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  1. Nigeria's Minister Urges Strong Climate Action at COP28 on Behalf of Tinubu

    Nigeria Nigeria's Minister Urges Strong Climate Action at COP28 on Behalf of Tinubu

    In a significant address at COP28, Balarabe Lawal, Nigeria's Minister of Environment, delivered a powerful national statement on behalf of President Bola Tinubu. Lawal emphasized Nigeria's commitment to addressing both development and climate change challenges, stressing the need for a...
  2. Delegates at COP28: Not Just Politicians – Seyi Tinubu, Chefs, Stewards and More

    Nigeria Delegates at COP28: Not Just Politicians – Seyi Tinubu, Chefs, Stewards and More

    In response to the ongoing COP28 summit in Dubai, controversy surrounds Nigeria's massive 1,411-strong delegation, with the government claiming to sponsor only 422 individuals. Presidential candidates Atiku Abubakar and Peter Obi, along with civil society organizations, criticize the delegation...
  3. COP28 Splash Scandal: Ugandan Delegates Opt for Jet-Ski Thrills Over Summit

    Africa COP28 Splash Scandal: Ugandan Delegates Opt for Jet-Ski Thrills Over Summit

    A viral video capturing Ugandan COP28 delegates jet-skiing instead of attending the summit has stirred controversy on Twitter. African citizens express discontent, comparing their representatives to those in Asia, Europe, and North Africa. Critics highlight the contrast in commitment, raising...
  4. COP28: Nigeria to Boast Africa's Largest Electric Transit Fleet, Announces Foreign Affairs Minister Yusuf Tuggar

    Nigeria COP28: Nigeria to Boast Africa's Largest Electric Transit Fleet, Announces Foreign Affairs Minister Yusuf Tuggar

    Amidst the COP28 Climate Summit in Dubai, Nigerian Foreign Affairs Minister Yusuf Tuggar has revealed a transformative plan for Nigeria to boast the largest electric mass transit fleet in Africa. The Federal Government, under Tuggar's leadership, aims to escalate the number of electric buses...
  5. Budget Crunch? Nigeria's COP28 Delegation Swells by 250% Despite Austerity

    Nigeria Budget Crunch? Nigeria's COP28 Delegation Swells by 250% Despite Austerity

    Nigeria's representation at the ongoing twenty-eighth Conference of Parties (COP28) has witnessed a staggering surge, with the number of government-funded delegates skyrocketing by over 250% compared to the previous year. Premium Times' analysis reveals that the official delegation, led by...
  6. Tinubu Returns to Abuja After COP28 Summit: Key Talks and Controversy Surrounding Delegates

    Nigeria Tinubu Returns to Abuja After COP28 Summit: Key Talks and Controversy Surrounding Delegates

    President Bola Tinubu concluded his participation in the 28th United Nations Climate Change Conference with a return to Abuja on Tuesday. The summit, hosted in Dubai, UAE, saw Tinubu engage in multifaceted diplomatic activities. During the conference, President Tinubu held crucial bilateral...
  7. German Vice Chancellor Cancels COP28 Attendance Due to Budget Crisis, Raising Climate Concerns

    Nigeria German Vice Chancellor Cancels COP28 Attendance Due to Budget Crisis, Raising Climate Concerns

    German Vice Chancellor Robert Habeck has scrapped his plans to attend the UN Climate Change Conference in Dubai, citing a domestic budget crisis following a recent court decision. The landmark ruling struck down the government's €60 billion ($65 billion) reallocation from pandemic borrowing to...
  8. Why Nigeria Should Borrow for a Thriving Economy - Jimoh Ibrahim

    Nigeria Why Nigeria Should Borrow for a Thriving Economy - Jimoh Ibrahim

    Senator Jimoh Ibrahim, representing Ondo South in the Senate, asserts that the Federal Government must borrow to effectively run Nigeria's economy. Speaking on Channels Television's Politics Today, he emphasizes the necessity of borrowing to address economic challenges, citing the example of...
  9. Senator Jimoh Ibrahim Criticizes Small Nigerian Delegation at COP28, Advocates for Larger Presence

    Nigeria Senator Jimoh Ibrahim Criticizes Small Nigerian Delegation at COP28, Advocates for Larger Presence

    Senator Jimoh Ibrahim, representing Ondo South District in the 10th National Assembly, has defended his stance on the size of Nigeria's delegation at the COP28 Climate Summit in Dubai. In an interview on Channels Television's Politics Today program, the APC chieftain argued that the 422...
  10. COP28 Delegate Dilemma: Nigeria's Government Counters Critics, Unveils Actual Sponsored Number

    Nigeria COP28 Delegate Dilemma: Nigeria's Government Counters Critics, Unveils Actual Sponsored Number

    In a twist to the controversy surrounding Nigeria's massive delegation to COP28 in Dubai, the Federal Government has defended its stance, revealing that it sponsored only 422 out of the reported 1,411 delegates. Initial reports, citing a source in the Presidency, had suggested a significantly...
  11. COP28: Why President Tinubu Missed Climate Pledge Speech

