The Federal Government of Nigeria has entered into a new agreement with the United Kingdom to facilitate the return of Nigerian nationals who have failed to secure asylum, as well as convicted offenders. The development was confirmed by the UK Home Office on Thursday, following President Bola Tinubu’s recent official visit to the UK. Under the agreement, individuals whose asylum applications have been rejected and who have exhausted all legal […]

President Bola Tinubu and First Lady Oluremi Tinubu have returned to Nigeria following a two-day state visit to the United Kingdom. The presidential aircraft touched down on Friday, where the couple was received by top government officials, including Senate President Godswill Akpabio. The visit, held from March 18 to 19, 2026, marked the first formal state visit by a Nigerian leader to the UK in 37 years, the last occurring […]

It was a vibrant gathering dedicated to celebrating women, their creativity, resilience, and impact on society as the Committed Soul Women Health Advocacy Africa Initiative (COSWOHI) commemorated International Women’s Day in Oyo State. The event, sponsored by the French Embassy in Nigeria, brought together stakeholders, beneficiaries, and advocates to explore the intersection of art, culture, and innovation. Through a series of art exhibitions, the programme highlighted the strength, contributions, and […]

The Inspector-General of Police, Olatunji Disu, has urged the Nigeria Police Trust Fund to prioritise welfare interventions for junior-ranked officers, highlighting their crucial role in frontline policing across the country. Disu made the appeal while receiving the Executive Secretary of the Fund, Mohammed Sheidu, alongside members of its Board of Directors during a courtesy visit at the Force Headquarters in Abuja. The meeting focused on strengthening collaboration between the Nigeria […]