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WORLD6d agoCBD COP17: Nigeria, France Push for Faster Action on 30×30 Biodiversity TargetNigeria and France have called for stronger political leadership, increased financing and collective action to accelerate the implementation of the global target to protect 30 per cent of the world’s land and seas by 2030. The call was made at a Target 3 Action Day during CBD COP17 in Armenia. The post CBD COP17: Nigeria, France Push for Faster Action on 30×30 Biodiversity Target appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.Premium Times
BUSINESSOct 24France - Nigeria business forum postponed after Macron cancels trip to NigeriaA business forum between France and Nigeria has been postponed after President Macron cancelled his trip to Nigeria, impacting bilateral economic and diplomatic relations.premiumtimesng.com · Nigeria
POLITICSOct 24France-Nigeria business forum postponed after Macron cancels trip to NigeriaThe council noted instead that “a revised date and arrangement will be communicated” at a later time. The post France-Nigeria business forum postponed after Macron cancels trip to Nigeria appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.Premium Times
CONFLICTOct 22When France hijacked the plane carrying the leaders of the Algerian revolutionIl y a exactement soixante-dix ans, le 22 octobre 1956, les autorités françaises détournèrent un avion marocain qui effectuait la liaison entre Palma de Majorque, en Espagne, et Tunis. Elles le forcèrent à atterrir à l'aéroport de Maison-Blanche, Alger alors sous domination coloniale française.BBC Afrique
POLITICSOct 18Macron should suspend Nigeria visit, prioritise France — OnohBy Emma Nnadozie Former South-East presidential spokesman, Denge Josef Onoh, has urged French President Emmanuel Macron to suspend his planned state visit to Nigeria, scheduled for October 28 and 29, 2026, arguing that France’s domestic challenges should take priority over international engagements. Onoh, in a statement made available to journalists in Abuja on Sunday, said […] The post Macron should suspend Nigeria visit, prioritise France — Onoh appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
POLITICSOct 16Mayors urge France to recognise 1961 Paris massacre of Algerians as state crimeOn the eve of the 65th anniversary of the massacre of Algerian protesters in Paris, French mayors are calling for the events of 17 October, 1961 to be officially recognised as a state crime.RFI [en]
POLITICSOct 14Niamey denounces « a serious act of ingratitude » after the expulsion of two Nigerien agents by FranceSelon une source diplomatique, Paris a déclaré persona non grata deux agents de renseignement nigériens en poste en France. La décision passe mal à Niamey, qui rappelle que l’un d’eux avait été blessé en 2014 lors d’une mission conjointe avec l’armée française.Jeune Afrique
POLITICSOct 14'Act of ingratitude': Niger condemns expulsion of security agents from FranceNiger on Tuesday condemned the expulsion of two of its security agents from France, calling it a “serious and unacceptable act of ingratitude.”Africanews [en]
POLITICSOct 9Niger intelligence agents expelled from France in sign of diplomatic strainTwo Nigerien intelligence officers were forced to leave France last month, French daily Le Monde has revealed, with one agent suspected of monitoring opposition figures on French soil. It is the latest sign of the deterioration in relations between the two countries since Niger’s 2023 military coup.RFI [en]
POLITICSOct 7Oke presents letter of credence to Macron, assumes duty as Nigeria’s envoy to FranceLetters of credence are formal diplomatic documents issued by a country’s head of state to confirm the appointment of an ambassador or permanent representative. The post Oke presents letter of credence to Macron, assumes duty as Nigeria’s envoy to France appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.Premium Times
POLITICSSep 30France-Algeria: when Bruno Retailleau wanted to expel the son of Chief of Staff Saïd ChengrihaEn 2025, alors que les relations entre Paris et Alger étaient déjà très tendues, le ministre français de l’Intérieur ordonnait l’expulsion du fils du chef d’état-major de l’armée algérienne, racontent deux journalistes dans un livre qui sort ce 30 septembre.Jeune Afrique
WORLDSep 24France announces start of 'normalisation' process with Azerbaijan after Frenchman released from prisonThe day after Azerbaijan pardoned Martin Ryan as part of the multi-national Usmanov deal, France says his release is the result of a “patient” dialogue with Azerbaijan that it “intends to continue.”EuroNews [en]
POLITICSSep 2119 - Member Delegation from African Diasporas in France to Observe Morocco ElectionsA 19-member delegation representing African diasporas in France will observe elections in Morocco. This signifies international interest and oversight in the Moroccan electoral process.moroccoworldnews.com · Morocco
POLITICSSep 18Tinubu meets Macron as Nigeria, France renew commitment to stronger tiesFrench President Emmanuel Macron hosted President Bola Tinubu to a private dinner at the Élysée Palace in Paris on Thursday night, reaffirming Nigeria-France bilateral ties. The post Tinubu meets Macron as Nigeria, France renew commitment to stronger ties appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
POLITICSSep 18Macron Hosts Tinubu To Private Dinner In Paris, Reaffirms Nigeria-France TiesTinubu disclosed the meeting in a post on his official X handle, describing the dinner with Macron as a pleasure. The post Macron Hosts Tinubu To Private Dinner In Paris, Reaffirms Nigeria-France Ties appeared first on Channels Television.Channels TV
POLITICSSep 10France-Algeria: Institut Montaigne advocates for a “desensitization” of the relationshipEt si la France choisissait d’entretenir une relation « normale » avec l’Algérie, dépassionnée et débarrassée des vieilles querelles ? C’est l’option défendue par le think tank français, proche de la droite, dans la perspective de l’élection présidentielle de 2027.Jeune Afrique
CONFLICTSep 6Niger military accuses France of orchestrating failed mutiny: What to knowAl Jazeera [en]
POLITICSSep 6Failed Coup: Niger blames France, neighbouring countries, threatens international actionPremium Times
WORLDSep 5Two Wheels, One Mission: Chibeda’s Nigeria-To-France Solo Motorcycle Ride For Hope And HealingFor Chibeda, the ride was about representation, reshaping how African women are seen. The post Two Wheels, One Mission: Chibeda’s Nigeria-To-France Solo Motorcycle Ride For Hope And Healing appeared first on Channels Television.Channels TV
CONFLICTSep 5France denies inciting failed Niger mutiny, calls accusation ‘pure fantasy’Niger's government has widened its blame to unnamed neighbours a week after the assault on a military base.Al Jazeera [en]
CONFLICTSep 5Niger accuses France of orchestrating failed military mutinyAl Jazeera [en]
WORLDAug 28From maligned second city to Insta magnet : Marseille is France new capital of overtourism | Mary FitzgeraldMarseille, once an overlooked city, has transformed into a popular tourist destination, now facing issues of overtourism. This reports on a significant shift in a city's tourism status and its consequences.theguardian.com · United Kingdom
BUSINESSAug 27How Sky Mali plunged into the air vacuum left by Air France and CorsairLe retrait de Corsair prive le Mali de son dernier lien aérien direct avec Paris. Sky Mali veut saisir cette occasion pour accélérer son expansion régionale et s’imposer comme un hub de correspondance vers l’Europe.Jeune Afrique
POLITICSAug 24Algeria’s schools put Shakespeare before Molière in break from FranceAlgerian primary schools will begin teaching English before French for the first time, signalling a drift from France.Al Jazeera [en]