Month: July 2024

 On July 5, commencing at 10:00 a.m. for approximately 30 minutes, Mr. TSUJI Kiyoto, State Minister for Foreign Affairs, held a meeting with H.E. Mr. Romuald WADAGNI, Minister of Economy and Finance of the Republic of Benin. The overview of the meeting is as follows. At the outset, State Minister Tsuji expressed his warm welcome to Minister Wadagni for visiting Japan and showed his gratitude for the letter from H.E. […]

 An excavation of archaeological heritage has been conducted in the area of Meal-Arha in Egri-Mekel, Emini-Haili sub-zone, in collaboration with the Commission of Culture and the Southern Region administration. Dr. Abraham Zeray, an archaeologist at the Commission of Culture and Sports, indicated that the archaeological finding was discovered during the construction of a dam in the area. The discovery included human remains and ceramics. Dr. Abraham also mentioned that additional […]

 Reacting to the hiring by the Nigerian oil regulator of the Boston Consulting Group (BCG) and S&P Global to help scrutinize the sale of Shell’s onshore assets in the country, Isa Sanusi, Amnesty International Nigeria Director, said: “The government regulator overseeing Shell’s sale of its onshore assets in Nigeria must avoid any perceived conflict of interests by ensuring and guaranteeing the full independence of any consultants it uses to review […]

 Merck Foundation (www.Merck-Foundation.com), the philanthropic arm of Merck KGaA Germany announced the Winners of Merck Foundation Africa Media Recognition “More Than a Mother” Awards 2023 and “Diabetes and Hypertension” Awards 2023 from Rwanda. Winners from the rest of the Africa were also announced, in partnership with African First Ladies, the Ambassadors of Merck Foundation More Than a Mother. The awards ceremony was held via Videoconference to felicitate all the media […]

 Siemens Digital Industries (www.Siemens.com) and PE Energy partner to enhance industrial automation in Nigeria; Combining Siemens' technology with PE Energy's expertise to boost efficiency, productivity, and sustainability; This partnership aims to drive industrial growth and competitiveness in Nigeria through advanced automation solutions. Siemens and PE Energy are proud to announce their strategic partnership, aimed at enhancing the landscape with advanced industrial automation systems, motion and drives, and process instrumentation across Nigeria. […]

 Data from a new report by the UN refugee agency, UNHCR, the UN migration agency IOM and the Mixed Migration Centre (MMC) highlights the often under-reported perils facing vulnerable people on the move on dangerous land routes. Abuse along the route “Regardless of their status, migrants, refugees, seem to face serious human rights violations and abuse along the route...We cannot lose our capacity to get outraged by this level of violence,” said Vincent Cochetel, UNHCR […]

 The African Development Bank (www.AfDB.org) has appointed Dr Babatunde Samson Omotosho, an economist and statistician, as Director of the Statistics Department, effective June 16, 2024. Dr Omotosho, a Nigerian national, has more than 21 years experience in developing data strategies to align with the strategic objectives of organisations. He also brings expertise in data compilation, data analytics, macroeconomic research, and policy analysis. Omotosho previously served as Director of Research and Statistics […]

 MSGBC Oil, Gas&Power 2024 will host its first CEO Assembly on December 2, one day before the conference and exhibition officially opens in Dakar from December 3-4, under the patronage of Senegalese President Birame Souleye Diop. This invitation-only event will gather up to 30 global CEOs from diverse sectors, including oil and gas majors, independent producers, renewable developers and technology innovators. This exclusive event offers a unique opportunity for CEOs […]