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By Momodu Favour A coalition of Christian stakeholders in Kwara State has renewed its call for the emergence of a Christian governor ahead of the 2027 general elections, citing the need for inclusivity, fairness, and balanced representation in the state’s leadership. The group, operating under the banner of the Coalition of Concerned Kwara Christian […]
South Africa and Nigeria have been drawn into a sweeping United States trade investigation as Washington intensifies its efforts to confront what it deems unfair global trade practices. The US has launched a Section 301 investigation into the trade practices of 60 economies, including South Africa and Nigeria, citing concerns about unfair competition and forced […]
The United States is considering cutting critical health funding to Zambia, including HIV treatment support, as leverage to secure a deal granting American companies greater access to the country’s vast mineral resources, according to a policy memo obtained by The New York Times. The proposal, currently under discussion within the State Department, aims […]
Nigeria’s capital market regulators are reassessing rules on free float—the proportion of a company’s shares available for public trading—in a move to improve liquidity, strengthen the equity market, and attract more local and foreign investors. Many of Nigeria’s largest companies have tightly held shares, limiting the portion available for public trading. While current regulations […]
Ethiopia has introduced emergency fuel subsidies to shield households and businesses from the global oil price surge triggered by escalating conflict in the Middle East. The government is subsidising petrol and diesel to keep domestic prices stable despite sharp increases in international fuel markets. The move comes as international energy markets […]
South Africa is actively pursuing alternative energy suppliers as the conflict in the Middle East continues to disrupt global oil markets. President Cyril Ramaphosa announced the ANC’s 10-point plan and “Economic War Room” to tackle South Africa’s economic crisis amid labour tensions and financial strain within the ruling party. · South Africa is seeking new […]
By Momodu Favour Troops of the Nigerian Army under Operation Hadin Kai, working in close coordination with the Nigerian Air Force, have neutralised at least 61 suspected ISWAP fighters following a failed infiltration attempt in Malam Fatori, Abadam Local Government Area of Borno State. Security sources familiar with the operation said the insurgents launched […]