On Tuesday, the Philippine defense chief labeled China as the “biggest disruptor” of peace in Southeast Asia, amid rising tensions between Manila and Beijing over contested reefs and waters in the South China Sea. Gilberto Teodoro made this statement during…
Nigeria’s national oil company, the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC Ltd.) has commenced exportation of Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) to Japan and China. The shipment which is delivered on Ex-Ship (DES) basis is in line with its strategic vision…
Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) has urged Nigeria’s 36 state governors and the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Abuja, Mr Nyesom Wike to “disclose details of any Chinese loans, liabilities, and other external borrowing obtained, and guaranteed by…
By Dakuku Peterside Every story has two sides, but when a country’s reputation as a sovereign and an investment destination comes under threat, it calls for immediate concern and action from its citizens and leaders. The recent unfolding of a…
On Tuesday, a new high-speed railway began trial operations, linking the major economic hubs of Hangzhou and Wenzhou in the Yangtze River Delta region of eastern China. Spanning 260 kilometers, this railway is designed to operate at speeds of up…
…Lagos Red Line operations likely to kick off February In line with its THEMES agenda to bolster the infrastructure of Lagos State, Lagos State Governor, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu has procured additional rolling stocks for the Blue Line and Red Line…
Oil fell above one dollar on Wednesday due to the economic growth in China, the world’s second-largest crude user. There were slightly missed expectations, raising concerns about future demand, while U.S. dollar strength dented investor’s risk appetite. Brent crude futures…
With several countries across the world looking towards the maritime and blue economy sector, the immediate past director general of the Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA), Dr Dakuku Peterside says developing robust technology infrastructure and leveraging smart applications…
Vice President Kashim Shettima has clarified that Nigeria did not apply for membership of BRICS, that is the Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa bloc. According to Channels Television, Shettima spoke on Friday on the sideline of the BRICS…
The Chinese Navy Escort Task Group (ETG) 162, comprising MSL Destroyer NANNING, MSL Frigate SANYA, and Supply Ship WEISHANHU, on Sunday visited Nigeria to strengthen bilateral relationship between the two countries. The Chinese Ambassador to Nigeria, Mr Chi Jian Chun,…
