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Lagos, Nigeria — In a bid to ease travel access for Nigerian citizens, several European countries have maintained visa fees below ₦150,000, making tourism, education, business, and family visits more accessible. While visa processing and documentation remain critical aspects of travel, affordability has emerged as a deciding factor for many Nigerians looking to explore Europe. […]

Washington, D.C. — The United States has officially raised tariffs on foreign steel and aluminum to 50%, following a new executive order signed by President Donald Trump, in a move aimed at tightening protectionist trade policies. However, the United Kingdom has been granted temporary exemption from the hike, as its tariff rate remains at 25%, […]

Abuja, Nigeria— In a historic move to deepen bilateral relations, Nigeria and Venezuela have announced plans to inaugurate direct flights between Abuja and Caracas in celebration of 60 years of diplomatic engagement. The development was confirmed during a courtesy visit by the Venezuelan Ambassador to Nigeria, His Excellency Alberto Castellar Padilla, to the Minister of […]

Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire — As part of its continued commitment to women’s health and empowerment, the ECOWAS Centre for Gender Development (CCDG) has launched a new phase of its Medical and Financial Support Programme for women and girls affected by obstetric fistula. The development was announced during the third Regional Coordination Committee meeting, held in […]

Abuja, Nigeria — In commemoration of the United Nations International Tea Day, the Chinese Cultural Centre in Abuja played host to the “Tea for Harmony — Yaji Cultural Salon,” a cultural showcase aimed at strengthening Nigeria–China relations through the shared language of tea. The event blended cultural diplomacy with agro-economic discourse, highlighting the role of […]

Washington, D.C. — A federal judge has temporarily blocked the implementation of mass layoffs across federal agencies as directed by President Donald Trump, citing concerns over constitutional oversight. The decision was handed down by Judge Susan Illston of the U.S. District Court in California, who issued a two-week restraining order on Friday, following legal challenges […]

Banjul, The Gambia —  The Parliament of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has once again urged Burkina Faso, Mali, and Niger to reconsider their exit from the regional bloc and return to the community of West African nations. This appeal came at the close of a five-day Joint Committee Delocalised Meeting in […]