53 m. ago PDP Hits Out At Tinubu, Shettima For Abandoning Governance Amid National Issues

The Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) Board of Trustees, Adolphus Wabara, has criticized President Bola Tinubu and Vice President Kashim Shettima for their foreign trips, suggesting that both leaders are not prepared for governance. Wabara pointed out that while Nigeria faces multiple challenges, Tinubu and Shettima have traveled abroad, leaving the country without […] The post PDP Hits Out At Tinubu, Shettima For Abandoning Governance Amid National Issues appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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4 h. ago Hajj: Saudi Arabia imposes visa ban on Nigeria, Egypt, 12 other countries [Full List]

By Seyi Babalola Saudi Arabia has announced a change in visa policy, barring nationals from 14 countries. Nigeria is listed among the countries restricted from applying for new short-term visas starting from April 13, 2025. Other countries affected include Egypt, Morocco, Algeria, Sudan, Ethiopia, India, Tunisia, Yemen, Jordan, Iraq, Indonesia, Pakistan, and Bangladesh. The ban […] The post Hajj: Saudi Arabia imposes visa ban on Nigeria, Egypt, 12 other countries [Full List] appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 h. ago Stop foreign trips, focus on fixing domestic issues, CUPP urges Tinubu

By Romanus Ugwu, Abuja The Coalition for United Political Parties (CUPP) has urged President Bola Tinubu to end his frequent foreign trips, advising the president to tackle local issues driving investors away from Nigeria’s struggling economy. CUPP’s National Secretary, Peter Ameh, shared this in a statement to the media in Abuja. The group said Tinubu’s […] The post Stop foreign trips, focus on fixing domestic issues, CUPP urges Tinubu appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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8 h. ago Saudi Arabia imposes visa ban on Nigeria, 13 others ahead of Hajj

Saudi Arabia has announced a significant change to its visa policy, restricting nationals from 14 countries, including Nigeria, from applying read more Saudi Arabia imposes visa ban on Nigeria, 13 others ahead of Hajj

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8 h. ago Shettima receives Swedish crown princess, Victoria, at presidential villa

Vice President Kashim Shettima is receiving the Crown Princess of Sweden, Victoria Désirée, at the Aso Rock Presidential Villa, Abuja. The Crown Princess, who arrived at the Villa at 02:13 pm, was received by the Deputy Chief of Staff to the President, Senator Ibrahim Hadejia, who led her to the VP’s office. Victoria is on Read More

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9 h. ago No country has developed under democracy — Burkina Faso President

President of Burkina Faso, Captain Ibrahim Traoré, said the country is undergoing a “popular, progressive revolution” and not operating under a democratic system. He added that it is difficult to pinpoint a country that has developed practising democratic rule. Traore made the disclosure during a flag-raising ceremony at the Koulouba Palace last week. He said, Read More

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11 h. ago Netanyahu meets Trump, seeks tariffs truce, Gaza, Iran support

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu was in Washington on Monday to meet Donald Trump, whom he will likely ask for a reprieve from US tariffs while seeking further backing on Iran and Gaza. Netanyahu becomes the first foreign leader to meet Trump in the US capital since the “Liberation Day” tariffs announcement sent global markets Read More

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11 h. ago Canada Sets 2025 Certification Rules For Foreign Educated Teachers

Internationally educated teachers wishing to work in Canada must fulfil certification requirements set by each province or territory in 2025. The Canadian government in 2025 has added teaching-related occupations to the category-based draws in Express Entry, including roles for secondary school teachers, early childhood educators, and teacher assistants. According to CIC News, teaching in Canada […]

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13 h. ago ‘Dereliction of duty’, Wabara slams Tinubu, Shettima’s simultaneous foreign travels

A former Senate President, Senator Adolphus Wabara, has expressed disappointment over the simultaneous foreign trips embarked upon by President Bola Tinubu and his Vice President, Kashim Shettima, describing it as “the height of executive rascality”. Wabara commented on Sunday while reacting to Tinubu’s trip to France for a two-week working visit and Shettima’s trip to Read More

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16 h. ago 300 Golfers Battle For Honour As 2025 Captain’s Cup Tees Off At IBB Golf Club

The much-anticipated 2025 Captain’s Cup tournament officially teed off this morning at the IBB International Golf and Country Club, with no fewer than 300 golfers vying for prestigious honours. This year’s tournament, aptly titled “Tiger Bows Out,” celebrates the successful tenure of the outgoing club captain, Ibrahim Babayo. Set to unfold over six exhilarating days, […]

