World Bank to FG: You won’t succeed in lifting 100m Nigerians out of poverty
The World Bank says it is hopeful the Federal Government can achieve its target of lifting 100 million Nigerians out of poverty in 10 years, but warned. on Friday, that such an ambitious goal won’t succeed without the execution of policies to keep adolescent girls in school and also provide
Federal high court bars media and others from covering terrorism cases
A federal high court has barred the media from covering terrorism cases in the country. The court’s Chief Information Officer, Dr Catherine Christopher said in a statement that terrorism proceedings will be conducted in secret except when the Chief Judge of the court, Justice John Tsoho, grants permission for media
UN suspends Russia from human rights council
The United Nations General Assembly has suspended Russia from the UN Human Rights Council after high-profile allegations of atrocities committed by Russian soldiers during the war in Ukraine. The measure suspends Russia’s membership in the Council and would launch a review of the matter if the UN deems it appropriate.
European Union imposes sanctions on Putin’s daughters
The European Union has imposed sanctions on two adult daughters of Russian President Vladimir Putin as part of a new package of measures targeting Russia for its invasion of Ukraine, according to two EU officials. The EU included Maria Vorontsova and Katerina Tikhonova in its updated list of individuals facing
Ukrainian officials accuse Russia of using ‘mobile crematoriums’
In one of the creepiest allegations to emerge from the Russian invasion of Ukraine, the Kremlin is being accused by Ukrainian officials of using “mobile crematoriums” to incinerate dead civilians in a deliberate effort to cover up alleged war crimes in the hard-hit city of Mariupol. Mariupol Mayor Vadym Boychenko
Nigeria, others at high risk of debt distress, IMF warns
Nigeria and 72 other countries are at high risk of debt distress or already in debt distress, according to a new report by the International Monetary Fund, IMF. The report, titled “Restructuring debt of poorer nations requires more efficient coordination,” noted that low-income countries face fewer debt challenges today than
Cargo plane breaks into two during emergency landing
A cargo plane carrying mail and packages skidded off the runway and broke in two during an emergency landing in Costa Rica on Thursday, causing the temporary closure of the international airport in San Jose. Smoke was billowing from the bright yellow plane of German logistics giant DHL as it
Ghana bans spending in foreign currencies, makes Cedi sole legal tender
The Ghanaian government has banned spending and transaction of businesses in foreign currencies in the country. The Central Bank of Ghana, which disclosed this in a statement Thursday, warned citizens and companies to stop transacting business, pricing goods and services and advertising in foreign currencies. According to the country’s apex
Que-Machano: Farmers equiped after two-day training in cashew nut export and certification
Que-Machano Nigeria Limited, in conjunction with Valency International Agro Limited and Udoamaka Diogbe Farmers Multi-purpose Cooperative Society Limited, organized a two-day training in Enugu State. The program which ended today had some prominet dignities in attendance. The Head of Operation, Que-Machano Nig Ltd Mr. Tochukwu Okpa said that the welfare
APC cancels nomination fees for female aspirants
Ahead of next year’s general election, the ruling All Progressives Congress APC has granted a financial waiver to all female aspirants on its platform, expressing greater commitment to gender mainstreaming. The landmark decision puts to end the frustration often faced by female aspirants, most of who found it difficult to