Economy
France Strengthen Partnership With Nigeria On Technology, Others
France Strengthen Partnership With Nigeria On Technology, Others
France strengthen partnership with Nigeria on technology, others. He stressed that technology remains a key area of partnership.
France’s minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs, Jean-Noël Barrot, says his country is deepening collaboration with Nigeria in technology, innovation, and the creative industries.
Mr Barrot said the partnership aims to drive sustainable development and cultural exchange across Africa.
He disclosed this on Friday in Lagos during the second edition of the Forum Création Africa, which promotes creative and cultural industries across the continent.
The minister said the forum showcased exceptional talents from 42 African countries in video games, extended reality, webtoons, and digital design.
He said: “We are seeing strong participation of creative talent across Africa.
“I am happy that France contributes to this success. France leads in creative industries in Europe, while Nigeria leads in Africa.”
Mr Barrot said both countries could achieve more by connecting creative talents and entrepreneurs to co-develop industries that strengthen their economies.
He stressed that technology remains a key area of partnership, underscoring shared commitment to innovation and multilateralism.
He said both nations aim to create regulatory frameworks that promote creativity while preventing misuse of technology.
“Technology is one field where France and Nigeria have much to achieve together.
“We share a common vision of development, multilateralism, international law, and technology. We want to build strategic digital economies,” he said.
He explained that effective regulation should encourage creativity while preventing misuse that threatens collective interests.
Mr Barrot reaffirmed France’s commitment to supporting Africa’s creative and technological ecosystems.
On bilateral ties, he described France–Nigeria relations as long-standing and mutually beneficial, citing increased visits, partnerships, and collaborations

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He recalled that President Emmanuel Macron visited Nigeria in 2018, while President Bola Tinubu visited France last year, deepening ties further.
“There has been strong interaction between administrations, companies, and civil societies from both countries,” he said.
Highlighting a key outcome, Mr Barrot recalled the recent inauguration of the ‘Omi Eko’ Project, promoting sustainable water transport in Lagos.
“We have inaugurated the ‘Omi Eko’ Project to deliver decarbonised water transportation in Lagos,” he said.
The project, he noted, will deploy 78 electric boats and open 15 new waterways spanning 140 kilometres.
He said it would help Lagos cut carbon emissions and adapt to rising sea levels.
Mr Barrot said the initiative, supported by the European Union, involves a total investment of 410 million euros.
Economy
ADC Is Nigeria’s Only Reliable Political Party, Others Brought Insecurity, Hunger, Says Atiku
ADC Is Nigeria’s Only Reliable Political Party, Others Brought Insecurity, Hunger, Says Atiku
ADC is Nigeria’s only reliable political party, others brought insecurity, hunger, says Atiku. Former Vice-President Atiku Abubukar says the African Democratic Congress (ADC) is the only reliable political party in the country, noting that others have brought insecurity, hunger, poverty and unemployment.
Speaking in Jalingo, the capital of Taraba state, during the official opening of the ADC state secretariat, Abubakar said the party is ready for a 2027 victory but urged Nigerians to unite to rescue the nation.
He also asked Taraba residents to take part in the ongoing continuous voter registration exercise, adding that their participation is crucial to reversing Nigeria’s worsening hardship.
“I am in Taraba to inaugurate our new party office of the ADC, and I want you to hold the party with integrity,” Channels Television quoted Atiku as saying.
“Do not allow anybody to deceive you with any other party, because we have tasted other political parties, and they brought nothing but insecurity, hunger, poverty and unemployment. “The youths and women should know that we are doing this for them to have a better future, and I am holding on to their promise. “ADC will win Taraba state and win Nigeria as the only reliable political party.”

ADC Is Nigeria’s Only Reliable Political Party
Abubakar, who formally joined the ADC on Monday—17 months before the 2027 general election—said his experience across political platforms convinced him that the All Progressives Congress (APC), the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and other parties lack the capacity to rescue the country.
He resigned from the PDP on July 16, citing “irreconcilable differences” within the opposition party as his reason for leaving.
Akwa Ibom
Akwa Ibom Governor Pledges Commitment To Tourism, Blue Economy Development
Akwa Ibom Governor Pledges Commitment To Tourism, Blue Economy Development
Akwa Ibom governor pledges commitment to tourism, blue economy development… commends Editi Effiong for projecting State’s tourism potentials
As part of his effort to encourage tourism and enhance the State’s blue economy, Akwa Ibom State Governor, Pastor Umo Eno, has reiterated his administration’s commitment to encourage and reward young professionals who are willing to collaborate with his administration in promoting the positive image of the State through the ARISE Agenda.
The Governor made this known while fielding questions from Government House correspondents shortly after embarking on inspection of a locale of a movie, “The Black Book 2” (Old Scores), at Ishiet Beach/Market in Uruan Local Government Area.
He commended the movie Producer and Director, Mr. Editi Effiong, for his talent, vision, inspiration, and creative ability to project the tourism potentials and boost the economy of the State.
Governor Eno charged young Akwa Ibomites to shun divisive tendencies, be inspired, and emulate the creative effort of successful Akwa Ibom sons and daughters by joining hands to develop the tourism and blue economy of the State.
“The impression is amazing, seeing that we have one of our own trying to pull the world down here.
“I would love to thank and encourage him, and to let our young people see that Akwa Ibom has what it takes to drag the world’s attention.
“It depends on what you see. Someone can see this place and write one story about a swamp that has been abandoned and make all the noise. Another person sees this place and makes a great movie out of it that will market this place to the world and is able to attract the attention because of the work he has done here,” he said.
The State Chief Executive pledged his encouragement, support, and collaboration with Editi and other young Akwa Ibomites to enable them rise to the zenith of their calling.
“We are going to work with him. Editi is a young man I have known very well. This is one thing I say to our people in the diaspora, let’s partner. Come back home, whatever you see out there, bring it back here, and let’s work together.
“I think that is the story, and I am really impressed. If you know the number of people that have visited this State in the course of this film, the talents, and the caliber of artists that have been here, then this young man deserves an award and our support,” he added.

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On his part, the movie Producer and Director, Effiong, appreciated Governor Eno for his visionary leadership and passion for tourism development.
He expressed gratitude to the Governor for creating a hospitable and tourism friendly ecosystem to enhance talent exploration through the provision of good road network and quality modern facilities which distinguished the State as one of the most treasured locations in the country.
Crime
EFCC Releases Ex-AGF Malami After Hours Of Interrogation
EFCC Releases Ex-AGF Malami After Hours Of Interrogation
EFCC releases ex-AGF Malami after hours of interrogation. He said he would return for further questioning.
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has released the former attorney general of the federation and minister of justice, Abubakar Malami, after hours of interrogation by the anti-graft team.
Mr Malami confirmed his release in his X account on Saturday. The former minister said that he had been released and scheduled for another meeting with investigators.
He said that the reality behind the “fabricated allegations” levelled against him would become clearer with time.
“In line with my undertaking to keep Nigerians updated on my invitation by EFCC, I give glory to Allah for his divine intervention. “The engagement was successful and I am eventually released while on an appointment for further engagement as the truth relating to the fabricated allegations against me continues to unfold.”

EFCC Releases Ex-AGF Malami After Hours Of Interrogation
The EFCC had summoned Mr Malami through a letter dated November 24, and signed by Sunday Ofen-Imu on behalf of its chairman, Ola Olukoyede.
The EFCC did not disclose the specific allegations for which Mr Malami was invited.
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