Tag: france
French President Macron calls Tinubu amidst Benin Republic’s coup attempt tension
Macron revealed that President Tinubu requested support and partnership of France in tackling the security challenges and taking care of…
Macron set to name next French premier
Macron is under time pressure, because if highly indebted France wants to get a budget for the coming year in…
Trump to speak at UN after France recognises Palestinian state
US President Donald Trump will address the UN General Assembly on Tuesday, along with leaders from Jordan and Qatar.
France, Belgium to recognise Palestine at UN conference
Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas will participate via video link after the Trump administration denied him a visa.
Zidane’s son snubs France, chooses to play for Algeria
Through his father’s family, who came from the Kabylie region of Algeria, Luca qualifies to represent the North African nation.
Stolen African king’s skull returned after 128 years
Madagascar has finally welcomed home the skulls of a king and two warriors that were carted away by French troops…
UEFA Nations League: Yamal magic helps Spain survive France comeback in 9-goal thriller
By Femi Fabunmi Defending champions Spain booked their spot in the UEFA Nations League final after a dramatic 5-4 win…
Spain survive French frenzy in 9-goal classic to reach UEFA Nations League Final
In the dying seconds, Randal Kolo Muani latched onto a pinpoint cross from Cherki to head home France’s fourth goal,…
PSG victory turns violent: Two dead, 221 injured, 264 vehicles burnt in France
The ministry confirmed that 559 people were arrested nationwide, with 491 of those in the capital. At least 192 civilians…
France issues new arrest warrant for ousted Syrian leader al-Assad
At the time, al-Assad’s government was attempting to regain control of Daraa from opposition forces. In 2023, the French judiciary…
Niamey: With burning coals in hand, no time for debates
Tchiani’s claims might have been partly based on assertions eleven days earlier by Nigerian health practitioner, Shehu Mahdi, alleging the…
Tchiani’s allegations: Between facts and fiction,
The only “proof” of Tchiani’s fairytales came from a video shared by Mahdi Shehu, a disreputable social commentator. Shehu alleged…
Macron acknowledges error on early elections in New Year’s speech
The speech caps a tumultuous 2024 for Macron, who shocked the nation halfway through the year by calling early elections,…
CDS Musa reacts to alleged plan to use Nigeria to destabilize Niger Republic
Musa made the declaration in Sokoto on Thursday in obvious response to recent claim by the leader of Niger Republic…
FG dismisses claims against Nigeria by Niger Republic junta leader
The claims about the alleged establishment of a so-called Lakurawa terrorist headquarters in Sokoto State, purportedly orchestrated by Nigeria in…
Nigeria, France sign historic MOU to boost critical Minerals Value Chain
In the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) signed by both countries on the sidelines of the official visit to France by…
Tinubu: No going back on economic reforms of my administration
Tinubu said this while reiterating that the reforms embarked upon by his government would improve Africa’s economic prospects, according to…
Tinubu: I’m committed to returning out-of school children to classrooms
Speaking at the meeting held at the Palais des Élysée at the beginning of his three-day state visit to France,…
Tinubu’s visit to France promises significant benefits for Nigeria – Presidency
Bayo Onanuga, Special Adviser to the President Information & Strategy who revealed this in a statement on Tuesday said Tinubu's…
Italy end 70-year wait with historic victory against France in Paris
The momentum shifted further in Italy's favour as Mateo Retegui provided a brilliant assist to Davide Frattesi, who scored to…
Woman addresses court after husband drugged, let others rape her
“The image is unbearable, I’m lying lifeless in my bed, asleep, and they’re about to rape me,” the 71-year-old said…
CEO of Telegram Pavel Durov arrested in France
Pavel Durov, the founder and CEO of the Telegram messaging app, was arrested at the Bourget airport outside Paris on…
Breaking: Tinubu jets out to France Monday
Ngelale did not disclose the nature of Tinubu's visit to France.
Chinese firm releases one presidential jet for Tinubu’s trip to France
The company said it released the aircraft, an Airbus A330 currently detained in France as gesture of goodwill to allow…
USA narrowly edge France to win gold in Women’s Basketball in Paris Olympics
The French team pushed the Americans to their limits, but that did not stop them from winning the gold medal…
USA storms to gold in Men’s Basketball final at Paris Olympics in classy fashion
Curry, seeking his first Olympic gold, drilled four straight triples, including a ridiculous heave, to close the door shut on…
Spanish teenager Yamal coy over ‘dream come true’ wonder strike
Spain teenager Lamine Yamal on Tuesday sought to play down excitement over his wonder goal against France. Yamal, however, said…
Deschamps blames failure in front of goal for France’s Euro 2024 exit
Inefficiency in front of goal cost France at the European Championship, team head coach Didier Deschamps said after Tuesday’s 1-2…
Spain hit Euro 2024 final after moving past France in explosive match
The 16-year-old Yamal unleashed a powerful shot from long distance. His precise attempt glanced off the post into the top…
Euro semi-final: Spain dare France as Netherlands battle England for final spot
France, on the other hand, have managed to advance to the semi finals without scoring from open play as Les…