Saturday, June 20, 2026

ECOWAS

June 18, 2026

UN urges Nigeria, other African countries to boost domestic funding 

He said the global funding decline should serve as a wake-up call for African governments. 

United Nations
June 14, 2026

Minister urges West African envoys-designate to prioritise security cooperation with host countries

She described challenges facing Nigeria’s neighbouring countries as multifaceted.

Bianca Odumegwu-Ojukwu
June 4, 2026

Bombing terrorists won’t end insecurity; Nigeria dealing with generational grievances: Jimoh Ibrahim

“These are not issues we can resolve with missiles alone. Generational grievances demand wider thinking and deeper engagement,” Mr Ibrahim explained.

Jimoh Ibrahim with other UN-ECOWAS dignitaries in New York
June 2, 2026

NEMSA, partners unveil guidelines for solar mini-grid integration

The initiative, implemented through the Nigerian Energy Support Programme (NESP), is expected to strengthen Nigeria’s growing mini-grid market.

NEMSA
June 1, 2026

IOM rescues 67,000 stranded Nigerian migrants

She said over 30,000 returned migrants received psychological, social, and economic integration support.

International Organisation for Migration
May 26, 2026

EU, others reaffirm support for Ogoniland cleanup

He said the EU had been a long-standing partner in the remediation programme.

Pollution in Ogoniland
May 26, 2026

UN Women raises concern over low female representation in Nigeria’s politics 

Ms Eyong described the proposed Reserve Seats Bill before the National Assembly as a major opportunity for transformative inclusion of women in politics.

UN women logo
May 13, 2026

2027 Elections: ECOWAS Commission pledges to strengthen Nigeria’s information integrity

The commission reiterated its firm commitment to strengthening communication, democratic resilience and responsible digital governance across Nigeria.

ECOWAS LEADERS
May 12, 2026

Africa loses $89 billion annually to illicit financial flows: Tax Experts

Experts from the West African Tax Administration Forum and Tax Justice Network Africa say African countries lose about $89 billion annually to illicit financial flows.

STASH OF DOLLARS
May 1, 2026

Asagba of Asaba, Olu of Warri advocate deeper regional cooperation

The Asagba of Asaba, Epiphany Azinge, called for renewed commitment toward strengthening the historic ties between the Asaba and Warri kingdoms for mutual benefit.

Olu of Warri, Asagba of Asaba