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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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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47 h. ago FX market: CBN injects $198 million to boost liquidity, stabilize trading

From Adanna Nnamani, Abuja In a move to stabilize the foreign exchange market and ensure adequate liquidity, the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) on Friday, intervened by injecting US$197.71 million through sales to Authorized Dealers. CBN Director, Financial Markets Department, Omolara Duke in a circular at the weekend, said that the intervention was necessary due […] The post FX market: CBN injects $198 million to boost liquidity, stabilize trading appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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53 h. ago CBN injects $198m into FX market to boost liquidity, stabilise trading

By Adanna Nnamani, Abuja The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) injected US$197.71 million into the foreign exchange (FX) market on Friday to stabilise trading and ensure enough liquidity. The move came through sales to Authorised Dealers, as confirmed by a weekend circular from Omolara Duke, CBN Director of the Financial Markets Department. Duke explained that […] The post CBN injects $198m into FX market to boost liquidity, stabilise trading appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 d. ago Naira depreciates at official market, holds steady on parallel window

Tribune Online Naira depreciates at official market, holds steady on parallel window The Nigerian naira faced mixed fortunes on Wednesday, April 3, 2025, depreciating at the official market while remaining stable on the parallel window. At the Nigerian Autonomous Foreign Exchange Market (NAFEM), the local currency closed at N1,552.53 per US dollar, down from Tuesday’s rate of N1,531.25/US$. However, at the parallel market, the naira held firm […] Naira depreciates at official market, holds steady on parallel window Tribune Online

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4 d. ago Mining Marshals raid fortified site, arrest 3 foreign nationals

From Charity Nwakaudu, Abuja Mining Marshals have struck a major blow against illegal mining in Nigeria, dismantling a heavily guarded site in Rafin Gabas, Kokona Local Government Area of Nasarawa State. Even with compromised security protecting it, the Marshals, led by Commander John Attah Onoja, pulled off a smart, well-planned raid. They arrested three foreign […] The post Mining Marshals raid fortified site, arrest 3 foreign nationals appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 d. ago NCAA frowns at airlines’ boarding, deportation practices for foreign trips

Tribune Online NCAA frowns at airlines’ boarding, deportation practices for foreign trips The Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) has expressed concern over multiple complaints regarding airlines that sell tickets to passengers and then only transport them partway to their destinations before deporting them back to Nigeria. According to a statement signed by Michael Achimugu, the Director, Consumer Protection and Public Affairs “these actions, which involve the refusal […] NCAA frowns at airlines’ boarding, deportation practices for foreign trips Tribune Online

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5 d. ago Foreign Reserve Hits $23bn, Highest In Over Three Years — CBN

Central Bank of Nigeria has announced the highest Net Foreign Exchange Reserve (NFER) position as of the end of 2024. In a statement by CBN on Tuesday, the report marked an increase from $3.99 billion at year-end 2023, $8.19 billion in 2022, and $14.59 billion in 2021. The growth in reserves reflects a combination of […] The post Foreign Reserve Hits $23bn, Highest In Over Three Years — CBN appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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5 d. ago CBN posts $23.11bn net FX reserve, strongest position in 3 years

From Adanna Nnamani, Abuja The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has achieved its strongest foreign exchange reserve position in over three years, posting an impressive $23.11 billion in net reserves at the end of 2024. The development signals a robust recovery and enhanced financial stability for the country’s economy. It also reflects a substantial improvement […] The post CBN posts $23.11bn net FX reserve, strongest position in 3 years appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 d. ago Dollar squeeze forces Nigerians to explore alternative migration routes

Nigeria’s foreign exchange impasse is reshaping migration patterns, with many aspiring emigrants reconsidering moves to traditional tier-one countries like the US, UK, and Canada. As migration costs soar and visa regulations tighten, alternative destinations in Europe—such as Portugal, Finland, Hungary and Sweden—are gaining appeal due to lower visa requirements, a cheaper cost of living, and Read More

