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The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has called for stronger collaboration with journalists to promote responsible security reporting, counter misinformation, and protect national interests. This appeal was made by the Director of Public Relations and Information, Air Commodore Ehimen Ejodame, during an interactive session with the leadership of the Nigeria Union…
As Nigeria joins the global community to mark World Food Day 2025, the Corporate Accountability and Public Participation Africa (CAPPA) is calling on all levels of government to urgently implement comprehensive food policies to protect Nigerians—especially children—from the growing threat of ultra-processed foods and unhealthy beverages. In a statement signed…
Ahmedabad, India, has been recommended as the host city for the 2030 Commonwealth Games, marking a significant milestone as the event celebrates its centenary edition. The announcement was made on Wednesday by Commonwealth Sport, the governing body of the Games, confirming that the Indian city was selected ahead of a…
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has extended heartfelt condolences to the government and people of Kenya following the death of former Prime Minister Raila Odinga, describing him as a towering figure in African politics and a true champion of democracy and justice. In a statement issued on Wednesday by his Special…
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has revised upward its economic growth forecast for Nigeria to 3.9% in 2025 and 4.1% in 2026, citing improved macroeconomic indicators, stronger investor confidence, and fiscal stability. The IMF disclosed this in its latest World Economic Outlook (WEO) report released during the ongoing IMF/World Bank…
The Nigerian Senate has constituted a 12-member ad-hoc committee to formulate a legislative response to growing international concerns about alleged state-backed persecution of Christians in Nigeria, particularly claims raised by the United States Government. The committee was set up on Tuesday following a closed-door session where senators deliberated on recent…
The Federal Republic of Nigeria has extended heartfelt congratulations to the Republic of Equatorial Guinea as the Central African nation celebrates its Independence Anniversary. In a statement issued by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Abuja, Nigeria’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Yusuf Maitama Tuggar, conveyed warm wishes to his…
Nigeria and the United Kingdom have signed a series of strategic agreements aimed at strengthening cooperation on migration, justice, and organised crime prevention during the 2025 edition of the Nigeria-UK Migration, Justice, and Home Affairs (MJHA) Dialogue, held in Abuja. The high-level meeting was co-chaired by Ambassador Asari E. Allotey…
Nigeria and China have deepened their cultural and diplomatic ties through the China Women’s Film Festival, an event celebrating women’s creativity, resilience, and storytelling as vital tools for cross-cultural understanding and empowerment. At the opening ceremony held in Abuja, the Nigerian Minister of Women Affairs, Mrs. Imaan Sulaiman-Ibrahim — represented…
In commemoration of World Sight Day 2025, the Federal Government of Nigeria has restated its commitment to tackling preventable blindness and improving nationwide access to quality eye care services. Speaking at an event in Abuja, Minister of State for Health and Social Welfare, Dr. Isiaq Salako, said Nigeria is implementing…
