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Chinese firm reaches final deal to acquire Nigerian cement company to rival Dangote, BUA, others
Huaxin Cement Company, the Chinese firm expected to buy out Holcim’s 83% stake in Lafarge Africa, has reportedly valued 100%…
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Capital importation into Nigeria rises by 91.35%
Total capital importation into Nigeria increased by 91.35 percent to $1,252.66 million in the third quarter of 2024 compared to…
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10 African countries still paying colonial tax
Colonialism officially ended decades ago, but its effects are still felt in some African countries in form of colonial tax…
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Again, traders crash dollar exchange rate as naira appreciates
The Nigerian currency continued to strengthen in value against the US dollar in various currency market segments. According to data,…
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5 things to know about Ghana’s President-elect who lived in Kwara State in Nigeria
Mahamudu Bawumia, Ghana’s vice president and ruling party candidate, conceded defeat on Sunday, December 8, to opposition candidate and former…
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Chinese fishing vessel under control of suspected pirates off Somali coast, EU naval force says
A Chinese fishing vessel off the coast of Somalia has come under the control of alleged pirates, a European Union…
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Ugandan fan shot dead celebrating Arsenal beating Manchester United
A fan of English football club Arsenal, who was celebrating the team’s victory over Manchester United, has allegedly been shot…
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Central African Republic Offers Wagner Prigozhin New Home
Central African Republic (CAR) has rekindled its highest commitment and renewed friendship with the Kremlin administration for raising a precious…
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After Tinubu’s visit, Nigeria acquires 12 ‘second hand’ Alpha Jets from France
Nigeria’s military fleet has been reinforced with the addition of 12 “second-hand” Alpha Jets acquired from France. This development coincides…
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Niger junta takes control of French uranium mine
French nuclear firm Orano says the military authorities in Niger have taken control of its uranium mining operations in the…
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