World Cup Update
Round of 16 Fixtures at the World Cup 1. Canada vs Morocco – 6pm – 04-07-26 2. Paraguay vs France – 10pm – 04-07-26 3. Brazil vs Norway – 9pm – 05-07-26 4. Mexico vs England – 1am – 06-07-26 5. Portugal vs Spain –…
Author: Chinwendu Nweke
ECOWAS Donates 670 Assistive Devices to Nigerian Children with Disabilities
For thousands of children with disabilities across West Africa, access to a wheelchair, white cane or other assistive device can mean the difference between exclusion and opportunity. To bridge that gap, the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has donated 670 assistive devices to children with disabilities in Nigeria,…
Iran Prepares for Khamenei Funeral as Millions Expected in Tehran
The body of Iran’s Supreme Leader, Ali Khamenei, arrived at Tehran’s Grand Mosalla on Friday ahead of a state funeral expected to draw millions of mourners and dozens of foreign delegations, according to Iranian state media. The funeral comes after Khamenei, 86, was killed in US-Israeli strikes that triggered…
FG Funds All South Africa Evacuation Flights, Ministry Says
The Federal Government has dismissed claims that Nigerians evacuated from South Africa were asked to pay for seats on special evacuation flights, insisting that all such flights are fully funded and free for registered returnees. In a statement, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs said the clarification became necessary following what…
ECOWAS inaugurates headquarters as Bio demands regional transformation
Chairman of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) Authority of Heads of State and Government and President of Julius Maada Bio, has challenged West African leaders to ensure regional integration delivers tangible benefits for citizens, saying the bloc’s legacy will be judged not by its infrastructure but by…
FG Continues South Africa Evacuation Mission
The Federal Government has confirmed the successful evacuation of 593 Nigerian nationals from South Africa following the recent wave of xenophobic protests in the country, reaffirming its commitment to protecting citizens abroad. According to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the first batch of 258 evacuees arrived at the Murtala Mohammed…
FG Plans Adire for NYSC Uniforms
The Federal Government has unveiled plans to replace the traditional khaki uniform worn by members of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) with uniforms made from locally produced Adire fabric as part of efforts to promote indigenous industries and stimulate economic growth. The proposed initiative is aimed at boosting Nigeria’s…
Nigeria, WFP Deepen Food Security Partnership
The Federal Government of Nigeria and the World Food Programme (WFP) have reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening cooperation on food security, humanitarian response, and sustainable development following a high-level meeting in Abuja. The Honourable Minister of Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Bianca Odumegwu-Ojukwu, received the WFP Country Representative in Nigeria, Ms. Katrien…
Chris Brown Ordered to Pay $13m Damages
A Los Angeles jury has ordered award-winning singer Chris Brown to pay $13 million in damages to his former housekeeper, Maria Avila, following a brutal dog attack that occurred at his California residence in 2020. According to court proceedings, Avila suffered severe and life-altering injuries after being mauled by Brown’s…
Nigeria Reaffirms Humanitarian Partnership With IFRC
Nigeria has reaffirmed its commitment to humanitarian diplomacy and stronger collaboration with the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) following the presentation of the Letter of Commission by the organisation’s Head of Delegation, Dr. Ghulam Muhammed Awan, to the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Bianca Odumegwu-Ojukwu.…