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Nigerian Tycoon Elumelu Lands Prestigious IMF Role

Elumelu Joins Prestigious IMF Advisory Council The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has recently welcomed Tony Elumelu, a prominent figure in the African business landscape, to its Advisory Council on Entrepreneurship and Growth. By joining this council, Elumelu is not only expanding his influence but is also seated amongst a group of global luminaries. Alongside him are distinguished professionals like Professor Ufuk Akcigit from the University of Chicago, HRH Ambassador Reema Bandar Al-Saud…

Somali PM Lands in Cairo for Arab League Summit on Trump’s Gaza Plan

Mogadishu (AX) – On a bustling Monday evening, Somali Prime Minister Hamza Abdi Barre touched down in Cairo, Egypt. His arrival signals Somalia's commitment to navigating stormy diplomatic waters amid a mounting crisis. The prime minister is poised to lend his voice at an emergency summit of the Arab League, convened against the backdrop of escalating tensions in Gaza. A confluence of political will and humanitarian urgency, this summit is scheduled to unfold on March 4. Central to the discussions will be a…

Dangote Refinery Lands Major Crude Deal with African Oil Supplier

Picture this: A colossal refinery standing tall in Nigeria, not just a symbol of industrial progress but an emblem of a nation's ambition to be a giant in the petrochemical industry. The Dangote Refinery, brainchild of Africa's renowned business magnate Aliko Dangote, is making strategic and daring moves in the global oil market. Their latest venture? A million-barrel crude oil shipment expected from Algeria in mid-March, marking an essential pivot in their crude sourcing philosophy. In the…

Russia Dismisses Proposal to Exchange Seized Lands with Ukraine

Russia has swiftly dismissed the notion of exchanging occupied territories with Kyiv as a potential element in any forthcoming peace negotiations. This rejection came merely hours after a devastating barrage of drones and missiles rained down upon Kyiv, tragically resulting in the death of one individual. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky had proposed the idea of trading Ukrainian-held portions of Russia’s Kursk region for territories currently under Russian control in eastern and southern Ukraine. However, the…

Turkish Team Lands in Mogadishu to Greet Energy Research Ship

Mogadishu (AX) — An official entourage from Turkey, spearheaded by Deputy Defence Minister Musa Heybet, touched down in Mogadishu on Thursday. Their mission? To oversee the arrival of a Turkish ship geared up for seismic investigations aimed at oil and natural gas reconnaissance along Somalia's coastline.Greeting them at the airport was the Somali Minister of Petroleum and Minerals, Abdirisaq Omar Mohamed, flanked by other high-ranking officials. Adding to the throng was Fathudin Ospite, the Somali Ambassador to Turkey,…

Southwest State’s Premier Lands in Mogadishu for National Consultative Council Assembly

Mogadishu (AX) – Abdiaziz Hassan Mohamed Laftagareen, leader of Southwest regional state, landed in Mogadishu on Wednesday, ready for the National Consultative Council (NCC) meeting.On arrival at Aden Adde International Airport, a welcoming committee featuring federal lawmakers, ministers, and notable political figures greeted the delegation with warm reception as they made their way to their accommodations in the bustling capital.Social media pictures highlighted the heavy military support accompanying the group,…

WFP plane carrying food lands in Tigray from Addis Ababa

Ethiopia- Addis Ababa- The World Food Program sent a humanitarian plane to war-torn Tigray, with the aim of helping thousands of people struggling with anger and femininity. The plane was the second to be shipped from Bole International Airport to Addis Ababa and hours later landed at Tigray's Alula Aba Nega International Airport in Mekelle today. Perhaps this puts an end to concerns about Ethiopia's commitment to allow aid teams to cross Tigray without restrictions. A few weeks ago, Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed…

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