Tag: Nigeria
Repeat or Revenge: Nigeria, Morocco in fierce fight for WAFCON supremacy
The Super Falcons, one of only seven teams to have featured at every single edition of the FIFA Women’s World…
Nigeria Vs Morocco: Super Falcons arrive Rabat for epic final
The nine-time WAFCON champions are set to face the Atlas Lionesses of Morocco in the final scheduled to hold on…
Nigeria presents 3rd Voluntary National Review on SDGs at UN High-Level Political Forum
The presentation reaffirms Nigeria’s readiness to collaborate with global partners, leverage innovation, and deepen multisectoral coordination to accelerate progress as…
SDGs: Orelope-Adefulire presents Nigeria’s statement at UN HLPF
This year’s forum also marked a decade of Voluntary National Reviews (VNRs), with Nigeria presenting its third VNR since the…
Nigeria bids to host Formula 1 race
Formula 1 races are usually held on specially designed tracks, but some take place on city streets or a mix…
Chelsea’s Tosin Adarabioyo opens up on emotional first visit to Nigeria
When asked about his experience with racism as a Black footballer in Europe, Adarabioyo said, “It’s still there every now…
US flags 18 Nigerian states as ‘no go areas’ for citizens
Apart from Nigeria, the other African countries flagged by the U.S. in the advisory are Somalia, Libya, Burkina Faso, South…
Nigeria reclaims ITTF West Africa title
Nigeria’s women’s team, led by Ajoke Ojomu, maintained regional dominance, defeating Benin Republic, Ghana, and Guinea to retain their title.…
Nigeria’s Economic rise: U.S. Investment hits $6.5 billion in blockbuster year
U.S. investments have primarily targeted sectors such as energy, technology, and agriculture, contributing to job creation and economic diversification in…
Nigeria meets OPEC production quota for second time in 2025
Speaking to Argus Media, NNPC’s Group Chief Executive Officer, Bashir Ojulari, said the country’s current crude oil output is around…
U.S. blames visa overstays, Nigeria promises to clean up records
President Bola Tinubu has instructed all Nigerian government agencies to fully follow international rules after the United States changed its…
Consulate Drama Settled: Nigeria affirms commitment to long-term visas for US citizens
Nigerian embassies and consulates in the United States are still giving five-year multiple-entry visas to American citizens. This goes against…
Mission X: Super Falcons to use Algeria as shooting practice to prepare for quarter-final tie
Victory will not only extend the Falcons’ superiority over the Algerians, but will sustain the Nigerian girls’ winning mentality (they…
Meet WNBA star, Nneka Ogwumike pushing to switch from US to Nigeria
Although she was named in Nigeria’s provisional squad for the Paris 2024 Olympics, her switch from the United States to…
Nigeria will not be passive participant in global decision making – Tinubu
Tinubu emphasised the need for a new path of justice, anchored in fairness, sustainable technology transfer, and accessible financing, so…
How Tinubu rescued Nigeria from dangerous crossroads – Ribadu
Ribadu said that Nigeria had stood at a dangerous crossroads in 2022, grappling with multiple crises that threatened its unity,…
Nigeria, Saint Lucia sign MoU to boost tourism, creative industries
The minister said the MOU would focus on co-development of creative economy programmes, youth-centered exchanges, and strengthening of value chains…
Nigeria’s experts storm Caribbean: Historic Pact with Saint Lucia signed
The agreement builds on Tinubu’s directive to expand technical aid to the OECS, with Yakub noting its role in enabling…
Five Chinese jailed for cyberterrorism, internet fraud in Nigeria
They were arraigned on separate charges bordering on cyber-terrorism and internet fraud.
Nigeria seeks trade, investment relations with Saint Lucia
He reiterated the existing relationship between the two nations formed their firm foundation towards renewed diplomatic and cultural engagement.
Tinubu pushes OECS Visa Waivers as Nigeria, Saint Lucia cement diplomatic ties
He electrified the audience with a groundbreaking offer: visa waivers for OECS diplomatic and official passport holders. “I respectfully urge…
Mission X: Madugu assures Super Falcons will continue to improve after win over Ghana
Goals by Mexico-based Chinwendu Ihezuo, Asisat Oshoala and captain Rasheedat Ajibade affirmed the Falcons’ supremacy over the Queens, at a…
Tragedy in Italy: Drunk driver kills Nigerian man, body set for repatriation
Emergency services, firefighters, and the carabinieri came to the scene, and the road was closed for investigation. Police identified the…
Millennium Goal: 25 Years After, The Realities of Basic Education in Nigeria
Anyone who grew up in Nigeria in the 1980s and early 1990s remembers when community primary schools were the pride…
What Tinubu, wife told Queen Mary of Denmark in Abuja
President Tinubu highlighted Nigeria's readiness to deepen cooperation with Denmark in knowledge transfer, veterinary health, and sustainable agribusiness practices.
Nigeria imported $600m palm oil from Malaysia in 2024 -Envoy
Omar pointed out that the Malaysian High Commission was working diligently to facilitate greater foreign investment in Nigeria’s agricultural sector.
Sprinter Favour Ofili dumps Nigeria for Turkey, cites reasons
sprinter, who has already communicated her intentions to the Athletics Integrity Unit (AIU), stated that she has lost confidence in…
15 Chinese, 3 others jailed for cyberterrorism, internet fraud in Nigeria
The suspects were among the 792 suspects arrested by operatives of the EFCC for alleged cyber-terrorism at a high rise…
Two Britons jailed 8 years for importation of cannabis into Nigeria
NDLEA alleged that Tatendra and Adejuwon, in May 2025 conspired with some other persons unknown to import 51.10Kilograms of Cannabis…
Nigeria launches CoP initiative to institutionalize inclusive green jobs policy
Abra Dangnan of API, who co-led the presentation, explained that the CoP is an engine of the Africa Policy Dialogue…