Tag: Nigeria
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Petrol May Hit ₦2,000 Per Litre, TUC Warns
By Editor Drealomalicha Emmanuella The Trade Union Congress of Nigeria (TUC) has warned that the price of petrol could surge to as high as ₦2,000 per litre if urgent steps are not taken to address mounting economic pressures. Speaking to journalists on Thursday, the TUC President, Festus Osifo, urged the Federal Government to act swiftly…
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Akpabio Urges Nigeria to Copy Lagos’ Development Model
By George Omagbemi Sylvester Senate President Godswill Akpabio has thrown his weight behind a message many states in Nigeria may find difficult to ignore: Lagos has become the template of modern governance that others must study and emulate. His praise for Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu was not just political flattery; it was a direct endorsement of…
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U.S. Flags 23 Nigerian States as ‘Do Not Travel’, Orders Staff Withdrawal
By George Omagbemi Sylvester The United States government has ordered non‑emergency personnel and family members at the U.S. Embassy in Abuja to depart Nigeria amid rising security concerns, while also issuing an updated travel advisory that designates 23 Nigerian states as areas Americans should not travel to. This development was reported on April 9, 2026,…
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Nigeria Strengthens Diplomatic Relations With Palestine, Saudi Arabia
By Paul Joseph Nigeria is working to enhance its foreign relations by collaborating with Palestine and Saudi Arabia, as new discussions have begun regarding humanitarian aid, pilgrimage coordination, and international cooperation. More details are provided below. After high-level meetings with officials from Palestine and Saudi Arabia in Abuja, Nigeria is making progress in its foreign…
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Officials Complete Facility Inspection for CAF African Schools Football Championship
By Paul Joseph A seven-member inspection team from the Confederation of African Football (CAF) completed their evaluation of Nigeria’s facilities on Wednesday, which are being prepared to host the Final Phase of the 2025/26 CAF African Schools Football Championship. The team, led by Omar Amr (Safeguarding), assessed the facilities and equipment at the Remo Stars…
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Lookman Scores as Nigeria Beat Tanzania 2-1 in AFCON Opener
By Charles Maduka Nigeria began their Africa Cup of Nations campaign with a 2-1 victory over Tanzania, with goals from Semi Ajayi and Ademola Lookman sealing all three points in their opening Group C match. The Super Eagles controlled much of the first half and came close to scoring early, with Akor Adams hitting the…
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BREAKING: China warns against interference in Nigeria’s affairs after US threat of military action
By: Sunday Ameh China has issued a strong diplomatic caution against foreign interference in Nigeria’s internal affairs, following remarks attributed to United States President Donald Trump suggesting possible military action over alleged persecution of Christians in the country. Speaking at a press briefing in Beijing on Tuesday, Mao Ning, spokesperson for China’s Ministry of Foreign…