…as one of Nigeria’s leading venues for international conferences, corporate events, diplomatic engagements, and luxury leisure. “The hotel continues to set the benchmark for luxury hospitality and tourism in Nigeria and across Africa through its outstanding service and modern facilities,” the ITTN executive noted React…

…said the introduction of Produce Inspection and Export Management at the National Diploma and Higher National Diploma levels would support Nigeria’s efforts to increase agricultural exports and diversify its economy. He said, “We now have a new programme in OND and HND in Produce Inspection and Export Management. That’…

…firmer military partnerships. The 2026 US-Israel war with Iran exposed a harsh truth: diplomatic ties alone do not guarantee military support. Iran’s relations with China and Russia lack NATO-style obligations, underscoring the growing importance of formal defence treaties.NATO strengthens global defence as members exp…

…my education, obtaining a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, a Postgraduate Diploma in Civil and Environmental Engineering and a Master’s degree in Systems Engineering. I later established my own engineering company before I was selected as the Olofin of Isheri. Looking back, every stage of my journey prepared me f…

…Year of People-to-People Exchanges and the 55th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between Nigeria and China. He said exchanges in culture, education, tourism and youth affairs had grown in recent years, deepening mutual understanding and strengthening the China-Nigeria comprehensive strategic par…

…at a two-day high-level retreat of Nigerian ambassadors and Sahel and Lake Chad diplomatic representatives. The retreat, themed “Strengthening Nigeria’s Engagement with the Sahel and Lake Chad Basin Countries: Towards Peace, Security and Sustainable Regional Development,” brings together Nigerian ambassadors, diplomati…

Nigerian law professor and diplomat, Akasoba Duke-Abiola, has accepted her nomination and endorsement by the African Policy and Research Consortium for the position of Secretary-General of the United Nations. Duke-Abiola, the widow of the late businessman and politician, Chief Moshood Abiola, disclosed this on Saturday…

…people-to-people and cultural exchange series, brought together officials, diplomats and cultural stakeholders to showcase Chinese traditions while highlighting opportunities for stronger bilateral cooperation in technology, agriculture and economic development. Speaking at the event, the Permanent Secretary, Federal M…

…From breaking news to viral moments. Follow Legit.ng on Instagram!Domestic staff of a diplomat work visaThis visa covers domestic workers employed by diplomatic, consular, or official staff stationed in New Zealand. Both the employer and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade must support the application.Entertainer…

…cut-off mark to study Law, Christabel Ikegwuonu, who embraced International Law and Diplomacy at Babcock University and graduated with a first class, tells TEMITOPE ADETUNJI about her academic journey, becoming the first in her family to achieve a feat You graduated with first-class degree. How does it feel to have rea…

…military salute after taking their respective oaths. After four years of diplomatic spats with the United States, President Donald Trump now has a keen ally in Bogota. The 48-year-old president, who holds dual US and Colombian citizenship, has offered to launch joint military operations and even host US troops on Colom…

…spirit and hustle. That spirit will help you succeed in business,” the diplomat remarked. The convener of the programme, Edu, noted that it focused on helping small-scale agropreneurs meet regulatory requirements needed to scale their businesses and gain access to larger markets. “The programme is about getting small-s…

…project legitimacy for his fake agency to visitors, government officials and foreign diplomats. The ICPC chairman explained, “No Federal Government funds were approved or disbursed to the fake agency, and no security breach was found within the Presidency or the Central Bank of Nigeria.” He said, however, that the inve…

…War II.” Speaking in a viral video circulating online, Trump said he preferred a diplomatic agreement over military action but maintained that Iran must never be allowed to acquire nuclear weapons. Trump says he prefers a deal over military action Trump said he would rather resolve the dispute through negotiations than…

…of 10 due to financial hardship but became a renowned writer, scientist, inventor, diplomat and one of America’s Founding Fathers through self-education. He equally cited Thomas Edison, who received only a few months of formal schooling before being taught at home and becoming one of history’s greatest inventors throug…

…“Netanyahu has no other option besides listening to his only friend left in the diplomatic community,” he said, referring to Trump. “Netanyahu is not a very active player here — he’s an active player maybe in trying to block some ideas, but Israel is not putting anything on the table.” US pressure on Israel to curb att…

…11, for Veterans Day, and on Thursday, November 26, for Thanksgiving Day. The diplomatic missions will also be closed on Friday, December 25, for Christmas Day, which is observed in both Nigeria and the United States. The final holiday closure for the year will be on Saturday, December 26, for Boxing Day, a recognised…

Brent crude fell more than 4.8% to about $83.70 per barrel following renewed US-Iran diplomatic talksNigeria's deregulated fuel market means international crude prices directly shape what consumers pay at the pumpAnalysts warn that naira movements and stock purchased at higher prices could delay any relief for Nigerian…

…one phrase has migrated from European policy papers to the heart of African diplomacy: “Strategic Autonomy”. For Nigeria, this is not a new experiment in isolation, nor is it a nostalgic return to Cold War non-alignment. As I outlined in a recent address from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Abuja, it is something fa…

…Ambassador to Benin Republic, Mopelola Ibrahim. The ambassador said Nigeria’s diplomatic engagement with Benin remained focused on expanding bilateral trade and strengthening joint border surveillance to tackle emerging security threats. The Alliance of Sahel States comprises Burkina Faso, Mali and Niger, three militar…

…attacked about 15 houses in the Eruku community, killing a final-year Higher National Diploma student and injuring at least three others. The incident forced the institution to postpone examinations as authorities moved to improve security in the area.

…"The presentation of the Letters of Credence formally marks the commencement of her diplomatic assignment as Nigeria's Ambassador to Israel and reaffirms the Federal Government's commitment to further strengthening the longstanding cordial relations between Nigeria and Israel." Speaking after the ceremony, according to…

…aboard Air Force One that Washington had paused military action in favour of diplomacy. "We're talking to them in the form of a negotiation. It begins tomorrow afternoon," Trump said. Earlier on Sunday, Trump wrote on Truth Social that Iran and US allies in the Gulf had urged him to "hold off" on planned strikes becaus…

…previously issued apocalyptic warnings to Tehran, only to subsequently insist that diplomacy was being given a chance. “The US was locked and loaded and ready to go against the Islamic Republic of Iran, at levels of military terror, strength, and power not seen since World War II,” Trump posted on Saturday. “But cancel…

…characterised by coordinated airstrikes, regional missile exchanges, and shifting diplomatic efforts.Marco Rubio is at the centre of a viral claim alleging the US would deny visas to people who criticise Israel, prompting renewed debate over immigration policy. Photo ImagesThe post reignited debate over Washington's im…