Category: International
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UN ENVOY URGES GLOBAL ACTION OVER RISING SECURITY THREATS
Nigeria’s Permanent Representative to the UN, Amb. Jimoh Ibrahim, has called for urgent global action to address rising geopolitical tensions, arms proliferation and emerging security threats. Speaking during a visit by participants of the United States Army War College to Nigeria’s Mission at the UN in New York, Ibrahim warned that artificial intelligence, cyber warfare,…
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NIGERIA SPENT OVER $9BN ON LIBERIA, SIERRA LEONE PEACE MISSIONS — DEFENCE ADVISER
Nigeria’s Defence Adviser to the United Nations, Brig.-Gen. Edward Koleoso, says Nigeria spent more than $9 billion supporting peacekeeping and liberation efforts in Liberia and Sierra Leone during their civil wars. Speaking during a visit by participants of the United States Army War College to Nigeria’s Permanent Mission to the UN in New York, Koleoso…
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PRESIDENT TINUBU ARRIVES NAIROBI FOR AFRICA FORWARD SUMMIT ON INVESTMENT AND DEVELOPMENT
President Bola Tinubu has arrived in Nairobi, Kenya, to attend the Africa Forward Summit focused on investment and sustainable development across Africa. According to a presidential statement, the President landed at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport at about 12:18 a.m. local time and was received by Kenyan officials and members of Nigeria’s diplomatic mission. The summit,…
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CHINESE-NIGERIAN PARTNERSHIP TARGETS ELECTRIC VEHICLE PRODUCTION IN NIGERIA
A new partnership between China’s Launch Design Shanghai and Hybrid Motors Nigeria is set to boost electric vehicle manufacturing and assembly in Nigeria. The companies say production facilities will be established in Lagos and Abuja to support the rollout of “Acely,” an indigenous electric vehicle brand designed for Nigerian roads and consumers. According to the…
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CHINA’S YUAN GAINS SLIGHTLY AGAINST U.S. DOLLAR
China’s currency, the Yuan, strengthened slightly against the U.S. dollar on Monday, according to the China Foreign Exchange Trade System. The central parity rate rose by 35 pips to 6.8467 per dollar ahead of trading activities in the interbank foreign exchange market. China’s forex system said the daily rate is determined using a weighted average…
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Envoy Canvasses Sports Diplomacy to Boost Nigeria’s Global Image
Mrs Ikerionwu Edith, Chargé d’Affaires of the Nigeria Embassy in Beijing, China, has called for stronger use of sports diplomacy to enhance Nigeria’s international image and strengthen bilateral relations. Edith made the call in a statement issued by Kimiebi Ebienfa, spokesperson of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs on Thursday May 7. It was on the…
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TINUBU TAKES REFORMS GLOBAL: PRESIDENT PITCHES NIGERIA TO INVESTORS IN PARIS
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has taken Nigeria’s economic reform drive to Paris, assuring top investors that his policies are built on stability, transparency, and long-term growth. At a high-level meeting with global firms like Citibank and Amundi, Tinubu said recent reforms are aimed at fixing structural issues and delivering real benefits for Nigerians. Finance Minister…
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CRUISE LOCKDOWN: PASSENGERS STRANDED AS DEADLY VIRUS SCARE HITS SHIP
Passengers aboard the cruise vessel Hondius are unable to disembark in Cape Verde after a suspected outbreak of Hantavirus triggered health concerns. The ship, carrying about 150 passengers and 61 crew, is currently anchored off Praia, with only three individuals cleared for medical evacuation. Operator Oceanwide Expeditions says it is weighing options, including sailing to…
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TEAM NIGERIA STRIKES AGAIN: TWO MORE TICKETS BOOKED FOR WORLD CHAMPIONSHIPS
Team Nigeria has secured two more spots for the World Championships in Beijing at the 2026 World Athletics Relays in Botswana. The mixed 4×400m team—featuring Samson Nathaniel, Taiwo Kudoro, Chidi Okezie, and Patience Okon-George—delivered a season’s best (3:12.88) to finish second and qualify automatically. The women’s 4×100m team also bounced back in style. After a…
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UNITED EDGE LIVERPOOL IN THRILLER, SEAL CHAMPIONS LEAGUE RETURN
Manchester United pulled off a dramatic 3-2 win over Liverpool FC at Old Trafford, booking their spot in next season’s UEFA Champions League. The hosts came flying out, scoring twice early through Cunha (6’) and Benjamin Sesko (14’) to take control. But Liverpool FC roared back after the break, with Dominik Szoboszlai and Cody Gakpo…
