…NIS sought to reassure prospective applicants and international travelers that the diplomatic missions are fully prepared to absorb the operational demands. The immigration agency conveyed firm assurances that the Washington embassy, along with the consulates in New York and Atlanta, have implemented comprehensive meas…

…and French citizens who reside in and fly directly from Saint-Pierre-et-Miquelon. Diplomatic passport holders and commercial transit flight crews meeting specific operational criteria are also exempt from both requirements. A broader registry of nations allows citizens to bypass traditional embassy visas, provided they…

…on Russia's energy infrastructure would create necessary leverage to open serious diplomatic negotiations to end the war.The Kremlin dismissed the US assessment, maintaining that heightened military and economic pressure will not coerce the Russian leadership into making diplomatic concessions."We see certain misconcep…

…said that Nigeria and Liberia had come a long way since the establishment of diplomatic relations between them, noting that the relationship was historically rich. He said that Nigeria's level of engagement in Liberia in terms of assisting to restore peace, security and stability to the country was a reflection of the…

…had spoken over the phone on Wednesday and “underscored the importance of using diplomatic means to resolve regional issues”. Both the United States and Iran said they had hit dozens of targets in the initial wave of attacks, which Iranian state television said had killed eight Iranian military personnel. CENTCOM said…

…from the Federal Secretariat Complex in Abuja for nearly a year, engaged foreign diplomatic missions, and successfully inserted a N1,302,978,000 allocation under budget code 0111062001. Moving a motion of urgent public importance, Yusuf Gagdi warned that the breach exposed a dangerous vulnerability in Nigeria's appropr…

…project, COPACETICMUSIC GENRE-a definitive body of work that serves as the diplomatic evolution of the self-created musical style he first introduced and showcased in 2024. The seven-track project perfectly captures the vision, originality, and artistic philosophy behind CopaceticMusic, transforming the concept into a…

…had spoken over the phone on Wednesday and “underscored the importance of using diplomatic means to resolve regional issues.” Both the United States and Iran said they had hit dozens of targets in the initial wave of attacks, which Iranian state television said had killed eight Iranian military personnel. CENTCOM said…

…a false claim of presidential appointment to seek or obtain official recognition and diplomatic support, including visa facilitation; and the opening of multiple bank accounts in the names of purported government agencies using allegedly forged documents." The statement added that President Tinubu directed the ICPC to…

…resonated on the global stage, elevating Nigeria to the pinnacle of global energy diplomacy.'' Ekpo said that as nations pursued decarbonisation without sacrificing energy security, global demand for Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) had been projected to grow across Europe and Asia. The minister said that the country did no…

…significant milestone and a source of pride to the state and Nigeria." He said, "The diplomatic advancement reflected Ambassador Ajimobi's commitment to service, integrity and exemplary leadership over the years." The APC governorship candidate commended the former first lady and wife of the late former governor of the…

Physiotherapists have raised concerns over plans to introduce a diploma programme and a technicians' cadre in physiotherapy, warning that the move could compromise patient safety and the quality of rehabilitation services in Nigeria. The specialists argued that physiotherapy is a highly specialised healthcare professio…

…to be.” Tedros assured delegates that WHO would continue providing technical and diplomatic support throughout the negotiations; expressing confidence that consensus remains within reach if countries negotiate with trust, flexibility and a shared commitment to global health security.

…applicants with qualifications ranging from the Nigeria Certificate in Education to diplomas and university degrees. "A screening exercise was conducted to identify the most qualified candidates. Out of the over 10,000 applicants, 8,000 participated in the screening examination, but only 600 passed. "Only 600 out of th…

…heading to a graduation photoshoot the day before they were set to receive their diplomas. She added that Adaobi was wounded on June 29 when Russian forces dropped aerial bombs on the Kholodnohirskyi district of Kharkiv and died in Germany while receiving treatment. Taking to her X handle while sharing the picture of t…

…Trump would meet Zelensky on Wednesday during the NATO summit in a big to invigorate diplomacy. “The president’s obviously getting together with him to talk about how we can end the war. That’s been a priority of his for a long time,” a senior US official said, speaking on condition of anonymity. The official said Trum…

…tensions and renewed anti-immigrant protests continue to trigger calls for stronger diplomatic action. The assurance came after Nigerians reportedly stormed the country's embassy in Pretoria as xenophobic tensions escalated, while another batch of 269 Nigerians evacuated from South Africa arrived at the Murtala Muhamme…

…on Sunday it has named its first-ever resident ambassador to Slovenia, signalling a diplomatic reset after Ljubljana’s change of government. Ties between Israel and Slovenia had soured under the previous centre-left government of prime minister Robert Golob, which had characterised Israel’s military offensive in Gaza a…

…them to relocate to safer neighbourhoods and avoid areas prone to violence while diplomatic efforts continue. It also called on Nigerians at home not to resort to retaliatory actions, stressing that the government would continue to pursue dialogue in line with the principles of African unity and solidarity. The ministr…

…him that his country had picked the right partner for socio-economic and sporting diplomacy. "I can tell you that we are super delighted for this honour by Kosovo, and we are ready for every form of sporting collaboration that will mutually benefit both countries," Olopade said. "At the Sports Commission, through the m…

…National Policy on Marine and Blue Economy," brought together government officials, diplomats, development partners, industry leaders, academics and representatives of state governments. In his paper presentation titled, "Driving Private Sector Investment and Industrialisation in Nigeria's Marine and Blue Economy: Oppo…

…interfaced with ministries, corresponded with public institutions, engaged foreign diplomats and obtained official recognition from different quarters. The party said the matter had gone beyond one individual allegedly parading himself as head of a fake agency, insisting that the scandal now touched "the heart of the s…

…survivors were recently freed after sustained engagements by the Nigerian Mission and diplomatic interventions by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. Speaking during the meeting, Odumegwu-Ojukwu questioned why the Nigerian authorities were not informed of the detention of the six citizens, saying the lack of notification…

…to AUSSOM, at the end of this year. The letter was confirmed by a senior African diplomat to the AU, who said the decision was "irreversible" and the mission is "finished". The AU Commission convened an "emergency meeting on the future of AUSSOM" on Friday, according to a document seen by AFP. "Without UN logistics, wh…

…thick and thin as good friends and trusted partners. Since the establishment of diplomatic relations in 1971, our two countries have weathered changes in the international landscape by standing firmly with each other […]