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German President Steinmeier to Visit Nigeria for Strengthened Bilateral Ties

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December 10, 2024

German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier is set to arrive in Nigeria on Tuesday, December 10, for a two-day state visit, the German Embassy in Nigeria announced.

During his visit, President Steinmeier will meet with Nigerian President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and Alieu Omar Touray, the President of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) Commission.

Following his engagements in Abuja, Steinmeier will travel to Lagos, where he will interact with business representatives, visit a start-up hub, and meet with individuals from Nigeria’s cultural and civil society sectors.

Accompanying the German President is a delegation of CEOs and senior executives from leading German companies specializing in IT, high-tech, and energy. This reflects Germany’s growing interest in investing in Nigeria’s diverse economic opportunities.

“This visit sends a strong signal: Nigeria is an important political, economic, and cultural partner of Germany in Africa,” the German Embassy stated.

Steinmeier’s visit underscores Germany’s commitment to fostering stronger bilateral relations with Nigeria, particularly in trade, technology, and cultural exchange.

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FIFA Officially Names Saudi Arabia as Host of the 2034 World Cup

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December 11, 2024

Zion Olamide

FIFA has announced Saudi Arabia as the official host of the 2034 FIFA World Cup. The decision was confirmed during an Extraordinary FIFA Congress meeting on Wednesday, December 11, where Saudi Arabia’s unopposed bid was applauded by over 200 FIFA member federations attending remotely.

FIFA President Gianni Infantino described the vote as “loud and clear,” highlighting global support for Saudi Arabia’s bid.

Prince Mohammed bin Salman expressed excitement, promising an exceptional tournament that will bring joy to football fans worldwide.

Additionally, FIFA confirmed that the 2030 World Cup will be co-hosted by Spain, Portugal, and Morocco, with Argentina, Paraguay, and Uruguay hosting one match each in celebration of the tournament’s centenary. The 2026 World Cup will take place in the United States, Canada, and Mexico.

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The National Power Grid Collapses For The 12th Time In 2024

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December 11, 2024

Ese Ohwofa

The National Grid Collapses for the 12th time in 2024, it was reported that the power grid collapsed on Wednesday 11th of December around 2pm.

The reason behind the collapse has not yet been disclosed. This will be a total of 12 times that the Nigeria power grid collapsed. The collapse started becoming more frequent from the month of October, as it collapsed 3 within one week.

The information about the collapse was confirmed on by a tweet from the official page of Nigeria’s National Grid.

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NSCIA Appoints Five New Imams for National Mosque in Abuja

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December 11, 2024

Zion Olamide

The Nigerian Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs (NSCIA) has appointed five new imams for the National Mosque in Abuja.

The Secretary-General, Ishaq Oloyede, announced the appointees: Ilyasu Usman (Enugu), Luqman Zakariyah (Osun), Khalid Abubakar (Plateau), Haroun Muhammad Eze (Enugu), and Abdulkadir Salman (Kwara).

Oloyede highlighted the appointments as part of efforts to enhance the mosque’s role as a center for worship and learning. The selection process was vetted by the NSCIA’s General Purpose and Fatwa Committees, ensuring the imams’ qualifications.

This move also fulfills the council’s promise to increase representation from the South-East and South-South regions, marking a milestone in the mosque’s administration.