The Nigerian Union South Africa (NUSA) has called on Nigerians living in South Africa to obey the country’s laws and carry themselves with dignity as true ambassadors of Nigeria. President General of the Union, Smart Nwobi, made the appeal in a statement issued by his aide, George Sylvester, on Wednesday to commemorate Nigeria’s 65th independence…
Dr Michael David, Executive Director, Global Initiative for Food Security and Ecosystem Preservation (GIFSEP) says Africa needs about 53 billion dollars grant to enhance food sovereignty. David said this in Abuja on Wednesday, at the Civil Society Organisations (CSOs) and Media Workshop on Climate Adaptation. According to him, we need the right finance to impact…
The Super Eagles of Nigeria departed for South Africa yesterday morning ahead of their crucial 2026 FIFA World Cup African Qualifier (Matchday 8) clash against South Africa’s Bafana Bafana. The journey to South Africa was not without uncertainty, as South African aviation authorities initially withheld a landing permit for the Nigerian chartered flight. Fortunately, the…
The Dangote Cement is sponsoring the Africa International Housing Show (AIHS) which opened on Monday at the Transcorp Hilton, Abuja. A statement from the company said aside from the sponsorship, the company is also participating in the event, which is the 19th in the series. The statement signed by the spokesman of the company, Anthony…
Lesetja Kganyago, South African Reserved Bank (SARB) governor said U.S. tariffs on South Africa could cause around 100,000 job losses, with the agriculture and automotive sectors hardest-hit. Kganyago told local radio station 702 that the impact of the 30 per cent tariff, which Africa’s biggest economy faces from August 1, could cause significant damage to…
The Head of the Civil Service of the Federation (HCSF), Mrs Didi Walson-Jack, says civil service across Africa is at a critical crossroads, because of inherited systems which are no longer adequate for present-day realities. Walson-Jack made this known on Wednesday in Abuja at the maiden edition of International Conference on Civil Service Reform, with…
Lagos is set to host over 150 of the continent’s top fencers for the 23rd African Fencing Championships, with Nigeria’s 17-year-old rising star, Inkosi Brou, aiming to make a strong impression. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the championship is billed to hold between June 25 and June 29. This prestigious five-day, 12-event…
China Daily has reaffirmed commitment to promoting a more positive and accurate portrayal of Africa-China relations to combat negative stereotypes that have suffused international discourse. The media organisation stated this during a courtesy visit by delegates drawn from a think tank and Media agencies representatives from various African countries and International Department Central Committee of…
A renowned virologist, Prof. Oyewale Tomori, has raised concerns about African countries paying nearly three times more for vaccines when procured independently, yet receive far fewer doses. Speaking in an interview with News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Monday in Abuja, Tomori described the situation as unacceptable. He was reacting to new insights from a…
Billionaire philanthropist and Chair of the Gates Foundation, Mr Bill Gates, has reaffirmed his long-term commitment to Africa. Gates also announced that the majority of his $200 billion pledge will be invested in the continent over the next 20 years. This is contained in a statement made available by to the News Agency of Nigeria…
