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First Batch of Nigerians Fleeing South Africa’s Xenophobic Attacks to Arrive Lagos Thursday

Daily Dispatch June 9, 2026

The first batch of Nigerians evacuated from South Africa following renewed xenophobic attacks is expected to arrive in Lagos early Thursday as the Federal Government moves to bring home citizens affected by the violence. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs announced on Tuesday that the returnees

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Bianca Odumegwu-Ojukwu Takes Helm at Foreign Affairs Ministry

Daily Dispatch April 29, 2026

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has appointed Ambassador Bianca Odumegwu-Ojukwu as Nigeria’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, following the resignation of Ambassador Yusuf Tuggar, who stepped down to participate in the 2027 elections. Ambassador Odumegwu-Ojukwu previously served as Minister of State in the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. In the same vein, the President has

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Reps Hearing: Ojukwu, Stakeholders Push for Stronger NHRC, Legal Shield for Human Rights Defenders

Daily Dispatch March 4, 2026

A coalition of government officials, lawmakers and civil society leaders have rallied behind sweeping reforms to strengthen Nigeria’s human rights architecture, as the House of Representatives held a public hearing on two key bills aimed at reinforcing the mandate and independence of the National Human Rights Commission (NHRC). At the centre of deliberations were the […]

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Nigeria, Israel Move to Deepen Strategic Alliance on Security, Health, Technology

Daily Dispatch February 26, 2026

Nigeria and Israel have taken fresh steps to strengthen their strategic partnership, with renewed commitments to collaborate on border security, counter-terrorism, health systems support, agricultural technology, and innovation. The Minister of State for Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Bianca Odumegwu-Ojukwu, made this known in Abuja during a high-level meeting with the

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Nigeria, Italy set to strengthen bilateral ties, tackle migration, security challenges

Daily Dispatch January 26, 2026

Nigeria and Italy have expressed renewed commitment to strengthening bilateral relations, with a focus on addressing irregular migration, insecurity, counter-terrorism, and expanding economic cooperation. The Minister of State for Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Bianca Odumegwu-Ojukwu, made this known in Abuja on Monday during a courtesy visit by the Italian Ambassador to

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Nigeria, South Africa meet to resolve Visa, other issues

Daily Dispatch October 21, 2025

Nigeria and South Africa have agreed to resolve the issues of visa restrictions between both countries. Both countries are in the process of adopting simplified visa processes for business people. At a meeting of top government functionaries from the two African powerhouses in Abuja on Tuesday, they both reaffirmed their commitment to strengthen cooperation in […]