July 03
Nigeria: Allegation of Bias - Reps Deputy Speaker Defends Self, Says All Lawmakers Are Equal
Premium Times
A member, Cyril Hart, staged a walkout during Tuesday's plenary session in protest against what he described as bias by the deputy speaker against new members. Read more »
Ghana: Counter Advertisement to LPG Cylinder Circulation Emerges On TV
Accra Times
A group of LPG operators are sponsoring advertisements that counter the cylinder circulation model recommended by the NPA. Read more »
Nigeria: Like Mandela, Nnamdi Kanu Stands for Truth, Justice - Kinsmen Write Tinubu [opinion]
Vanguard
...say his release 'll strengthen hope in one Nigeria, restore peace to S'East Read more »
Ghana: Elections 2024 - Group Attempts to Jeopardize Napo's NEC Endorsement
Accra Times
The hitherto unknown group marched to Dr. Bawumia's campaign office in Kumasi on July 1 to request a running mate who embodies humility and approachability for the Party's… Read more »
Ghana: Stakeholders Prepare to Familiarise Themselves With Revised 'Cement Pricing' Li
Accra Times
Stakeholders curious about details of the revised 'cement pricing LI' as it has been laid before Parliament. Read more »
Nigeria: Worker Docked for Allegedly Gambling With Employer's N900k in Lagos
Vanguard
A super market employee, Abiola Agbaje, on Tuesday pleaded guilty before an Ejigbo Magistrates' Court, for allegedly gambling with his employer's N900,000 without his consent. Read more »
Liberia: Angry Players Lock Margibi Supt.'S Offices
New Dawn
Angry players besieged the offices of Margibi County Superintendent Victoria Duncan in demand of pay from the National County Sports Meet. Read more »
Liberia: Climate Activist Wants an Environmental Court Established Here
New Dawn
Environment activist Mr. Tundy Rodney Tarn has proposed setting up a special Environmental Court and requiring the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to demonstrate political… Read more »
Nigeria: #spotcheck - Striking Online Photo Shows New York City, Not Lagos, Nigeria
Africa Check
#SPOTCHECK: Striking online photo shows New York City, not Lagos, Nigeria Read more »
Ghana: Govt Misused $1 Billion IPP Debt - Minority
Accra Times
While accusing the government of hiding the truth and not providing practical solutions to the country's economic problems, he called for a national dialogue on Ghana's economy. Read more »
Ghana: Ghana and Nigeria Join Imd Global Competitiveness Ranking for First Time
Accra Times
The rankings measure how countries are achieving long-term value creation for their people, using indicators such as economic performance, and government efficiency Read more »
Nigeria: EU Unveils Digital Platform to Boost Investment in Nigeria's Agribusiness
Premium Times
"The EU-Nigeria Agribusiness Platform will contribute to boosting the exploration and exploitation of agribusiness opportunities between Nigeria and the EU." Read more »
Nigeria: Nigeria's Interest Rates Hampering Job Creation, Economic Growth - Dangote
Premium Times
CBN has increased interest rates by a total of 750 basis points across three consecutive Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) meetings. Read more »
Nigeria: How Wike's Refusal to Relate With Me Is Hurting FCT - Senator Kingibe [interview]
Premium Times
The Senator representing the FCT, Ireti Kingibe, speaks at length on the rift between her and the FCT minister, Nyesom Wike, and the relevance of the road construction projects he… Read more »
Nigeria: Govt Sets 3-Month Target to Deliver Renewed Hope Housing Estate in Delta
This Day
The federal government has started the construction of the Renewed Hope Housing project in Delta State with a three-month completion deadline. Read more »
Cote d'Ivoire: 5 Trafficked Benue Girls Rescued in Cote d'Ivoire - NAPTIP
Vanguard
Five Benue girls, who were trafficked recently to Cote D'Ivoire by a syndicate in the state have been rescued and awaiting repatriation to the country. Read more »
Nigeria: Govt Alone Can't Solve Housing Issue in Lagos - Sanwo-Olu
Vanguard
Govrnor Babajide Sanwo-Olu of Lagos State, yesterday, declared that the state government alone cannot address the housing deficit but promised to bridge the deficit in the state. Read more »
Nigeria: Reps to Probe 'Unethical Practices' By Multinational Companies in Nigeria
Premium Times
The House also asked the Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) to immediately halt the alleged unfair business practices by multinationals. Read more »
Nigeria: How Soldiers Killed Two Local Security Guards in Enugu - Senate Panel
Premium Times
The Senate Committee said the slain guards were on a mission to foil a robbery attack when they were killed by soldiers. Read more »
Nigeria: Senate Urges Nimet to Make Flooding Predictions Available to Nigerians
Premium Times
Senate urges NiMet to make flooding predictions available Read more »
Nigeria: Reps to Organise a Public Hearing On the Oronsaye Report
Premium Times
The lawmakers said the review of the report will be comprehensive and thorough, taking into cognisance the diverse perspectives and expertise available to them. Read more »
Nigeria: Police, Vigilantes Foil Robbery On Kano-Zaria Highway, As Villagers Kill Suspected Bandit
Premium Times
The armed robbers and suspected cattle rustlers barricaded the road with logs of wood and stones early Tuesday morning Read more »
Nigeria: Borno Attacks - 'Boost Security Now, Save Lives' - Can Urges FG
Vanguard
The Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) has urged the Federal Government to boost security in the country following the recent attacks in Borno State. Read more »
Ghana: Reviving Ghanaian Fashion - the Digital Transformation of Dan Morton Tailors
Accra Times
Dan Morton Tailors Limited, an illustrious brand with a storied past, has been a cornerstone of Ghanaian fashion since the 1950s, weaving a legacy that is as rich as it is… Read more »
Nigeria: Dlocal Partners Wakanow Group to Streamline Cross-Border Payments
Premium Times
This partnership, according to the company, aims to streamline and simplify cross-border payments for Wakanow's customers throughout Africa, supporting the company's expansion into… Read more »