Trump’s threat: What Tinubu must do – Dele Momodu
Nigerian media mogul and political commentator, Dele Momodu, has reacted to U.S. President Donald Trump’s recent threat of military action in Nigeria over alleged religious persecution. Momodu advised President Bola Tinubu to respond with wisdom and diplomacy, instead of panic or confrontation. According to him, the situation requires careful handling to protect Nigeria’s sovereignty and […]
Trump’s threat: APC using ‘funny’ friends for diplomacy – Olawepo-Hashim
Former presidential candidate Gbenga Olawepo-Hashim has criticized the All Progressives Congress (APC) over its response to threats made by U.S. President Donald Trump regarding Nigeria. According to him, the ruling party is relying on “funny friends” and unqualified individuals to handle serious diplomatic matters that affect the nation’s image and security. He warned that such […]
FG vows equal response as US tightens visa rules
The Federal Government of Nigeria has said it will respond in the same way after the United States introduced stricter visa rules, requiring Nigerian applicants to submit their social media history from the past five years. The U.S. Mission in Nigeria announced on X (formerly Twitter) on August 18 that any applicant who fails to […]
No cause for alarm – Minister of state for Foreign Affairs, Bianca Ojukwu, visits Ghana over ‘Nigerians must go’ protests
The Minister of State for Foreign Affairs, Bianca Odumegwu-Ojukwu, has traveled to Ghana following recent protests by some Ghanaians asking that Nigerians be deported. Over the weekend, a group of Ghanaians, mostly local market traders, held a protest where they demanded that Nigerians be sent back home. They claimed Nigerians were not behaving in line […]
How Buhari facilitated my re-election as Commonwealth Deputy Secretary after 1984 coup – Anyaoku
Former Commonwealth Secretary-General Emeka Anyaoku has shared how former Nigerian leader Muhammadu Buhari helped him get re-elected as Deputy Commonwealth Secretary-General after the 1984 military coup. Anyaoku said Buhari personally wrote a letter supporting his nomination and even sent the then Secretary to the Government, Liman Chiroma, to London to hand-deliver the letter. He shared […]
‘Bad precedent’ – China’s foreign minister condemns Israeli, US attacks on Iran
China’s Foreign Minister, Wang Yi, has strongly criticized the recent military attacks by Israel and the United States on Iran. He said these actions are not helpful and could send the wrong message to the world. According to him, they also create a bad example that others might follow. Wang Yi shared these concerns during […]
FG denies Saudi Arabia visa ban on Nigerians
The Nigerian government has denied claims that Saudi Arabia has placed a visa ban on Nigerians and citizens of 12 other countries. In a statement from Alkasim Abdulkadir, media aide to the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Yusuf Tuggar, it was confirmed that the viral memo spreading online is not true. The Saudi authorities have officially […]
Former Foreign Affairs Minister, Dubem Onyia, dies at 73
Dubem Onyia, a former Minister of State for Foreign Affairs, has passed away at the age of 73. His family confirmed the news in a statement released on Tuesday by Engr. Emeka Onyia. The statement described Onyia as a distinguished statesman who made significant contributions to Nigeria’s foreign affairs. Further details about his passing and […]
Buhari took 20 months to appoint Ambassadors – Presidency justifies delay
President Bola Tinubu has faced criticism for not appointing new ambassadors nearly 16 months after recalling all of Nigeria’s ambassadors. His aide, Ademola Oshodi, responded to the critics, saying the President is working to make sure everything is properly set up before the ambassadors are announced. During a recent interview, former Nigerian diplomats Lawrence Obisakin […]
Israel Military Launches Attack on Iran
In recent news, Israel has taken military action against Iran, a move that could have major impacts on the Middle East and the world. The two countries have been at odds for years, with Israel viewing Iran as a serious security threat. Here’s a closer look at why Israel acted and what this situation could […]