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President Bola Tinubu has approved the formation of an inter-ministerial committee to coordinate a befitting state burial for the late former President Muhammadu Buhari, who passed away in London on Sunday, July 13, at the age of 82 after a prolonged illness. The announcement was made on Monday in Abuja…
The remains of Nigeria’s former President Muhammadu Buhari have departed London for his hometown of Daura, Katsina State, ahead of a state burial scheduled for Tuesday, July 15, 2025. The late leader’s body was flown aboard a Nigerian Air Force (NAF) aircraft before 8:00 a.m. on Tuesday. Accompanying the casket…
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and Vice President Kashim Shettima have extended heartfelt condolences to the family of the late former President Muhammadu Buhari in London, following their arrival in the United Kingdom. As part of the visit, Vice President Shettima also visited the late President’s nephew, Malam Amman Daura, who…
The remains of Nigeria’s former President, Muhammadu Buhari, will bei laid to rest tomorrow, Tuesday, in his hometown of Daura, Katsina State. This follows the conclusion of funeral arrangements between his family, close associates, and the Katsina State Government. Governor Malam Dikko Umaru Radda announced the details while addressing journalists…
The ECOWAS Commission has kicked off a pivotal four-day technical meeting in Cotonou, Benin, bringing together tourism experts from across its Member States. The event, which began on July 8, 2025, focuses on the review and validation of six draft classification standards for tourist accommodation establishments across the region. Developed…
The Standing Committee on Political Affairs, Peace and Security of the ECOWAS Permanent Representatives Committee (PRC) met with the ECOWAS Commissioner for Political Affairs, Peace and Security, Ambassador Abdel-Fatau Musah. The high-level engagement focused on strengthening collaboration, improving strategic information exchange, and fast-tracking the implementation of key decisions by the…
As part of its milestone 50th anniversary celebrations, the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) Commission has launched a completely redesigned official website. Spearheaded by the Communications Directorate, this digital overhaul reflects the organisation’s renewed commitment to modernising its online presence and deepening engagement with citizens across the West…
The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has expressed profound sorrow following the passing of Nigeria’s former President, His Excellency General Muhammadu Buhari. In an official statement, the President of the ECOWAS Commission, H.E. Dr Omar Alieu Touray, extended heartfelt condolences to Buhari’s family, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, the…
The Ogun State Government has officially released details of the final burial rites for the late Awujale of Ijebuland, His Royal Majesty, Oba Sikiru Kayode Adetona, who passed away on Sunday, July 13, 2025, at the age of 91. According to a statement signed by the Secretary to the State…
The Nigerian football community has been plunged into mourning following the death of former Super Eagles winger and dazzling left-footed forward, Okwuchukwu ‘Allen’ Waobikeze. His passing comes just days after the football fraternity bid farewell to ex-Super Eagles captain and legendary goalkeeper, Peter Rufai. Waobikeze, fondly nicknamed ‘Babaoo’ by fans…
