By Ike Uchechukwu, CALABAR The Nigerian Export Promotion Council (NEPC) has expressed concern that the solid minerals sector’s contribution to Nigeria’s export earnings remains far below its huge potential. NEPC Executive Director, Mrs Nonye Ayeni, stated this on Tuesday in Calabar at a workshop titled “Unlocking Cross River State’s Potential: Strategies for Developing Critical Minerals […]

By Juliet Umeh A legal expert and partner at G&A Advocates LLP, Eric Gumbo, has called for a shift in Africa’s development strategy, arguing that the continent’s growth depends more on strong legal and financial frameworks than on foreign aid. Gumbo, in a thought leadership piece, said Africa’s long-standing dependence on institutions such as the […]

Iran fired a fresh broadside of missiles at Israel Tuesday, causing damage and injuries in Tel Aviv, as uncertainty swirled over possible talks to end the three-week Middle East war.

The mayor of Tel Aviv said a “direct strike” damaged a building on Tuesday after an Iranian missile attack warning, as Israeli first responders said they had treated four people for light injuries.

Four persons have been confirmed dead in a fatal road traffic crash that occurred late Monday night along the Ijebu-Ode–Ore expressway in Ogun State.