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Nigerians in Middle East send distress calls as FG halts pilgrimage

Escalating violence in the Middle East has disrupted Nigerian pilgrimage plans and triggered distress calls from citizens living and working in the region. The Nigerian Christian Pilgrim Commission has announced the immediate suspension of all pilgrimages to Israel, citing the worsening security situation and the state of emergency declared by Israeli authorities. Executive Secretary Bishop Stephen Adegbite said the decision covers both government organised and privately arranged trips until conditions improve. He explained that the safety and welfare of pilgrims remain the top priority and urged intending pilgrims and operators to exercise patience while the Commission closely monitors developments. The suspension came shortly after the conclusion of the 2025 Main Pilgrimage to Israel and Jordan, during which over 4,000 pilgrims were successfully airlifted, with the last batch arriving Lagos on March 3. Adegbite appealed to Nigerians to pray for peace […]

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World on edge as US, Israel strike Iran and Tehran hits back

The world is on edge after the United States and Israel launched joint strikes on Iran, prompting Tehran to fire missiles across the Middle East in a dangerous military escalation. US President Donald Trump announced that a major combat operation was under way to eliminate what he called the Iranian regime’s military and nuclear threats. The initial strikes hit multiple targets in Iran, including Tehran, Isfahan, Qom, Tabriz, Kermanshah and other cities, as well as locations linked to the country’s leadership and security agencies. In swift retaliation, Iran launched ballistic missiles and drones at Israel and at US military bases and facilities in several Gulf and Middle Eastern countries, including Qatar, Bahrain, the United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia, Jordan and Kuwait. Explosions and interception efforts were reported over Israeli cities, while Jordanian authorities said their air defence shot down incoming […]

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UAE, Angola sign pact to boost ties

The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has strengthened its diplomatic and economic presence in Africa by signing a Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) with Angola. The signing took place during President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan’s state visit to Luanda. Sheikh Mohamed held talks with Angolan President João Manuel Lourenço, where both leaders reaffirmed their commitment to deeper bilateral cooperation. President Lourenço described the visit as historic, noting that the agreement marks a new chapter in Angola’s relationship with the Gulf nation. He praised the UAE for its growing role in Africa’s development, highlighting how Emirati companies have contributed to Angola’s economic growth through strategic investments. In his remarks, Sheikh Mohamed congratulated Angola on its 50th independence anniversary and expressed optimism about its future progress. He emphasized that the UAE remains committed to expanding partnerships in energy, agriculture, food security, […]

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Jordan & UAE Begin Airdrops Into Gaza Amid New Aid Measures

Following mounting humanitarian pressure and Israel’s announcement of new aid measures—including daily pauses in fighting and widened aid corridors—Jordan and the UAE began airdropping aid into the Gaza Strip. This marked the first joint air-drop effort in months, intended to help alleviate worsening hunger. What We Found On July 27, 2025, Jordan and the United Arab Emirates parachuted 25 tons of food and medical relief supplies over Gaza in their first airdrop in several months, a Jordanian official confirmed. Israel’s military had initiated a 10-hour daily “tactical pause” in key areas—including Gaza City, Al-Mawasi, and Deir al-Balah—from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. to facilitate aid delivery. Secure land corridors were also activated between 6 a.m. and 11 p.m. during this window. Reports indicate that at least 10 civilians were injured when aid pallets fell near displacement camps—a sign of the risks associated with airdrop deliveries. Expert […]

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President Mahama Hints at Establishing National Airline

During a recent credential ceremony at the Presidency in Accra, President John Dramani Mahama revealed that the government is in the process of establishing a national airline. The President shared that Ghana is considering partnerships with countries, particularly the UAE, as part of this initiative. When the time comes for countries with technical expertise to express interest, Ghana would welcome collaboration with the UAE, including Emirates, in making Ghana an aviation hub.Recalling the initial flights from Accra to Dubai operated by Ghana Airways, President Mahama noted the significant growth in daily flights between Accra and Dubai with Emirates. He emphasized that such collaborations could bolster Ghana’s aviation industry.President Mahama also highlighted opportunities for further investment from Gulf countries into various sectors in Ghana. For instance, he referred to a partnership between Abu Dhabi and the Volta River Authority that led […]

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