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German lawmakers pass bill to phase out coal by 2038
German lawmakers in the Lower House of Parliament on Friday passed a bill, allowing the phasing out of coal in the country by the year 2038.
Kremlin hails ‘triumph’ in vote that may extend Vladimir Putin’s rule till 2036
The Kremlin on Thursday hailed as a “triumph” overwhelming backing in a national vote on constitutional reforms to extend President Vladimir Putin’s rule.
Mongolian premier re-elected after parliamentary election victory
Ukhnaa Khurelsukh, leader of the ruling Mongolian People’s Party (MPP), was re-elected for a second four-year term as prime minister of Mongolia on Thursday.
Senator Lawan: Legislature most misunderstood arm of government
President of the Senate, Ahmad Lawan, has said that the legislature is the most misunderstood arm of Government.
Belgian king expresses deep regret for colonial past in Congo
Belgium’s King Philippe expressed deep regret on Tuesday for the “suffering and humiliation” inflicted on the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) during its 75-year period under Belgian rule.
South African lawmakers concerned over food insecurity caused by coronavirus
South African lawmakers on Friday voiced concern over food insecurity threatening 8 million people in the country as a result of COVID-19.
Using coronavirus donations to give charity a bad name
Global response to the outbreak of the Coronavirus in Africa has been remarkable, especially following fears that should the virus take hold, its impact on the continent could be catastrophic.
Czech premier slams EU ‘interference’ over subsidy misuse
Czech Prime Minister Andrej Babis on Saturday accused the European Parliament of “interference”, after lawmakers called on the Commission to introduce measures to prevent conflict of interest.
Iran’s speaker rules out possibility of talks with United States
Iran‘s parliament speaker on Sunday ruled out the likelihood of any talks with the United States over the existing thorny issues.
Arab ministers to hold urgent videoconference meeting over Libya
An urgent meeting of the Arab League Council at the level of foreign ministers would be held soon to discuss the recent developments in Libya, the Arab League announced on Friday.
Former Japanese minister, wife arrested over alleged election law violation
Former Japanese justice minister Kawai Katsuyuki and his lawmaker wife Anri Kawai have both been arrested by prosecutors over an alleged violation of the election law, local media said Thursday.
Burundi president becomes first head of state to ‘die of coronavirus’
Burundi president has become the first head of state to die of COVID-19, according to medics at the hospital where he was flown to following his death.
London police arrest man suspected of urinating on officer’s memorial
Police in the United Kingdom capital, London, said Sunday they had arrested a man suspected of urinating on a memorial to an officer slain in a 2017 terror attack, during protests in central London on Saturday.
Thousands protest outside US embassy in Denmark
Thousands gathered outside the US embassy in Østerbro, Copenhagen, to protest the death of George Floyd.
China to adopt Hong Kong national security law
The law would bypass Hong Kong’s internal legislature to punish acts related to endangering national security and subverting state power in the semi-autonomous Chinese territory.
DR Congo officials deny virus figures manipulated
Government officials in the Democratic Republic of Congo have denied any manipulation of its figures for coronavirus cases and deaths.
Chris Patten: China has betrayed Hong Kong
China has betrayed the people of Hong Kong so the West should stop kowtowing to Beijing for an illusory great pot of gold, said Chris Patten, the last governor of the former British colony.
China pushes security law after unrest
China’s parliament said it will introduce a proposal Friday for a national security law in Hong Kong at its annual session, in a move the US warned would “highly destabilising” for the financial hub.
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UBA Group appoints deputy managing directors
The United Bank for Africa Plc (UBA), a pan-African financial services group, on Tuesday announced the appointments of Mr Ayoku Liadi and Oliver Alawuba as Deputy Managing Directors.
Rasheedat Ajibade hails CAF for introducing Women’s Champions League
Super Falcons and Norwegian Toppserien forward Rasheedat Ajibade has applauded the decision of the Confederation of African Football (CAF) to introduce Women’s CAF Champions League.
Sports ministry denies appointing new AFN chief
The Ministry of Youth and Sports Development has denied appointing Mr. People S.Y Pepple as Director-General for the Athletics Federation of Nigeria (AFN), warning the sporting public, MDAs and law enforcement agencies not to do business with him.
Ibrahim Magu ‘suspended’ as acting EFCC chairman
Ibrahim Magu has been suspended as the Acting Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC).
Chelsea in pole position to sign €100 million Kai Havertz as clubs pull out...
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Coronavirus: I’m still asymptomatic – Oyo commissioner
Ten days after testing positive for coronavirus, Commissioner for Youth Development and Sports in Oyo State, Seun Fakorede, says he remains asymptomatic.
WHO urges countries to ‘wake up’ and halt coronavirus
The World Health Organization on Friday urged countries hit by serious coronavirus outbreaks to “wake up” to the realities on the ground instead of bickering, and to “take control”.
2023: Governor Bello speaks on campaign posters
Kogi State Governor, Alhaji Yahaya Bello, has distanced himself from a group or an individual purportedly campaigning and circulating his posters and flyers for 2023 presidential ambition.
Liverpool announce new long-term deal for Curtis Jones
The 19-year-old has made a big impression on boss Jürgen Klopp this season and memorably scored a stunning last gasp derby winner against Everton in the FA Cup.
322 Nigerians return home from United States
The minister added that they all tested negative for the virus and would be subjected to mandatory repatriation protocols outlined by the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and the Presidential Task Force on COVID-19 upon arrival in the country.