PUTIN WOOS AFRICAN LEADERS AT SHOWCASE SUMMIT, SAYS RUSSIA IS BETTER PARTNER THAN 'COLONIAL' WEST. (PHOTO).

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 Putin woos African leaders at showcase summit, says Russia is better partner than 'colonial' West President Vladimir Putin told African leaders ​on Wednesday that Russia was their best partner, accusing what he cast as a colonial West of still trying ‌to exploit the continent's resources and using debt to hold back development, Reuters reported. The Kremlin chief was speaking at the third Russia-Africa Summit in Moscow, a two-day event attended by African leaders and government delegations from 48 countries, during which he will hold one-on-one talks with many of the 22 individual African leaders ​attending on everything from trade to security, arms deals and grain supplies. "Africa is increasingly asserting itself as one of the key players in the global economy and politics. However, the emergence of a multipolar world is, of ​course, no easy task; it faces resistance from countries that are not prepared to accept this reality: those who are accustomed to ​thinking i...

US ANNOUNCES $27M HUMANITARIAN AID FOR NIGERIA. (PHOTO).



 US announces $27m humanitarian aid for Nigeria



The U.S. government has unveiled a $27 million humanitarian aid package specifically for Nigeria, aimed at supporting vulnerable populations and enhancing resilience against food insecurity and climate change impacts. The announcement was made by the U.S. Mission in Nigeria on Tuesday in Abuja, underscoring the commitment of the U.S. to address critical humanitarian needs in the region.


U.S. Ambassador to Nigeria, Mary Beth Leonard, highlighted the significance of the aid, stating, “This funding represents our ongoing commitment to support Nigeria in its efforts to combat food insecurity and adapt to the challenges posed by climate change. We are dedicated to helping communities build resilience and ensure sustainable development.” Leonard’s comments reflect the broader scope of the aid package as part of a larger $536 million initiative for sub-Saharan Africa.


The U.S. Mission emphasized that this allocation is a crucial component of its humanitarian efforts across the continent. “Our goal is to provide immediate relief while also fostering long-term solutions to the pressing issues of food insecurity and climate resilience,” said the U.S. Mission spokesperson. The aid is expected to significantly impact communities in Nigeria, offering both immediate support and a foundation for future stability. 

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