Switzerland pledges support for Nigeria’s private security governance
2026-04-25
The Swiss Ambassador to Nigeria, Mr Patrick Eglof, says Switzerland is committed to supporting Nigeria in strengthening private security governance.Continue Reading
Nigeria, EU to deepen cooperation in trade, security, others —Minister
2026-04-23
By Fortune Abang Abuja, April 23, 2026 (NAN) The Minister of State for Foreign Affairs, Amb. Bianca Odumegwu-Ojukwu, says Nigeria and the European Union (EU) will continue to deepen bilateral cooperation between them in trade, security, education and technology. The minister stated this on Thursday in Abuja during the 4th Dim Odumegwu Ojukwu Memorial Lecture. The NewsContinue Reading
U.S. Embassy signs first tech MoU with Kwara innovation hub
2026-04-23
By Mark Longyen The U.S. Embassy in Nigeria has announced the signing of a three-year Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Kwara’s Ilorin Innovation Hub, a tech centre, to develop the state’s technology sector. A statement by the U.S. Diplomatic Mission in Nigeria, on Thursday in Abuja, said the development markedContinue Reading
Xenophobic attacks: Ghana FM assures of citizens’ safety in S/Africa
2026-04-23
Ghanaian Foreign Minister Samuel Ablakwa has urged Ghanaian nationals in South Africa to remain calm, reaffirming the government’s commitment to protecting its citizens both at home and abroad. The call by the foreign minister came after a viral video surfaced on social media showing a South African woman leading aContinue Reading
Anger, grief trail death of Nigerian in Pretoria after arrest
2026-04-23
By Fortune Abang Anger and grief have trailed the death of a Nigerian, Mr Ekpenyong Andrew, following his alleged arrest by Tshwane Metro Police officers in Pretoria, South Africa. The Nigerian Union South Africa (NUSA) said the incident had left the deceased’s family and the Nigerian community deeply distressed, andContinue Reading
NTAC reaffirms commitment to sustainable development
2026-04-22
By Maureen Okon Dr Yusuf Yakub, the Director-General (D-G) of the Nigerian Technical Aid Corps (NTAC), has reaffirmed Nigeria’s commitment to sustainable development. Yakub made the commitment on Wednesday in a statement signed by Ojo Olubunmi, NTAC ‘s Head of information at the ongoing International Forum on Total Official SupportContinue Reading
Envoy seeks wider adoption of Chinese language in Nigeria’s education system
2026-04-22
By Busayo Onijala Chinese language has the potential to be incorporated into mainstream curricula across Nigerian universities, secondary and primary schools, like other international languages, says Ms Yan Yuqing, Consul General of China in Lagos. According to Yan, as the comprehensive strategic partnership between China and Nigeria continues to deepen,Continue Reading
Pope decries wealth inequality as he roundup African tour
2026-04-22
Inequality Pope Leo on Wednesday spoke out against wealth inequality in Africa urging believers to work to bridge the gap between rich and poor as he traversed oil-rich Equatorial Guinea. The pope, who has attracted the ire of U.S. President Donald Trump after becoming more outspoken against war and despotism,Continue Reading
Peace advocate faults rehabilitation, reintegration of repentant terrorists
2026-04-22
By Sarafina Christopher The Executive Director of Building Blocks for Peace Foundation, Mr Rafiu Lawal, has criticised Nigeria’s rehabilitation and reintegration approach, saying the country was rewarding criminals while neglecting victims of violence. Lawal said this in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) in Abuja on Wednesday.Continue Reading
Tinubu will resolve generational grievances, Jimoh Ibrahim tells UN
2026-04-21
By Tiamiyu Prudence Arobani Nigeria’s new Permanent Representative to the United Nations, Amb. Jimoh Ibrahim, says President Bola Tinubu is determined to resolve “long-standing grievances” fueling insecurity in Nigeria and across the wider region. Ibrahim stated this after presenting his Letter of Credence to UN Secretary-General António Guterres at theContinue Reading