Category: International
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97% OR NOTHING: ROTARY BOSS PUSHES FINAL DRIVE TO END POLIO
The world is close to wiping out polio — but Rotary International says at least 90–97% of children under five must be immunised to finish the job. The President of Rotary International, Francesco Arezzo, has called for a global immunisation rate of at least 90 to 97 percent among children under five to completely eradicate…
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AFGHAN POLICE BUST DRUG NETWORK, ARREST 123 AND SEIZE 50,000 STIMULANT TABLETS
Afghan security forces have intensified their anti-drug crackdown, arresting over 120 suspects and intercepting tens of thousands of stimulant pills in major operations. Authorities in Afghanistan have arrested 123 suspected drug traffickers and seized 50,000 stimulant tablets in a sweeping anti-narcotics operation. According to the Afghanistan Ministry of Interior Affairs, the large cache of stimulant…
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MALAWI CRACKS DOWN: PUBLIC HEALTH WORKERS BANNED FROM OWNING PRIVATE CLINICS
Malawi’s president has issued a tough new order forcing government health workers to give up private clinic ownership or face dismissal. President Peter Mutharika has banned public health workers from owning, operating, or holding shares in private clinics and pharmacies, in a major move to tackle corruption and conflicts of interest in the healthcare sector.…
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NIGERIAN STOCK MARKET BOUNCES BACK, GAINS N684BN
After a dip, Nigeria’s stock market rallied on Wednesday, lifting investors’ portfolios and signaling renewed confidence. The Nigerian Exchange Limited saw a major rebound as market capitalisation rose by N684 billion, from N121.552 trillion to N122.236 trillion. The All-Share Index jumped 0.56%, closing at 190,427.96 points, pushing the Year-To-Date return to 22.37%. Stocks like Beta…
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TINUBU’S TURKEY TRIP OPENS NEW ERA OF SECURITY, TRADE DEALS
Nigeria and Türkiye are stepping up their partnership—with fresh defence, trade and education agreements signalling stronger ties ahead. Turkish Ambassador to Nigeria, Mehmet Poroy, says President Bola Tinubu’s recent state visit to Ankara marked a major turning point in relations between both countries. Speaking in Abuja, Poroy told the News Agency of Nigeria that the…
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WHY TURKIYE SEES NIGERIA AS A KEY STRATEGIC ALLY
Shared security threats, economic strength, and deep historical ties are driving Türkiye’s growing interest in Nigeria, its envoy reveals. Turkish Ambassador to Nigeria, Mehmet Poroy, says Türkiye views Nigeria as a crucial partner because both nations face similar terrorism threats and must work together to defeat them. Speaking to the News Agency of Nigeria in…
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U.S. MILITARY ARRIVES NIGERIA TO TRAIN TROOPS, BOOST TERROR FIGHT
About 100 American military specialists have landed in Bauchi—not for combat, but to help strengthen Nigeria’s fight against terrorism. The Defence Headquarters says the United States has deployed about 100 military personnel to Nigeria to train and support the Armed Forces of Nigeria (AFN) in tackling security threats. According to defence spokesman Maj.-Gen. Samaila Uba,…
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UK SCRAPS VISA STICKERS FOR NIGERIANS, INTRODUCES DIGITAL EVISA FROM FEB. 25
Travel to the UK just got more digital as Nigerians will no longer receive visa stickers in their passports. The UK Government has announced that starting Feb. 25, Nigerian travellers applying for UK Visit visas will receive an electronic visa (eVisa) instead of the traditional vignette sticker. The new system allows applicants to access their…
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NIGERIA, ANGOLA SIGN VISA-FREE DEAL FOR DIPLOMATS
New agreement set to remove travel barriers and strengthen diplomatic ties between both African nations. Nigeria and Angola have signed a visa exemption agreement for holders of diplomatic and official passports, making it easier for government officials from both countries to travel and collaborate. Nigeria’s Foreign Affairs Minister, Amb. Yusuf Tuggar, said the deal was…
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NIGERIA-KOREA SOLAR MINI-GRID LIGHTS UP FCT COMMUNITIES
Over 4,000 households in Rubochi and Ikwa now enjoy reliable electricity thanks to a 1MW solar mini-grid! The Rural Electrification Agency (REA), in partnership with the Government of Korea, has successfully powered Rubochi and Ikwa communities in the FCT. The system delivers 900kW to Rubochi and 100kW to Ikwa, energizing homes, schools, hospitals, and small…
