Category: Foreign News

Foreign Affairs honours Amb Akinremi Bolaji at emotional farewell reception

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has honoured Ambassador Akinremi Alade Bolaji, outgoing Director of the Department of Reforms and Innovations, with a ceremonial farewell reception held on Wednesday, December 3, 2025, at the Ministry’s Atrium in Abuja. The event drew top government officials, including the Honourable Minister of State for Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Bianca Odumegwu-Ojukwu; directors of the Ministry; representatives of government agencies; members of the diplomatic corps; and other stakeholders.   Renowned for his discipline, professionalism, and extensive diplomatic expertise, Ambassador Bolaji was celebrated as one of the most…

Nigeria, Kenya pledge to deepen strategic partnership as Foreign Affairs Permanent Secretary hosts High Commissioner Parashina

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Dunoma Umar Ahmed, PhD, on Thursday received the Kenyan High Commissioner to Nigeria, His Excellency Isaac Keen Parashina, in Abuja, where both officials reaffirmed their countries’ commitment to strengthening longstanding bilateral relations. The meeting provided an opportunity for both sides to assess ongoing cooperation and explore areas requiring renewed engagement. High Commissioner Parashina conveyed Kenya’s appreciation for Nigeria’s consistent diplomatic support and reiterated Nairobi’s desire to expand collaboration across political, economic, security, and cultural spheres. He also highlighted concerns regarding…

NiDCOM celebrates Capt. Adebanke Osilaja as first Nigerian female Captain in U.S. Legacy Airline

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM) has hailed the historic accomplishment of Captain Adebanke Osilaja, who has become the first Nigerian female pilot to earn the rank of Captain in any U.S. legacy airline.   In a statement signed by Abdur-Rahman Balogun, Head of Media, Public Relations and Protocol Unit, NiDCOM, the Commission described Osilaja’s elevation as a groundbreaking achievement that brings pride to Nigeria and showcases the excellence of Nigerians in the diaspora.   NiDCOM Chairman/CEO, Hon. Abike Dabiri-Erewa, said Osilaja’s rise to Captain in a major U.S. carrier…

After 14 years, Oyetola leads Nigeria’s triumphant return to IMO Council

Lukman Laleye Babalola

Nigeria has reclaimed its place on the global maritime stage with its election into Category C of the International Maritime Organization (IMO) Council for the 2026–2027 biennium, marking the country’s first return in 14 years.   The development was announced on Friday in a statement by Dr. Bolaji Akinola, Special Adviser to the Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Dr. Adegboyega Oyetola. According to him, Nigeria secured the seat during the IMO General Assembly held in London on November 28, 2025 restoring the nation’s visibility and influence within the world’s…

Nigeria condemns military coup in Guinea-Bissau, demands immediate restoration of constitutional order

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Federal Government of Nigeria has strongly condemned the military coup in the Republic of Guinea-Bissau, described it as an unacceptable and unconstitutional seizure of power that threatens democratic stability in West Africa.   In a statement issued on Thursday by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and signed by its spokesperson, Kimiebi Imomotimi Ebienfa, Nigeria expressed “profound dismay and deep concern” over the military insurrection, stressed that it undermined democratic progress not only in Guinea-Bissau but across the entire ECOWAS region.   According to the statement, the action of the…

Nigeria’s G20 push driven by national priorities, equity — Tuggar

Lukman Laleye Babalola

Nigeria said its participation at the 2025 G20 Leaders’ Summit in Johannesburg is firmly anchored on its national priorities and its longstanding vision for a fairer global economic order.   Minister of Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Yusuf Maitama Tuggar, stated this on the sidelines of the summit, stressed that Nigeria’s engagement reflected President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s commitment to justice, transparency and shared prosperity in global affairs. Representing the President during the Third Session of the Summit, Vice President Kashim Shettima said Nigeria’s interventions were guided by the need to promote equity,…

Tuggar unveils Regional Partnership for Democracy, says initiative is Nigeria’s gift to Africa

Lukman Laleye Babalola

Nigeria’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, H.E. Yusuf Tuggar, has launched the Regional Partnership for Democracy (RPD) in Abuja, described it as a home-grown framework designed to strengthen and stabilise democratic governance across Africa. At the signing ceremony, Tuggar said the initiative marked a new chapter in Africa’s democratic journey and reflects President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s commitment to building democratic systems that are rooted in African values, shaped by local realities and informed by global best practices. He expressed Nigeria’s deep appreciation to the United Nations Office in Nigeria for its…

Foreign Affairs Ministry briefs Diplomatic Corps on Tinubu’s reform agenda, Economic progress

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Dunoma Umar Ahmed, on Wednesday, briefed members of the Diplomatic Corps at Tafawa Balewa House, Abuja, on the far-reaching reforms and developmental strides of the administration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. Speaking on behalf of the Honourable Minister of Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Yusuf Maitama Tuggar, Ambassador Ahmed expressed appreciation to the envoys for their continued partnership and sustained diplomatic engagements with Nigeria. He reiterated the government’s commitment to strengthening bilateral and multilateral relations for mutual growth and global stability. He noted that…

Nigeria, Germany renew strategic ties, deepen cooperation on Power, Security, Trade, and Migration

Lukman Laleye Babalola

Nigeria and Germany have renewed their commitment to strengthening cooperation across critical sectors including power, security, trade, migration, and culture under the framework of the Nigeria–Germany Bi-National Commission. The Honourable Minister of Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Yusuf Maitama Tuggar, met with his German counterpart, Minister Johann Wadephul, in Berlin, as both nations marked 65 years of diplomatic relations. Conveying the warm greetings of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, Ambassador Tuggar praised Germany’s “enduring friendship and constructive partnership in advancing Nigeria’s national development priorities.” He described Nigeria–Germany relations as “a cornerstone of our…

Tinubu to meet Trump over Christian genocide claims …Meeting aims to ease tension after US threat of military action against Nigeria

Emporium Reporters

The Presidency has announced that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu will soon meet with United States President Donald Trump to discuss the growing diplomatic tension sparked by allegations of a Christian genocide in Nigeria.   Trump had recently threatened possible military action against Nigeria, citing reports of attacks on Christians and warning that the U.S. could suspend aid if the killings continued unchecked.   Reacting to the development, Daniel Bwala, Tinubu’s Special Adviser on Policy Communication, said in a post on X that the two leaders shared common interests in global…