Thursday, June 18, 2026

Commonwealth and Development Office

June 16, 2026

UK appoints Peter Vowles as new high commissioner to Nigeria

“Absolutely delighted to be appointed British High Commissioner to the Federal Republic of Nigeria,” Mr Vowles tweeted on Tuesday morning.

May 13, 2026

FG, UNESCO rally stakeholders on technology, innovation

The federal government and the UNESCO have called for stronger collaboration among stakeholders to reposition science, technology and innovation as driver of economic growth.

UNESCO
April 17, 2026

We are closely monitoring Nigeria’s preparations for 2027 presidential election: UK

“We will continue to engage with the Independent National Electoral Commission…to support initiatives that strengthen a credible…electoral process,” said Mr Elmore.

Tinubu with Starmer
October 16, 2025

We’re making progress in strengthening community trust: Police

The police say progress has been made in strengthening community trust, improving communication, and enhancing accountability.

Armed policewomen
October 15, 2025

Stakeholders renew commitment to peaceful Anambra guber elections

Stakeholders in Nigeria’s democratic process have renewed their commitment to ensuring a peaceful governorship election in Anambra.

Ballot boxes
April 25, 2025

UK govt deports 43 Nigerians, Ghanaians over failed asylum, other offences

According to the release, over 24,000 individuals have been returned to their countries since the election in the UK.

United Kingdom Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office
June 3, 2024

UK issues warning to British citizens over nationwide strike in Nigeria

“You are advised to check with your airline or agent before travelling and make alternative arrangements where required.”

United Kingdom Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office
March 20, 2024

UK delivers over 2,000 tonnes of food to Gaza

The new aid delivery includes fortified wheat flour for use in bakeries, hot meals.’’

Gaza and Uk
February 17, 2024

UK spent £300 million on security, stability in Africa in 2023: Minister

“The UK is also supporting capacity building for Nigerian judges and prosecutors across.’’

United Kingdom flag
November 15, 2023

UK removes ‘terror alert’ U.S. issued on threats to Nigeria’s major hotels

The UK government has removed the security alert issued by the U.S. Embassy in Nigeria on the increased threat to major hotels.

Richard Montgomery and Bola Ahmed Tinubu