THE on-going right wing shifts in European parliamentary elections give the impression that there are seismic shifts in the plates of its politics. Please don’t worry yourself. There are no possibilities of earthquakes. These are mere rumblings in the belly of its body politic. It is said that Europe’s far-right gained historic grounds in the elections, but the lesson for us Read More…
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Nigeria joins global effort for secure AI: Unveiling international guidelines
Nigeria, alongside the United States, Britain, and 15 other nations, revealed an international pact aimed at ensuring the safety of artificial intelligence (AI) from malicious use. Emphasising the need for AI systems to be “secure by design,” the 20-page document focuses on urging companies involved in AI development and utilisation to prioritise public and customer Read More…
Nigerian-German economic ties strengthened by $500 million renewable energy pact and gas export deal
In Berlin, Nigerian and German firms have solidified their economic partnership by signing two significant agreements, announced a presidential spokesperson. The deals encompass a substantial $500 million renewable energy pact and a gas export arrangement, marking a pivotal step in bolstering ties between the nations. Union Bank of Nigeria and Germany’s DWS Group sealed a Read More…
Nigeria receives 20 plundered Benin bronzes from Germany
The latest European nation to return cultural artefacts to their African origin is Germany, which, according to German Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock, has sent 20 Benin bronzes from its museums to Nigeria. The handovers are the clearest sign yet that progress is being made toward the return of artefacts looted from Africa by Europeans during Read More…
Despite beating Costa Rica, Germany’s World Cup dream ends
Despite a 4-2 victory against Costa Rica in their last Group E encounter on Thursday, four-time champions Germany were eliminated at the first hurdle for the second straight tournament. Germany arrived in Qatar hoping to repair their damaged reputation following their group stage exit in 2018. Instead, they ended third in the rankings, tied with Read More…
German authorities seek ways to pry open fume-leaking hazardous container
The German authorities currently are on the lookout for ways to pry open a container leaking hazardous fumes from an industrial estate in the city of Mannheim. 16 police officers have sustained injuries from the leaking fumes “The operation is ongoing, but the situation is currently stable,” a spokesperson for the operation said. Adding that Read More…
Bayern Munich extend Bundesliga lead to 9 points after beating RB Leipzig
Bayern Munich had to fight hard for a 3-2 win against RB Leipzig on Saturday to extend their 2021/2022 Bundesliga lead over Borussia Dortmund to nine points. Thomas Müller broke the deadlock in the Allianz Arena in the 12th minute, taking the rebound after goalkeeper Peter Gulacsi saved Robert Lewandowski’s effort. However, it did not Read More…