Nigerian authorities have recorded a major milestone in crude oil production, reaching 1.7 million barrels per day (bpd) compared to 1.1 million bpd in 2022. The Director-General of the Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC), Mr. Gbenga Komolafe, disclosed this at the Renewed Hope Global Town Hall Conference in Abuja. Mr. Komolafe attributed the reduction…
Togo’s ruling Union for the Republic (UNIR) has secured a decisive victory in the senatorial elections held on Saturday, February 15, solidifying President Faure Gnassingbé’s hold on power. This win comes ten months after the party’s overwhelming success in the legislative elections, where it won 108 of 113 seats. According to the Independent National Electoral…
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African leaders have taken a major step toward financial independence by formalizing the creation of a continental financial rating agency. This initiative aims to provide fairer economic assessments for African nations, reducing reliance on international rating agencies that many argue are biased against the continent. The decision was a key topic of discussion at the…
Security has been significantly reinforced at the Prempeh Assembly Hall in Kumasi, now serving as the new venue for the Council of State election in the Ashanti Region. This comes after recent disruptions marred the electoral process, prompting authorities to implement strict security measures to ensure a peaceful and orderly vote. The decision to enhance…
