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Senate probes allegation that Nigeria, France back Lakurawa militia to destabilise Niger

Senate probes allegation that Nigeria, France back Lakurawa militia to destabilise Niger

The Senate has begun a probe into allegations raised by the Head of State of Niger Republic, Brig. Gen. Abdourahmane Tchiani, accusing Nigeria of colluding with France to destabilise Niger through a new militia group called Lakurawa, allegedly operating in Nigeria’s Northwest region. The Senate has also resolved to conduct a fact-finding visit to the …

Nigeria, France sign MoU to foster research, training, and student exchange in minerals sector

Nigeria, France sign MoU to foster research, training, and student exchange in minerals sector

Nigeria and France have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to foster collaboration in research, training, and student exchanges within the minerals sector.   The MoU aims to enhance the critical minerals value chain through joint projects promoting knowledge and skills transfer between Franco-Nigerian institutions.   The announcement was made in a statement shared on the official …

Major economic agreements signed in Tinubu’s state visit to France

Major economic agreements signed in Tinubu’s state visit to France

President Bola Tinubu’s recent three-day state visit to France marked a significant achievement in strengthening economic ties between Nigeria and France. The visit saw the formal inauguration of Zenith Bank’s operations in France and the signing of key agreements aimed at fostering long-term collaboration in critical sectors, including infrastructure, energy, agriculture, and solid minerals. France …