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Nigeria’s Unending Energy Paradox – Abundant Minerals, Imported Energy

  Nigeria’s push toward renewable energy is increasingly defined by a contradiction: vast natural resources on one hand, and heavy dependence on imports on the other. Speaking on TVC News, renewable energy expert Michael David laid bare this tension, pointing to deep structural gaps—especially in mining, local processing, and policy direction.   “Nigeria has not […]

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UN Leadership Race Heats Up as Latin America, Africa Submit 4 Candidates 

  Four candidates from Latin America and Africa have formally entered the race to succeed António Guterres as Secretary-General of the United Nations, as the global body confronts mounting questions over its relevance and authority.   The contenders—Michelle Bachelet of Chile, Rafael Grossi of Argentina, Rebeca Grynspan of Costa Rica, and Macky Sall of Senegal—are […]

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Globeleq to Build $315 Million Solar-battery Plant in Zambia

  Globeleq is planning to develop a 250-megawatt solar and battery hybrid power project in Zambia, with completion targeted for 2029.   The project will include a battery system capable of delivering up to four hours of storage, with a capacity of 150 megawatts, according to a company statement. Backed by British International Investment and […]

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Africa Needs Double Dangote-scale Refineries for Energy Sufficiency

  Africa will need at least two refineries the size of the Dangote facility to meet surging fuel demand, according to the Africa Finance Corporation’s State of Africa’s Infrastructure Report (SAIR) 2026, which highlights a deepening gap between the continent’s resources and its industrial capacity.   The report, launched on Thursday, estimates that demand for […]

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France Presses on for Namibia oil Despite Failed 42.5% Offshore Stake

  France is intensifying its drive to secure a share of Namibia’s fast-growing oil industry, backing its energy giants and deepening diplomatic engagement, even as recent disputes over deals expose regulatory tensions in one of Africa’s newest frontiers.   A delegation of about 20 French energy and industrial firms concluded a business mission to Namibia […]

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Dangote Vows to Lead New Major Oil Refinery Project in East Africa

  Africa’s richest man, Aliko Dangote, has pledged to support the construction of a new oil refinery in Tanzania, as African leaders move to reduce reliance on fuel imports from the Middle East amid ongoing geopolitical tensions.   The proposed refinery will be located in the port city of Tanga and connected to Mombasa by […]

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Unregulated Mining Puts Nigeria’s Geological Wealth at Risk, Says Toteu

    A renowned Cameroonian geoscientist, Felix Toteu, has warned that years of neglect and weak regulatory frameworks are exposing Nigeria’s geological assets to serious risk, particularly in the context of expanding mining activities.   He noted that Nigeria sits on vast but underutilised geological resources that could drive mining-led growth, tourism, and education if […]

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Five Critically Injured in Denmark Head-On Train Collision

A serious head-on train collision occurred in Denmark on the morning of Thursday, April 23, 2026, causing significant alarm and emergency activity. The crash took place on a regional line linking Hillerød and Kagerup in the North Zealand region, located northeast of Copenhagen. Emergency officials confirmed that there were 37 passengers on board the two […]

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Corps Member Beaten to Death by Vigilantes in Benue

A serving National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) member, identified as Ben Agir, was allegedly beaten to death by members of a local vigilante group in Buruku Local Government Area of Benue State. The incident reportedly occurred during a night patrol operation between 11:00 PM and 12:00 AM on Sunday, April 19, 2026. According to the […]