Tinubu Heads to Turkey for State Visit to Boost Ties
President Bola Tinubu travels to Turkey for a state visit aimed at enhancing Nigeria-Türkiye relations through strategic discussions on finance, trade, and investment.
Category : Foreign Relations
Nigeria-US Joint Working Group on Security and Religious Freedom
Nigeria and the United States held their inaugural Joint Working Group session in Abuja, focusing on enhancing religious freedom protection and security cooperation amid ongoing threats.
Carney's Warning: Africa Must Rethink Global Order
Canadian PM Mark Carney's Davos speech admits the rules-based international order is fading, urging Africa to reassess energy, trade, and security policies amid rising protectionism.
Ambassadorial Posting Reversal Raises Concerns Over Presidency's Coordination
Nigerians express worries as the Presidency reverses an ambassadorial posting, highlighting coordination lapses and past communication errors in government.
Poland Offers Nigeria Cyber Defence Skills and Economic Ties
Polish Ambassador Michał Cygan highlights opportunities in cyber security, agriculture, IT, and education cooperation between Nigeria and Poland, emphasizing shared growth ambitions.
US Neocolonial Tactics in Venezuela and Nigeria Criticized
Foreign policy observers argue that US actions in Venezuela and Nigeria reflect neocolonial power projection, using military pressure and sanctions to secure resources and corporate interests.
Prince Harry Responds to Trump on NATO Troops in Afghanistan
Prince Harry has defended NATO soldiers' sacrifices in Afghanistan after Donald Trump's remarks, highlighting the 457 British lives lost and calling for truthful respect.
Iran Threatens US Investments as Naval Tensions Escalate
Iran issues fresh warnings targeting US Middle East investments as Trump deploys naval forces and UK sends fighter jets to Qatar amid escalating tensions over protest crackdowns.
Starmer Condemns Trump's NATO Comments as Insulting
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer has strongly criticized Donald Trump's claims about NATO forces in Afghanistan, calling them insulting and demanding an apology for allied troops' sacrifices.
UK Navy Intercepts Russian Warships in English Channel
British Royal Navy vessels and aircraft tracked Russian warships in the English Channel during a two-day NATO-coordinated operation, with UK officials sending a clear warning to Moscow.
Trump Sends US Naval Fleet Toward Iran
US President Donald Trump has ordered a large naval force toward Iran while hinting it may not be used, as Iranian commanders warn against miscalculations amid ongoing protests and diplomatic friction.
Starmer Slams Trump Over British Troops Comments
Prime Minister Keir Starmer criticizes Donald Trump for suggesting UK forces stayed off frontlines in Afghanistan, defending their sacrifice and service.
Presidency Withdraws Dakingari's Turkey Ambassador Posting
The Nigerian presidency has withdrawn Usman Dakingari's appointment as ambassador-designate to Turkey less than 24 hours after announcement, while confirming three other diplomatic postings.
Nigeria's New US Ambassador-Designate Lateef Are
President Bola Tinubu appoints Colonel Lateef Are as Nigeria's ambassador to the US, marking a major diplomatic move after two years without envoys. Are brings extensive military intelligence and national security experience.
US Urges Nigeria to Boost Christian Protection After Kaduna Abductions
Following recent kidnappings in Kaduna, the United States calls on Nigeria to enhance security for Christian communities. NSA Nuhu Ribadu outlines government measures.
Carney Rejects Trump's Claim Canada Lives Because of US
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney firmly rebuked Donald Trump's assertion that 'Canada lives because of the United States,' emphasizing Canada's independent success while acknowledging their partnership.
Russia Joins US-Ukraine Peace Talks for First Time
Russia will participate in trilateral peace talks with the United States and Ukraine for the first time, scheduled for Abu Dhabi. The meeting follows high-level discussions between leaders and envoys, though territorial disputes remain a major obstacle.
Trump Withdraws Canada's Peace Board Invitation
US President Donald Trump has revoked Canada's invitation to join his Board of Peace following tensions with PM Mark Carney over membership fees and governance concerns.
US Withdraws from WHO Over COVID-19 Response Criticism
The United States has officially withdrawn from the World Health Organization, citing failures in handling the COVID-19 pandemic and lack of reform. White House officials confirmed the move fulfills President Trump's executive order from one year earlier.
Zelenskyy Scolds European Leaders at Davos Forum
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy delivered a scathing critique of European leaders at the World Economic Forum in Davos, accusing them of insufficient support for Ukraine as peace talks with Russia continue to stall.
US Urges Nigeria to Protect Christians After Kaduna Abduction
The United States urges Nigeria to strengthen protection for Christian communities following the abduction of over 170 worshippers in Kaduna State, highlighting concerns over religious violence.
Tinubu Names Ambassadors to US, UK, France, Turkey
President Bola Tinubu has approved the posting of four ambassador-designates to key diplomatic posts in the United States, United Kingdom, France, and Turkey, following Senate confirmation.
Tinubu Appoints Ambassadors to US, France, UK, Turkey
President Bola Tinubu has approved the appointment of Kayode Are as Nigeria's ambassador-designate to the United States, with Ayodele Oke posted to France, Amin Dalhatu to the UK, and Usman Dakingari to Turkey.
Trump: US 'Annihilating' Terrorists in Nigeria
US President Donald Trump announced American forces are annihilating terrorists killing Christians in Nigeria during a peace ceremony at Davos, referencing 2025 actions.
Trump's Board of Peace Raises UN Rivalry Fears
U.S. President Donald Trump has formally launched his Board of Peace, aiming to stabilize Gaza's ceasefire but potentially expanding globally, raising concerns among allies about undermining the United Nations.
Trump: Putin Accepts Peace Board Invite, Russia Mulls Frozen Assets
U.S. President Donald Trump states Russian President Vladimir Putin accepted an invitation to join the proposed Board of Peace for Gaza, though Putin's confirmation remains unclear as Russia reviews details and considers using frozen assets to fund a perm
U.S. Exits WHO, Sparks Global Health Concerns
The United States officially withdraws from the World Health Organization, raising legal disputes over unpaid fees and fears of weakened global health systems.
Trump's Greenland Deal May Include U.S. Military Sovereignty
President Trump's proposed Greenland agreement could involve U.S. sovereignty over military bases and mineral extraction rights, creating transatlantic tensions ahead of Davos negotiations.
ICE Detains 5-Year-Old Boy After Preschool, Sparks Outrage
A 5-year-old boy, Liam Conejo Ramos, was detained by ICE agents in Columbia Heights, Minnesota, after preschool, raising questions about immigration enforcement tactics and sparking widespread public outrage.
US Delegation Visits Nigeria for Security, Christian Protection Talks
A high-level US delegation led by Under Secretary Allison H. visits Nigeria to discuss counterterrorism cooperation and protection of Christian communities, part of a wider diplomatic tour across Africa, Middle East, and Europe.
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