Category : Foreign Relations


US Mission: Nigeria Visa Restrictions Not Permanent

The United States Mission in Nigeria has issued a fresh update clarifying that current visa restrictions are not permanent and are subject to periodic review based on global conditions and security needs.

Spain Closes Airspace to US Planes in Iran War Operations

Spain has officially closed its airspace to US military aircraft involved in Iran conflict operations, expanding earlier restrictions on base access. Defence Minister Margarita Robles announced the decision, which aligns with Spain's opposition to the war

Iran Confirms Israeli Strike Killed IRGC Navy Chief

Iran has confirmed the death of senior military commander Alireza Tangsiri following an Israeli strike. The IRGC naval chief succumbed to injuries sustained in the attack, with Iran vowing retaliation.

Nigeria Gets UK, US Approval for Ambassadors

The Federal Government confirms that countries including the UK, US, and France have granted agreement for Nigeria's ambassadorial nominees, marking progress in filling long-vacant diplomatic posts under President Tinubu.

Iran Attacks Gulf Industrial Sites in Regional Escalation

Iran launched drone and missile strikes on major industrial facilities in Gulf states, including UAE and Bahrain, amid the ongoing U.S.-Israel war. The attacks targeted aluminum plants, with injuries reported, as regional tensions spike and oil prices ris

Algeria's Ex-President Liamine Zeroual Dies at 84

Algeria has declared three days of national mourning following the death of former President Liamine Zeroual at age 84. The ex-soldier, who led from 1994 to 1999, passed away in a military hospital after a serious illness.

Netanyahu: Iran, Hamas, Hezbollah Weakened by Israeli Operations

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu defends military actions against Iran, Hamas, and Hezbollah, claiming they are weakened forces. He cites Nasrallah's killing and missile threats neutralized, while European leaders criticize religious restrictions

Iran Threatens US Universities in Middle East

Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps has issued a direct threat to bomb American-affiliated university campuses across the Middle East, demanding the US condemn recent strikes on Iranian academic institutions by Monday.

Tinubu's UK Visit Secures Major Economic and Security Gains

President Bola Tinubu's state visit to the United Kingdom has resulted in significant bilateral agreements, including £746 million for port modernization, £500 million in agriculture investment, and enhanced security cooperation to boost Nigeria's global

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