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Nigeria’s economy continued its recovery trajectory in the second quarter of 2025, recording a 4.23% year-on-year growth in Gross Domestic Product (GDP), according to new data released by the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS). This marks a significant improvement from the 3.48% GDP growth recorded in Q2 2024, indicating stronger…
Nigeria’s Kayinsola Ajayi booked his place in the men’s 100m semi-finals at the World Athletics Championships in Tokyo after clocking a blistering 9.88 seconds in the heats on Saturday. Ajayi finished second in his heat behind South Africa’s Gift Leotlel, who crossed the line in 9.87 seconds. His sub-10-second performance…
“This development raises serious questions about regional stability and the prospects for ongoing diplomatic efforts aimed at resolving the Israeli-Palestinian conflict,” the statement read. The Federal Government of Nigeria has expressed concern over reports of an Israeli airstrike on September 9, 2025, in Doha, Qatar, allegedly targeting senior members…
At least 15 Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) are expected to be signed during the ongoing 5th session of the Nigeria–Angola Bilateral Economic Joint Commission (BEJC), which officially opened on Tuesday, September 9, in Luanda, Angola. Speaking at the opening session, Nigeria’s Minister of State for Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Bianca Odumegwu-Ojukwu,…
In one of the country’s largest crackdowns on international cybercrime, Nigerian authorities have deported 51 foreign nationals convicted of cyber-terrorism and internet fraud. The deportees—50 Chinese nationals and one Tunisian—were sent back to their home countries following a joint operation between the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) and the…
In a landmark move to tackle menstrual health challenges faced by millions of women and girls, the Federal Government of Nigeria has validated and adopted its first-ever National Policy on Menstrual Health and Hygiene Management (MHHM). The policy was formally endorsed during a stakeholders’ meeting held in Abuja, convened by…
Nigeria has joined the global community in celebrating the Republic of India’s Independence Day, marking the occasion with a strong reaffirmation of diplomatic solidarity and shared values. In a goodwill message, Nigeria’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Yusuf Maitama Tuggar, extended heartfelt congratulations to his Indian counterpart, Dr. Subrahmanyam Jaishankar,…
The Nigeria Hydrological Services Agency (NiHSA) has issued a 15-day flood alert for 198 local government areas across 30 states and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), warning residents to brace for potential flooding between August 7 and 21, 2025. According to the agency, 832 communities are at varying risk levels…
Nigeria has extended heartfelt congratulations to the Government and people of Jamaica on the occasion of the country’s 61st Independence Anniversary. In a statement issued by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, a the Honourable Minister, Ambassador Yusuf Maitama Tuggar, conveyed warm greetings to his Jamaican counterpart, Senator Kamina Johnson Smith,…
The Chairman/CEO of the Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM), Hon. Abike Dabiri-Erewa, has praised the International Centre for Migration Policy Development (ICMPD) for its sustained collaboration with Nigeria in promoting safe and orderly migration. She gave the commendation during a courtesy visit by the Head of ICMPD Mission in Nigeria,…
