Nigeria’s Tinubu delays G20 trip amid search for 24 abducted schoolgirls

Sir Keir Starmer emphasized the importance of the G20 as a vital platform for promoting British business, despite Donald Trump's decision to boycott the summit in South Africa. Starmer's remarks highlight the ongoing relevance of the G20 in global economic discussions.

Keir Starmer has defended his trip to South Africa for the G20 summit, which takes place just days before the budget announcement. The Prime Minister aims to secure investment to address the cost of living crisis and bolster support for Ukraine. His attendance comes despite the absence of Donald Trump, who has chosen to boycott the summit.

The COP30 climate summit in Brazil was disrupted on Thursday due to a fire that broke out at the venue, leading to the evacuation of attendees. Thirteen individuals were treated for smoke inhalation as organizers managed the chaotic situation. The incident occurred while negotiators were preparing to finalize a deal aimed at enhancing global climate action.

Nnamdi Kanu, the leader of the Biafran separatist movement, has been convicted of terrorism charges by a Nigerian court. The court found him guilty of inciting violence in his campaign for a separate state in southeastern Nigeria. This conviction follows a series of violent incidents linked to his leadership, raising concerns about ongoing tensions in the region.

Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva announced his intention to present a fossil fuel transition roadmap at the upcoming G20 summit in Johannesburg. Despite facing opposition from some petrostates, Lula expressed his commitment to advocate for the phase-out of oil, coal, and gas during the discussions at Cop30 in Belém.

Nnamdi Kanu, the leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), has been sentenced to life imprisonment for terrorism by a Nigerian court. He was found guilty of inciting violence in his campaign for a separate state in south-east Nigeria, leading to attacks on security officials and civilians.

Nnamdi Kanu, the leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (Ipob), has been sentenced to life in prison on terrorism-related charges by a Nigerian court in Abuja. Judge James Omotosho stated that Kanu incited attacks on security officials and civilians in southeastern Nigeria and during protests in Lagos. Kanu, who also holds British citizenship, faced prosecution for his role in promoting violence through his separatist group.

Nnamdi Kanu, the leader of a separatist movement in Nigeria, has been sentenced to life imprisonment on charges of terrorism. Prosecutors had sought the death penalty, but Judge James Omotosho opted for a life sentence, citing mercy in his decision.