Government Reverses Earlier Position THE Federal Government has announced plans to commence the free evacuation of Nigerians willing to return home from South Africa following renewed xenophobic attacks targeting foreign nationals. The development marks a shift from an earlier arrangement under which prospective returnees were expected to bear the cost of their flights. Authorities have […]
Nigeria and Benin Deepen Strategic Regional Alignment Diplomatic Engagement Reflects Regional Priorities NIGERIA and the Republic of Benin have moved to reinforce their strategic partnership as Vice President Kashim Shettima reaffirmed Abuja’s commitment to closer diplomatic, economic and security cooperation with the neighbouring West African nation. Speaking during the inauguration of President Romuald Wadagni in […]
Nigeria, Poland Advance Strategic Cooperation NIGERIA and Poland have intensified efforts to strengthen diplomatic and economic relations through expanded cooperation in digital technology, cybersecurity, trade and regional security. The renewed engagement followed a high-level meeting in Abuja between Nigeria’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Bianca Odumegwu-Ojukwu, and Poland’s Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Digital Economy, […]
Nigeria, Finland Strengthen Bilateral Ties in Technology and Innovation NIGERIA and Finland have opened fresh discussions aimed at expanding bilateral cooperation in critical sectors including digital infrastructure, renewable energy, healthcare, education and emerging technologies. The renewed engagement followed a meeting between Nigeria’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Bianca Odumegwu-Ojukwu, and the Ambassador of Finland to Nigeria, […]
Putin Set For Beijing Visit RUSSIAN President Vladimir Putin is expected to visit Beijing in a major diplomatic move aimed at strengthening strategic ties between Russia and China amid shifting global power dynamics. The planned trip is expected to focus on expanding economic cooperation, trade partnerships, energy collaboration, and geopolitical coordination between both countries, which […]
Senate Declares Xenophobia a National Concern NIGERIA’S Senate has taken a firm legislative stance on the rising wave of xenophobic attacks against Nigerians in South Africa and Ghana, declaring the issue a matter of urgent national importance. The motion, raised during plenary under Orders 41 and 51, highlighted recurring incidents of violence, intimidation, and destruction […]
Tinubu Voices Support for Gulf Nations PRESIDENT Bola Tinubu has expressed Nigeria’s solidarity with the United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia and other Gulf countries affected by attacks linked to the wider conflict involving the United States, Israel and Iran. The president said Nigeria stands for peace, stability and international cooperation, stressing the need for calm […]