Protesters Storm Abkhazia’s Parliament, Demand Leader’s Resignation

Protesters stormed the parliament of Abkhazia, a Russian-backed breakaway region in Georgia, on Friday, demanding the resignation of its leader over a controversial investment agreement with Moscow. The region’s self-proclaimed president firmly rejected calls to step down or flee, stating that discussions with opposition representatives were underway. Russia expressed concern over the unfolding “crisis situation” … Read more

FG Inks Deal with Russian Firm to Complete Ajaokuta Steel, Iron Ore Complex

The Federal Government has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Tyazhpromexport, the builders of the Ajaokuta Steel Plant, for the rehabilitation, completion, and operation of the facility, along with the National Iron Ore Mining Company (NIOMCO). Shuaibu Audu, the Minister of Steel Development, signed the agreement on behalf of the government in Moscow, Russia, … Read more