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The Diplomatic Correspondents Association of Nigeria has announced plans to host its second Diplomatic, Security, Trade, and Investment International Conference on May 20, 2026, at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, with a focus on tackling the growing threat of Foreign Information Manipulation and Interference (FIMI). The summit is expected to bring together diplomats, intelligence experts, media professionals, and business leaders to address the rising impact of disinformation on global security, trade, and investment. Speaking ahead of the conference, DICAN Chairman Idehai Frederick said the initiative is designed to promote what…

Nigeria and Sweden have reaffirmed their commitment to deepening bilateral relations, with a focus on trade, innovation, and regional cooperation, following a high-level meeting between Yusuf Maitama Tuggar and Anna Westerholm in Abuja. During the meeting held at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs on Monday, both diplomats emphasized the importance of expanding collaboration across key sectors, including technology, energy, and the creative industry. Ambassador Westerholm expressed appreciation for Nigeria’s hospitality since assuming office in August 2025, noting the strong goodwill and cordial relations between both countries. She highlighted Sweden’s readiness…

The Federal Government of Nigeria has declared Thursday, March 19, and Friday, March 20, 2026, as public holidays to commemorate the Eid-ul-Fitr celebration, marking the end of the holy month of Ramadan. The declaration was made by the Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, who conveyed the Federal Government’s congratulations to Muslim faithful across the country on the successful completion of the Ramadan fast. In a statement issued on Tuesday, the minister urged Muslims to sustain the virtues of love, generosity, peace, tolerance, and sacrifice imbibed during the holy month. He…

The Niger State Police Command has extended humanitarian support to families of deceased officers, presented Ramadan relief packages to about fifty widows in a gesture aimed at easing their burden during the holy month. The initiative, led by the Commissioner of Police, Adamu Abdullahi Elleman, was carried out on Tuesday, March 17, 2026, at the Police Headquarters in Dutsen-Kura, Minna. Represented by the Deputy Commissioner of Police in charge of Administration, Aminu Garba, the CP oversaw the presentation of financial support to the beneficiaries. Each of the widows received a…

The Muslim Rights Concern (MURIC) has expressed deep concern over the recent coordinated explosions in Maiduguri, describing the attacks as alarming and calling for urgent action from the Federal Government. In a statement issued on Tuesday, the group’s Executive Director, Ishaq Akintola, condemned the multiple blasts which reportedly claimed 23 lives and left over 100 others injured. According to MURIC, the explosions occurred almost simultaneously on Monday at three locations, including the entrance of the University of Maiduguri Teaching Hospital and two busy markets; Post Office Market and Monday Market. The…

The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) has once again demonstrated its rapid emergency response capability following a serious multiple-vehicle crash along the busy AYA–Nyanya expressway in Abuja. The incident, which occurred on Monday evening at about 4:48 p.m. near the Kugbo Furniture Market axis, involved six vehicles, including two tippers, a commercial bus, and several private cars. According to a statement issued on Tuesday by the Corps Public Education Officer, Assistant Corps Marshal Felicia Kalu, FRSC operatives from the Zebra 12 Unit arrived at the scene within four minutes of…

The Commissioner of Police, Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Command, CP Miller G. Dantawaye, has paid a condolence visit to the Chairman of Kwali Area Council, Hon. Danladi Chiya, following the death of his elder brother, Mr. Godwin Chiya. The visit, which took place on Monday at the chairman’s residence in Kwali, Abuja, saw the police chief sympathising with the family over what he described as a painful and irreparable loss. CP Dantawaye expressed heartfelt condolences to the bereaved family, praying that God grants them the strength and fortitude to bear…

The Tinubu Stakeholders Forum (TSF) has welcomed the Federal Government’s planned launch of Nigeria’s National Single Window (NSW) trade platform, describing it as one of the most significant economic reforms under President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration. In a statement signed by its Chairman, Ahmad Sajoh, and Secretary, Danjuma Sada, the forum said the initiative would mark a major turning point in the country’s trade system and position Nigeria as a globally competitive trading economy. The group explained that the National Single Window would replace Nigeria’s long-standing fragmented and paper-based trade…