Iraq Seeks Stronger US Economic and Security Partnership
Iraqi Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi is set to meet US President Donald Trump in Washington as US-Iraq relations enter a crucial phase. The visit comes amid rising tensions between the…
Bayelsa Strengthens Flood Defence Ahead of Rainy Season
The Bayelsa State Directorate of Flood and Erosion Control has stepped up efforts to reduce flooding in Yenagoa by clearing blocked waterways before the peak of the rainy season. The…
Nigeria, Hong Kong Seal Key Tax Cooperation Deal
Nigeria and the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region of the People’s Republic of China have signed a major double taxation agreement designed to remove the burden of taxing the same…
Customs Seizes 20,500 Litres of Smuggled Petrol
The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has intercepted 20,500 litres of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) and five vehicles in a major operation against petroleum smuggling along the Lagos-Ogun border corridor. The…
Court of Appeal Upholds Judgment Against David Mark in ADC Leadership Dispute
By Adekoya Samson The Court of Appeal sitting in Abuja has upheld the judgment of the Federal High Court in Abuja in the leadership dispute within the African Democratic Party…
Farmers Applaud Northern Security Fund Initiative
The All Farmers Association of Nigeria (AFAN) has praised the Northern Governors Forum (NGF) for creating the Northern Security Trust Fund to address insecurity and support farming activities across Northern…
Nigeria Expands Cancer Care Funding and Research Efforts
The Federal Government of Nigeria is increasing investment in cancer care, local medicine production and research to improve prevention, diagnosis and treatment while reducing the financial pressure on patients. The…
Yusuf Picks Garo for 2027 Governorship Race
Kano State Governor Abba Yusuf has named his deputy, Murtala Garo, as his running mate for the 2027 governorship election. The announcement appeared in a statement released on Monday in…
UK Reaffirms Visa Rules for Nigeria, 32 African Countries
The United Kingdom has confirmed that UK visa requirement rules remain in place for citizens of Nigeria and 32 other African countries. The updated guidance from the Home Office makes…
Diamond Platnumz Divorce: Zuchu Confirms Split After Six Years Together
Diamond Platnumz divorce has taken centre stage after Tanzanian singer Zuchu confirmed that she and music star Diamond Platnumz have separated and are going through a divorce. The announcement came…
