France

September 16, 2015

12 key quotes from President Buhari’s interview with France 24

On the second day of his 3-day trip to France, President Muhammadu Buhari, had an interview with French television station, France 24. During the sit-down, which lasted for a little over 12 minutes, President Buhari, addressed the issues of Boko Haram, Chibok girls, ministerial appointments and several others. Here are 12 key quotes made by Buhari,... Read More

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September 16, 2015

Buhari says negotiations has commenced with Boko Haram

President Muhammadu Buhari, says Boko Haram’s release of the abducted Chibok girls, would make the federal government willing enough, to negotiate with them. The President said on Tuesday, that his government has began talks with Boko Haram to secure the release of over 200 Chibok girls. Buhari said this in France, while speaking with members of... Read More

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September 15, 2015

This is what Nigeria needs from France – Buhari

The French government has declared its commitment to support the Multinational Joint Task Force (MJTF) with intelligence gathering and high tech military equipment. The French President, François Hollande, said this on Monday, after a closed door bilateral meeting with President Muhammadu Buhari at Eylsee Palace in Paris. He said the meeting with Buhari was essentially resolved around... Read More

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September 14, 2015

Buhari meets with French Minister of Economy (PHOTOS)

President Buhari arrived in France a few hours ago. Upon arrival, he was received by Thierry Leleu, Governor of Val de Marne, at the Pavillion de Honour, in Orly International airport. Afterwards, Buhari headed to the L’Hôtel national des Invalides, where he was received by Emmanuel Macron, French Minister of Economy. See photos:

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September 14, 2015

President Buhari’s arrival in France is snow-ful (See Photos)

Greeted by rain and snow, President Muhammadu Buhari, arrived in France not too long ago. The President Buhari, who is on a 3 day visit to France, was received by Thierry Leleu, Governor of Val de Marne, at the Pavillion de Honour, in Orly International airport. See photos;

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September 14, 2015

President Buhari heads to France (PHOTOS)

President Muhammadu Buhari has left Nigeria for his trip to France. Buhari, who flew out on Monday afternoon, will be in France for the next three days. The Nigerian President was invited by French President, Francois Hollande. During the visit, Buhari, will participate in a France/Nigeria Investment Forum with leading Nigerian and French entrepreneurs, among other activities. See... Read More

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August 25, 2015

They lied, Nigeria is not the second largest consumer of champagne in the world

I thought for a short second we were known for something internationally, even if its extravagant spending, but our joy has been dashed as we are not the highest consumer of champagne after France…. we are not even in top 20. How sad. Nigeria was named as one of the fastest growing countries in the world of... Read More

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French taxi drivers violently protest Uber

Uber is in trouble again. This time, France is the country. Taxi drivers in France are blocking roads to Paris airports in protest of @Uber pic.twitter.com/c5daYs0h78 — BuzzFeed News (@BuzzFeedNews) June 25, 2015 Via NPR: Cab drivers in France and elsewhere have become increasingly vocal critics of Uber, which they see as having an unfair... Read More

France bans African kids from “hissing” in school

With so many things happening around the world like terrorism, disease outbreaks, earthquakes, floods, “transracial” women, and racist bills being signed into law, it gives the impression that maybe the world is truly coming to an end. It beats me that although killing or detaining of Blacks in predominantly caucasian countries is racism of the highest degree and has been... Read More

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We hear United Nations may appoint Pres. Jonathan as Global Crisis Envoy

by Kolapo Olapoju United States, France, UK, China, Russia and the United Nations have reportedly decided to appoint President Goodluck Jonathan as U.N. Global Crisis Envoy. President Jonathan was endorsed by the U.N. Secretary General, Bank Ki Moon, as well as the 5 permanent members of the U.N. Security Council. Vice President Joe Biden reportedly... Read More

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Germanwings airliner crashes in France with 148 passengers on board

by Chinwe Okafor A passenger plane flying from Barcelona to Dusseldorf has reportedly crashed in France leaving all 142 passengers and up to eight crew feared dead. French President Francois Hollande fears that the Airbus A320 which came down in the southern French Alps, may not hold surviving passenger. Addressing media League Against Cancer headquarters in France, Hollande said it... Read More

