Congratulations are in order as the General Council has appointed Director-General World Trade Organization (WTO) Dr. Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala for a second term, effective 1 September 2025. WTO made the announcement on Friday via its X handle.Dr. Okonjo-Iweala is a Nigerian Economist who became the first woman and first African to lead the World Trade Organization...
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BRITISH LAWMAKERS TO VOTE ON ‘ASSISTED DYING’ AFTER DEBATE
British lawmakers are set to vote Friday on a landmark bill that would for the first time help terminally ill adults end their lives.If passed, it would see the U.K. follow other countries such as Canada and Australia, as well as some U.S. states, and represent one of the most significant social reforms in a generation.The bill would allow mentally...
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WHITE HOUSE PRESSES UKRAINE TO DRAFT 18-YEAR-OLDS TO INCREASE ITS MILITARY SIZE
President Joe Biden’s administration is urging Ukraine to quickly increase the size of its military by drafting more troops and revamping its mobilization laws to allow for the conscription of those as young as 18.A senior Biden administration official, who spoke on the condition of anonymity to discuss the private consultations, said Wednesday that the outgoing...
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Osimhen Rescues a Point for Galatasaray; Promises Fans the UEFA Europa League Title
Victor Osimhen scored in Galatasaray’s draw over Dutch side AZ Alkmaar in the Europa League. Sven Mijnans gave the Dutch side an early lead before Osimhen equalised for Galatasaray.18-year-old Dutch talent Kees Smit was sent off after he received a 2nd yellow in stoppage time.Osimhen thought he had won it for Galatasaray in stoppage time...
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Nigerian Stars Nominated For The 2024 Best FIFA Awards, Football Icons Messi and Ronaldo Take Center Stage.
FIFA released the list of the The 2024 Best FIFA Awards. A lot of Nigerians were nominated for this year’s prestigious awards. Super Eagles captain Williams Troost-Ekong, Ademola Lookman, Asisat Oshoala, and Paul Onuachu were all nominated. Argentina and Portuguese captains Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo were nominated, proving their impact and longevity on the...
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Tottenham And Roma Share The Spoils At The Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.
Tottenham and Roma share the spoils in Game-week five of their UEFA Europa League encounter.The match was Claudio Ranieri’s first European game since he was appointed Roma’s manager two weeks ago. Roma was met with an early setback after they conceded a penalty. Tottenham’s captain, Son Heung-min, stepped up and sent the goalkeeper the wrong...
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Photo News: Macron, Tinubu , Elumelu And Others At The France-Nigeria Business Council Meeting
“During my state visit to France, I attended the France Nigeria Business Council meeting alongside President Macron Emmanuel.“It was a productive session focused on strengthening our business, trade, and economic ties while exploring new avenues for cooperation between our two nations. Established in 2021 by President Macron, the council plays a crucial role in bringing...
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TINUBU REVEALS EXCITEMENT HEARING MACRON INTERNSHIP YEAR IN NIGERIA INSPIRES HIM STILL
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu in response to France Emmanuel Macron’s welcoming post in Pidgin English to his country saying it’s a thing of joy to recall his internship year in Nigeria at a younger age.“E still dey sweet me well well as I remember say I be young intern for French Embassy for Nigeria that...
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PRESIDENT OF FRANCE WELCOMES NIGERIAN PRESIDENT IN PIDGIN
President Emmanuel Macron of France took to his X account on Thursday to welcome Nigerian president Bola Ahmed Tinubu to his country in Pidgin English.“Na big honor for France, dear President Bola Tinubu @officialABAT, to welcome you for dis State visit as one big partner and friend of today and tomorrow.“E still dey sweet me...