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 […]
Oyo Family Urges FG to Recover Slain Teacher’s Body
By Mardiyyah Abubakar The family of Michael Oyedokun, a teacher killed during the abduction of pupils and teachers in Oriire Local Government Area of Oyo State, has appealed to President Bola Tinubu and Governor Seyi Makinde to help recover his remains. In an open letter issued on Tuesday, the family thanked the Federal Government, security […]
Tinubu Orders NIMC to Enroll All Nigerians by End of 2026
By Oluwakemi Kindness President Bola Tinubu has directed the National Identity Management Commission (NIMC) to enroll every Nigerian in the national identity database before the end of 2026. NIMC Director General, Abisoye Coker-Odusote, disclosed the directive while speaking on Sunday on National Television, saying the move is part of the Federal Government’s plan to build […]
NILDS DG Sulaiman Receives Legislative Excellence Award
By Anayo Akwitti The Director General of the National Institute for Legislative and Democratic Studies (NILDS), Professor Abubakar Sulaiman, has received recognition for his contributions to strengthening legislative development and democratic governance in Nigeria. Sulaiman was among prominent lawmakers and stakeholders honoured at the National Legislative Awards 2026, organised by HallowMace Africa on Thursday at […]