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Rwanda set to establish relationship with Ogun on industry, education, others

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The Rwandan Ambassador to Nigeria, Mr. Christophe Bazivamo, expressed his country’s readiness to forge economic and educational ties with Ogun State, aiming for mutual benefits. Following a meeting with Governor Dapo Abiodun in Abeokuta, Bazivamo highlighted Ogun State’s advancements in education and industrialization, underscoring the potential for Rwanda to glean insights from these achievements.

Bazivamo elaborated on his participation in a trade event organized by the state government, where he engaged with the governor and now seeks to exchange developmental strategies. Emphasizing Rwanda’s commitment to South-South cooperation, Bazivamo praised Ogun State’s industrial and educational progress.

In particular, he highlighted the importance of industry development in a youthful population, noting its role in job creation and the stimulation of local economies through increased consumption of domestic products.

Looking ahead, Bazivamo outlined Rwanda’s aspirations to bolster its industries, providing opportunities for youth empowerment. He discussed plans to foster collaboration between Rwandan and Nigerian businesses, citing potential partnerships with the Ogun State Chambers of Commerce, Industry, Mines, and Agriculture.

Bazivamo disclosed that Rwanda and Nigeria have already established a Joint Permanent Commission for Cooperation, awaiting the finalization of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to formalize collaboration efforts.

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Furthermore, he emphasized the importance of partnership within the African Continental Free Trade Area, emphasizing the need for mutual learning and innovation exchange. Bazivamo praised Ogun State’s local production initiatives and expressed a desire for Rwandan entrepreneurs to learn from them, potentially replicating successful models back home.

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We’ll be forced to export 97% of our petrol – Dangote Refinery warns

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Dangote Refinery has announced that it will need to export 95-97 percent of its Premium Motor Spirit (petrol) due to low interest from Nigerian marketers. The refinery, which processes 650,000 barrels per day, revealed that only 3 to 5 percent of petrol marketers are purchasing its fuel.

Devakumar Edwin, Vice President of Oil and Gas at Dangote Industries Limited, shared these details during an X Space session hosted by Nairametrics on Wednesday. He highlighted the challenges facing both the Dangote Refinery and Nigeria’s oil and gas sector.

Edwin explained, “I’m selling 2 to 3 percent to small traders who are willing to buy, while the remaining 95 to 97 percent has to be exported,” referring to the local sales of the refinery’s products.

This situation arises as the NNPCL’s deadline for adjusting the Dangote Refinery’s fuel distribution approaches without a clear plan in sight. It is worth noting that while Aliko Dangote, President of Dangote Group, has announced the refinery’s initial petrol rollout, its distribution to marketers is contingent upon NNPCL’s decisions.

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FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup: Round of 16 fixtures confirmed [Full list]

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The final sixteen teams for the 2024 FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup in Colombia have been determined following the conclusion of the group stage.

In recent matches, Ghana triumphed over New Zealand with a score of 3-1, and Japan secured a 2-0 victory against Austria.

As a result, Japan has advanced to the Round of 16, joining the other 15 teams in this knockout stage.

The Round of 16 matches are scheduled for Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday.

The full lineup for the Round of 16 is as follows:

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  • Spain vs Canada
  • Brazil vs Cameroon
  • Colombia vs South Korea
  • Mexico vs USA
  • North Korea vs Austria
  • Germany vs Argentina
  • Netherlands vs France
  • Japan vs Nigeria
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Nigerian Army debunks reported mass resignation of soldiers

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The Nigerian Army has refuted claims of widespread resignations among its soldiers due to issues like corruption and low morale.

In a statement, Major General Onyema Nwachukwu, Director of Army Public Relations, dismissed these reports as unfounded.

A news outlet had alleged that numerous Nigerian soldiers were resigning because of corruption and low morale. However, the statement condemned these allegations as misleading and a deliberate attempt to create discontent and undermine the Nigerian Army’s reputation and the dedication of its personnel.

Major General Nwachukwu clarified that, similar to other military organizations worldwide, service in the Nigerian Army is voluntary rather than mandatory. This means that personnel have the freedom to resign following established procedures.

He explained that the resignation process allows personnel to prepare and manage their entitlements, including pensions and gratuities, as outlined in the Harmonized Terms and Conditions of Service (Officers/Soldiers).

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Contrary to the report’s implications, the statement emphasized that Nigerian Army personnel are highly motivated, and their welfare is a priority under the leadership of Chief of Army Staff, Lieutenant General Taoreed Lagbaja.

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