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February 25, 2015

This is why Asa is the absolute coolest (PHOTOS)

by Temitope Onitiju International music star Asa has released new promotional photographs as she embarks on the European leg of her Bed of Stone album tour. A departure from her usual laid back style, the French-Nigerian soul singer appears coolly sophisticated dressed in a menswear inspired suit with a plunging neckline, and strikingly ephemeral in... Read More

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January 16, 2015

BREAKING: Another gunman takes 2 people hostage in France (See Photos)

by Isi Esene A gun man claiming to be armed with grenades and kalashnikov has taken two people hostage in Colombes, a surburb of Paris. Police have surrounded the building – said to be a post office, around seven miles from the centre of the French capital. A helicopter has been seen flying overhead. It... Read More

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January 16, 2015

Must Reads: The movie ‘Selma’ has a glaring flaw, This interview with woman dating her dad will haunt you + more

The movie ‘Selma’ has a glaring flaw. Washington Post This Interview With a Woman Dating Her Father Will Haunt You Forever. Jezebel No One Wants the Bodies of the Dead French Terrorists. Gawker The one sentence you need to read to understand France’s anti-Semitism crisis. Vox In Israel, debate over whether French Jews should come —... Read More

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January 16, 2015

We will defeat Boko Haram and all terrorists – Obama, Cameron declare

by Kolapo Olapoju President of the United States, Barack Obama, and British Prime Minister, David Cameron, have collectively vowed to defeat Boko Haram and other terrorist organisations killing innocent people across the world. The pair said in an article published on the United Kingdom Government website on Thursday, January 15, that the distorted ideologies of... Read More

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January 15, 2015

Boko Haram leader applauds Paris attack in new video

by James Sambo Boko Haram’s leader, Abubakar Shekau, has released a new video, where he expressed support for the attackers of Charlie Hebdo, a Paris satirical magazine. In the eight minutes clip, which was posted on Youtube, Shekau could be seen speaking in Arabic and holding an AK-47 assault rifle. The terrorist leader expressed his delight at the attack... Read More

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January 13, 2015

Must Reads: Here’s the cover of the new Charlie Hebdo issue, US military Twitter feed hacked by ISIS sympathizers + more

U.S. military Twitter feed hacked, apparently by Islamic State sympathizers. Reuters Satire Lives. The New Yorker Vox Sentences: France remains on guard. Vox Six Tips on Disciplining Children from an Experienced Teacher. Life Hacker Here’s the Cover of the New Charlie Hebdo Issue. Gawker Charlie Hebdo Isn’t Racist—It’s the Exact Opposite. Kinja

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January 12, 2015

Must Reads: Gambia coup plan has echoes of Hollywood farce, Unmournable Bodies + more

Unmournable Bodies. The New Yorker Gambia coup plan has echoes of Hollywood farce. Financial Times The full list of 2015 Golden Globe Winners. Vox US Ambassador to Finland Poses for Christmas Card Wearing Mostly Paint. Gawker France’s Far-Right Leader Exploits the Paris Attack and Calls for Reviving the Death Penalty. Mother Jones This Law Made It a... Read More

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January 11, 2015

7 important things you didn’t read yesterday (but should have)

by Kolapo Olapoju 1. How effective has the #BringBackOurGirls hashtag been? If the abducted Chibok girls aren’t back after eight months, what exactly did the hashtag do for them? Millions around the world got involved, rallies were held, some of the world’s most famous and most powerful people supported the movement, unfortunately, it didn’t bring back... Read More

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January 9, 2015

Must Reads: Study finds more reasons to get married, What we know about the Charlie Hebdo shooting suspects + more

What we know about the Charlie Hebdo shooting suspects. Vox Bill Cosby Makes Rape Joke at Stand-Up Show, Audience Loves It: Report. Gawker The New Yorker honors Charlie Hebdo with a brilliant cover. Vox Game of Thrones season 5 premiere date set for April 12. Vox IV Drips Touted as Hangover Relief. NY Times Study Finds More Reasons... Read More

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January 8, 2015

Must Reads: Charlie Hebdo suspect surrenders, A brief history of the century’s most notorious cults + more

