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June 24, 2026

Nigeria Deepens Diplomatic Footprint as New Envoys Prepare for Strategic Missions Abroad

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has announced the presentation of Letters of Credence to a new set of Ambassadors and High Commissioners-designate, marking another significant step in Nigeria’s ongoing efforts to strengthen its diplomatic engagement across Africa, Asia, Europe and the Caribbean. According to a statement issued by the Ministry, the Honourable Minister of State... Read More
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June 19, 2026

ORGANISATION SENDS PETITION TO INTERNATIONAL BODIES RAISES CONCERNS OVER SMEAR CAMPAIGNS, INSECURITY & RULE OF LAW

Calls for Evidence-Based Investigations and Protection of Democratic Institutions A coalition of civil society advocates under the banner of the Ekens and Hellas Humanitarian Foundation (EAHHF) has formally petitioned several international organisations and diplomatic missions over what it describes as the growing danger of “trial by accusation” in Nigeria’s political space. Documents made available to... Read More
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June 17, 2026

NIGERIA AT A CROSSROADS: ELDER STATESMEN RAISE CONCERNS AS POLITICAL LANDSCAPE SHIFTS

Nigeria’s political and security environment has come under renewed scrutiny following a strongly worded “State of the Nation” statement issued by a group of respected elder statesmen, diplomats, academics, former public officials, and civil society leaders. The intervention comes at a particularly sensitive moment. Since the statement was issued, the nation has continued to grapple... Read More
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June 17, 2026

Association of Yoruba Descendants Finland (AYDF) To Celebrate YORUBA DAY 2026 On August 29th

By Sam Biodun Ogundipe in London   The Association of Yoruba Descendants Finland (AYDF) Europe announces its Yoruba Day 2026 Celebrations with promises of a vibrant, colourful, and unforgettable cultural celebration that will bring together Yoruba descendants, friends, and lovers of African culture in Finland.   Holding on Saturday, 29th August 2026, this year’s Yoruba... Read More
Africa News, Breaking News, Business, community, Entertainment, Governance, Nigeria News, Politics, UK News, World News
June 15, 2026

A Response to “Northern Nigeria Will Soon Kill Nigeria”

The trending latest Lasisi Olagunju’s article raises legitimate concerns about insecurity, kidnapping, terrorism and the failure of the Nigerian state to protect its citizens. The article is by Lasisi Olagunju. However, it makes a dangerous leap from criticizing criminality to stigmatizing an entire region and, by implication, millions of innocent people. Crime is not a... Read More
Africa News, Breaking News, Business, UK News, Women, World News
June 13, 2026

UK applauds Governor Uba Sani’s reform drive, pledges continued support for Kaduna’s development

By Sam Biodun Ogundipe in London The United Kingdom (UK) Government has commended Kaduna State Governor Uba Sani for implementing transformational reforms and reaffirmed its commitment to supporting the state’s development agenda. The UK Minister of State for International Development and Africa, Jenny Chapman, gave the commendation during a courtesy visit to Kaduna. The visit... Read More
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June 9, 2026

LEADING TELECOM PARTNERS DUKE OF SHOMOLU FOUNDATION FOR LONDON STAGING OF ZIK AND OBEY

Lagos, Nigeria / London, United Kingdom – June 2026 An international telecom company has partnered with the Duke of Shomolu Foundation to support the London staging of ZIK and OBEY, two major theatrical productions celebrating the lives and legacies of Nigerian icons Dr. Nnamdi Azikiwe and Evangelist Ebenezer Obey. Lebara Nigeria and the outfit gears... Read More
Africa News, Breaking News, Business, community, UK News, Women, World News
June 5, 2026

Africa’s first Nobel laureate’s “quietly powerful” early masterpiece is set for an intimate run, bridging 1950s Nigeria out

Echoes Across Time: Wole Soyinka’s ‘The Swamp Dwellers’ Receives Rare UK Revival After Half a Century SHEFFIELD — For the first time in over 50 years, UK audiences will have the rare opportunity to experience Wole Soyinka’s The Swamp Dwellers. Directed by Dr. Mojisola Kareem, the production will run at the Utopia Theatre from June... Read More
Africa News, Breaking News, Business, community, UK News
June 4, 2026

Mayor convenes first ever London-Africa business summit as London strengthens global investment ties with Africa

Sadiq Khan hosts City Hall’s first ever London-Africa business summit, following his landmark 2025 trade mission to Africa — the first by a London Mayor. 117 African companies are listed on the London Stock Exchange — more than any other exchange globally — reinforcing London’s position as the leading international hub for African business and... Read More
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June 1, 2026

UK-Ghana Growth Partnership to boost British jobs and trade

Deals and investment opportunities agreed during President Mahama’s visit are worth £215 million New partnerships will create British jobs in engineering, financial services, education and healthcare UK and Ghana mark five years of their Trade Partnership Agreement, with bilateral trade now worth around £1.6 billion   New trade and investment opportunities for British workers and... Read More
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