Italy
FEC Approves $618m loan For Fighter Jets From Italy
The Federal Executive Council (FEC) has approved a loan of approximately $618 million from a consortium of financiers to acquire six Italian-made M-346 attack jets and ammunition for the Nigerian Air Force. Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, announced this on Wednesday. The Air Force previously stated that the first three jets are […]
FG, Italy finalise talks on 34 new fighter jets
The Nigerian Air Force is set to acquire another set of fighter jets and helicopters to boost its combat capabilities. The aircraft are 24 M-346 Fighter Ground Attack jets and 10 AW-109 Trekker helicopters. The service had in June disclosed that it would acquire 50 new aircraft to strengthen its capabilities against armed gangs and […]
Just In: Italy eases temporary work Visa process for foreign workers
The Italian government is taking steps to simplify the process for foreigners seeking temporary work visas. This is in effort to meet labour market demands as the country is reported to be facing a shortage of skilled workers. The government plans to increase the number of days each year when applications are accepted. By expanding […]
French tourist injured by bear in northern Italy
A French tourist was injured by a bear in north-eastern Italian province of Trentino, local authorities said on Tuesday. The 43-year-old man was injured early in the morning during a walk in the area of Dro, north of Lake Garda, and taken to a hospital in the nearby city of Trento. The man, who suffered […]
Italy legend, Chiellini retires at 39
Italy legend Giorgio Chiellini has announced his retirement, describing his career as “the most beautiful and intense journey of my life”.The 39-year-old, who captained the Azzurri to their Euro 2020 win, has called time on playing after 23 years. The defender made his name at Juventus and since June 2022 has been playing in Major […]