July 2004
Agreement Between Nigerian Oil Workers' Unions and Government - 2004-07-21
Nigerian oil workers' unions have reached an agreement with the government to resolve grievances, leading to the cancellation of a planned strike. The unions are…
Possibility of Retrieving the Gold Medal of the US Men's 4x400m Relay Team at the Sydney Olympics
The International Association of Athletics Federations has recommended that the US men's 4x400m relay team be stripped of their gold medal from the 2000 Sydney…
Results of the UK's Official Investigation into Iraq's Attempt to Purchase Uranium from Nigeria - 2004-07-14
The UK conducted an investigation into claims that Iraq sought to buy uranium from Nigeria, concluding that the claims were valid and not based on…
Italy Finally Allows 37 African Refugees from German Ship to Disembark
Italy has allowed 37 African refugees from a German rescue ship to disembark after a lengthy standoff, but the ship's captain and crew have been…
Total Oil Company Reaches Agreement with Labor Unions in Nigeria - 2004-07-08
Total Oil Company has agreed with Nigerian labor unions to resolve wage disputes, ending a week-long production halt. This agreement is significant as Nigeria is…
Oil Prices in London Reach Highest Level in a Month - 2004-07-06
Oil prices in London surged to a month-high due to disruptions in Iraq and Nigeria. Key players include OPEC and Russian oil giant Yukos, highlighting…
African Union Plans to Deploy Forces to Turbulent Darfur Region
The African Union is set to deploy around 300 troops to the conflict-ridden Darfur region of Sudan to monitor a ceasefire and protect observers. This…