US Begins Talks With Cook Islands On Seabed Mineral Research Amid Geopolitical Shifts
The US has begun talks with Cook Islands to support seabed mineral research amid rising Chinese influence in the Pacific.
The US has begun talks with Cook Islands to support seabed mineral research amid rising Chinese influence in the Pacific.
NUPRC has dismissed claims of 220 abandoned oil blocks, clarifying they await concessions under the Petroleum Industry Act 2021.
Professor Akpan Ekpo says Trump’s tariffs create global uncertainty and Nigeria must industrialise to withstand shocks
Kingsley Uzoma defends Tinubu’s agriculture reforms, blames past administrations for decay and vows improved coordination
US envoy Steve Witkoff is in Moscow for last‑minute talks on the Ukraine war as President Trump’s sanctions deadline looms.
Japan holds silent prayer for Hiroshima victims as survivors and leaders warn of rising nuclear threats 80 years later
Zara adverts featuring “gaunt” and “protruding” models banned by UK watchdog amid growing scrutiny of body image in fashion
Meta says scam hubs in Southeast Asia used forced labour and AI tools to target victims through WhatsApp group frauds
Russian missile and drone strikes on Ukraine surged under Trump’s presidency, as critics say US policy emboldened Moscow
Keyamo backs using special intervention funds over budgetary allocation for large infrastructure projects, citing successes like the Second Niger Bridge.
NCAA has suspended two ValueJet pilots for violating safety protocols during an unauthorised departure at Abuja airport.
Super Eagles fall 0–1 to defending champions Senegal in African Nations Championship opener, despite dominating much of the match.
South Korea will allow visa-free entry for Chinese tourist groups from September 2025 to June 2026 to boost tourism.
Dr. Doyin Abiola, wife of late MKO Abiola and pioneering female journalist, dies at 82 after decades of media leadership.
The US has cancelled $500 million in mRNA vaccine funding, impacting 22 projects by Pfizer, Moderna, and others, citing safety concerns.
Kano’s transport commissioner Namadi resigns, citing public interest, denying guilt but recognising public concerns over drug-related bail controversy.
A senior UN official has warned Israel’s planned full reoccupation of Gaza could lead to catastrophic consequences for civilians and hostages.
President Tinubu has signed the 2025 Nigerian Insurance Industry Reform Bill into law, repealing the outdated 2003 Insurance Act.
The NCDC says 155 people have died from Lassa fever in 2025, with 822 confirmed cases so far.
CG Adeniyi has said customs has made record seizures, boosting national safety and drawing global attention to trade reforms.
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