Tinubu Hails UK’s New PM, Seeks Stronger Nigeria-Britain Ties
By Zainab Bakare President Bola Tinubu has congratulated Andy Burnham on his assumption of office as Prime Minister of the United Kingdom, reaffirming Nigeria’s commitment to deepening its long-standing partnership with Britain. In a statement issued by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and signed by its spokesperson, Kimiebi Ebienfa, President Tinubu also congratulated the Government […]
Nigeria congratulates UK’s new PM Burnham
By Zainab Bakare Nigeria has congratulate Andy Burnham on his inauguration as Prime Minister of the United Kingdom, reaffirming its commitment to strengthening the longstanding partnership between both countries. In a statement issued by the spokesperson for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Kimiebi Ebienfa, the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Bianca Odumegwu-Ojukwu, praises the United […]
ICPC Questions Gbajabiamila Over PFIPC Allegations
By Oluwakemi Oluwakemi The Chief of Staff to the President, Femi Gbajabiamila, on Monday honoured an invitation by the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) as part of the ongoing investigation into the activities of the controversial Presidential Foreign Investment Promotion Council (PFIPC). Gbajabiamila’s lawyer, Jiti Ogunye, confirmedThe Chief of Staff to […]
Nigeria, Côte d’Ivoire Renew Bilateral Cooperation Talks
By Zainab Bakare Nigeria and Côte d’Ivoire have agreed to deepen bilateral cooperation and revive the Nigeria–Côte d’Ivoire Bi-National Commission as part of renewed efforts to strengthen regional stability, economic integration and strategic partnership in West Africa. The commitment was reached during a bilateral meeting between Nigeria’s Minister of State for Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Sola […]
Bianca Pushes Africa’s Case For UN Security Council Seat
By Zainab Bakare Minister of Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Bianca Odumegwu-Ojukwu, has renewed Nigeria’s call for permanent African representation on the United Nations Security Council, urging Europe to build a more balanced and strategic partnership with Africa as global geopolitical tensions continue to reshape international relations. Speaking at the Geopolitics Panel of the Portugal EurAfrican Forum […]
US House Backs Bill to Cut All Aid to Nigeria
By Zainab Bakare The United States House of Representatives has approved an amendment that would increase the proposed withholding of US assistance to Nigeria from 50 percent to 100 percent until the Nigerian government takes what lawmakers describe as effective steps to prevent violence, protect citizens and hold perpetrators accountable. The amendment was sponsored by […]
FG Evacuates 1,490 Nigerians from South Africa After Attacks
By Zainab Bakare The Federal Government says it has evacuated 1,490 Nigerians from South Africa following a series of xenophobic attacks and security concerns. In a statement signed by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Spokesperson, Kimiebi Ebienfa, the ministry say the fifth and final evacuation flight departed Johannesburg on Wednesday, July 15, 2026, carrying 305 […]
FG Completes Evacuation of Nigerians from South Africa
By Mardiyyah Abubakar The Federal Government has completed the evacuation of Nigerians affected by xenophobic attacks in South Africa, with the arrival of the final flight carrying 308 returnees. The aircraft landed at the Murtala Muhammed International Airport, Lagos, on Wednesday morning with the returnees and three Nigerian officials who helped coordinate the operation. Footage […]
Poverty, Inequality Drive Insecurity, Not Religion – NHRC
By Oluwakemi Kindness The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) says poverty, inequality and weak access to justice, rather than religion itself, are the main drivers of insecurity in Nigeria. This is as it called on governments to tackle the root causes of violence instead of blaming religious differences. The position on Tuesday was presented at […]
NOA Commends Oyo Rescue Operation, Urges Unity
By Chinedu Echianu The National Orientation Agency (NOA) has called on Nigerians to unite against insurgency and other security threats, saying the country’s diversity remains one of its greatest strengths and must not be exploited by criminal elements seeking to create fear, division and instability. The appeal follows the successful rescue of students and teachers […]