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UN backs ICJ’s findings on UNRWA neutrality, denounces Israel’s allegations
The UN member states voted overwhelmingly on Friday in support of this resolution, which was tabled in Norway.
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Motherland 2025: Roadshow lights up New York with Nigerian heritage, culture
Motherland 2025 celebrates Nigerian creativity, culture, and commerce.
Shettima returns to Abuja after successful UNGA80 Mission, Germany engagements
VP Shettima met with the UN Secretary-General António Guterres and secured his commendation for Nigeria's bid for a permanent Security ...
In UNGA address, Nigeria preaches peace, two-state solution in Palestine-Israel conflict
Mr Shettima said Palestinians are not “collateral damage in a civilisation searching for order.”
Tinubu: Africa must begin to finance mineral assets, wield power in global supply
Mr Tinubu calls for a complete overhaul of the global financial architecture governing Africa's mineral resources
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Shettima arrives in New York for UNGA 80
Mr Shettima receives briefings as foreign affairs minister restates Nigeria's commitment to multilateralism, enhanced partnerships.
Kemi Badenoch condemns UK recognition of Palestinian statehood
Prime Minister Keir Starmer formally announced the United Kingdom's decision to recognise Palestine as an independent state.
Shettima leads Nigeria’s delegation to UNGA
On behalf of President Tinubu, VP Shettima will also deliver Nigeria’s national statement on Wednesday.
Nigerians among strongest supporters of global cooperation – Report
The poll, which covered 36,405 adults across 34 countries, found that 71 per cent of Nigerians support countries working together ...
Saudi Arabia restates support for Palestinian State, opposes Trump’s offers
The Saudi ministry also restated the position of the Saudi Crown Prince that his country would not "establish diplomatic relations ...
NHRC, partners plan 16 days of activities for 2024 human rights days
The events will climax with a grand finale on 10 December, which is the International Human Rights Day.
Girl Child Day: Foundation urges government to prioritise education, menstrual health, others
The organisation made the call in a statement issued on Friday, adding that there are “numerous barriers” that deprive Nigerian ...
Girl Child Day: Group visits Lagos schools, sensitises on period poverty, financial literacy
Ms Oyekan said the programme is focused on “closing the gender gap in poverty through early and gender-responsive education.”
Antimicrobial Resistance: World leaders target 10% death reduction by 2030
WHO projected that AMR will cause 39 million deaths worldwide over the next 25 years, equivalent to over three deaths ...
Tinubu to focus on domestic issues, Shettima leads Nigeria’s delegation to UNGA – Presidency
At UNGA 79, Vice President Shettima will deliver Nigeria's national statement to the General Assembly.
Education key to building lasting peace, says Nigeria’s first lady
Mrs Tinubu said building a more peaceful future rests on the nation's commitment to pursuing quality education.
Israel-Gaza War: Social media helping Palestinians change narrative – Envoy
The Ambassador described the ongoing war in Gaza as “an unfolding textbook genocide on Palestine."
UN General Assembly votes overwhelmingly in favour of Gaza ceasefire
A majority of 153 nations voted for the ceasefire resolution at the General Assembly’s emergency special session Tuesday, while 23 ...
UN adopts resolution on international tax cooperation
125 countries voted in favour of the resolution, 48 countries voted against it, and 9 countries abstained
Tinubu unveils talent export programme to boost youth employment
Mr Tinubu said the National Talent Export Programme is a key national initiative that will serve as a Special Purpose ...
Nigeria will be big player in global supply of critical minerals – Dele Alake
Mr Alake said despite being behind other African countries in mining, Nigeria’s mineral deposit is valued at over $700bn with ...
Foreign entities illegally mining Nigeria’s gold, other minerals, Tinubu tells UNGA
Nigeria at 78th UNGA: Nigeria is planning to disband "extremist groups on our turf," President Tinubu tells the UN General ...
Tinubu seeks stronger economic ties with South Africa, to visit country soon
Mr Ramaphosa emphasised that history has proven that Nigeria and South Africa can move the world on matters of mutual ...
‘Climate change undermines nearly all sustainable development goals’ – Report
Only 15% of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) on track, says the United in Science report, which makes a systematic ...
To cut costs, Tinubu orders reduction in Nigeria’s delegation to UN General Assembly
The President wishes to affirm that, henceforth, government officials and government expenditure must reflect the prudence and sacrifice being made ...
