Nigeria, Gambia Agree to Revive Joint Commission
By Zainab Bakare Nigeria and The Gambia have agreed to revive the Nigeria-Gambia Joint Commission as both countries seek to strengthen bilateral relations and expand cooperation across key sectors. The agreement was reached during a bilateral meeting between Nigeria’s Minister of State for Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Sola Enikanolaiye, and The Gambia’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, […]
Trump Orders Probe of Oil Firms Over High Gas Prices
By Oluwakemi Kindness U.S. President Donald Trump has ordered an investigation into major oil companies, accusing them of keeping gasoline prices artificially high despite a decline in crude oil costs. In a post on Truth Social on Wednesday, Trump alleged that oil companies were failing to pass lower crude prices on to consumers. “The big […]
Nigeria, Russia Strengthen Strategic Ties
By Zainab Bakare Nigeria and Russia have reaffirmed their commitment to deepening bilateral relations following a meeting between Russia’s Deputy Foreign Minister, Borisenko Evgenievich, and Nigeria’s newly appointed Ambassador to Russia, Joseph Iji, in Moscow. The meeting marked a key milestone in Ambassador Iji’s diplomatic mission as he formally presented copies of his credentials, paving […]
UAE Bans Social Media Use for Children Under 15
By Sofiat Adenekan-Abdul The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has announced a nationwide ban on social media use for children under the age of 15, becoming the first Arab country to introduce such restrictions as governments around the world tighten regulations on young people’s online activities. The new measure, approved by the UAE Cabinet, requires social […]
India Deepens Media Ties with Nigerian Journalists
By Zainab Bakare The High Commission of India in Nigeria has reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening engagement with Nigerian media professionals, describing the press as a vital pillar of democracy and accountability. The mission made this known during a free eye care camp organised for journalists in partnership with Skipper IQ Eye Hospital, where participants […]
Enikanolaiye Assumes Duty as Foreign Affairs Minister of state
By Zainab Bakare The new Minister of State for Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Sola Enikanolaiye, has officially assumed duty at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. This is disclosed in a statement issued by the Ministry’s Spokesperson, Kimiebi Ebienfa. Upon arrival, Ambassador Enikanolaiye was received by the Permanent Secretary, Ambassador Dunoma Umar Ahmed and senior directors of […]
G7 Talks Focus on Middle East Crisis
By Oluwakemi Kindness Finance chiefs from the world’s leading economies are meeting in Paris for crucial talks as rising tensions in the Middle East continue to shake global economic confidence. The two-day meeting of the Group of Seven, also known as the G7, is being hosted by France, which currently holds the group’s rotating presidency. […]
No Room for Xenophobia: Olopade Preaches Unity in Gaborone
By Arinzechi Chukwunonso The Director General of the National Sports Commission, Bukola Olopade, has called for renewed unity among Africans, condemning xenophobia and urging citizens across the continent to embrace peace, love, and shared identity. Olopade made the remarks during a visit to Team Nigeria’s training camp in Gaborone ahead of the World Athletics Relays. […]
US Mission Warns Nigerians Against Visa Overstay
By Sofiat Adenekan-Abdul The United States Mission in Nigeria has warned Nigerian travellers against visa overstays, saying the practice could affect future applicants. In a statement shared on its official platform on Monday,the Mission stressed the need for strict compliance with U.S. immigration rules. It noted that overstaying visas and misuse of travel documents remain […]