Charlie Hebdo: its history, humor, and controversies, explained. Vox Charlie Hebdo terrorist attack: remembering the victims. Vox Charlie Hebdo suspect said to surrender; two others at large after Paris terror attack. Washington Post Has Jeb Bush shown Republicans a new way to talk about same-sex marriage? Washington Post Republicans Are Pushing a New Clinton Sex Scandal. Mother Jones A... Read More

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January 8, 2015

#CharlieHebdoShooting: Here’s why you can’t make jokes about Prophet Muhammed playing golf

by Adedayo Ademuwagun This week some gunmen attacked Charlie Hebdo Magazine office in Paris and shot twelve people to death. The magazine had published ‘offensive’ cartoons of the Holy Prophet Muhammed, and preliminary reports indicate that the men are Islamists who attacked in order to get back at the magazine for ridiculing the Prophet. The... Read More

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January 7, 2015

Horrific: 12 people confirmed dead in Paris terror attack

by Chinwe Okafor An attack, which was aimed at the HQ of Charlie Hebdo, a publication known for it’s controversial cartoons of the Prophet Muhammad in 2011 has left twelve people dead. The casualties have been reported to include journalists and policemen.The gunshots started at 11am on Wednesday by the gunmen and have been confirmed... Read More

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December 9, 2014

Flight manifest of the France-owned arms plane seized in Kano

by Panshak Ibrahim The supposed flight manifest of the plane carrying ammunition and arms, which was seized in Kano, has been obtained by online newspaper, Premium Times. According to the report, the manifest contained the entirety of the cargo on the Russian Antonov plane which includes 24 military hardware including a vehicle, helicopters and blades. The French-owned... Read More

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November 1, 2014

Mo Abudu speaks at ‘Women In Global Entertainment’ lunch in France

by Damilola Jagun The Executive Chairman and CEO of EbonyLife TV, Mo Abudu was a speaker at the 2014 MIPCOM’s Women In Global Entertainment Power Lunch which held at Salon CROISETTE in the MAJESTIC HOTEL, Cannes, France, on Monday, 13 October, 2014. “This is the age of women empowerment and advancement in the media as... Read More

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October 29, 2014

‘Ordinary translator’ – Jose Mourinho got some stick from Raymond Domenech

by Ubong Nduonofit In a recent jibe at Jose Mourinho, Former France boss Raymond Domenech has labelled him “a translator” and suggests that the Chelsea manager lives of a self-induced hype. According to extracts from his new book Mon dico passione du foot, which translates to ‘My Passionate Football Dictionary’, Domenech said when referring to Mourinho, “That’s the... Read More

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October 25, 2014

Sexy lady: Asa gets a boob job in new portrait (LOOK)

by Kolapo Olapoju A fan of Nigerian International singer, Asa, has painted an amazing portrait of the France-based artiste. The painter, @TheLastArtxtect, posted on Twitter, the photo-image of the portrait, which gives Asa a ‘Janelle Monae inspired look, and a sharp afro to complete it. Asa responded saying she loved the painting, while also... Read More

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October 24, 2014

National embarrassment! Power goes off during International Badminton Championship in Abuja

by Mark Bassey On the opening day of the Nigeria International Badminton Championships (NIBC) in Abuja, the organisers were embarrassed as power went off and was not restored. The incident occured on Thursday, 23 October, at the Gymnasium Hall at Package B of the National Stadium Complex. The championships’ preliminary round, which saw the Nigerian team... Read More

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October 21, 2014

Scientists create device to diagnose Ebola in 15 minutes

by Kolapo Olapoju French developers have created a new device which could allow doctors to diagnose a patient with suspected Ebola in under 15 minutes. France’s Atomic Energy Commission (CEA) said in a statement that trials at a high-security lab have validated the technique and prototype kits should be available in Ebola-hit countries by the... Read More

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October 7, 2014

Jonathan travels to Niger republic to talk terrorism with leaders of neighbouring countries

by Laila Ibrahim President Goodluck Jonathan of Nigeria, will embark on a one-day official visit to Niamey, Niger Republic today, to participate in an ‘Extraordinary Summit of Heads of State and Government of the Lake Chad Basin Commission.’ According to a statement by Rueben Abati, the president’s spokesperson, “Jonathan and other participating Heads of State and... Read More

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