LONDON — The United Kingdom is preparing to launch a new investor visa scheme aimed at attracting wealthy foreign nationals who can contribute significantly to the country’s economy through targeted investments. According to government sources and reports from British media, the proposed scheme will focus on high-net-worth individuals willing to invest in strategic sectors such
ABUJA — Nigeria’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Yusuf Maitama Tuggar, will lead the country’s delegation to the third African Union-European Union (AU-EU) Ministerial Meeting scheduled to hold from May 19 to 21, 2025, in Brussels, Belgium. The meeting, which brings together foreign ministers from both continents, will focus on strengthening the AU-EU partnership across
In a moment of global spiritual significance, a top Nigerian dignitary joined world leaders and millions of Catholic faithful at the Vatican to witness the historic inauguration of Pope Leo XIV, the newly elected leader of the Roman Catholic Church. The ceremony, held in St. Peter’s Square, marked the beginning of a new papacy filled
A prominent Nigerian delegate was accorded a warm and dignified welcome in Rome ahead of the highly anticipated solemn Mass marking the formal commencement of the Pontificate of His Holiness, Pope Leo XIV. Upon arrival in the Italian capital, the Nigerian representative was received with full courtesy by top Vatican officials and was graciously hosted
The Chairperson of the African Union (AU) Commission, H.E. Mahmoud Ali Youssouf, has expressed deep concern over the recent outbreak of violence in Tripoli, Libya’s capital, which claimed lives and caused significant damage to property. In a statement released on May 17, 2025, Youssouf welcomed the return of cautious calm following a ceasefire agreement and
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has arrived in Rome, Italy, to join global dignitaries and heads of state for the historic inaugural mass marking the beginning of the papacy of His Holiness Pope Leo XIV, the 267th successor of Saint Peter and new head of the Roman Catholic Church. Touching down at the Mario De Bernardo
Tensions in the Middle East escalated further on Saturday following Israel’s launch of what it described as “extensive strikes” across the Gaza Strip, a move that has already resulted in the deaths of at least 100 Palestinians, according to local rescue officials. The fresh wave of violence marks a significant intensification of the ongoing war
ABUJA — The Honourable Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Wale Edun, on Friday received the incoming Country Director of the World Bank for Nigeria, Mr. Mathew Verghis, during a courtesy visit at his office in Abuja. The delegation also included Mr. Ndiame Diop, the outgoing Country Director, and Mr. Taimur Samad,
In the latest developments surrounding the Trump administration, right-wing members of the House of Representatives are making waves with their assertive actions and bold political stances. As the Republican Party grapples with internal division, these lawmakers are positioning themselves as staunch defenders of the former president’s legacy, pushing forward policies that closely align with his
A new report commissioned by the United States Senate has revealed a significant reduction in cancer research funding under the administration of President Donald Trump, sparking widespread outrage and concerns over the future of scientific and medical research in the country. The findings, released on Tuesday, allege that the White House is engaged in what
