South Africa reassures Nigerian travellers amid security concerns
The South African Consulate General in Lagos has reassured Nigerian travellers, investors and tourism stakeholders that South Africa remains a safe and welcoming destination, following reports of cancelled or revised travel bookings linked to recent protests and alleged incidents involving…
Meet the founder who took a detour from tech, and raised $1.5 million to build West Africa’s largest safety footwear company
From Tech Dreams to Safety Boots: Founder Raises $1.5 Million to Build West Africa’s Largest Footwear Company What began as a detour from the technology industry has grown into one of Nigeria’s most remarkable manufacturing success stories. Shamsideen Atunde, founder…
Zambia Completes External Debt Buyback Worth $1.36 Billion
Zambia 🇿🇲 has successfully executed the world’s first $1.36 billion debt-for-development swap. The country repurchased its $1.365 billion Eurobond maturing in 2053, with 97.85% of investors approving the deal. The African Development Bank is extending a $600 million concessional loan…
Four Nigerians die in Ethiopian prison
Four Nigerian nationals have reportedly died while serving prison terms in Ethiopia, sparking concerns among members of the Nigerian community and calls for a thorough investigation into the circumstances surrounding their deaths. According to reports, the deceased were being held…
SENEGAL FANS BARRED FROM WORLD CUP AS VISA DELAYS DERAIL TRAVEL PLANS
Thousands of Senegalese football supporters will reportedly miss the FIFA World Cup after widespread visa processing issues prevented many fans from securing travel documents in time for the tournament. According to reports, visa delays and administrative challenges have affected a…
US extradites convicted ex-Ghanaian official over $6 million fraud
Justice has no borders. The United States has extradited Sedina Tamakloe Attionu to Ghana, following her conviction on 70+ corruption-related charges, including embezzling more than $6M equivalent in Ghanaian taxpayer funds,” the embassy stated. It added: “This is our strong…
Africa’s largest refinery cuts petrol unit by 34% as exports slump
Industry monitor IIR Energy said the refinery’s Residual Fluid Catalytic Cracking Unit (RFCCU) is expected to return to full rates by mid-June after repairs to a flue gas slide gate valve. “Initially, lighter crude being processed resulted in insufficient feed…
Again, Cameroonian soldiers invade Cross River community
The Nigerian Army has successfully contained an unauthorised incursion by Cameroonian soldiers into Danare community in Boki LGA of Cross River State, averting a potential escalation that caused panic among residents. A statement signed by Lieutenant Colonel Olabisi Olalekan Ayeni,…
Why the Nigerian Government Postponed the Evacuation of Citizens from South Africa
Why the Nigerian Government Postponed the Evacuation of Citizens from South Africa The Nigerian government has explained why it postponed the planned evacuation of its citizens from South Africa, saying the delay was caused by administrative and logistical issues. The…
African referee denied entry to US for World Cup
Award-winning Somali referee Omar Artan, set to be the first from his country to officiate at the World Cup finals, was denied entry to the United States, a sports ministry official told AFP on Monday. It was not immediately clear…