AGS NEWS – President Emmanuel Macron announced on Monday that France is ready to host the Paris Olympics as he visited the Athletes’ Village just four days before the Games begin. “We are ready and will be throughout the Games,” … Continue reading Macron declares France ready to host Paris Olympics
France has announced its intention to return $150 million of the General Sani Abacha loot to Nigeria. This move follows years of efforts by the Nigerian government to repatriate assets linked to the late military leader, General Sani Abacha. Catherine … Continue reading France announces return of $150m Abacha loot to Nigeria
French President Emmanuel Macron has announced the withdrawal of France’s ambassador and troops from Niger in response to the July coup that ousted President Mohamed Bazoum. France has approximately 1,500 troops stationed in Niger, and the new military rulers had … Continue reading France set to withdraw ambassador and troops from Niger
Niger’s military government has escalated its criticism of France, accusing Paris of “blatant interference” for supporting the country’s ousted president, President Mohamed Bazoum. Bazoum, a French ally, was detained by his guard on July 26, and France’s statements in support … Continue reading Niger military regime accuses France of “Blatant Interference” in affairs
Nigeria’s late ambassador to France, Kayode Laro, was laid to rest at his family compound in Ilorin, Kwara State’s capital, following his arrival at the General Tunde Idiagbon International Airport. The casket, draped in the national green and white colors … Continue reading Burial of Nigeria’s ambassador to France, Kayode Laro, takes place in ilorin
Co-hosts Australia achieved a remarkable milestone by reaching the Women’s World Cup semifinals for the first time after a breathtaking penalty shoot-out triumph against France at Brisbane Stadium. Following a goalless 120 minutes, the Matildas secured a 7-6 victory in … Continue reading Australia advances to women’s world cup semifinals with penalty shoot out win over France
A significant gathering of coup supporters took place near a French military base in Niger, signaling escalating tensions just after West African leaders revealed plans to assemble a “standby” force aimed at reinstating the deposed leader. The ex-president’s deteriorating detention … Continue reading Coup supporters stage protest near French military base in Niger
Niger’s military junta has cut off diplomatic ties with Nigeria, France, Togo, and the United States, according to a national broadcast by Colonel Major Amadou Abdramane, spokesperson for coup leader General Abdourahmane Tchiani. The move comes amidst ongoing tensions following … Continue reading Niger republic severs ties with Nigeria, USA, and France
According to the Justice Minister of France, Eric Dupond-Moretti, over 700 people have been handed prison sentences in relation to the riots that took place in the country at the end of last month. He commended the “firm” response of … Continue reading France sentences over 700 rioters to prison
Charly Boy, the controversial singer also known as Charles Oputa, has responded to demands for his arrest following his recent statement. In a tweet on Saturday, he encouraged Nigerian youths to follow the example of French protesters who destroyed public … Continue reading Charly Boy mocks those who call for his arrest over his recent comment
Iran has released two French citizens who were jailed in separate cases, according to an announcement by France. Bernard Phelan, who also holds Irish nationality, and Benjamin Briere were freed from their prison in Mashhad and are currently en route … Continue reading Iran frees two jailed French citizens, urged to release others
Bola Tinubu, the President-elect of Nigeria, has embarked on a working visit to Europe. This journey comes just two weeks after his return from a trip to London, Saudi Arabia, and Paris, signifying his active engagement on the international stage. … Continue reading Tinubu departs Nigeria prior to presidential inauguration
France’s Finance Minister Bruno Le Maire has confirmed that the country will continue with its structural reforms to overhaul its economy, despite the recent credit downgrade from Fitch, which lowered France’s debt rating to “AA-” from “AA”. Fitch stated that … Continue reading France commits to continuing economic reforms despite Debt downgrade
According to a prosecutor from the region, only three of the protesters in Alsace who allegedly insulted President Emmanuel Macron during his visit last week will face trial in September. The President received a hostile reception during his first trip … Continue reading French protesters to be tried for insulting President Macron over controversial pensions policy
Emmanuel Macron has signed into law his controversial pension reform, a move that has drawn accusations of “contempt” from unions and the left who have been protesting against it for three months. The law was published in France’s official journal … Continue reading French President, Emmanuel Macron, signs controversial pension reform into law amidst ongoing protests
A French court has convicted 11 individuals alleged to be members of the Kurdistan Workers’ Party (PKK) for terror financing, as part of the PKK’s campaign for autonomy for the Kurdish minority in Turkey’s South-East. The accused, who are Kurds … Continue reading France convicts 11 individuals for terror financing, allegedly linked to the Kurdistan Workers’ Party
French unions have urged refinery workers to join nationwide protests against a bill that seeks to increase the retirement age by two years to 64. This has resulted in some train cancellations and potential strikes among refinery workers, garbage collectors, … Continue reading France faces the 12th day of protests against the pension law – President Macron schedules a meeting with unions
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