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Nigeria's Solid Mineral Sector Recognized with Excellence Awards

Nigeria's Solid Mineral Sector Recognized with Excellence Awards

Dr. Dele Alake, Nigeria's Minister of Solid Minerals Development, has endorsed the Solid Minerals Excellence Awards (SOMEA) to highlight the sector's contributions to the economy. The awards aim to recognize the impact of solid minerals, such as lithium and gold, in driving Nigeria's economic growth. The event, scheduled for May 14, 2026, in Abuja, will honor innovators and companies in the mining industry. The initiative seeks to promote responsible and sustainable mining practices, aligning with national priorities to enhance transparency and investor trust.

Local Manufacturing Key to Ending Malaria in Nigeria

Local Manufacturing Key to Ending Malaria in Nigeria

Nigeria is focusing on local pharmaceutical manufacturing as a strategy to combat malaria, which remains a significant health challenge in the country. Emzor Pharmaceutical Industries Limited advocates for building a self-sufficient pharmaceutical ecosystem to ensure consistent access to malaria treatments. Nigeria accounts for a large percentage of global malaria cases and deaths, highlighting the need for a robust local manufacturing infrastructure. The emphasis is on producing Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients (APIs) domestically to reduce dependency on imports and enhance health security. This approach aims to stabilize drug availability, pricing, and quality, ultimately improving health outcomes.

Eagles Draft Nigerian Player Uar Bernard Through International Pathway Program

Eagles Draft Nigerian Player Uar Bernard Through International Pathway Program

Eagles Draft Nigerian Player Uar Bernard Through International Pathway Program

Nigeria's Solid Minerals Sector Gains Recognition with New Awards Ceremony

Nigeria's Solid Minerals Sector Gains Recognition with New Awards Ceremony

The Nigerian government, through the Ministry of Solid Minerals Development, has endorsed the Solid Minerals Excellence Awards (SOMEA) to highlight the contributions of the solid minerals sector to the nation's economy. Dr. Dele Alake, the minister, emphasized the importance of recognizing the sector's role in economic growth, moving beyond the traditional focus on oil. The awards aim to celebrate the achievements of those in the mining industry who are driving innovation and sustainability. The event, scheduled for May 14, 2026, in Abuja, will honor various categories, including excellence in sustainable operations and significant contributions to the sector's growth.

Energy shock ripples through kitchens, forests and conservation in Africa and South Asia

Energy shock ripples through kitchens, forests and conservation in Africa and South Asia

Energy shocks linked to the Iran war are pushing households across Africa and South Asia back to charcoal and firewood as cleaner cooking methods become more expensive and unreliable

U.S. Fuel Exports to South Africa Surge Amid Middle East Supply Disruptions

U.S. Fuel Exports to South Africa Surge Amid Middle East Supply Disruptions

South Africa has significantly increased its fuel imports from the United States, with at least four tankers carrying approximately 165,000 tons of refined fuel arriving in Durban this month. This shift comes as South Africa, traditionally reliant on Gulf suppliers like Oman, Saudi Arabia, and the UAE, faces disruptions in Middle East supply routes, particularly through the Strait of Hormuz. The Fuels Industry Association of South Africa has noted a marked increase in shipments from the U.S., reflecting a broader trend among import-dependent economies to diversify sourcing strategies due to tighter shipping corridors and elevated crude and freight prices. The change in sourcing patterns is a response to global refiners and traders adjusting to disrupted supply chains and increased transport costs.

Pope Leo vows to keep working to overcome differences in meeting with first Anglican female leader

Pope Leo vows to keep working to overcome differences in meeting with first Anglican female leader

Pope Leo XIV has vowed to keep working to overcome differences with the Anglican Communion

Ekponiboro Festival Revives Cultural Heritage and Economic History in Atan Abam

Ekponiboro Festival Revives Cultural Heritage and Economic History in Atan Abam

The Ekponiboro Festival in Atan Abam, Nigeria, has been revitalized by the Unubiko Foundation, led by Chief James Umeh. This cultural event celebrates the historical wealth and trade practices of the Atan Abam people, who utilized inland waterways for commerce. The festival, which had nearly become extinct, was brought back to life with vibrant cultural presentations from 27 villages and clans with common ancestry. The event featured traditional music, dance, and a demonstration of historical trading practices, including the use of wooden boats for transporting goods. Chief Umeh, a key figure in the festival's revival, participated in a symbolic boat journey on the Igwu River, highlighting the historical significance of these waterways in the region's economic development.

Mali separatists confirm they joined Islamic militants in coordinated attacks

Mali separatists confirm they joined Islamic militants in coordinated attacks

Separatists in northern Mali have joined Islamic militants in a major coordinated attack on the Malian army

Malian defense minister killed in attack that saw jihadis and rebels seize towns, military bases

Malian defense minister killed in attack that saw jihadis and rebels seize towns, military bases

Malian Minister of Defense Gen. Sadio Camara has been killed in an attack as jihadi and rebel forces seized towns and military bases across the country

Malian defense chief is killed in attack that saw jihadis and rebels seize towns and military bases

Malian defense chief is killed in attack that saw jihadis and rebels seize towns and military bases

Malian Minister of Defense Gen. Sadio Camara has been killed in an attack as jihadi and rebel forces seized towns and military bases across the West African country

Nigeria Supports Gulf Allies Amid Rising US-Israel-Iran Tensions

Nigeria Supports Gulf Allies Amid Rising US-Israel-Iran Tensions

Nigerian President Bola Tinubu has expressed support for Gulf countries amid escalating tensions involving the US, Israel, and Iran. During a diplomatic ceremony in Abuja, Tinubu emphasized Nigeria's commitment to peace and stability, highlighting the country's strategic alliances with Gulf states such as Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and the UAE. The ceremony, which marked the accreditation of new envoys, served as a platform for Nigeria to reaffirm its foreign policy priorities, including economic reforms aimed at attracting international investment and enhancing regional security.