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17 h. ago Reject $1.08bn Foreign Loan, Probe Missing Funds, SERAP Tells Tinubu

The Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) has called on President Bola Tinubu to reject the recently approved $1.08 billion loan from the World Bank. Instead, SERAP urged the President to direct the Attorney General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Lateef Fagbemi (SAN) and relevant anti-corruption agencies to promptly investigate allegations that over […]

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17 h. ago The National Integrated Electricity Policy of Nigeria: The transmission infrastructure challenges

This article is a follow-up on the last two articles in this column titled “The National Integrated Electricity Policy of read more The National Integrated Electricity Policy of Nigeria: The transmission infrastructure challenges

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22 h. ago Lynched travellers: Kano, Edo govts to hold victims’ compensation talks

The Kano State Government has exclusively told The PUNCH that it will soon enter talks with its Edo counterpart to determine the financial compensation for families of the 16 travellers who were killed by a mob in Uromi, Edo State last month. The state Commissioner for Information and Internal Affairs, Comrade Ibrahim Waiya, though did Read More

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26 h. ago Tinubu’s respect for sovereignty shaping Nigeria’s foreign policy – Jimoh Ibrahim

The Chairman of the Senate Committee on Inter-Parliamentary Affairs, Senator Jimoh Ibrahim, has said President Bola Tinubu’s consistent regard for national sovereignty has played a pivotal role in shaping Nigeria’s foreign policy posture in recent times. Ibrahim, who is representing Ondo South under the All Progressives Congress, made the remark while addressing delegates at the Read More

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28 h. ago Tinubu’s Foreign Policy Built On Respect For Sovereignty – Jimoh Ibrahim

Senator Jimoh Ibrahim, the Chairman of the Senate Committee on Inter-Parliamentary Affairs, has highlighted President Bola Tinubu’s deep respect for national sovereignty, which he says has been pivotal in shaping Nigeria’s foreign policy. According to Ibrahim, President Tinubu’s approach to foreign relations has been guided by the principle of upholding Nigeria’s independence and ensuring that […] The post Tinubu’s Foreign Policy Built On Respect For Sovereignty – Jimoh Ibrahim appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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28 h. ago Crown Princess Victoria Of Sweden To Visit Nigeria On Official Tour

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has confirmed that Crown Princess Victoria Désirée of Sweden will be in Nigeria from Monday, April 7 to Wednesday, April 9, 2025. The announcement was made in a statement issued on Sunday and signed by the Acting Spokesperson for the Ministry, Kimiebi Ebienfa. Throughout her visit, the Crown Princess will […] The post Crown Princess Victoria Of Sweden To Visit Nigeria On Official Tour appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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29 h. ago FCT police arrest 2 notorious robbers, recover 3 stolen vehicles, others

From Molly Kilete, Abuja   The Federal Capital Territory(FCT), police command said its operatives have arrested two notorious armed robbers terrorizing residents of the FCT and recovered three stolen vehicles and two locally made guns from them. The suspects Rabiu Jubril and Ibrahim Isa, both residents of Tipper Garage, Jahi, were arrested On 27th March […] The post FCT police arrest 2 notorious robbers, recover 3 stolen vehicles, others appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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31 h. ago $1 can buy you a meal in Nigeria, unlike in US – Tinubu’s aide

President Bola Tinubu’s Special Adviser on Economic Affairs, Dr Tope Fasua, has defended the value of the naira locally despite its weakness against the dollar, saying that $1, equivalent to over N1,500, can still buy a meal in Nigeria. Fasua, who spoke on the Mic On Podcast hosted by Seun Okinbaloye on Saturday, also addressed Read More

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31 h. ago Tinubu’s Foreign Policy Rooted In Sovereignty, Collaboration – Ondo South Senator

The chairman of the Senate Inter-Parliamentary Committee, Senator Jimoh Ibrahim, has emphasised that President Bola Tinubu’s respect for national sovereignty significantly enhances the effectiveness of Nigeria’s foreign policy, particularly during these challenging times. Speaking at the 150th session of the General Assembly of the World Parliament Standing Committee on Peace and International Security in Tashkent, […]

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31 h. ago Police Foil Armed Robbery Attack On Abuja Estate, Arrest 2 Suspects

Operatives of the Nigeria Police Force (NPF) have foiled armed robbery attack at Royal Court Estate, Jahi II, Abuja, and arrested two suspects in the process. LEADERSHIP learnt that the suspects: Rabiu Jubril and Ibrahim Isa, both residents of Tipper Garage, Jahi, had attacked the estate with arms and tried carting away vehicles before operatives […]

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