Nigeria

President Bola Tinubu has assured Nigerians that no faith group in the country is under attack, dismissing claims of religious persecution. He made the statement during a visit to Owerri, the Imo State capital, where he addressed…
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The Federal Government has announced the cancellation of the parade earlier planned for Nigeria’s 65th Independence Day anniversary on Wednesday, October 1, 2025. The decision was made public in a statement issued on Monday, September…
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Vice President Kashim Shettima will head Nigeria’s delegation to the 80th session of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) in New York, scheduled from September 22 to 28, 2025. According to the presidency, Shettima will represent…
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Nigeria has declared its readiness to host the 2030 Commonwealth Games as President Bola Tinubu welcomed the Commonwealth Sport Bid Evaluation Committee to Abuja on Thursday. Tinubu, represented by his Chief of Staff, Femi Gbajabiamila,…
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The Federal Government has announced a breakthrough in passport processing as the Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) can now produce between 4,500 and 5,000 passports within five hours. This marks the first time in its 62-year history…
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The Embassy of Qatar in Nigeria has dismissed claims that the country has introduced tougher visa restrictions on Nigerian travelers. The clarification followed viral online reports suggesting that Nigerians would now face stricter…
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The Committee of Patriotic Forces has kicked against the Federal Government’s plan to sell large portions of Nigeria’s equity in key upstream oil and gas joint ventures, warning that the move could cripple the economy, undermine energy…
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The 2025 federal budget has left a major funding gap in Nigeria’s education sector, raising concerns about the quality of teaching and learning. Out of a total budget of ₦54.99 trillion, the government allocated ₦3.5 trillion to…
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The Presidency says Nigeria is witnessing record growth in non-oil revenues, signalling a historic shift away from oil dependence. In a statement on Wednesday, presidential spokesperson Bayo Onanuga said President Bola Tinubu disclosed…
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The United States has explained why it has been quietly revoking visas issued to Nigerians and nationals of other countries, saying the move is tied to national security. A recent investigation had revealed that dozens of Nigerians —…
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