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Nigeria

Minister pushes for launch of Nigeria–Israel joint commission

Minister of State for Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Bianca Odumegwu Ojukwu, has called for the full take off of the Nigeria–Israel Joint Commission to deepen cooperation between both countries. She made the appeal while hosting the Israeli Ambassador to Nigeria, Michael Freeman, at Tafawa Balewa House in Abuja.​ According to a statement by her media aide, Dr Magnus Eze, their talks covered defence and intelligence, economic ties, consular matters, religious tourism and wider bilateral and multilateral issues. Odumegwu Ojukwu said Nigeria has much to learn from Israel’s experience in border security management, especially in the fight against insurgency and terrorism. She noted that such collaboration would be easier to drive once the joint commission is operational.​ The minister also commended Israel for its plan to donate about 50 to 60 fully equipped ambulances to Nigeria, starting with an initial batch of […]

Abdulmumini Auwal SA February 27, 2026

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Nigeria

Senate clears 64 ambassadorial nominees, leaves one pending​

The Senate has confirmed 64 out of 65 nominees for appointment as Career and Non Career Ambassadors of the Federal Republic of Nigeria. The confirmation followed consideration and adoption of the report of the Senate Committee on Foreign Affairs presented by its chairman, Senator Abubakar Sani Bello.​ Senator Bello said the committee screened all the nominees and found them suitable for appointment. He added that the process complied with relevant laws and guidelines governing diplomatic postings. According to the report, 34 nominees were confirmed as Career Ambassadors while 30 were cleared as Non Career Ambassadors.​ Those confirmed as Career Ambassadors include Nwaobiala Ezenwa Chukwuemeka from Abia, Betso Maimunah Ibrahim from Adamawa and Monica Okwuchukwu Enebechi from Anambra. Others are Mohammed Mahmud Lele from Bauchi, Ahmed Mohammed Monguno from Borno, Adams Jane Bassey from Cross River and Sulu Gambari Olatunji Ahmed […]

Abdulmumini Auwal SA December 18, 2025

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Nigeria

Tinubu names Ibas, Dambazau, Gambari as ambassador nominees

President Bola Tinubu has nominated former Chief of Naval Staff Ibok-Ete Ibas, ex Chief of Army Staff Abdulrahman Dambazau and former Chief of Defence Staff Lucky Irabor’s successor, Leo Irabor’s predecessor, General Martin Luther Agwai Gambari, as non-career ambassadors for Nigeria.​ The president transmitted the list of nominees to the Senate in a letter read during Thursday’s plenary, asking the upper chamber to screen and confirm them for appointment as ambassadors extraordinary and plenipotentiary.​ Tinubu said the nominations were made in line with constitutional powers and the need to further strengthen Nigeria’s representation and diplomatic engagement with strategic partner countries around the world.​ The Senate has referred the names to its Committee on Foreign Affairs, which is expected to conduct screening and report back to the full chamber for consideration and possible confirmation.​

Abdulmumini Auwal SA December 4, 2025

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new africa

Nigeria condemns Guinea-Bissau coup

Nigeria has strongly condemned the military coup in Guinea-Bissau and described the takeover as an unacceptable and unconstitutional change of government. The Federal Government called for an immediate return to constitutional order and the restoration of democratic governance in the West African country.​ In a statement by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Abuja, Nigeria said the coup undermines regional stability and violates the core principles of democracy and the rule of law. The government stressed that power should only be attained and exercised through constitutional means and the will of the people.​ Nigeria reaffirmed its support for the efforts of ECOWAS and the African Union to address the crisis. It urged the military authorities in Guinea-Bissau to respect human rights, protect civilians, and engage in dialogue that will lead to a peaceful restoration of democratic institutions.​ The statement also […]

Abdulmumini Auwal SA November 27, 2025

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Nigeria

Nigeria Rejects Claims of Religious Persecution

The Nigerian government has dismissed claims of religious persecution, saying the country’s constitution guarantees freedom of religion for all citizens. Foreign Minister Yusuf Tuggar made this clear during a press conference in Berlin on Tuesday, following remarks by former US President Donald Trump, who had threatened military intervention over the alleged killing of Christians in Nigeria. “There can’t be a religious persecution that can be supported in any way, shape or form by the government of Nigeria at any level,” Tuggar said. Trump had written on social media that he asked the Pentagon to plan a possible military response, claiming “Christians are being killed in large numbers.” Tuggar stressed that Nigeria remains committed to religious freedom and the rule of law. He noted that the country’s many conflicts affect both Christians and Muslims, not one group alone. Nigeria, Africa’s most […]

