In a fresh stride for global space collaboration, the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) has confirmed that it will fly a Saudi Arabian CubeSat aboard the upcoming Artemis II mission, marking a significant milestone in international cooperation in space exploration. The CubeSat, a miniature satellite developed by the Saudi Space Agency, is set to
The Inspector-General of Police (IGP), Kayode Egbetokun, is currently in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, where he is attending the prestigious World Police Summit—a global gathering of top law enforcement leaders, security experts, and policing innovators from around the world. The summit, which convenes annually to foster international collaboration on security challenges, technological innovations, and crime
In a development that briefly calmed economic jitters, the United States saw a modest decline in its inflation rate for the month of April, with consumer prices easing to 2.3% year-on-year, according to data released by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. The figure, though a slight drop from previous months, has been described by
In a major gesture of appreciation for healthcare professionals, the Crown Prince of Dubai, Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, has approved the issuance of golden visas to long-serving nurses under Dubai Health. The move, which honours nurses who have dedicated over 15 years of service to the emirate’s healthcare system, was announced
The Honourable Minister of Industry, Trade and Investment, Dr. Doris Uzoka-Anite, has made a passionate appeal to the global investment community to prioritise Nigeria as the gateway to Africa’s economic future, declaring that “Africa’s future is here, and that future begins with Nigeria.” Speaking at an international investment forum, the Minister highlighted Nigeria’s strategic importance
In a sweeping move that could reshape the migration plans of thousands of Nigerians, the British Government has released a new Immigration White Paper outlining significant changes to who can enter, work, study, and settle in the United Kingdom. The aim: to cut immigration by around 100,000 people per year, and Nigerians, who are among
The Federal Government of Nigeria has reaffirmed its unwavering commitment to regional cooperation and health solidarity at the 26th Ordinary Session of the ECOWAS Assembly of Health Ministers held in Praia, Cape Verde. Speaking on behalf of the Nigerian government, the Minister of State for Health and Social Welfare, Dr. Tunji Alausa, stressed Nigeria’s continued
Saudi Arabia Takes Diplomatic Lead in Defusing India-Pakistan Tensions, Dispatches Special Envoy to Both NationsIn a major diplomatic intervention, the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia has taken the lead in calming the recent flare-up between India and Pakistan, becoming the first country to send a high-level envoy to both South Asian nations as tensions threatened to
Trade unions and care sector leaders in the United Kingdom have strongly opposed the government’s plan to discontinue the visa route for overseas care workers, warning that the move could deepen the already critical staffing crisis in the social care sector. The policy, set to be outlined in the Labour government’s upcoming immigration white paper,
Former United States President Donald Trump has commended what he described as “significant progress” in the ongoing trade negotiations between the United States and China, noting that improved bilateral economic cooperation is vital for global stability and economic growth. Speaking during a political gathering in Florida on Friday, Trump said the renewed dialogue between the
