The Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) has drawn a development blueprint at its Tianjin Summit that concluded Monday, which will lead it to play a greater role in maintaining regional peace and stability, and in promoting shared prosperity. The summit saw the signing and adoption of a number of key documents,Continue Reading
When China marks the 80th anniversary of its victory in WWII on Wednesday, the gathering in Tiananmen Square will not be about swagger, but a moment of reflection on the challenges facing the world today. The occasion is meant to commemorate the immense human cost of a conflict that leftContinue Reading
By Muhyideen Jimoh President Bola Tinubu has reaffirmed Nigeria’s commitment to deepening international partnerships with emerging economies like Colombia. He stated this during a meeting with Colombia’s Vice President, Francia Márquez, on Monday at State House, Abuja. Tinubu said shifting global dynamics and economic volatility demand new strategicContinue Reading
The largest-ever summit of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) will soon convene in China’s northern port city of Tianjin, bringing together leaders from more than 20 countries and heads of 10 international organizations and sending a stronger signal for global cooperation, development and shared future in an age of globalContinue Reading
The upcoming V-Day military parade in Beijing will be a significant occasion to demonstrate China’s determination, will and capacity to resolutely safeguard its national sovereignty, security and development interests, and to firmly uphold world peace. The parade on Sept. 3 will highlight the Chinese military’s recent advancements in modernisation.Continue Reading
By Mark Longyen President of the ECOWAS Court of Justice, Ricardo Gonçalves, has said that validating the court’s Harmonised Protocol will reinforce its ability to effectively discharge its regional justice delivery mandate. Gonçalves made this known at a meeting of ECOWAS ministers of justice in Banjul, The Gambian capital, onContinue Reading
By Salisu Sani-Idris The Vice-President of Colombia, Francia Márquez, on Saturday arrived at the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja for a three-day official visit to Nigeria. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the Colombian vice-president’s official visit to Nigeria is expected to deepen diplomatic and strategic relations betweenContinue Reading
By Mark Longyen President of the ECOWAS Commission, Dr Omar Touray, has said that the regional bloc requires approximately 2.61 billion dollars to operationalise its proposed 5,000-strong ECOWAS Standby Force (ESF). Touray disclosed this during a joint meeting of ECOWAS Ministers of Finance and Defence on Friday in Abuja. TheContinue Reading
By Sarafina Christopher China’s Ambassador to Nigeria, Yu Dunhai, on Thursday in Abuja, said that Nigeria’s consistent adherence to his country’s One-China principle was the cornerstone of growing China-Nigeria partnership. He stated this at a symposium held by the Chinese Embassy to commemorate the 80th anniversary of China’s victory inContinue Reading
By Sarafina Christopher/ Nana Musa China has donated one million dollars to Nigeria in support of people affected by the recent devastating floods across the country. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the support was provided at a ceremony for the signing of exchange of notesContinue Reading
