By Hu Yanyan, People’s Daily At Italy’s Bologna Children’s Book Fair ahead of World Book and Copyright Day, global publishing professionals erupted in applause as 80-year-old Chinese illustrator Cai Gao was announced winner of the 2026 Hans Christian Andersen Award — becoming China’s first recipient of this honor in six decades. Established in 1956 by […]
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Eighty-year-old illustrator Cai Gao reveals beauty of Chinese children’s books to the world
By Hu Yanyan, People’s Daily At Italy’s Bologna Children’s Book Fair ahead of World Book and Copyright Day, global publishing professionals erupted in applause as 80-year-old Chinese illustrator Cai Gao was announced winner of the 2026 Hans Christian Andersen Award — becoming China’s first recipient of this honor in six decades. Established in 1956 by […]
China’s zero-tariff policy widely applauded in Africa
By Dai Kairan, People’s Daily Starting May 1, China fully implemented a zero-tariff policy for 53 African countries with which it has diplomatic relations. Meanwhile, it will continue advancing the negotiation and signing of agreements on economic partnership for shared development, and further expand market access for African exports to China by upgrading measures such […]
Chinese team turns humanoid robots into ‘football stars’
By Yan Yiqiao, People’s Daily Just days ago, during an anniversary celebration at Tsinghua University, the football-playing humanoid robots from the university’s Hephaestus robot team drew waves of amazement from spectators with their impressive skills. Back in August last year, these agile “soccer stars” had already made headlines by winning the 5v5 football championship at […]
China’s Yangjiang emerges as global wind power export hub
By He Linping, People’s Daily At the southern shoreline of the Yangjiang High-tech Industrial Development Zone in Yangjiang, south China’s Guangdong province, strong sea winds rattle the iron gates of Guangdong Longma Casting Co., Ltd. (Longma) Inside the company’s laboratory, quality inspections are a daily routine. “Our large castings are mainly used in offshore wind […]
CHIEF AMB. EKA DICKSON A’ADU SALUTES GOVERNOR ALIA AT 60
Chief Ambassador Eka Dickson A’adu, the Chief Executive Officer of Ekason Groups of Companies — a reputable conglomerate with diverse interests spanning commerce, real estate, trade, and community development — and a distinguished community leader of Benue State extraction, has risen with a heart full of gratitude and admiration to celebrate His Excellency, Rev. Fr. […]
Bribery allegations against ex-petroleum minister Diezani unfounded – LOLPON
The League of Legal Practitioners of Nigeria (LOLPON) has defended former Minister of Petroleum Resource, Mrs. Diezani Alison-Maduke who is facing prosecution at UK court, saying nothing has been proven against her as the burden of proof has not been discharged. She was a minister during the reign of ex-President Goodluck Jonathan. According the speech […]
Yawutama Emmanuel Amaza Picks ADC Nomination Form
By Wilfred Sawa Yawutama Emmanuel Amaza has officially obtained his nomination form under the African Democratic Congress (ADC), marking a significant step in his political ambition. Supporters and associates described the development as a sign of growing momentum behind his campaign, with many expressing optimism about his vision and leadership style. Speaking through his media […]
Hon. Hamma Adama Ali Kumo Applauds APC Consensus, Declares Full Support for Dr. Jamilu Gwamna and Governor Yahaya’s Senatorial Bid
Hon. Hamma Adama Ali Kumo, National Deputy Financial Secretary of the All Progressives Congress (APC), has congratulated Dr. Jamilu-Isiyaku Gwamna on his emergence as the party’s consensus governorship candidate for Gombe State ahead of the 2027 general elections. In a statement issued in Abuja, Hon. Kumo described Dr. Gwamna as “a visionary leader, accomplished technocrat, […]
Nassarawa 2027: Crisis Rocks APC as Lawyer petitions governor Sule anointed Aspirants over dual membership of SDP/APC.
A legal practitioner in Nasarawa State and member of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Barr Tari Trochon has submitted a Formal petition to the National Secretariat of the party demanding proper investigation into the alleged dual membership of Senator Aliyu Ahmed Wadada. Senator Wadada has won elections into the Senate in 2023 on the platform […]