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8 d. ago I detest embassies treating Nigerians like commodity –Ayomide Praise,Travel expert

By Cosmas Omegoh Travel professional and former journalist,  Emmanuel Ayomide Praise, has demanded better treatment for Nigerian visa applicants by  foreign embassies in the country who see them as “commodity.” Ayomide-Praise,40, in an encounter with Sunday Sun, highlighted developments in the travel industry and changes that have occurred over time. excerpts:   As a travel professional, what evolution […] The post I detest embassies treating Nigerians like commodity –Ayomide Praise,Travel expert appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago Reps propose Nigerian citizenship for major foreign investors

A bill for an Act to alter the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, 1999 to include citizenship by investment as one of the classes of citizenship in Nigeria, scaled second reading at the House of Representatives on Wednesday. The Citizenship by Investment Bill, which is among the Constitution amendment bills presently before the Read More

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1 week ago Foreign minister urges Airbus to establish maintenance hubs in Nigeria

Tribune Online Foreign minister urges Airbus to establish maintenance hubs in Nigeria Nigeria's Foreign Minister has invited Airbus to set up maintenance hubs in Nigeria, aiming to boost the country's aviation sector and establish it as a regional hub. Foreign minister urges Airbus to establish maintenance hubs in Nigeria Tribune Online

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2 w. ago Naira gains as CBN accounts for 39.85% of dollar inflows in NFEM

The naira on Monday appreciated in the official foreign exchange (FX) market as the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) accounted read more Naira gains as CBN accounts for 39.85% of dollar inflows in NFEM

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2 w. ago CBN: Harnessing innovation to unleash creative industry’s $25bn goldmine

By Uche Usim At a time the country is in dire need of foreign exchange to drive various developmental projects, the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) and the Bankers’ Committee’s are collaboratively championing innovation as a catalyst to unlock the immense potential of the country’s creative industry, valued at $25 billion. Using the fully revamped […] The post CBN: Harnessing innovation to unleash creative industry’s $25bn goldmine appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Gov. Yusuf grants automatic employment to 54 foreign trained postgraduate students

Gov Abba Yusuf of Kano State has granted automatic employment to 54 postgraduate students, who benefited from a foreign scholarship programme to study health-related courses in India. This was disclosed in a statement by the governor’s spokesperson, Sunusi Dawakin Tofa, in Kano yesterday. The statement said Yusuf made the announcement during a reception and Iftar […] The post Gov. Yusuf grants automatic employment to 54 foreign trained postgraduate students appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Customs intercepts $193,000 concealed in yogurt carton at Abuja Int’l Airport

From Godwin Tsa Abuja The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Command of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has intercepted $193,000 undeclared foreign currency concealed in a carton of yoghurt at the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja. The interception was as a result of credible intelligence gathering and a vigilant baggage check on an inbound passenger. Addressing […] The post Customs intercepts $193,000 concealed in yogurt carton at Abuja Int’l Airport appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago How I remained focused despite becoming beauty queen –Bianca Ojukwu

•Minister tells her story at UN confab, decries discrimination against women in politics   Nigeria’s Minister of State for Foreign Affairs, Bianca Odumegwu-Ojukwu, has narrated her life trajectory culminating in who she is today.    Speaking at the Nigerian Women’s Day on the sidelines at the 69th Session of the Commission on the Status of […] The post How I remained focused despite becoming beauty queen –Bianca Ojukwu appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Federal Gov’t To Appoint Nigeria’s Ambassadors, High Commissioners Soon — Tuggar 

Nigeria’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Yusuf Tuggar, has assured that the Federal Government will soon appoint the much-awaited substantive ambassadors and high commissioners to fill Nigeria’s foreign missions, which have gone for over one year without the top officials. Tuggar gave this assurance in Abuja on Thursday during the 2025 Ministerial Press Briefing Series, […]

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