North Korean leader Kim Jong Un pledged to expand his country's nuclear arsenal during a military parade in Pyongyang, where his daughter appeared publicly again. The event featured troops but lacked major missile displays, signaling strategic restraint.
Sweden's government has unveiled plans to significantly expand deportations of immigrants convicted of crimes, proposing that offences carrying penalties higher than fines should generally result in expulsion.
The US Treasury Department has sanctioned more than 30 individuals, entities, and vessels for facilitating illicit Iranian petroleum sales and supporting ballistic missile programs.
A Nigerian man recounts enduring 36 hours in chains during a deportation flight from the US to Nigeria, alleging harsh conditions for detainees including elderly individuals.
The Nigerian government has firmly rejected a US congressional report alleging state-sponsored religious persecution, attributing violence to complex security challenges rather than religious bias.
Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi states a U.S. agreement is achievable if diplomacy is prioritized over tensions, ahead of Geneva talks with U.S. envoys.
President Cyril Ramaphosa expressed gratitude to Vladimir Putin for assisting in the return of South Africans allegedly misled into joining Russian-linked mercenary groups in Ukraine.
The Federal Government has firmly dismissed a US congressional report alleging religious persecution in Nigeria, insisting the country has no such policy and faces complex security challenges.
Senegal's Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko has condemned a Moroccan court's decision to imprison 18 Senegalese football supporters following a pitch invasion during the Africa Cup of Nations final, calling it regrettable and damaging to bilateral relations.
General Sir Roly Walker warns the UK is on an inevitable collision course with Russia regardless of Ukraine war outcome, citing Moscow's military rebuild and war footing.
Russia's intelligence service alleges UK and France plan to provide Ukraine with nuclear weapons, claims swiftly rejected by both nations as Kremlin propaganda.
The United Nations has officially released its comprehensive calendar of international days and weeks for 2026, covering global observances from World Braille Day to International Day of Epidemic Preparedness.
Learn about Nigeria's standard, official, and diplomatic passports, their distinct privileges, and how they affect travel treatment abroad for Nigerians.
Dmitry Medvedev warns Moscow could use nuclear weapons if Ukraine receives nuclear capabilities, escalating tensions with the UK and France.
Nigerians applying for Schengen visas in 2026 should avoid these 10 common mistakes, including weak financial proof and inconsistent documents, to prevent rejection.
A Nigerian man recounts a 36-hour deportation flight from the US, alleging harsh conditions including prolonged restraints and limited movement, while expressing relief at returning home safely.
The United States has outlined 18 specific recommendations Nigeria must implement to be removed from the 'Country of Particular Concern' designation, focusing on Christian persecution, security cooperation, and countering foreign influence.
The United States has detailed 18 specific recommendations Nigeria must fulfill to be removed from the 'Country of Particular Concern' designation, focusing on security, religious freedom, and bilateral cooperation.
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has been re-elected as general secretary of the Workers' Party, with the decision citing nuclear and missile advancements and economic progress under his leadership.
Peter Mandelson, former UK ambassador to the US, has been arrested on suspicion of misconduct in public office following revelations from the Epstein files. The 72-year-old is accused of passing sensitive information to Jeffrey Epstein.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky directly appeals to former US President Donald Trump for support as Ukraine marks four years of full-scale war with Russia, emphasizing US power to counter Putin.
The United States Mission Nigeria has clarified that Nigerian students and exchange visitors holding valid F1 and J1 visas will not be impacted by Presidential Proclamation 10998, which partially suspends visa issuance starting January 1, 2026.
Chad has announced the immediate closure of its border with Sudan following deadly clashes involving Chadian soldiers and armed groups linked to Sudan's civil war, citing repeated cross-border incidents and risks of conflict spread.
Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has formally offered support to remove Prince Andrew from the royal line of succession, citing grave allegations of misconduct during his tenure as a UK trade envoy.
A US District Court in Minnesota has ruled that ICE unlawfully detained Michael Opeoluwa Egbele, a Nigerian immigrant, by revoking his supervised release without due process, ordering his immediate freedom.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky asserts Vladimir Putin initiated World War III with the 2022 invasion. He rejects territorial concessions, warns of Russia's broader threat to Europe, and emphasizes reliance on institutional U.S. support over indivi
The United States Department of Homeland Security has added 19 more Nigerians to its 'worst of the worst' criminal list, increasing the total slated for deportation to 113. The individuals were convicted of serious offenses including s3xual assault of a m
The United States has updated its deportation list, adding 19 Nigerians convicted of serious crimes like fraud and sexual assault, bringing the total to 113 in three weeks.
Over a dozen Arab and Muslim-majority governments issue a joint statement condemning remarks by US Ambassador Mike Huckabee, who suggested Israel might be justified in expanding its territory on Biblical grounds. The nations call the comments dangerous an
Deputy Chairman of the House Committee on Finance, Saidu Musa Abdullahi, has extended congratulations to Saudi Arabia's Ambassador to Nigeria, Yousef Mohammed Albalawi, on the occasion of Saudi Founding Day, praising bilateral relations.