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The Federal Government has officially announced the theme for Nigeria’s 2025 Independence Day celebration: “Nigeria @ 65: All Hands on Deck for a Greater Nation.” The theme was revealed on Wednesday in a statement issued by Segun Imohiosen, Director of Information and Public Relations, Office of the Secretary to the…
The Federal Republic of Nigeria and the Republic of Namibia have reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening bilateral ties for mutual benefit, during a high-level engagement on the sidelines of the ongoing 80th United Nations General Assembly (UNGA 80) in New York. The renewed diplomatic momentum came as Namibia’s President, Netumbo…
he United States Mission in Nigeria has reaffirmed its commitment to anti-corruption and democratic accountability, stating that individuals involved in corrupt activities may be barred from entering the U.S., regardless of their social, political, or economic status. The statement was made via the Mission’s official X (formerly Twitter) account on…
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,…
