October 25
Nigeria: Nigeria's External Reserves Hits $40.2bn - CBN
Vanguard
The Central Bank of Nigeria, CBN said that the nation's external reserves has risen to $40.2 billion as at October 18, 2024. Read more »
Nigeria: All 8 Passengers in Bonny Chopper Disaster Feared Dead - Police
Vanguard
NSIB investigates helicopter crash Read more »
Nigeria: VP Shettima's Plane Damaged in New York, CHOGM Trip Cancelled
Premium Times
It is the second time in five months that Mr Shettima would cancel an official trip due to plane problem. Read more »
Nigeria: What Tinubu's Cabinet Reshuffle Means for Kano APC [opinion]
Premium Times
President Tinubu says the reshuffle is part of "eight far-reaching actions to reinvigorate the Administration's capacity for optimal efficiency pursuant of his commitment to… Read more »
Nigeria: Music Video Production, Promotion Now Cost N100 Million, Timaya Laments
Premium Times
"When you call these young Nigerian artistes, they tell you ₦50 million, ₦30 million, because they're spending a lot of money and need to make it back." Read more »
Liberia: Liberia Expands Aviation Partnerships With Key Int'l Agreements
Liberian Observer
... at International Civil Aviation Air Service Negotiations 2024 event in Malaysia Read more »
Nigeria: Shell Divestment - Amnesty Warns Against Worsening Human Rights Abuses in Niger Delta
This Day
Amnesty International has urged federal government of Nigeria to ensure that Shell's planned sale of its operations in the Niger Delta region, does not worsen human rights abuses… Read more »
Nigeria: Nigeria-Vietnam Business Group Holds Meeting to Improve Bilateral Trade
This Day
The Embassy of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam in collaboration with the Nigeria-Vietnam Economic, Trade and Cultural Association, (NVETCA) will be holding a high-level Round… Read more »
Nigeria: Govt Calls for Local Solutions to Curb Climate Impact On Health
This Day
The federal government yesterday called for local solutions and better partnerships to tackle the growing effects of climate change on health in the country. Read more »
Nigeria: To Avert Plane Crash, Govt May Shut Down Enugu Airport Over Deteriorating Runway
This Day
The federal government may shut down Akanu Ibiam International Airport, Enugu for the rehabilitation of the runway, to make it safe for air travellers. Read more »
Zimbabwe: President to Sign Anti-Sanctions E-Petition
The Herald
PRESIDENT Mnangagwa will today append his signature on an electronic petition (e-petition) against the continued imposition of illegal Western sanctions on the country to amplify… Read more »
Zimbabwe: 1,044 Health Facilities Now Solar-Powered Nationwide
The Herald
At least 1 044 health facilities nationwide have been equipped with solar units, achieving a cumulative capacity of 11 megawatts under the Solar for Health (SH4F) initiative,… Read more »
Zimbabwe: Rights Lawyers Condemn Passing of 'Repressive Pvo Bill' in Senate Without a Debate
New Zimbabwe
Zimbabwe Lawyers for Human Rights (ZLHR) have condemned the recent passing of the controversial Private Voluntary Organisations (PVO) Amendment Bill by the Senate without any… Read more »
Nigeria: Okonjo-Iweala Disowns Separatist Ekpa Over Fake World Bank, IMF Loan for Biafra
Leadership
The Director-General of the World Trade Organization (WTO), Dr. Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, has publicly distanced herself from claims made by a Biafra separatist Simon Ekpa, who claimed… Read more »
Rwanda: Rwanda Inks New Exploration Deal With Global Mining Giants Rio Tinto
New Times
Rwanda has inked a new mineral exploration deal with global mining giants RIO Tinto Mining and Exploration (RTX) Ltd, after "tremendous potential" has been found in the country. Read more »
Nigeria: Abia Pensioners to Otti - We Are Yet to Receive Full Pension Arrears, Gratuity
Vanguard
The Nigeria Union of Pensioners, NUP, Abia State branch, has denied receiving full payment of arrears of pensions and gratuity from the state government. Read more »
Nigeria: Elegance, Sophistication of the New Minister of Women Affairs, Imaan Sulaiman-Ibrahim
Vanguard
The new Minister of Women Affairs, Hon Imaan Sulaiman-Ibrahim has a proven track record of service, integrity, and most importantly, a very compassionate and empathetic woman who… Read more »
Liberia: Lofa County Government Schools Overcrowded, Teachers and Students Struggle
Liberian Investigator
Several government high schools in Lofa County are grappling with severe overcrowding, leaving teachers and students struggling to cope with the challenging conditions. The… Read more »
Liberia: My Experience As a Journalist On the Trip to Pristina, Kosovo (October 1-5, 2024)
Liberian Investigator
Having the opportunity to visit Kosovo was a once-in-a-lifetime experience for which I am eternally grateful to the European Union for selecting me. Read more »
Southern Africa: SADC Statement On Removal of Sanctions On Zimbabwe [document]
SANF
Statement by His Excellency Dr. Emmerson Read more »
Ethiopia: Japan Strengthens Ties With Ethiopia Via School Expansion Projects
Ethiopian Herald
ADDIS ABABA-The Japanese government has reaffirmed its support for education in Ethiopia by funding the expansion of schools in Sidama State, the Embassy of Japan in Ethiopia… Read more »
Kenya: Justice Chigiti Refers Petition Challenging Proposed Adani JKIA Takeover to CJ Koome for Empanelment
Capital FM
The High Court has referred the petition challenging the proposed takeover of the Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) by Adani to Chief Justice Martha Koome for the… Read more »
Nigeria/Libya: CAF Set for Verdict On Botched Libya-Nigeria Afcon Qualifier
Premium Times
Sources close to Libya Al-Ahrar Channel indicate that the Libyan Football Federation will appeal the decision if it is unfavorable Read more »
Zimbabwe: AUC Chairperson's Statement in Support of End of Sanctions Against the Republic of Zimbabwe
African Union
The Chairperson of the African Union Commission Moussa Faki Mahamat renews the African Union call for the immediate and unconditional lifting of all remaining sanctions imposed… Read more »
October 24
Africa: UNEP's 2024 Emissions Gap Report Warns - 'No More Hot Air, Please'
IPS
"We're playing with fire, but there can be no more playing for time. We're out of time," says UN Secretary General António Guterres Read more »
