Friday, June 13, 2025

Cyprus

May 22, 2025

Gov Yusuf clears N2.24 billion outstanding fees of 84 Kano students stranded in Cyprus

According to him, the abrupt suspension of the programme subjected the students to severe hardship. 

Kano Governor Abba Yusuf
January 16, 2025

Biden grants Cyprus access to three U.S. military programmes

Cypriot President Nikos Christodoulides strongly supported the development of U.S.-Cyprus ties and the joining of NATO.

U.S. military base in Niger Republic (Credit: Arab News)
January 3, 2025
Syria's new leader Ahmed al-Sharaa
October 3, 2024

More flights planned for Britons to flee Lebanon

Britons have been advised to get the first flight available out of Lebanon.

Lebanon
September 25, 2024

UK sends troops to Cyprus for nationals’ evacuation from Lebanon

Fierce fighting this week between Israel and the Iran-backed Lebanese Hezbollah has increased fears.

UK flag
July 20, 2024

Governor Idris donates N50 million to Command Girls’ School, Goru

Mr Idris informed the school authorities that his administration would offer a helping hand in the refurbishment of some of its structures.

Kebbi Governor, Nasir Idris
April 4, 2024

Cyprus appeals to EU for assistance with migrant crisis

Cyprus has called on the European Union to provide “practical assistance” as the eastern Mediterranean island is grappling with an influx of Syrian migrants.

Migrants
December 3, 2023

NDLEA seizes Cyprus-bound hard drugs concealed in jean trousers

The drugs included methamphetamine, tramadol and other psychoactive substances to be exported using courier firms.

NDLEA officers
December 1, 2023

Jigawa government to spend N1 billion on scholarships, school projects

The Jigawa government has approved over N1 billion for foreign scholarships and school infrastructure development projects in the state.

Jigawa Governor Umar Namadi
November 24, 2023

Gov. Lawal suspends Zamfara private schools’ licences, declares state of emergency on education

According to him, the neglect affects both primary and tertiary education, saddled with a poor learning environment and poorly trained personnel.

Dauda Lawal-Dare