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We”ll grow local trade abroad – Nigerian giant pipe producer vows

Uzo Kingsley - November 24, 2021

Nigeria A Nigerian pipe manufacturer has expresses readiness to build capacity, facilitate already existing process that will aid export...

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Nigerian Pipe giant tasks govt. on improved policies, business growth

Uzo Kingsley - February 15, 2021

NIGERIA Nigeria has often been lashed for its unfavourable business environment which is made worse by regulations that suffocate...

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Nigeria’s pipe company gets certification from Agency

Uzo Kingsley - September 9, 2020

NIGERIA Agency in-charge of certifying products in Nigeria, the Standard Organization of Nigeria (SON), on 9th September 2020, presented...

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Chinese firm to invest $147m in copper project in DRC

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skynewsafrica Ethiopia’s Health Minister says the coronavirus pandemic was not related to any country or nationality, she said it as a “test against humanity” which required Ethiopians to join the world to defeat. “#COVID19 is not related to any country or nationality. It is a test against all humanity. We should fight it together and defeat it. I call upon all my fellow Ethiopians to join hands with the world to fight this global challenge,” her post on Twitter read. It is believed to be connected to a United States Embassy statement that alerted to rising anti-foreigner sentiments in parts of the country. The embassy cautioned that foreigners were being targeted with the accusation that they were infected with Covid-19, the respiratory illness caused by coronavirus. In a security alert said as at March 18, the embassy: “continues to receive reports regarding a rise in anti-foreigner sentiment.” Typical derogatory comments such as “China” and “ferengi” (a reference to foreigners) have been “reportedly coupled with the label ‘corona’, indicating a disparaging view on the link between the outbreak of Covid-19 and foreigners in Ethiopia,” it added. “Reports indicate that foreigners have been attacked with stones, denied transportation services… being spat on, chased on foot, and been accused of being infected with Covid-19,” the embassy added. Ethiopia recorded its first case last week of a Japanese national. The cases have risen to six, the sixth being of a British diplomat. Health authorities said they were testing over 900 people for the virus as part of contact tracing efforts connected to confirmed cases. Across Africa, there is a view that most confirmed cases have been imported largely from Europe. Most index cases were of either European nationals or of Africans with recent travel history to Europe. There are sixteen deaths so far, as at March 19. U.S. president Donald Trump has been under fire on Twitter for referring to the coronavirus as “The Chinese Virus.” Most people have called the reference racist especially with the WHO cautioning against tagging a global malady with a certain category of people. March 16: Ethiopia’s COVID-19 rules: Crowd ban, free transport, regulate essentials etc. Ethiopia confirmed the fifth coronavirus case on Monday (March 16), a day after it had recorded an increase of three in addition to the index case that was recorded last week. The office of the Prime Minister issued a statement surrounding key measures taken by government to safeguard public safety and orderliness. The COVID-19 National Ministerial Committee at its second meeting led by PM Abiy agreed on a number of measures aimed at addressing containment and potential spread of the virus. It announced a 10-point measure that was set to last “for the next two weeks, subject to further assessments,” the statement read. the measures included wide-ranging public bans, social interventions and regulating of economic activities propped up by the pandemic. Large gatherings including sporting events had been banned whiles small gatherings required clearance from the Health Ministry. All educational institutions with the exception of higher learning institutions were to be closed. Religious institutions and places of worship are tasked to limit gatherings A national hygiene and preventive measures movement launched from federal level to local levels Government announced allocation of budget for distribution of masks, soap, alcohol solutions and other items in critical locations. Government buses are to be availed free of charge to help control crowding in public transport. Special buses designated to take public servants to work. Private transporters are also asked to follow suit. Trade ministry to monitor and act against businesses engaging in price-gouging Special attention to be paid to the elderly. Volunteers tasked to compliment government education, prevention efforts. “The Prime Minister calls upon all to maintain calm and equip themselves with accurate information from the Ministry of Health. “Citizens are asked to maintain strong hand hygiene and avoid (ing) unnecessary physical contact in line with Ministry of Health guidelines,” the statement concluded. PM Abiy over the weekend disclosed that he had reached a partnership with Chinese e-commerce founder Jack Ma for an Africa wide supply of key coronavirus materials including masks, testing kits and literature.

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Eritrea president Isaias Afwerki returns to UAE for bilateral talks

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Eritrea president Isaias Afwerki returns to UAE for bilateral talks

Thailand's election commission on Wednesday asked the constitutional court to dissolve a political party that put forward a princess as candidate for prime minister, days after the move earned a royal rebuke from her brother, the king. Thailand has been mired in political drama since Friday, when Princess Ubolratana's name was submitted by Thai Raksa Chart, a party allied with the powerful Shinawatra clan. Ubolratana's unprecedented bid to enter frontline politics unravelled within hours after King Maha Vajiralongkorn decried the entry of a royal into the political fray as "highly inappropriate". Thailand's monarchy is seen as above politics, although royals have intervened in public during times of political crisis. The princess was disqualified as a candidate by the Election Commission, which then filed a request with the constitutional court to have Thai Raksa Chart disbanded for bringing a royal family member into politics. "That action is considered hostile to the constitutional monarchy," it said. The monarchy in Thailand is considered sacred and revered by its people, and is under the protection of draconian lese majeste laws. The king's word is considered final. The scuttling of her candidacy and potential moves to dissolve the Thai Raksa Chart party is a blow to the political machine of former premier Thaksin Shinawatra. The party was set to add to the vote bank of the bigger Shinawatra electoral vehicle, Pheu Thai, in an election where secondary parties are targeting seats via the party list system. Parties overseen by Thaksin have won all elections since 2001. Thaksin and his sister Yingluck -- who was overthrown in the 2014 coup -- live abroad to avoid convictions they say are politically motivated. - 'I'm sorry' - In an Instagram post late Tuesday the 67-year-old princess apologised for her role in the drama, which has sent jitters across the politically febrile country just weeks before elections. "I'm sorry that my genuine intention to help work for the country and fellow Thai people has created a problem that shouldn't happen in this era," she wrote. It was tagged with a hashtag: "#howcomeitsthewayitis". Ubolratana is the first-born of former king Bhumibol Adulyadej, but she gave up her royal titles when she married an American in 1972. After her divorce, she moved back to Thailand where she is regarded by the Thai public as a part of the royal family. While she said she was exercising her rights as a commoner to stand for premier, the palace statement last week said she is "still a member of the House of Chakri", referring to the name of the dynasty. Junta chief Prayut Chan-O-Cha, who toppled Yingluck's government, is running for prime minister in the March 24 poll. Analysts say the blocking of the princess's candidacy could benefit Prayut, who has portrayed himself as a defender of the monarchy. Party executives from Thai Raksa Chart have expressed contrition after the upheaval, but said they would challenge any attempt to disband it. A media organisation affiliated with the Shinawatras was also in the crosshairs this week. Voice TV, owned by Thaksin's son Ponthongtae, was ordered Tuesday by the National Broadcasting and Telecommunications Commission (NBTC) to go off-air for 15 days after two of its programs caused "confusion and provocation".

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Thai election commission moves to dissolve party linked to princess