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Benin, Nigeria
Tinubu and Talon entente benefits billionaire Tony Elumelu

The businessman's foundation, which had been affected by the closure of the borders between Benin and Nigeria, is now benefiting from better relations between the two countries since the new Nigerian president was elected last year. [...]

Published on 19/01/2024 at 05:40 GMT Reading time 2 minutes

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