The chairperson of the African Union Commission, Moussa Faki Mahamat has lauded the membership of the A.U into the G20 saying it will help the continent meet global challenges. The AU Commission Chairperson disclosed this on his X (formerly Twitter) handle after the announcement of the permanent membership status of the African Union in the…
In a bid to address challenges that may arise as a result of the sudden relocation of international airlines from the old international terminal of the Murtala Muhammed Airport (MMA), Lagos to the recently commissioned terminal at the same airport, the Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Mr. Festus Keyamo has set up a five-man…
The African Union formally took its seat as a new member of the G20 Saturday at the invitation of Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The expansion of the bloc is a notable diplomatic victory for Modi, who faces national elections next year and has used hosting rights for this year’s forum to burnish his image…
Global rice prices reached a 15-year high in August after top exporter India banned some overseas sales of the grain, the Food and Agriculture Organization said Friday. While global food prices eased in August, those of rice rose 9.8 percent compared to the previous month, “reflecting trade disruptions in the aftermath of a ban on…
Bill Gates’ foundation trust shows confidence in Anheuser-Busch despite recent struggles. Explore the investment and challenges faced by the beer company. Anheuser-Busch, the parent company of Bud Light, has encountered a challenging year, but amidst the adversity, one high-profile investor has displayed unwavering confidence: the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation Trust. In a recent regulatory…
Undeterred by jetlag from a long intercontinental journey, President Bola Tinubu, on Tuesday, arrived in New Delhi to the immediate embrace of Mr. Gopichand Hinduja, the Chairman and CEO of the Hinduja Group of Companies, a conglomerate with a total asset portfolio exceeding $100 billion U.S. Dollars. The Indian Industrialist was received by the President…
By Stanley Nkwocha Discover the Latest from the BRICS Summit and Nigeria’s Diplomatic Milestones The recently concluded BRICS summit, comprised of Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa, holds captivating significance. This year’s assembly took place in Johannesburg, South Africa, with participation from all BRICS leaders barring Russia’s Vladimir Putin. Amidst the international fervour,…
Amid the trend of many stores embracing self-checkout options, Trader Joe’s stands apart as a steadfast advocate of cashier interactions. In a podcast recently released by the company, CEO Bryan Palbaum and President Jon Basalone confirmed that Trader Joe’s has no intentions of incorporating self-checkout in its vast network of stores. This distinctive approach to…
British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak has expressed his anticipation for an upcoming meeting with Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, aiming to bolster the UK-Saudi cooperation. This announcement follows reports suggesting that officials from both nations are actively working to schedule a meeting in London before the year’s end. In a recent phone conversation, the…
Elon Musk himself has expressed his disappointment regarding Meta’s alleged misconduct, firmly stating that cheating is absolutely unacceptable. The Republican Interest recently reported on Musk’s emphasis on the value of fair competition within the digital landscape, and his belief that any intentional misappropriation of trade secrets undermines the integrity of the industry. Continued Legal Action:…
