German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier undertook a four-day visit to Africa from 10 to 14 December, focusing on strengthening Germany’s ties with Nigeria, South Africa and Lesotho. His trip underscored Germany’s commitment to enhancing economic cooperation, supporting political reforms and promoting sustainable development across the continent, the German presidency said. Nigeria: Energy and Economic Cooperation Steinmeier began his tour in Nigeria, …

As expected, German Chancellor Olaf Scholz has lost a vote of confidence in the Bundestag, setting the stage for early federal elections. The motion, held on Monday (16 December), saw 394 members of parliament voting against Scholz, while only 207 supported him, and 116 abstained. The result fell far short of the 367 votes needed to secure a majority, effectively …

The Lagos State Government has inaugurated a Diaspora Real Estate Desk to streamline property investments for Nigerians abroad. The initiative, unveiled recently, is a partnership between the Lagos Lands Bureau and the Lagos State Office of Diaspora Affairs, aiming to address common challenges diaspora investors face in navigating Nigeria’s real estate market. Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu emphasized the program’s importance in …