EU Summit Debates Using Frozen Russian Assets for Ukraine
EU leaders meet in Brussels to decide on funding Ukraine's war effort, debating a risky plan to use €200 billion in frozen Russian central bank assets. Will they reach a deal?
Category : Foreign Relations
Ex-Nigeria Ambassador to China, Uthman AbdulAzeez, Dies
Nigeria's former ambassador to China, Uthman AbdulAzeez, has passed away at 71 after a brief illness. Read tributes from Kwara governor and his legacy in intelligence and diplomacy.
US States Sue Trump Over $100,000 H-1B Visa Fee
California and 19 other US states file a lawsuit to block Trump's $100,000 H-1B visa fee, calling it unlawful. The tech industry and business groups warn of severe consequences. Read the full details.
Group Slams Boris Johnson for Downplaying Nigeria Insecurity
American Veterans of Igbo Descent blast former UK PM Boris Johnson for saying he felt 'perfectly safe' in Nigeria. They challenge him to travel by road without security. Read their full reaction.
Trump's Envoy Riley Moore Wraps Up Nigeria Meetings
US Representative Riley Moore, dispatched by Donald Trump, completes diplomatic visit to Nigeria, citing productive talks. Details of the meetings are forthcoming.
Shettima Represents Tinubu at Ouattara's Swearing-In
Vice President Kashim Shettima has departed Abuja for Côte d'Ivoire to attend the inauguration of President Alassane Ouattara. Read more about the strong Nigeria-Côte d'Ivoire ties.
Iran Abandoned Assad Days Before His Ousting
Exclusive report reveals how Iranian forces and diplomats fled Syria in December 2024, leaving Bashar al-Assad to his fate as rebels closed in on Damascus. Discover the inside story.
Nigeria Reacts to Failed Coup Attempt in Benin
Nigeria's Federal Government condemns the failed military coup in Benin Republic. Foreign Affairs Minister Yusuf Tuggar denounces the assault on democracy. Read the full statement and details.
Nigeria Condemns Coup Attempt in Benin Republic
Nigeria's government condemns the attempted coup in Benin, calls for calm, and reaffirms commitment to regional stability and democratic governance. Read the full statement.
US Congress Members Assess Security in Benue State
Governor Hyacinth Alia hosts US lawmakers to discuss Benue's security crisis. The visit follows President Trump's controversial 'Christian genocide' allegation and military threat against Nigeria.
US Lawmakers Land in Nigeria After Trump's Warning
A US congressional delegation arrived in Abuja for security talks following President Trump's threat over religious persecution. Read details of the high-level meeting.
Ufochukwu: Legal Expert in Tinubu's Ambassadorial List
Barrister Nkechi Linda Ufochukwu, with 15+ years in law & humanitarian work, is a key nominee in Tinubu's ambassadorial list sent to the Senate. Discover her profile and potential postings.
AU Condemns Attack on Civilians in Sudan
African Union Chair Mahmoud Ali Youssouf condemns the horrific attack in Kalogi, Sudan, killing over 100. He demands a ceasefire, humanitarian access, and justice.
MPAC slams Nigeria High Commission for RCCG-only UK passport venues
MPAC condemns Nigeria High Commission in London for using only RCCG-linked venues for the December 2025 UK passport exercise, calling it a breach of religious neutrality. Read the full story and demands for change.
US-Ukraine Talks Continue, Progress Depends on Russia
US and Ukrainian officials hold third day of talks in Miami. Both sides agree any real progress depends on Russia's readiness for peace. Read the latest on the diplomatic push.
MURIC Alarms Over US Plot to Ban Shari'ah in Nigeria
MURIC warns the United States against calls to pressure President Tinubu to outlaw Shari'ah law and Hisbah, describing it as a threat to national security and democracy. Read the full statement.
Ikale Forum Lauds Jimoh Ibrahim's Ambassador Nomination
The Ikale Advancement Forum has commended President Tinubu for nominating Senator Jimoh Ibrahim as a non-career ambassador. Read why they call him a 'round peg in a round hole'.
Burkina Faso Releases 8 NGO Staff Accused of Spying
Burkina Faso's military junta has released eight INSO staff detained for alleged espionage. The NGO denies the charges, citing its humanitarian mission. Read the full details.
Trump's New National Security Strategy: America First, Europe 'Resistance'
President Trump releases a 33-page national security strategy, pivoting from global leadership, confronting Europe, and focusing on the Western Hemisphere. Read the full analysis.
Lebanon Seeks Peace, Urges UN Support for Army Plan
Lebanese President Joseph Aoun tells a UN Security Council delegation his country seeks to avoid war with Israel. He urges international support for the army's disarmament plan. Read the latest.
EU's Ukraine Funding Plan Exposes Hypocrisy on Colonial Debt
The EU's plan to use €210bn in frozen Russian assets for Ukraine faces legal risks, while ignoring calls for colonial reparations in Africa. This double standard threatens Europe's financial credibility. Read the full analysis.
Amnesty Condemns Burkina Faso's Death Penalty Plan
Amnesty International urges Burkina Faso's military junta to halt plans to reinstate the death penalty for treason and terrorism, warning it reverses abolition progress. Read more.
ICC Official Linked to Figueira Spy Case, Fuels Criticism
Reports allege a top ICC official's involvement in funding CAR militants via Martin Figueira. This scandal adds to the court's crises, including African withdrawals and reform doubts. Read more.
Lebanon Seeks Peace, No War with Israel - President
Lebanese President Joseph Aoun tells UN Security Council his nation seeks diplomacy, not conflict with Israel. He urges support for army's disarmament plan amid Hezbollah criticism.
DR Congo Peace Deal Signed, Implementation in Doubt
A new peace deal for DR Congo was signed in Washington, but intense fighting continues in the east. Can this agreement, focused on minerals and a ceasefire, bring lasting peace?
African Nations Unite for UK Colonial Reparations Claim
African leaders are advancing a historic joint reparation claim against Britain for colonial-era crimes. Nigeria leads the push, building on a $5 trillion demand. Read the latest.
MURIC Rejects US Pressure on Shariah Law
The Muslim Rights Concern (MURIC) has firmly rejected calls from US-linked figures for Nigeria to outlaw Shariah, warning it crosses a constitutional red line. Read the full statement.
Putin Insists Russia Will Take Donbas, New Talks Begin
Russian President Vladimir Putin vows to take Donbas as Ukraine prepares for new US peace talks. Get the latest on the conflict and diplomatic efforts.
Trump's New Strategy Shifts US Global Role
President Trump's new security strategy vows a major shift from global dominance to regional focus in Latin America, a hardline on migration, and confrontation with European allies. Read the full analysis.
Key Israeli-backed Gaza militia leader killed
Yasser Abu Shabab, head of the Israeli-supported Popular Forces militia in Gaza, has been killed. His death marks a major setback for Israel's strategy to reshape the territory's political landscape post-war.
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