IPOB Lawyer Hails Simon Ekpa’s Conviction in Finland, Calls It a Historic Lesson Against Fraud and Violence
The court never upheld any such right because his trial and conviction was never about his purported right to self-determination
Democracy on Trial: A Canadian Court’s Wake-Up Call for Nigeria
On June 17, 2025, far from Abuja, a Federal Court in Ontario, Canada, delivered a ruling that should shake every Nigerian who still believes in democracy. The case was not about a coup, an insurgency, or a terrorist cell in…
Badaru Commends Nigeria-Brazil Strategic Dialogue As A Milestone For Regional Stability
Nigeria’s Minister of Defence H.E. Mohammed Abubakar Badaru CON, mni, has lauded the recent Nigeria-Brazil Strategic Dialogue, reaffirming both nations’ commitment to strengthening bilateral defence cooperation. The dialogue took place at the Presidential Villa in Abuja. In his remarks during…
Kemi Badenoch Explains Call for Tougher Immigration Controls in UK
Conservative Party leader Kemi Badenoch has issued a strong and unapologetic call for significantly tougher immigration controls in the United Kingdom, arguing that both legal and illegal migration have reached levels that threaten the country’s sense of fairness and national…
AASU Decries Nigeria-Ethiopia Visa Impasse, Warns of Threat to Academic Mobility and Regional Integration
The All-Africa Students’ Union (AASU) has issued a strongly worded statement condemning the deepening visa consular crisis between Nigeria and Ethiopia, a situation it describes as “wanton” and detrimental to the fabric of African unity, academic exchange, and regional cooperation….
China Strikes Back: Rare Earth Minerals Export Ban Escalates Trade War with U.S.
In a significant escalation of the ongoing trade tensions between the United States and China, Beijing has announced a ban on the export of certain rare earth minerals critical to various high-tech industries. This move is seen as a direct…
Sahelian Nations Withdraw from Francophone Organization Over Sovereignty Concerns after ECOWAS Exit
In a significant geopolitical move, Mali, Burkina Faso, and Niger have announced their withdrawal from the International Organization of La Francophonie (OIF), citing concerns over sovereignty and allegations of neocolonial influence. This decision follows their earlier withdrawal from the Economic…
Nigeria and Bangladesh Deepen Bilateral Ties Through Defence and Agricultural Cooperation
In a landmark meeting held in Abuja, Nigeria and Bangladesh have expressed their commitment to strengthening bilateral relations through enhanced cooperation in defence and agriculture. This was disclosed during a courtesy visit by the High Commissioner of Bangladesh to Nigeria,…
Trump’s Tariffs on China, Canada and Mexico Take Effect as China Hit Back with Retaliatory Levies
…Canada Set to Place Tariffs on Nearly $100 Billion of U.S. Imports In a significant escalation of trade tensions, President Donald Trump’s tariffs on China, Canada, and Mexico have officially taken effect. The U.S. has imposed a 25% tariff on…
Minister Matawalle Calls For Assertiveness On Global Stage Following Visa Denial By Canada
Nigeria’s Minister of State for Defence, H.E. Dr. Bello Muhammed Matawalle MON, has issued a resolute call for Nigeria to assert its position on the global stage in the light of recent diplomatic incident involving the denial of visas to…
Indonesia’s Development Model: A Lesson for Nigeria – Peter Obi Speaks on Visit
The 2023 Labour Party presidential candidate, Mr. Peter Obi, has shared his insightful experience from his recent trip to Indonesia, highlighting the country’s remarkable advancements in universal health coverage, education, and economic growth. During his visit, Obi met with Indonesia’s…
