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November 19, 2025

U.S. blocks Nigerian diplomats from attending Nicki Minaj’s event over alleged Christian genocide

“We asked the U.S. authorities if it was okay to continue to shave someone’s hair in his absence,” said Syndoph Endoni.

Nicki Minaj addressing UN conference; Nigerian diplomats in U.S.
November 18, 2025

‘You pledged to protect schools,’ UNICEF slams Nigerian govt over Kebbi schoolgirls’ abduction

“No child should be put at risk while pursuing an education,” UNICEF said in a statement.

Tinubu sleeping; armed bandits
November 12, 2025

Nigeria’s Olufemi Elias says he’s most qualified candidate for ICJ seat

The Nigerian government has been canvassing delegates’ support for Mr Elias, and several events have been organised to promote his candidacy.

Olufemi Elias
November 3, 2025

Haiti declares three-day national mourning after Hurricane Melissa

The government also declared a three-month state of emergency in several regions.

Hurricane Melissa
November 2, 2025

NDLEA uncovers Colorado lab in Lagos, intercepts Loud consignments in bathtubs

Mr Babafemi stated that the NDLEA operatives also arrested a music artist whose stage name is Steady Boy was on Thursday, October 30.

NDLEA officers
October 16, 2025

Guterres outlines proposals to strengthen UN’s effectiveness

“My vision for the United Nations system is clear: Entities that work together as one, to deliver better,” said Mr Guterres.

United Nations HQ
October 9, 2025

Rufai Oseni’s public flogging of Engineer David Umahi

When Umahi was the governor of the backwater state of Ebonyi, he acted like a god demanding worship.

Journalist Rufai Oseni and minister David Umahi
October 5, 2025

Thousands celebrate Nigeria’s independence in New York with parade, carnival

She praised the resilience of the Nigerian community and appealed for more sponsorship and support.

Independence Day parade in New York
September 29, 2025

Pope urges world leaders to respect international law, human dignity at UN Assembly

Mr Gallagher stressed that even in conflict, actions must remain within legal and moral boundaries.

Pope Leo XIV
September 29, 2025

Tinubu will engage with Nigerians in diaspora, says Shettima

Vice-President Kashim Shettima has assured Nigerians in the Diaspora of robust engagement in the policies and programmes of the administration of President Bola Tinubu.

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