Category: International
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FEDERAL GOVT URGES CALM AMID TENSE US-NIGERIA DIPLOMATIC SPAT
The Nigerian Federal Government has called on citizens to remain calm despite the rising diplomatic tensions with the United States. Minister of Information Alhaji Mohammed Idris, speaking during a courtesy visit to Jigawa State Governor Umar Namadi, reassured Nigerians that President Bola Tinubu has the ability to resolve the issues amicably. The Minister emphasized that…
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GATES FOUNDATION COMMITS $1.4 BILLION TO HELP SMALLHOLDER FARMERS ADAPT TO CLIMATE CHANGE
The Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation has announced a $1.4 billion, four-year investment to support smallholder farmers across sub-Saharan Africa and South Asia in adapting to climate change. The announcement was made at the 30th UN Climate Change Conference (COP30) in Brazil. This funding will provide innovative tools such as AI-powered weather forecasts, digital advisory…
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YOUNG MINDS, BIG IDEAS!
Students of the University of Ibadan tune in at a Stakeholders’ Forum on Adolescents and Youths’ Health in Africa — learning, sharing, and shaping tomorrow’s solutions today.📸 Photo Credit: NAN-Photo / Olayinka Bode-Are BRAINS THAT HEAL AFRICA 💡UI dons and health experts — Profs Oluyemisi Bamigbose, Juwon Arotiba, Babatunde Salako, and Abiodun Adeolu — brainstorm…
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SOUTH-WEST ISLAMIC LEADERS REJECT US GENOCIDE CLAIMS, DEFEND NIGERIA’S RELIGIOUS UNITY
Islamic clerics from the League of Imams and Alfas in Yorubaland have strongly dismissed allegations of genocide against Christians in Nigeria, urging the United States and global leaders to avoid premature judgments that could tarnish Nigeria’s image. The League’s stance was shared at an emergency meeting in Ibadan, led by Sheikh AbdulRasaq AbdulAzeez, Grand Mufti…
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VICE PRESIDENT KASHIM SHETTIMA URGES GLOBAL LEADERS TO MOVE FROM PLEDGES TO ACTION AT COP30
Vice-President Kashim Shettima called on world leaders at the 30th UN Climate Change Conference in Belém, Brazil, to take “reasonable action” and shift from promises to real performance in tackling climate change and its devastating effects. Representing President Bola Tinubu, Shettima reaffirmed Nigeria’s commitment to reduce emissions by 32% by 2035, unveiling Nigeria’s climate finance…
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FRENCH EMBASSY KICKS OFF ‘CULTURE CONNECT’ TO BRIDGE LANGUAGE AND HERITAGE IN KADUNA
The Embassy of France in Nigeria, alongside Alliance Française of Kaduna and the National Museum Kaduna, has launched ‘Culture Connect’—a unique educational programme linking French language learning with art and heritage discovery. Over 200 students from partner schools in Kaduna will participate in guided bilingual tours at the National Museum during late November, engaging with…
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NIGERIAN STOCK MARKET RECORDS 4TH CONSECUTIVE LOSS, INVESTORS LOSE N348 BILLION
The Nigerian equities market slumped for the fourth straight session on Thursday, resulting in a staggering loss of N348 billion for investors. Key stock selloffs including Legend Internet, Champion Breweries, and Tantalizer triggered a 0.36% dip in market capitalisation, which closed at N95.316 trillion compared to an opening of N95.664 trillion. The All-Share Index similarly…
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FEDERAL GOVT STAYS CALM ON US “COUNTRY OF PARTICULAR CONCERN” DESIGNATION, COMMITS TO COLLABORATION
The Federal Government of Nigeria, through Minister of Information and National Orientation Mohammed Idris, has assured the public of a steady, responsible response to the recent US designation of Nigeria as a “Country of Particular Concern” over alleged religious freedom violations. Speaking after the Federal Executive Council meeting presided over by President Bola Tinubu, Idris…
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IAVI’S SINGLE-DOSE LASSA FEVER VACCINE SHOWS PROMISE WITH STRONG IMMUNITY AND SAFETY IN PHASE 1 TRIAL
The International AIDS Vaccine Initiative (IAVI) has announced encouraging results from the first human trial of its single-dose Lassa fever vaccine, confirming its safety and durable immune responses. Published in the New England Journal of Medicine, the Phase 1 trial involved 114 healthy volunteers in the U.S. and Liberia, monitored for 12 months post-vaccination. The…
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AFRICA NEEDS A PARADIGM SHIFT TO SOCIAL JUSTICE-DRIVEN DEVELOPMENT, SAYS OSINBAJO
Vice President Professor Yemi Osinbajo has called on African governments and institutions to redefine development by placing social justice at the heart of economic growth. Speaking at the Ford Foundation’s 65th anniversary in West Africa held in Abuja, Osinbajo argued that despite Africa’s impressive GDP growth—being the fastest-growing continent—the general quality of life remains alarmingly…
