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Trump To Recognise Somaliland, Infuriate Somalia? President Abdullahi Hints Firstpost Africa
Trump To Recognise Somaliland, Infuriate Somalia? President Abdullahi Hints |Firstpost Africa | N18G Trump To Recognise Somaliland, Infuriate Somalia? President Abdullahi Hints |Firstpost Africa | N18G Somaliland's new President Abdirahman Mohamed Abdullahi says the territory is closer than ever to international recognition. President Abdullahi added that it was just a matter of time now. Reports say the US could be leading efforts to recognise Somaliland. Any such move may infuriate Somalia, but in return, reports say, Washington will be building a military base near the port of Berbera, which is a strategic location on the Gulf of Aden. Somaliland's President says the territory has been strengthening security ties with the US and together have been fighting terrorism and ensuring trade safety in the marine routes in the region. In April, US aircraft carriers, off the coast of Somaliland, played a key role in America's bombing raids on Houthi targets in Yemen. Will the US dump Somalia and recognise Somaliland for strategic advantage in the Horn of Africa? See More
Muscat Daily
29-04-2025
- Business
- Muscat Daily
Oman, Tanzania eye joint ventures in agriculture, tourism and ICT
By OUR CORRESPONDENT Muscat – Oman Chamber of Commerce and Industry (OCCI) hosted the Omani-Tanzanian Business Forum on Tuesday, aimed at strengthening economic cooperation and exploring new investment opportunities between the two countries. The forum coincided with a visit by a high-level delegation led by Dr Hashel Abdullahi, Undersecretary at Tanzania's Ministry of Commerce and Industry. Discussions focused on boosting bilateral trade, identifying strategic partnerships and reviewing investor incentives in key sectors such as agriculture, construction, tourism, mining, ICT and healthcare. A roundtable meeting brought together Omani business leaders and the Tanzanian delegation to exchange expertise and explore ways to overcome investment challenges. Both sides stressed the importance of developing mutually beneficial ties and increasing private sector engagement. Abdullahi described Tanzania as an investor-friendly destination and reaffirmed the historical relationship between the two countries. He said the delegation's visit included meetings with officials from Oman's public and private sectors to explore broader avenues of cooperation. Hamoud bin Salem al Saadi, Second Deputy Chairman of OCCI and Chairman of the chamber's South Batinah branch, said the forum highlighted promising sectors that offer opportunities for joint ventures. He noted that the discussions served as a key platform for direct dialogue and the development of long-term strategic partnerships that could expand Oman's economic footprint in Tanzania.
Zawya
24-04-2025
- Business
- Zawya
Nigeria: Kaduna Central gets $1mln for 18 zonal intervention projects in 2025 — Senator Adamu
The Senator representing Kaduna Central senatorial district, Senator Lawal Adamu, has announced that 18 zonal intervention projects, worth N2.66 billion, have been approved for implementation in the district in 2025. This was stated in a release by the Director-General of the Senator Lawal Adamu Constituency Project Office, Abdulrasheed Abdullahi. The statement noted, 'These initiatives aim to address critical infrastructure and development needs across various sectors, including roads, healthcare, water supply, electrification, environment, agriculture, and economic empowerment.' According to Abdullahi, 'The district will benefit from projects to be executed by five key Ministries, Departments, and Agencies (MDAs), with the following allocations: Federal Ministry of Science, Technology and Innovation – N1.45 billion Federal Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security – N1 billion Secretary to the Government of the Federation – N100 million Federal Ministry of Environment – N59 million Federal Ministry of Solid Minerals Development – N50 million.' The statement further outlined the breakdown of projects and their respective costs: Provision of solar boreholes in Rigachikun, Unguwar Rimi, and Sabuwar Unguwar Mu'azu – N100 million Provision of solar-powered boreholes in selected communities – N200 million Supply of transformers in selected communities – N400 million Provision of medical outreach in various communities – N200 million Supply of fertilisers to farmers – N200 million Construction of Sir Gbagy Street, Chikun LGA – N155 million Construction of Fulani Road by Gayan Road, Nassarawa, Chikun LGA – N155 million Construction of Rahma Close Behind GT Bank, Kaduna South LGA – N155 million Construction of Ashapa Street, Birnin Gwari, Kaduna South LGA – N155 million Construction of Luwaw Road by Accra Road, Unguwan Rimi, Kaduna North LGA – N155 million Construction of Shagari Road, Badarawa, Kaduna North LGA – N155 million Erosion control and construction of a 1km road at Kaya Road (Stores), Giwa LGA – N160 million Construction of Hysaed Close Road, Kajuru Town, Kajuru LGA – N155 million