The Chairman of the National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON), Professor Abdullahi Saleh Usman, has taken a significant step in health compliance ahead of the 2025 Hajj by receiving his vaccination at the Hajj House, Abuja. The move is part of preparations to ensure that all Nigerian pilgrims meet Saudi Arabia’s strict health regulations for
RIYADH, Saudi Arabia Preparations are in top gear in the Saudi capital as Riyadh gets set to host the high-profile Saudi-U.S. Investment Forum on May 13, 2025, coinciding with the visit of former U.S. President Donald J. Trump. The event is positioned to deepen economic and strategic relations between the two nations, focusing on expansive
In a move aimed at advancing public sector efficiency and strengthening bilateral relations, Nigeria and The Gambia have commenced collaborative efforts to build institutional partnerships that will enhance public service delivery in both nations. The renewed cooperation was formalized during a high-level visit by senior Gambian officials to the Bureau of Public Service Reforms (BPSR)
A dramatic spike in hostilities has unfolded between India and Pakistan, as both nuclear-armed neighbours exchanged heavy cross-border fire on Wednesday, resulting in the deadliest confrontation between the two countries in over 20 years. The violence followed deadly missile strikes by New Delhi, which targeted areas in Pakistan-administered Kashmir, escalating long-standing tensions rooted in the
In a moment of pride for Nigerians at home and abroad, Achunike Okafor, an 18-year-old prodigy, has been named Nigerian of the Week following a historic academic achievement that has garnered international recognition. A student of Science Park High School in Newark, New Jersey, Achunike stunned the academic world by graduating with a phenomenal 4.625
The World Health Organisation (WHO) has reaffirmed the critical role of midwives in combating the high rates of maternal and newborn deaths across Africa, highlighting them as essential pillars of healthcare delivery, especially in times of crisis. This was made known by the Acting WHO Regional Director for Africa, Dr. Chikwe Ihekweazu, in a powerful
The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) has raised an alarm over the staggering economic losses Nigeria suffers yearly as a result of poor electricity supply. According to the UN agency, the country loses over N2 billion every year due to its inadequate and unreliable power infrastructure, a situation that continues to cripple critical sectors of
The Federal Executive Council (FEC) has approved Nigeria’s formal accession to the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB), following the presentation of a memorandum by the Honourable Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Mr. Wale Edun. Mr. Edun, while addressing members of the Council during its meeting held on Monday in Abuja, confirmed
Nigeria has deepened its development cooperation with Norway following high-level bilateral talks held on the sidelines of the 2025 United Nations meetings in New York. Dr. Doris Uzoka-Anite, Nigeria’s Minister of State for Finance, led the country’s delegation in a strategic meeting with Ms. Stine Renate Håheim, Norway’s Deputy Minister of International Development. The meeting
The National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON) has flagged off the 2025 Hajj operations with the departure of its Advance Team to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. The team, comprising officials from various departments and members of the National Medical Team, left the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja, on Monday, May 5, following a formal