Abdulmumini Auwal SA November 4, 2025

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Nigeria

Tinubu Mourns Former Foreign Affairs Minister Joy Ogwu

President Bola Tinubu has expressed deep sorrow over the death of Ambassador Joy Uche Angela Ogwu, a former Minister of Foreign Affairs and Nigeria’s Permanent Representative to the United Nations, who passed away at the age of 79. Ambassador Ogwu, who represented Nigeria at the United Nations from May 2008 to May 2017, was a distinguished diplomat, academic, and global advocate for peace and women’s rights. She also served as Director-General of the Nigerian Institute of International Affairs (NIIA), where she played a key role in shaping Nigeria’s foreign policy and advancing international relations research. During her tenure at the UN, Ogwu presided over the Security Council twice — in July 2010 and again in October 2011 — earning widespread respect for her leadership and diplomacy. In a statement by his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, President […]

Abdulmumini Auwal SA October 14, 2025

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new africa

Nigerians Stuck in Ethiopian Prisons as Repatriation Deal Stalls

Dozens of Nigerians remain imprisoned in Ethiopia due to a stalled repatriation agreement, with the Nigerian government blaming Ethiopian authorities for the delay. The crucial Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), which would allow convicted Nigerians to serve their sentences in Nigeria, has been ready on the Nigerian side but is awaiting ratification by the Ethiopian government. The Minister of State for Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Bianca Odumegwu-Ojukwu, confirmed that Nigeria has "fulfilled its own side of the formalities," and the holdup is from "the Ethiopian side." Reports from 2023 indicated over 270 Nigerians were in Ethiopian prisons, mostly for drug offences. Advocacy groups are raising alarms about the "deplorable" conditions, alleging inadequate food, medical neglect, and brutal treatment. Ambassador Onwuka Collins of the My Dreamalive Development Foundation stated that some inmates have already died from illness and the harsh conditions, urging for […]

Abdulmumini Auwal SA October 2, 2025

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General

Ghana’s Foreign Minister Invites U.S. Ambassador for Talks on Trump’s 10% Tariff Decision

Ghana’s Foreign Affairs Minister, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, has invited U.S. Ambassador to Ghana, Virginia Palmer, for a crucial meeting on April 7, 2025, to seek clarification on President Donald Trump’s recent decision to impose a 10% tariff on imports from Ghana.Ablakwa confirmed the invitation in a statement shared on X (formerly Twitter), expressing the need for clear answers regarding the reasoning behind the tariff. He noted that the tariff, part of broader U.S. trade measures, had raised significant concerns among Ghanaian businesses and policymakers alike.The tariff forms part of a wider package of trade measures, including a 34% levy on Chinese imports and a 20% tax on European Union goods. The imposition has sparked strong condemnation from the Importers and Exporters Association of Ghana (IEAG), which claims the move violates World Trade Organization (WTO) principles.The IEAG warned of serious economic […]

Muhammad Saminu April 5, 2025

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General

Ghana Government Cancels Controversial Diplomatic Property Sales

The Ghanaian government has reversed a controversial decision made by the previous administration to sell diplomatic properties in Nigeria and Zambia. The Minister of Foreign Affairs, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, made this announcement in Parliament, confirming that the action had the full support of President John Dramani Mahama.Ablakwa emphasized that the current administration is committed to protecting the nation’s diplomatic assets and made it clear that no Ghanaian property would be sold while they are in power. He further revealed that efforts are underway to recover an illegal partial payment made for one of the properties and assured that those involved in the transaction will be held accountable.The Minister declared that all of Ghana’s 71 diplomatic properties, both in the country and abroad, would remain untouchable and not for sale, warning that they are "off-limits" under the present government. This decision […]

Muhammad Saminu March 31, 2025

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USA

150 Ghanaians Detained in the US Awaiting Deportation, Foreign Affairs Minister Reveals

Ghana’s Foreign Affairs Minister, Hon. Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, has confirmed that 150 Ghanaians are currently being detained in various centres in the United States, awaiting deportation. The individuals are facing charges ranging from rape, internet fraud, to illegal entry into the US.Hon. Ablakwa made this disclosure during a parliamentary session on Wednesday, revealing that 50 of the detainees have already received final deportation orders and are expected to be repatriated by mid-year. The remaining 100 detainees are either under appeal or their cases have been dismissed.He further stated that three Ghanaians have been processed for deportation and are scheduled to be sent back to Ghana on commercial flights on March 19, March 28, and April 1, 2025.The Ghanaian Embassy in Washington has interviewed 10 detainees to confirm their nationality and ensure they receive a fair hearing. These detainees are now […]

Edem 4Style March 14, 2025

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