Construction of Dattawa Road North Rigasa by Masallaci, Igabi LGA – N155 million Provision of solar lights in Kaduna South – N50 million Training and empowerment on modern mining processes – N50 million Construction of solar-powered borehole for climate change adaptation – N18.5 million Community-based solid waste management project – N40 million. Abdullahi stated, 'These projects are tailored to address the immediate needs of communities in Kaduna Central and are part of our broader commitment to equitable and inclusive development.' He added, 'Stakeholders, including traditional leaders, civil society organisations, and the public, are expected to actively participate in the monitoring and evaluation process to ensure transparency, efficiency, and community ownership of these projects.' Copyright © 2022 Nigerian Tribune Provided by SyndiGate Media Inc. (
Yahoo
19-03-2025
- Politics
- Yahoo
Ohio Democratic Women's Caucus forges ahead in ‘moment of deep uncertainty' for country
Ohio State Rep. Munira Abdullahi, D-Columbus, speaks during a press conference celebrating Women's History Month and laying out legislative priorities for the Ohio Democratic Women's Caucus, of which she serves as chair. (Screenshot photo courtesy of The Ohio Channel) In celebrating Women's History Month, the Ohio Democratic Women's Caucus is recognizing those that came before them, and preparing themselves to continue to fight for issues that are still there after decades, like wage disparities and reproductive rights. 'We stand in a moment of deep uncertainty in our country,' said caucus chair state Rep. Munira Abdullahi, D-Columbus. 'We see the fear in our communities, in the voices of our neighbors, in the policies being signed into law federally and right here in the Statehouse that tell us over and over again that our rights, our dignity and our futures are not a priority for those in power.' Using legislation targeting access to affordable health care, political engagement, domestic violence and child care, among others, the women of the caucus are planning to look forward and change strategies as they sit in what Abdullahi acknowledged as 'a superminority.' But the challenge to be heard in a legislature with a Republican stronghold on both chambers isn't a deterrent to building the Ohio they want to see, the legislators said. 'We will build a world where no woman, no person, fears for their safety in their home, in their workplace or in their community,' Abdullahi said during a press conference Tuesday with the caucus. 'And we will build movements that will outlast any speaker, any president or administration, or any attempts to erase our power.' Democrats are planning 'listening tours' in districts across the state to hear from constituents, and bring with them information about the legislation they want to see passed. 'This race is not a sprint, it's a marathon,' said state Rep. Meredith Lawson-Rowe, D-Reynoldsburg. SUBSCRIBE: GET THE MORNING HEADLINES DELIVERED TO YOUR INBOX The legislators listed several measures they are leading this General Assembly, including state Rep. Anita Somani's House Bill 128, which seeks to codify reproductive rights in the same way that the constitutional amendment passed in 2023 established reproductive rights like abortion and fertility treatments in the Ohio Constitution. The bill also aims to repeal state laws that sponsors say conflict with the amendment. 'When women are able to plan when and if they have children, they are able to achieve higher levels of education and as a result, higher financial security,' said Somani, D-Dublin. State Rep. Rachel Baker, D-Cincinnati, touted her bipartisan legislation with Republican state Rep. Cindy Abrams, House Bill 141, which looks to improve prescribed pediatric extended care centers for families of children with 'medical complexities.' With House Bill 60, sponsored by Democratic Rep. Latyna Humphrey and Republican Rep. Josh Williams, the legislators hope to see the use of campaign funds for child care expenses become state law. Lawson-Rowe plans to reintroduce the an equal pay act to prohibit sex-based wage disparities and bar retaliation in the workplace for speaking about pay, and state Reps. Crystal Lett, D-Columbus, and Tristan Rader, D-Lakewood, are heading up House Bill 136, to prohibit discrimination on the basis of sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. Part of their motivation and hope for this new General Assembly is new strategies to see the bills pass, even in a Republican supermajority, through bipartisanship and compromise. 'My tactic this GA … is to find folks across the aisle, maybe tweak a few things, maybe change messaging,' Abdullahi said. 'It takes a couple of conversations and maybe negotiating, but we are looking towards different tactics to make these bills pass.' But the legislators don't see the priority legislation they've presented as difficult measures to garner Republican (or independent) support. 'Everything we've talked about today, from child care to reproductive care to equal pay, is not a partisan issue,' Somani said. SUPPORT: YOU MAKE OUR WORK POSSIBLE
