Coups: Nigeria won’t condone disloyal soldiers – Army Commander warns
The General Officer Commanding (GOC) 81 Division Nigerian Army (NA), Major General Mohammed Takuti Usman, has warned that the Nigerian Armed Forces will not condone disloyal soldiers. Usman while issuing the warning on Wednesday asked soldiers to be loyal to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, the country and the constituted authority at all times. The GOC […]
Democracy in shambles: African govts risk financial ‘blockade’, FDI squeeze over rising coups
• Fear rises over selloff of assets linked to African countries • Protecting democracy in Africa paramount priority, Canadian PM tells Tinubu • Tinubu: Rule of law, electoral dispute resolution must not perish in Africa • Gabon coup underscores slippery France’s influence in African – Expert • ECOWAS urged to initiate new economic roadmap on […]
Harvest of coups threatens Africa’s democracy, Gabon military ends Bongos’ 56-year reign
The military overthrow of the democratic government in Gabon, coming a month after a similar development in Niger, is raising concerns about the future of democracy in Africa, write ADELANI ADEPEGBA and GIFT HABIB The hail of gunfire which woke the residents of Libreville, the capital of Gabon, on Wednesday, signified the latest military coup […]
Yaskawa Solectria to showcase First Solar-optimized inverters at RE+
Yaskawa Solectria Solar announced the company will bring its SOLECTRIA XGI 1500-DCG models to RE+ 2023. Designed to be paired with First Solar’s PV modules, these models feature an electrically grounded DC input, ensuring optimal performance and longevity. All XGI 1500-250 and XGI 1500-200 inverters feature SiC technology, high power and high efficiency. All of Solectria’s… […]
2023 elections: Some observer groups flaunted guidelines, PAACA alleges
Tribune Online 2023 elections: Some observer groups flaunted guidelines, PAACA alleges Some Civil Society Organisations (CSOs), especially those who observe elections have been accused of tilting their reports towards partisan inclinations following the outcome of the 2023 general elections. Speaking at a two-day post-election review meeting for Civil Society Organisations organised by Peering Advocacy and […]
PTDF partner Nigerian universities on renewable energy sources
Tribune Online PTDF partner Nigerian universities on renewable energy sources The Petroleum Trust Development Fund (PTDF) has partnered with some Nigerian Universities on research into renewable energy sources in the country amidst the global calls for just energy transition. The PTDF’s Executive Secretary, Dr. Bello Aliyu Gusau, stated this on Wednesday during a workshop titled […]
Nautilus & EnergyMark supply solar for small to mid-size NY businesses
Nautilus Solar Energy and EnergyMark join forces to democratize access to community solar for small to mid-size businesses in New York. The partnership aims to overcome barriers like credit rating requirements and long-term commitments, enabling local companies to tap into 16 MW of solar capacity and reduce their carbon footprint. The post Nautilus & EnergyMark […]
Seplat Energy Signs MoU With MTN Nigeria On 5G
…..In a bid to strengthen its industry leadership Nigeria’s leading oil and gas company Seplat Energy has signed a 5G2Business Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with MTN Nigeria to deploy 5G services to enhance their overall business efficiency. This co-operation will see both Seplat and MTN strengthen their respective industry, market and sectoral leadership in Nigeria […]
Residents rally to power New England retirement community with solar energy
Meadow Ridge, a continuing care retirement community in Redding, Connecticut, has signed an agreement with Verogy, a West Hartford-based solar energy company, to build a 732-kilowatt solar installation. When complete, the project will supply Meadow Ridge with nearly 20% of its annual electricity, for an estimated savings of $7.3 million in electricity costs over the… […]
Africa: Seven coups in three years
The turbulent continent of Africa has experienced seven coups since August 2020, before army officers in the West African country said Wednesday they had deposed President Ali Bongo in Gabon. A timeline: – 2023: Niger – On July 26, 2023, members of the presidential guard overthrow Niger’s President Mohamed Bazoum, elected in 2021. General Abdourahamane […]