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The Tony Elumelu Foundation and European Union partner to transform economic empowerment of African Women

European Union joins growing list of international TEF partners driving entrepreneurship developmentJoint partnership to empower 2,500 women from 54 African countries The Tony Elumelu Foundation (TEF), Africa’s leading philanthropy committed…

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The Big 5: I’ll remodel 10,000 schools annually if re-elected – Buhari; Atiku says APC’s ‘Next Level’ campaign big on promises, vague on policy | Other top stories

These are the stories you should be monitoring today: The Federal Government has declared Tuesday, November 20 as public holiday to mark the 2018 Eid-El Maulud celebration. In a statement…

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Flooding: As EU promises aid for Nigerian flood victims, transparency is important

Succor seems to be around the corner for victims of the recent flooding situation in several parts of the country as the European Union has announced a one million pounds…

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The Late 5: 16 states embrace FG’s cattle colonies initiative, Macron says France would have voted ‘yes’ to leave the EU and other top stories

These are the top Nigerian stories that drove conversation today. Four people are feared killed after suspected herdsmen attacked Kikon, a village in Numan Local Government Area, Adamawa. The herdsmen…

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Buhari, Tinubu head to EU-AU summit in Abidjan (PHOTOS)

President Muhammadu Buhari and National leader of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Asiwaju Bola Tinubu have departed Abuja for the European Union-African Union (EU-AU) summit in Abidjan, Cote d’Ivoire. Mohammed Abdullahi…

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Britain can still remain in the EU – European Council president

European Council president, Donald Tusk has warned the "toughest stress test" of Brexit negotiations is still ahead and suggested Britain could still consider a stay in the bloc. Referring to…

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UK denies plot to increase cash offer to exit the EU

UK Prime Minister Theresa May has denied reports on Friday morning that Britain had increased its financial offer to the European Union to facilitate its exit from the bloc. "What…

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Chancellor Hammond slams Brexiteer’s impatience over no-deal divorce fund

Exchequer Chancellor, Philip Hammond has slammed backbench Tory MPs calling for him to spend billions on planning for a 'no-deal' EU divorce. • The Chancellor preaches calmness In a message…

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We will prove Brexit doomsayers wrong – Theresa May

As officials go into the fifth round of Brexit negotiations, UK Prime Minister Theresa May in a scheduled address to members of parliament has said despite the humongous task of Brexit…

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We will be ready for no-deal Brexit if talk fails – Theresa May

Following the lingering stalemate recorded in the Brexit negotiations, the U.K. government is preparing itself to leave the European Union without a deal if Brexit talks fail, Prime Minister Theresa…

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The Big 5: Oby Ezekwesili calls Buhari’s Independence speech ‘divisive;’ EU releases €20m to Niger Delta; and other top stories

Good morning. Here are the top 5 stories you should be monitoring today: Former education minister Oby Ezekwesili has criticised President Muhammadu Buhari's Independence day speech, calling it "divisive and…

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Theresa may finally be getting through to EU leaders on Brexit demands

The concessions communicated during Theresa May’s Brexit speech by in Florence last Friday have started to yield positive fruits, easing some of the tensions suffered throughout the negotiations so far.…

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Theresa May’s Florence speech fails to open trade discussions

Though many top EU officials including chief negotiator Michel Barnier acknowledged Prime Minister Theresa May’s speech in Florence as being encouraging and impressive, but still, it failed to break the…

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EU President, Juncker outlines life after Brexit

European Union President Jean-Claude Juncker has declared what he called “the wind is back in Europe’s sails” during a State of the Union speech in which he outlined his vision…

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Brexit receives boost as Danish ambassador backs UK against the EU

The Danish ambassador to the United Kingdom has promised he would help Britain to exit the EU in "an orderly fashion". He argued that the Brexit vote was “legitimate” and…

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EU negotiator, Barnier continues talks with UK Brexit Secretary, Davis

by Adedotun Michael   Michel Barnier appeared unimpressed with policy papers the UK has published this month which sets out details and options on issues surrounding Britain's actual departure from…

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Brexit negotiations resume as British Secretary meets EU counterpart

by Adedotun Michael   Brexit negotiations have resumed today as Britain’s Brexit Secretary David Davis held a joint press conference with Michel Barnier, the EU's chief negotiator, in Brussels at…

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Macron faces a difficult week with EU policy move

On the heels of a plummeting ratings at home, French President, Emmanuel Macron will lay out his foreign policy vision this week despite efforts of such on the international stage…

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You are arrogant and inexperienced, Poland Prime Minister blasts Macron

by Adedotun Michael Emmanuel Macron’s motive of touring some less rich Eastern European states to seek an amendment to the EU’s so-called Posted Workers Directive rule is not turning out…

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EU investment bank moves to block investment in the UK

by Adedotun Michael The EU is fueling the Brexit fire as The European Investment Bank (EIB) will reportedly put most UK applications for long–term loans on hold until a Brexit…

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‘European Union is just another name for 4th Reich!’ – Expert

by Adedotun Michael A political discussion show which hosted a panel of experts to discuss the current political climate in Poland as insinuated that, “instability in the nation was caused…

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Theresa May drafts new plans to exit the EU

by Adedotun Michael Britain is set to announce a plan to push for a customs partnership with the European Union (EU) which would deflect the need for a customs border…

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UK set to release publications on life after Brexit

by Adedotun Michael The department of the UK’s Brexit secretary has said it would be clarifying the UK’s position on a range of issues with the publication of formal strategy…

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Macron shuns Britain, meets European leaders

French President Emmanuel Macron seems not to have found an ally in Britain. Macron in a bid to salvage his declining popularity will be travelling to some of the poorer…

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Brexit: New rules may stop Britons from travelling to EU countries without a visa

With the assiduous Brexit process to be finalised by March 2019, travel plans will undoubtedly have to change, The Express reports. The European Commission has championed a new visa scheme for all…

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Brexit may suffer another blow over European Economic Area agreement

A hard Brexit was never up for contention, but the stiff knock it has received could not be said to have been anticipated. The latest blow to dent the process…

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EU alliance threatened as Macron moves to crackdown on Eastern European workers

Reports emanating from France is set to put a dent in the European Union alliance. Brexit opened the portal for many daring moves which eluded calculations. The latest of such reports…

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Brexit to affect 1.2m migrants

by Adedotun Michael With the first full week of Brexit negotiations poised to start today in Brussels, Lord Green of Deddington, chairman of Migration Watch has given a warning revelation.…

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Have you seen the ‘hot’ official portrait of French president, Emmanuel Macron?

French President Emmanuel Macron has released his official portrait and damn, it's hotttt. Ladies, get set to see this picture plastered around your feeds, display pictures, Insta stories, Snaps, Timelines,…

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The YNaija Cover this evening – the 27th of June

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