Biafra news and german today
Here are some news updates on Biafra and Germany:
Biafra News
- Nnamdi Kanu's Trial Resumes: The trial of Nnamdi Kanu, the leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), resumed on Monday at the Federal High Court in Abuja, Nigeria. Kanu is facing charges of treasonable felony and has been in detention since 2015. (Source: Vanguard News)
- Biafra Independence Day Celebrations: IPOB members celebrated the 53rd anniversary of the declaration of Biafra independence on May 30, despite a ban on the group by the Nigerian government. (Source: The Cable)
- Biafra Crisis Deepens: The crisis in the southeast region of Nigeria deepened as the Nigerian military launched a crackdown on IPOB members, leading to the death of several people and the destruction of property. (Source: Premium Times)
German News
- Germany's Economic Growth Slows: Germany's economy grew by 0.3% in the first quarter of 2022, slower than expected, due to supply chain disruptions and the war in Ukraine. (Source: Deutsche Welle)
- Germany's New Government Takes Office: Olaf Scholz, the leader of the Social Democratic Party (SPD), took office as Germany's new Chancellor on December 8, 2021, marking the end of Angela Merkel's 16-year tenure. (Source: BBC News)
- Germany's COVID-19 Restrictions Eased: Germany has eased its COVID-19 restrictions, allowing restaurants and bars to reopen and lifting mask mandates in most areas. (Source: The Local)