In an update published by Channels Television, the Presidency said President Bola Tinubu departed Lagos for Europe to continue his end-of-year break, ahead…
Trump and Zelensky have reportedly held talks as diplomacy intensifies around ending the Ukraine war, with security guarantees and enforcement still unresolved.
The UK has imposed visa restrictions on DR Congo, citing weak cooperation on migrant returns—part of a tougher approach to migration enforcement.
Nigeria plans to launch “Nigeria House” at WEF 2026 in Davos, aiming to deepen investor engagement and convert interest into concrete investment pipelines.
Israel’s formal recognition of Somaliland triggered swift rejection from Somalia and regional bodies, raising diplomatic tension in the Horn of Africa.
Reuters reports a major Russian barrage hit Ukraine’s infrastructure ahead of high-stakes diplomacy, deepening winter hardship and raising the stakes for peace talks.
Russia is criticising Zelensky’s stance ahead of planned talks with Trump, as competing versions of a Ukraine peace framework sharpen diplomatic pressure.
Israel says it struck Hezbollah-linked targets in Lebanon again, highlighting the fragility of the ceasefire and raising fears of renewed escalation.
Punch reports Malaysia’s former PM Najib was convicted in a fraud trial, extending the legal reckoning linked to 1MDB-era controversies.
Punch reports China imposed sanctions on U.S. defence companies over Taiwan arms sales, reinforcing a cycle of geopolitical retaliation.