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The Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet) has forecast cloudy skies, thunderstorms and moderate to heavy rainfall across several parts of Nigeria from today and next tomorrow. In its weather outlook released in Abuja, the agency said parts of the northern region would experience morning thunderstorms and light rains on Wednesday,…
Nigeria and China have used a food festival in Abuja to celebrate 55 years of diplomatic relations and promote stronger cultural, tourism and economic cooperation. The Nigeria-China Food Festival, held at the China Cultural Centre, brought together government officials, diplomats, hospitality professionals, creatives and other stakeholders from both countries. Speaking…
Media scholar and public affairs analyst Dr Austin Maho has urged Nigerian journalists and diplomatic correspondents to critically evaluate and contextualize international development models, arguing that lessons from China’s poverty reduction efforts could inform policy discussions in Nigeria if adapted to local realities. Speaking at a workshop organized by the…
The Federal Government has called for a careful assessment of China’s development experience to identify lessons that can be adapted to Nigeria’s poverty reduction efforts while taking into account the country’s social, political and economic realities. The call was made by the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs,…
“Upon making contact with the insurgents, the troops engaged them with superior firepower, forcing the terrorists to abandon their captives and retreat into the surrounding bushes,” Danja said’. Troops of the Joint Task Force North West, Operation FANSAN YAMMA, have rescued 14 kidnapped victims in Sabuwa Local Government Area…
President Bola Tinubu has urged Nigerians living abroad to move beyond sending remittances home and begin investing directly in Nigeria’s economy. Mr Tinubu made the call while declaring open the three-day Nigeria Diaspora Economic Conference (NIDEC) 2026 at the Apollo Convention Centre in Toronto, Canada. Represented by his Chief…
Nigeria’s Super Falcons miss the 2027 Women’s World Cup after losing 2-1 to South Africa in a dramatic play-off in Casablanca. The defeat means Nigeria will miss the Women’s World Cup for the first time since the tournament began. South Africa took the lead in the 56th minute…
The Sultan of Sokoto and President-General of the Nigerian Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs (NSCIA), Muhammad Sa’ad Abubakar, has declared today the first day of Rabi’ul Awwal 1448 AH after the sighting of the new crescent in several parts of Nigeria. The declaration marks the end of Safar 1448…
Ambassador Yu said the grant was part of China’s continued support for Nigeria’s development and economic growth. ABUJA, August 13, 2026 — China is to provide Nigeria with RMB 200 million in grant assistance to support the implementation of projects agreed by both governments. The announcement was…
“We need a permanent solution to this problem so that our people can return to their normal economic activities,” ABUJA, Nigeria: The House of Representatives Committee on South-South Development Commission has called for urgent action to address prolonged gas seepage in Bille Community, Rivers State, and an oil spill…
