Why we’re cooperating with France while other African countries are cutting ties – Nigerian Govt

The Nigerian government has explained its decision to maintain cooperation with France, even as some African countries are reducing diplomatic and economic ties with the European nation. Officials stated that Nigeria’s engagement is based on strategic interests, security collaboration, and long-term economic partnerships. Authorities noted that France has continued to support Nigeria in areas such […]

UNGA80: Nigeria backs two-state solution for Palestine – VP Shettima

At the 80th session of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA80), Nigeria reaffirmed its support for a two-state solution as the pathway to lasting peace between Israel and Palestine. Vice President Kashim Shettima, who delivered Nigeria’s statement at the assembly, stressed that only a fair and just resolution can end decades of conflict in the […]

It would be difficult for countries like Nigeria to accept Venezuelan prisoners into Nigeria – Foreign affairs minister says in reaction to pressure from the United States

Nigeria’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Yusuf Tuggar, has said that Nigeria will not take in Venezuelans being deported from the United States, including those held in U.S. prisons. He was responding to reports that the U.S. is pressuring African countries to receive these deportees. During an interview on Channels TV’s Politics Today on Thursday, July […]

Atiku Slams Tinubu Over Nigeria’s Exclusion From Trump’s Africa Talks 

Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has heavily criticized President Bola Ahmed Tinubu after Nigeria was left out of a recent Africa-focused meeting planned by former U.S. President Donald Trump. Atiku described the snub as a serious sign of Nigeria’s fading importance in the world and blamed Tinubu’s leadership for the decline. Trump had invited five […]

Nigeria to deploy teachers, doctors and others to Caribbean countries

Nigeria is preparing to send trained professionals like teachers, doctors, and agricultural experts to Saint Lucia and other Caribbean countries. This move is part of a new Technical Manpower Assistance agreement, which aims to strengthen relationships with other developing nations and reconnect with people of African heritage in the Caribbean. The agreement was signed in […]