European Union Seeks Resolution To Criminality In Niger Delta
Zissimos Vergos, the Deputy Head of Mission to Nigeria representing the European Union, has demanded the removal of the drivers behind criminal behavior in the Niger Delta, known for its oil wealth. He reiterated the EU’s stance on promoting inclusive community initiatives to tackle the fundamental drivers of violence in the Niger Delta region. A […]
Mexico: Presidential Contest Grows With 2 Female Candidate
As of Friday, the race for Mexico‘s upcoming elections officially kicked off, setting the stage for what could be a groundbreaking moment in the nation’s history—the potential election of its first-ever female president, an event that would mark a seismic shift in a society deeply rooted in machismo. Under the cloak of night, opposition candidate […]
FG Prepares To Enter $350 Billion Global Outsourcing Market
The Federal Government has announced its intention to participate in the thriving global outsourcing industry, which has generated an impressive $350 billion across seven leading nations, with the aim of capitalizing on its vast employment potential for the nation’s youth. In a move to capitalize on its potential, Vice President Senator Kashim Shettima is poised […]
Nigeria’s Economy On Track, Says American Mayor
Mayor Mike Arnold of Blanco, Texas, USA, has expressed confidence in the trajectory of the Nigerian economy, noting that it’s well on track. In an article obtained by Africa Today News, New York, Arnold, who doubles as the founder of Africa Arise USA, Arise Academy IDP Camp Schools, and the #IDPjustice campaign, said: “I have […]
Study: Obesity Affects Over One Billion Individuals Globally
According to a study published by the Lancet medical journal, the number of individuals grappling with obesity worldwide has soared to over one billion, representing a fourfold surge since 1990. The study conducted in collaboration with the World Health Organization underscores that the obesity “epidemic” is disproportionately impacting lower-income nations, with children and adolescents experiencing […]
Umahi Presses BUA Cement For Further Price Reduction
Senator David Umahi, the Minister for Works, has urged the management of BUA Cement to continue lowering the prices of cement in the market. Umahi made this statement during his visit to the company’s headquarters in Sokoto on Thursday, accompanied by members of his management team. The Federal Government, in collaboration with cement manufacturers, reached […]
NDIC Confirms Refund Of Depositors Of 179 Liquidated Banks
The Nigeria Insurance Corporation (NDIC) has revealed that it has completed the reimbursement of depositors of 179 rested microfinance and four mortgage banks across the country. Dr Bello Hassan who is the Managing Director of the NDIC, stated this at the NDIC Special Day during the ongoing 45th Kaduna International Trade Fair. Hassan, who was […]
“FG Printed Too Much Money”, Otti Decries Free Fall Of Naira
The Governor of Abia State, Alex Otti, has lamented the free fall of the Naira which began last year, stressing that one of the major causes was that the Federal Government printed too much money in circulation. The governor made this assertion when he featured in an interview on Channels Television’s Politics Today on Thursday night […]
U.S. Urges Mali Transition Government To Conduct Election
The government of the United States (U.S.) has called on the Malian transition government to honour its commitments to its citizens by conducting a free and fair election that will restore democracy in the West African country. Matthew Miller who is a Spokesperson of the U.S. Department of State, in a statement which was obtained […]
Paul Pogba Vows To Appeal Doping Ban Before CAS
French International, Paul Pogba has vowed to challenge his four-year ban from football by the anti-doping Tribunal at the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS), maintaining that he was innocent of the accusations and that he had never taken any substance knowingly that comes under the purview of doping. A “shocked and heartbroken” Paul Pogba […]
Concerns As Russia Moves To Ban Petrol Exports For 6 Months
Russia has concluded plans to introduce a six-month ban on petrol exports from the 1st of March with a view to ensuring that it has enough fuel to meet domestic demand, the government disclosed on Friday morning. Africa Today News, New York understands that despite being the world’s third largest oil producer, Russia has continued […]
Nigeria’s New Constitution Will Be Ready In 2025 – Kalu
The Deputy Speaker of the Nigerian House of Representatives, Rt. Hon. Benjamin Kalu has disclosed that that the first draft report of the ongoing review of the 1999 constitution would be ready for Presidential assent in August 2025. He equally pointed out that the final clean copy for the presidential assent after the voting on […]