In response to the recent imposition of tariffs by the United States, the Federal Government of Nigeria has formed a subcommittee to assess the potential economic impact of these measures on the country. This decision was made during a meeting of the Economic Management Team (EMT), chaired by Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of
In a move aimed at streamlining and enhancing the visa application process, the United States Embassy has introduced new requirements for Nigerian applicants attending visa interviews in Abuja and Lagos. Effective from April 22, 2025, all applicants must present a DS-160 visa application form featuring a confirmation barcode that begins with “AA” followed by two
In a heartwarming display of corporate social responsibility, Air Peace, Nigeria’s leading airline, has pledged to evacuate underage Nigerian girls who were trafficked to Côte d’Ivoire. This gesture follows a public outcry sparked by activist VeryDarkMan, highlighting the plight of these young victims. The airline’s Chairman, Allen Onyema, condemned the act of human trafficking as
In a significant intervention, the UK government is taking steps to assume control of British Steel, the country’s last remaining virgin steel plant, located in Scunthorpe. This move comes as the plant faces imminent closure due to financial difficulties and a breakdown in negotiations with its Chinese owners, Jingye. The government’s actions are aimed at
In a significant diplomatic engagement, President Bola Tinubu recently met with Massad Boulos, the Senior Advisor for Africa at the United States State Department, in Paris, France. This meeting underscored the growing diplomatic collaboration between Nigeria and the United States under President Tinubu’s leadership. The discussions centered on regional security and economic cooperation across Africa.
In a significant diplomatic development, Tunisia has released 11 Russian citizens who were detained in November 2024 on allegations of involvement in terrorist activities. The group was arrested while on a sightseeing tour of Roman monuments in the municipality of Haidra, near the Algerian border, an area known for tensions due to the presence of
Italy has recently introduced a new bureaucratic code for sex workers, sparking controversy and debate across the country. The code, part of the ATECO system used for administrative and tax purposes, includes activities such as escort services and the management of prostitution premises. This move marks the first direct acknowledgment of prostitution in Italy’s business
The Federal Ministry of Foreign Affairs has issued a statement urging the public to disregard any circulating lists of ambassadorial nominees, as these are not officially confirmed. This clarification comes amid heightened anticipation and speculation about Nigeria’s diplomatic appointments, which have been pending since President Bola Tinubu recalled all ambassadors in September 2023. According to
As President Donald Trump announces a 90-day pause on “reciprocal” tariffs for most U.S. trade partners, excluding China, experts are urging nations to seize this opportunity for dialogue and negotiation. The pause, which includes a reduced 10% tariff on imports from these countries, marks a significant shift in Trump’s trade policy, which had previously emphasized
Governor of Anambra State, Professor Chukwuma Charles Soludo, has revealed a disturbing development involving some youths from the state, disclosing that 23 Anambra indigenes are currently facing the death penalty in Indonesia for drug trafficking-related crimes. He made this known while addressing a group of political defectors who recently joined the All Progressives Grand Alliance
