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Yellow Vest Protests 'Economic Catastrophe' For France

7 hours ago /

International News

The "yellow vest" protests have been "a catastrophe" for the French economy, the Finance Minister says.

Again Buhari Assures Of Free, Fair 2019 Elections

3 days ago /

Nation

President Muhammadu Buhari says he understands the yearnings of Nigerians and strongly believes in the collective dream for a greater country, assuring that all will be done to ensure that results of 2019 elections reflect the will of the people.

Ortom Congratulates Super Falcons

1 week ago /

Nation

Benue state governor, Samuel Ortom has congratulated the super falcons of Nigeria for winning their 9th Africa Women’s Cup of Nations title, after defeating their south African counterparts in yesterday's final.

France Fuel Protests: Tear Gas Fired In Clashes In Paris

1 week ago /

International News

Police and protesters have clashed in Paris during a third weekend of "yellow vest" demonstrations sparked by rising fuel prices.

Security Forces Fire Tear Gas At France Yellow Vests Protesters

2 weeks ago /

International News

Security forces in Paris on Saturday fired tear gas and used water cannons to disperse 'yellow vest' protesters who tried to break through a police cordon on the Champs-Elysées.

France Fuel Protests Enter Third Day

2 weeks ago /

The "yellow vest" fuel tax protests around France continued into a third day on Monday with road blocks set up at petrol refineries and at strategic points on roads and motorways across the country.

US To Cut Troops In Africa To Focus On Threat From Russia And China

3 weeks ago /

The United States of America is set to withdraw a large amount of its troops in Africa as it tries counter threats coming from Russia and China.

Iran President Slams U.S. Over Sanctions

3 weeks ago /

International News

Iranian President Hassan Rouhani says the United States has chosen the wrong path in reposing sanctions on Iran and will be defeated.

Buhari departs Paris For Nigeria

3 weeks ago /

Nation

President Muhammadu Buhari has departed Paris, France after attending the Paris Peace forum and other international engagements.

Buhari Assents To 5 Bills

3 weeks ago /

Nation

President Muhammadu Buhari has given assent to five new bills.

White House Defends Trump

3 weeks ago /

International News Nation

The White House has defended US President, Donald Trump's decision to miss a memorial event on Saturday after he faced a backlash.

We Must Win Fight Against Corruption - Buhari

3 weeks ago /

Nation

Nigerian President, Muhammadu Buhari, has said that the Federal Government is determined to win the fight against corruption.

Paris Peace Summit: Buhari To Join Trump, Others On Sunday

4 weeks ago /

Nation

Nigerian President, Muhammadu Buhari, will on Sunday join his American counterpart Donald Trump, Angela Merkel of Germany and other World leaders to attend the first Paris Peace Summit in France.

President Buhari Arrives Paris

4 weeks ago /

Nation

President Muhammadu Buhari has arrived Paris, France to participate in the first edition of the Paris Peace Forum.

President Buhari To Attend Peace Forum In France

1 month ago /

Nation

Nigeria's President, Muhammadu Buhari, will today (Friday) leave Abuja for Paris, France where he will be participating in the first edition of the Paris Peace Forum, taking place between November 11 and 13, 2018.

New Caledonia: French Territory Rejects Independence

1 month ago /

International News

Partial results have said that voters in the French Pacific territory of New Caledonia have rejected a bid for independence.

Super Falcons Begin Final Preparation For 11th Women Africa Cup Of Nations

1 month ago /

Sports

Super Falcons’ head coach, Thomas Dennerby has cut the number of home –based professionals in camp for the 11th Women Africa Cup of Nations Finals holding in Ghana.

Ex-French President Nicholas Sarkozy To Face Corruption Trial

1 month ago /

International News

A French appeals court ruled Thursday that the former President Nicolas Sarkozy would stand trial on charges of illegal financing of his failed 2012 presidential campaign.