    Nigeria COP28: Why President Tinubu Missed Climate Pledge Speech

    In a peculiar turn of events at COP28, President Tinubu of Nigeria, scheduled as the 36th speaker at the 'World Climate Action Summit,' did not deliver his national statement on both days reserved for high-level engagements. TheCable, present at the event, reported Tinubu's absence from the...
  12. Peter Obi Criticizes Nigeria's COP28 Delegation, Urges Fiscal Responsibility Amid Economic Struggles

    Nigeria Peter Obi Criticizes Nigeria's COP28 Delegation, Urges Fiscal Responsibility Amid Economic Struggles

    Former Governor of Anambra State, Peter Obi, took to Twitter to express his dismay at Nigeria's 1411-member delegation to the ongoing UN climate summit, COP28, in Dubai. In a series of tweets, Obi drew attention to the irony of Nigeria matching China's contingent numbers despite vast economic...
  13. COP28 Surprise: Chagoury Tagged as Tinubu's 'Confidante' in Nigerian Delegation

    Nigeria COP28 Surprise: Chagoury Tagged as Tinubu's 'Confidante' in Nigerian Delegation

    Nigerian-Lebanese businessman Gilbert Chagoury has found himself in a unique position as the designated "confidante" of President Bola Tinubu, according to a list published by the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC). Chagoury, born in Nigeria to Lebanese immigrants...
  14. Toke Makinwa Defends Dubai Trip Amid COP28 Backlash

    Nigeria Toke Makinwa Defends Dubai Trip Amid COP28 Backlash

    Toke Makinwa responds to backlash for being part of Bola Tinubu's 1,400 delegate team to Dubai for COP28. Defending her presence, she emphasizes the event's global significance in addressing climate change, featuring world leaders and industry influencers. Toke concludes with a lighthearted...
  15. Climate Hypocrisy? Tinubu Takes 1,400-Strong Delegation Including Seyi Tinubu and Toke Makinwa to Dubai After Criticizing Emission Policies

    Nigeria Climate Hypocrisy? Tinubu Takes 1,400-Strong Delegation Including Seyi Tinubu and Toke Makinwa to Dubai After Criticizing Emission Policies

    In a surprising turn, barely a year after criticizing proposed emission cuts for Nigeria, President Bola Tinubu leads a massive delegation of over 1,400 individuals to a climate summit in the United Arab Emirates. The United Nations reports that at least 1,411 delegates from Nigeria attended...
  16. Video Surfaces of Woman Attempting to Block President Tinubu During COP28 Group Photo

    Nigeria Video Surfaces of Woman Attempting to Block President Tinubu During COP28 Group Photo

    In a surprising turn of events at the 28th UN Climate Change Conference (COPE28) in Dubai, a video capturing a Caucasian woman's attempt to obstruct President Tinubu during a group photograph has gone viral on social media. The incident occurred as President Tinubu, alongside Prince Charles and...
  17. Amid Economic Challenges, President Tinubu Leads Nigeria with Largest Delegation at COP28

    Nigeria Amid Economic Challenges, President Tinubu Leads Nigeria with Largest Delegation at COP28

    President Tinubu's leadership positions Nigeria at the forefront of African representation at COP28, despite economic struggles. Ranked third globally after China and Brazil, Nigeria boasts 1,411 registered delegates, including 821 official participants. However, this development has sparked...
  18. Tinubu and German Chancellor Scholz Ink Agreement for Extensive Grid Expansion and Energy Overhaul with Siemens Partnership

    Nigeria Tinubu and German Chancellor Scholz Ink Agreement for Extensive Grid Expansion and Energy Overhaul with Siemens Partnership

    President Bola Tinubu has inked an agreement with German Chancellor Olaf Scholz to enhance Nigeria's grid capacity and elevate electricity supply. The deal, aimed at expediting the Presidential Power Initiative (PPI), was signed during the ongoing COP28 in Dubai. Initiated in 2019, the PPI...
  19. (Video) Diplomacy or Disarray? The Size Tinubu's COP 28 Team Sparks Controversy and Laughter Online

    Nigeria (Video) Diplomacy or Disarray? The Size Tinubu's COP 28 Team Sparks Controversy and Laughter Online

    A viral video depicting the large entourage accompanying Nigerian politician Bola Tinubu at the COP 28 conference in Dubai has sparked outrage on Twitter. Many Nigerians are expressing frustration, noting that while other nations showcase efforts to reduce emissions at a climate summit, the All...
  20. Tinubu Advocates Climate Action as He Departs Abuja for COP28 Climate Summit in Dubai

    Nigeria Tinubu Advocates Climate Action as He Departs Abuja for COP28 Climate Summit in Dubai

    President Bola Tinubu has embarked on a journey to Dubai to participate in the COP28 Climate Summit, scheduled for December 1 and 2, 2023, with the theme, "Unite, Act, and Deliver." His mission focuses on urging developed nations to fulfill their commitment to provide $100 billion annually for...
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