President Bola Tinubu has left Nigeria for Europe, continuing his break before a key trip to Abu Dhabi for the 2026 Sustainability Week Summit. Get the full details on his itinerary and the high-level invitation from the UAE President.
President Bola Tinubu has departed Lagos for Europe, en route to the Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week 2026. He will join global leaders to discuss climate action and Nigeria's energy future. Read more.
French President Macron approves construction of a new, larger nuclear-powered aircraft carrier to replace the Charles de Gaulle, announcing the move during a visit to French troops in the UAE.
A Paris court has rejected a request to suspend Shein in France, citing the removal of illicit products. The ruling highlights challenges for e-commerce giants in Europe. Read more.
French lawmakers fail to agree on 2026 budget, deepening political crisis. Prime Minister Lecornu faces setback as deficit concerns grow. Read the full analysis.
The UAE has launched a $1 billion 'AI for Development' initiative to finance AI projects in Africa, aiming to enhance digital infrastructure, government services, and productivity across the continent.
The UAE announces a massive $6 billion investment plan for African tourism development, targeting aviation, infrastructure, and digital projects. Learn how this partnership aims to create thousands of jobs.
A landmark EU-Mercosur trade deal faces a major setback as Italy and France demand more safeguards for farmers, casting doubt on a signing ceremony planned for this weekend in Brazil.
French parliament approves social security budget, suspending the unpopular pension age hike. Prime Minister Lecornu races to finalise the 2026 spending plan. Read the full details.
France reaffirms commitment to Nigeria's fight against Gender-Based Violence, investing in 21 local projects across 16 states. Ambassador Marc Fonbaustier highlights economic autonomy as key to protecting women. Read more.
A 58-year-old French man faces charges for fathering three children with his daughter and forcing his 11-year-old son into incest. The case, compared to Josef Fritzl, shocks Brest. Read the full report.
FCT Minister Nyesom Wike has dismissed social media reports of his arrest in France as fake and politically motivated. He addressed the claims in Abuja on December 5, 2025.
The French Embassy launches a landmark gender equality initiative in Nigeria, co-created with local CSOs, achieving a 4.3 Social Return on Investment. Discover how this model project works.
A small French town will pay expectant mothers €1,000 to give birth locally, aiming to save its maternity ward from closure. Doctors warn of safety risks. Read more.
Three teenagers tragically died after their car plunged into a swimming pool in France. Nitrous oxide canisters were found inside. Read the full details of this heartbreaking incident.
Controversial remarks by US President Donald Trump have strained relations with Nigeria and Somalia, testing security partnerships and migration policies. Read the full analysis.
ASF France reveals 82 Nigerian women face execution, highlighting gender bias and poverty in the justice system. Advocates demand a moratorium and recognition of domestic violence as a mitigating factor.
A Russian couple, convicted crypto fraudsters, were lured, tortured, and killed in the UAE after kidnappers failed to access £380 million in digital wallets. Three suspects arrested.
Africa's inaugural G20 Summit in South Africa sees UAE commit $1bn to AI development. Discover how Gulf investment is transforming the continent's tech future. Read more.
Niger's military junta announces sale of Somair uranium globally, defying France's Orano. This move marks a major geopolitical shift towards Russia and impacts Europe's energy security. Read the full analysis.
Russian President Vladimir Putin denies plans to attack Europe while France announces military service revival. Read latest developments in Ukraine conflict and peace talks.
France confirms a new 10-month voluntary military service for youth, starting summer 2026. This move prepares the nation for potential conflict with Russia by 2030. Read more.
NEPC and FMITI host a webinar to unlock UAE market prospects for Nigerian exporters, aiming to bridge a $1.5 billion trade deficit and boost non-oil exports.
Kano State forges stronger economic and social partnerships with France and China, focusing on water reform, investment, and sustainable development for the people.
President Tinubu nominates Oke, Are, Dalhatu as ambassadors to US, UK, France. Senate screening pending. Read about their credentials.
German Ambassador Annett Günther urges Nigeria to appoint ambassador to Berlin to strengthen bilateral ties. Trade between both nations surged 30% to €3 billion in 2025.
U.S. grants G42 approval to import high-end AI chips, strengthening UAE-U.S. tech partnership and establishing UAE as secure global AI hub with major computing projects underway.
The scramble for Sudan's gold, farmland, and coastline by foreign powers is fueling a brutal civil war that has killed thousands and displaced millions. Discover the hidden economic drivers behind the crisis.
Germany's Lufthansa has officially entered the race to acquire a stake in TAP Air Portugal, competing with Air France-KLM. Discover how this move impacts European aviation and TAP's strategic routes to Brazil and Africa.
Liberia and other African nations' carbon credit agreements with UAE's Blue Carbon have stalled completely, investigation reveals. No progress on forest protection deals covering millions of hectares.