On February 27-28, 2024, Naval Support Activity Naples, Italy, became the focal point for pivotal discussions between U.S. Naval Forces Europe-Africa (NAVEUR-NAVAF) and the Nigerian Navy. These high-level talks, steered by Adm. Stuart Munsch and Rear Adm. Zakariyyah Muhammad, zeroed in on enhancing capabilities, maritime domain awareness, and fostering stronger bilateral maritime ties. The engagement underscored the Nigerian Navy’s crucial role in safeguarding maritime security across Africa, particularly in the battle against piracy and unlawful maritime activities in the Gulf of Guinea.… Read the rest
Local activists and international environmental groups want Nigeria’s government to delay approving the sale of oil company Shell’s onshore assets, claiming Shell is trying to shirk its environmental and social responsibilities in the highly polluted Niger Delta.
The London-based company is trying to sell its subsidiary Shell Petroleum Development Company — which operates its onshore assets in the delta — to Renaissance Africa Energy Company, a consortium of local companies.… Read the rest