and provide debt forgiveness for qualifying Nigerian students, dismissing as “dishonest” President Bola Tinubu’s attempt to present the scheme as proof that education has become more affordable under his administration. […] The post Atiku vows to review NELFUND, offer debt forgiveness to Nigerian students appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
POLITICS12h ago'I have fired 40 of my agents for being corrupt', says Nigeria's anti-corruption chiefThe EFCC boss says more than five of the dismissed officials are already facing prosecution.BBC World
POLITICS12h agoNFF exposes fake FIFA letter as Nigeria delegation meets football bodyThe document, dated 1 September, and purportedly signed by FIFA Secretary-General Mattias Grafström, claimed FIFA had raised concerns over the resignation of former NFF President Ibrahim Gusau and threatened possible sanctions, The post NFF exposes fake FIFA letter as Nigeria delegation meets football body appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.Premium Times
POLITICS13h ago2027: Opposition alliance’ll rescue Nigeria from poverty, insecurity — Turaki“Our participation is anchored on the promise that the process will be hinged on the philosophical underpinnings of transparency, equality, data-driven decisions and egalitarianism,” Turaki said. The post 2027: Opposition alliance’ll rescue Nigeria from poverty, insecurity — Turaki appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
POLITICS16h agoSubsidy Removal: Tinubu, APC reply Atiku, insist policy saved Nigeria from fatal hemorrhageNorth, biggest beneficiary of my economic reforms’ By Omeiza Ajayi ABUJA: President Bola Tinubu and his ruling All Progressives Congress APC have restated that the removal of fuel subsidy by his administration was a difficult but necessary decision that redirected national resources into productive sectors, even as the party pushed back against a proposal by […] The post Subsidy Removal: Tinubu, APC reply Atiku, insist policy saved Nigeria from fatal hemorrhage appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
POLITICS17h agoGermany eyes Algerian gas to diversify supply ahead of winter, FM Johann Wadephul saysThe EU's top economy used to rely on cheap Russian gas but large deliveries stopped after Russia launched its full-scale invasion of Ukraine in 2022, dealing a heavy blow to German industry.EuroNews [en]
POLITICS18h agoHow French PM Sébastien Lecornu hopes to pass a minimalist budget for 2027The government held a seminar on the next budget bill on Monday. By proposing a limited bill, with no real deficit reduction and no major reforms, Lecornu hopes to secure decisive support from some Socialist MPs.Le Monde [en]
POLITICS18h agoObi Faults Tinubu’s Trip, Says President Should Be Concerned About Fixing NigeriaThe presidential candidate said the country deserves a “leadership that puts Nigeria first; leadership that cares and plans for a better Nigeria.” The post Obi Faults Tinubu’s Trip, Says President Should Be Concerned About Fixing Nigeria appeared first on Channels Television.Channels TV
POLITICS19h agoRussia, Algeria, AES: who really helped Abdourahamane Tiani face the mutiny in Niger?La mutinerie de Niamey a exposé des failles internes de l’armée nigérienne. Face à celles-ci, Abdourahamane Tiani a dû compter sur des partenaires extérieurs.Jeune Afrique
POLITICS19h agoNigerian newspapers review: [G-100] Opposition parties offer 4-yr single term to stop TinubuIn today’s Nigerian newspapers review programme, Today in the News, Vanguard leads with opposition parties, including the African Democratic Congress (ADC) and the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), proposing a 4-year single term to stop President Bola Tinubu. The post Nigerian newspapers review: [G-100] Opposition parties offer 4-yr single term to stop Tinubu appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
POLITICS20h agoCould 4+4 make 1 in Libya? UN-backed agreement looks to unite rival campsAfter 15 years of civil war, a new UN-backed '4+4' agreement looks to unite Libya's rival factions.Al Jazeera [en]
POLITICS1d agoAlgeria’s president seeks death penalty for those who start forest firesAbdelmadjid Tebboune's call comes after wildfires killed at least 12 people and injured 54 in northeastern Algeria.Al Jazeera [en]
POLITICS1d agoFive years after Saied’s power grab, Tunisia’s old grievances resurfaceEconomic grievances persist while space for dissent has narrowed under President Kais Saied.Al Jazeera [en]