Politics 17 April 2025

Africa: Trump plans to close american embassies and consulates

During his first term, Donald Trump had already shocked with his derogatory remarks about African nations, notably when he referred to them as “shithole countries”…
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Announced dead, this billionaire could be alive in Russia

Since his disappearance during a solo excursion in the Alps on April 7, 2018, Karl-Erivan Haub, then 58, has long been believed to have died in a skiing accident. However, new evidence suggests that he might be alive and residing with a younger woman in Moscow. The information was reported by several international media outlets, including the New York Post.

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Nestlé criticized for adding sugar to baby products in poorer countries: investigation reveals troubling practices

In countries like Germany, the United Kingdom, or Belgium, Nestlé products for children, such as baby cereals like Cérélac, are touted for their absence of added sugar. A standard that reassures parents concerned about their toddlers’ nutrition. However, a recent investigation conducted by the Swiss organization Public Eye in collaboration with the International Baby Food Action Network (IBFAN) reveals a very different reality in lower-income countries.

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Diesel price drop: Tinubu applauds Dangote's initiative

In a statement released Wednesday in Abuja by the President’s Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Chief Ajuri Ngelale, President Bola Tinubu has commended Dangote Oil and Gas Limited for reducing the price of Automotive Gas Oil (AGO), also known as diesel. Tinubu sees this price reduction as a significant step towards achieving the long-awaited economic prosperity for Nigeria and its domestic businesses.

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Funeral of the famous Nigerian actor Mr. Ibu will take place over 5 days, here are all the details

The Nigerian film community is gearing up to bid a final farewell to one of its most iconic pillars, Mr. John Okafor, affectionately known as Mr. Ibu. The announcement of his elaborate funeral ceremony, spanning five days, has captured public attention, offering a glimpse into the magnitude of the tribute that will be paid to this legendary actor.

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A company owned by billionaire Femi Otedola rakes in $40 million in revenue in the first quarter of 2024

The electric power company led by Nigerian billionaire Femi Otedola makes waves in the financial market with a revenue of $40 million recorded in the first quarter of 2024. This company, a cornerstone of the Nigerian electrical industry, continues to impress with its outstanding performance, thanks to ambitious expansion strategies and visionary management.

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