Antony Blinken
5 Feb
US Secretary of State Antony Blinken arrived in Saudi Arabia on Monday for another Middle East crisis tour, hoping to secure a new truce in the Israel-Hamas war as Gaza saw no let-up in fighting.
4 Feb
The significance of the state visit, penultimate Tuesday, (precisely January 23) of the United States Secretary of State, Antony Blinken to Nigeria cannot be underrated against the backdrop of existing relationship between the two countries..
1 Feb
Barely two months after a Nigerian Army airstrike accidentally killed 85 people and injured several others in Igabi area of Kaduna State, the United States has said it would continue to engage with Nigerian authorities on minimising harm to civilians during military operations.
31 Jan
Barely two months after a Nigerian Army airstrike accidentally killed 85 people and injured several others in Igabi area of Kaduna State, the United States has said it will continue to engage with the Nigerian authorities on minimising harm to civilians during military operations. Speaking on Tuesday during a briefing on the outcome of U.S.…
31 Jan
An information and communication technology (ICT) company, 21st Century Technologies, is keying into the United States’ vision to propel innovation and foster a digital ecosystem in Nigeria.
29 Jan
The United States Secretary of State, Antony Blinken, has commended the African Development Bank Group for the exceptional efforts it is undertaking to help Africa feed itself and the rest of the world.
26 Jan
Secretary of State Antony Blinken sought on a trip to Africa to prove US commitment both in gestures and deeds, but it was also about playing defence as crises mount and Russia and China eye gains.
24 Jan
United States Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken has commended the collaborative efforts between the United States and Nigeria in combating the HIV/AIDS epidemic and addressing the challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic.
24 Jan
United States Secretary of State Antony Blinken yesterday pledged $45 million in additional financing to tackle the escalating security concerns in Nigeria and neighbouring coastal West African countries, where insecurity linked to jihadist insurgencies has increased in recent years.
22 Jan
As United States Secretary of State Antony Blinken embarks on a diplomatic visit to Africa, the Health Sector Reform Coalition (HSRC) in Nigeria calls on American government to continue its leading role in tackling healthcare challenges in Africa through successful initiatives such as the President's Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR) and support for the…
17 Jan
US Secretary of State Antony Blinken on Wednesday voiced doubts about reaching a ceasefire in Ukraine, saying Russia has not shown good faith nearly two years after invading.
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UNITED Kingdom government has offered support to Nigeria in tackling cybersecurity challenges. This was at the Nigeria Cybersecurity Stakeholder Roundtable organised with support from the UK’s Department for Business and Trade (DBT) attended by key stakeholders from government and private sector held in Abuja and Lagos. Top cybersecurity and tech experts from diverse sectors…
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The Plateau Government has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Rural Electrification Agency (REA) to boost power supply in rural communities using of solar energy. This is contained in a statement by Mr Gyang Bere, the Director of Press and Public Affairs (DOPPA) to Gov. Caleb Mutfwang, issued on Wednesday in Jos. Signing…
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Adewale Adeosun has been named this year’s Limited Partner Person of the Year, Africa at the Private Equity Africa awards held in London, United Kingdom. Mr. Adeosun is the Founder and CEO of Kuramo Capital Management, an investment management firm driving catalytic private institutional capital to fast-growing Africanbusinesses to generate attractive returns and positively impact local communities.
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Bad breath, also known as oral malodour or halitosis, is a very common yet treatable condition for many adults. It can be a real nuisance, causing embarrassment and discomfort for both you and those around you. Bad breath may result from something you’ve eaten or could signify a more serious oral health issue or medical…
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Afrobeats star David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido, has claimed that there are moves to cancel his December show following his controversial remarks about Nigeria’s economy. Taking to X (formerly Twitter) on Tuesday, November 27, 2024, the singer dismissed the backlash, declaring himself one of Nigeria’s ‘real ambassadors.’ READ ALSO: Nicki Minaj shouts out Davido…
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The president of All Africa Association for Small and Medium Enterprises (AAASME), Dr Ebiekure Jasper Eradiri, has called on stakeholders for speedy and commitment to agenda of 2030 Sustainable Developments Goals. He said at the United Nations summit, the AAASME was called for establishment of institution to assist local boots on the grounds to…
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British lawmakers will hold a landmark debate on Friday on a divisive and emotive bill that could set the UK on its way to legalising assisted dying for terminally ill people. A euthanasia bill was last debated, and defeated, in parliament in 2015 but public support for giving terminally ill people the choice to end…
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Chinese Defence Minister Dong Jun has been placed under investigation for corruption, a report said Wednesday, which would make him the latest official to fall in a sweeping crackdown on graft in the country's military. Citing current and former US officials familiar with the situation, British newspaper the Financial Times said the investigation into Dong…
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THE Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has detained the immediate past governor of Kogi State, Yahaya Bello, over alleged multi-billion naira fraud. While the anti-graft agency said its men arrested the former governor, a statement from Bello’s media office has it that he went to the EFCC office in Abuja with his lawyers, yesterday morning,…
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Amnesty International said Wednesday it had evidence that Angolan police killed at least 17 protesters by using excessive force, including live bullets, against public demonstrations over around 30 months. None of the officers or their superiors responsible for the killings had faced justice, the rights group said in a report that accused police of a…