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Abuja, Nigeria— In a historic move to deepen bilateral relations, Nigeria and Venezuela have announced plans to inaugurate direct flights between Abuja and Caracas in celebration of 60 years of diplomatic engagement. The development was confirmed during a courtesy visit by the Venezuelan Ambassador to Nigeria, His Excellency Alberto Castellar Padilla, to the Minister of […]

Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire — As part of its continued commitment to women’s health and empowerment, the ECOWAS Centre for Gender Development (CCDG) has launched a new phase of its Medical and Financial Support Programme for women and girls affected by obstetric fistula. The development was announced during the third Regional Coordination Committee meeting, held in […]

Abuja, Nigeria — In commemoration of the United Nations International Tea Day, the Chinese Cultural Centre in Abuja played host to the “Tea for Harmony — Yaji Cultural Salon,” a cultural showcase aimed at strengthening Nigeria–China relations through the shared language of tea. The event blended cultural diplomacy with agro-economic discourse, highlighting the role of […]

Abuja, Nigeria — The House of Representatives has called for an independent investigation into the errors that marred the conduct of the 2025 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME), expressing deep regret over the challenges faced by affected candidates. The demand was made by Mr. Oboku Oforji, Chairman of the House Committee on Basic Education and […]

Washington, D.C. — A federal judge has temporarily blocked the implementation of mass layoffs across federal agencies as directed by President Donald Trump, citing concerns over constitutional oversight. The decision was handed down by Judge Susan Illston of the U.S. District Court in California, who issued a two-week restraining order on Friday, following legal challenges […]

  Enugu, Nigeria — The Enugu State Police Command has successfully neutralised a suspected kidnapper and rescued a male victim, following swift tactical operations by its anti-kidnapping squad. The operation was confirmed in a statement issued by the Command’s spokesperson, SP Daniel Ndukwe, who revealed that the suspect was intercepted while attempting to flee with […]

Banjul, The Gambia —  The Parliament of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has once again urged Burkina Faso, Mali, and Niger to reconsider their exit from the regional bloc and return to the community of West African nations. This appeal came at the close of a five-day Joint Committee Delocalised Meeting in […]