FG Raises Alarm Over Fake Ambassador Titles
By Zainab Bakare The Federal Government has warned against the use and conferment of diplomatic titles, especially “Ambassador,” describing the trend as illegal and punishable under Nigerian law. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs, through its spokesperson Kimiebi Ebienfa, said during a press briefing that it is increasingly concerned about individuals and groups falsely claiming diplomatic […]
NSC Appeals to Ofili: “Come Home, We’re Ready to Support You”
By Arinzechi Chukwunonso The National Sports Commission (NSC) has reaffirmed its commitment to Nigerian sprint star Favour Ofili, urging her to return to the national team after World Athletics denied her request to switch allegiance. Director General of the NSC, Bukola Olopade, made the appeal while addressing journalists in Abuja, stressing that the country remains […]
Nigeria Rejects IMF Bailout, Backs Homegrown Reforms – Edun
By Oluwakemi Kindness Nigeria has ruled out seeking financial support from the International Monetary Fund IMF, expressing growing confidence in its homegrown economic reforms. The Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Wale Edun, made this known while addressing African finance ministers on the sidelines of the IMF/World Bank Meetings in Washington. A […]
Enugu Set to Host 2026 Sports Festival in November
By Arinzechi Chukwunonso Enugu is ramping up preparations to host the 2026 National Sports Festival, as the National Sports Commission (NSC) has officially confirmed the event timeline for what is branded the Coal City Games. The Director General of the NSC, Bukola Olopade, announced that the opening ceremony will take place on November 27, with […]
AMR Summit: Nigeria Under Pressure to Turn Global Promises into Action
By Julian Osamoto Nigeria will host more than 100 countries in Abuja, from June 28 to 30, 2026, for the 5th High-Level Ministerial Meeting on Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR), as global health experts push for concrete action against a crisis linked to about 4.9 million deaths worldwide. The summit, the first of its kind to be […]
Nigeria, Palestine Deepen Bilateral and Consular Cooperation
By Zainab Bakare The Federal Government and the State of Palestine have reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening bilateral relations and boosting consular cooperation, deepening their long-standing diplomatic ties. This was contained in a statement issued by the spokesperson of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Kimiebi Ebienfa, following a courtesy visit by the Palestinian Ambassador to […]
NMSC Mourns 32 Cuban Internationalists, Condemns US Deadly Attack on Venezuela
By Chinedu Echianu The Nigeria Movement of Solidarity With Cuba (NMSC) has expressed condolences to the Cuban government and people over the killing of 32 Cuban internationalists in Venezuela, which it attributed to the United States. In a press statement issued in Abuja on Saturday and signed by its representative Owei Lakemfa, the […]
Nigeria Outclass Sierra Leone in West Africa Derby
By Arinzechi Chukwunonso Nigeria sealed a commanding 36-run win over Sierra Leone in Match 4 of the West Africa Trophy 2025 — a contest that once again lived up to the fierce reputation of the West Africa Derby. After winning the toss, the hosts set the tone with a vibrant batting display, powering […]
Governors’ Endorse CBN’s Economic Reforms
By Oluwakemi Kindness Nigeria’s Governors have expressed strong support for the Central Bank of Nigeria’s economic stabilisation efforts aimed at restoring price stability, curbing inflation, and rebuilding public confidence in the economy. The support was agreed at the fifth meeting of the Nigeria Governors’ Forum (NGF) held on Thursday where the apex bank’s Governor, represented […]
Federal Government says Trade Surplus Rises to 6% of GDP
By Oluwakemi kindness Nigeria’s economic narrative is gaining momentum, with the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) Governor, Olayemi Cardoso, revealing that the nation’s trade surplus has grown to 6% of Gross Domestic Product (GDP). He made this known during the G24 meetings held on the sidelines of the IMF/World Bank Annual Meetings in Washington D.C., […]