The latest escalation between Iran and Israel is a sobering reminder of the precarious balance in the Middle East, where decades of proxy wars and confrontations have made diplomatic resolutions seem like distant ideals. Iran’s missile attack on Israeli military installations near Tel Aviv, followed by its warning of “crushing […]
Diplomatic Roundups
The United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) has released the findings of the Wildlife and Forest Crime Analytic Toolkit, which was implemented to assess Nigeria’s response to rising wildlife and forest crimes. The report, launched in Abuja, Friday includes 33 key recommendations to strengthen the country’s criminal justice […]
In a significant diplomatic engagement, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu attended the inauguration of President Cyril Ramaphosa in Pretoria yesterday, followed by a bilateral meeting with him today. The discussions focused on enhancing cooperation and strengthening economic ties between Nigeria and South Africa. In a statement on his verified X handle, […]
The United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) has called for urgent and evidence-based measures to tackle drug abuse in Nigeria. Speaking at a press briefing ahead of the International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking, celebrated annually on June 26, the UNODC Deputy Country Representative emphasized the […]
The government of Thailand has commended the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) of Nigeria for its vigorous fight against substance abuse and illicit drug trafficking, which has significantly improved Nigeria’s international image. The praise came from Mr. Kriwat Pharmorabuta, Charge d’affaires and Deputy Head of Mission of the Royal […]
In a bid to tackle the escalating issues of banditry and terrorism within Nigeria, the Honourable Minister of State for Defence, Dr. Bello Muhammed Matawalle, has emphasized the critical need for increased intelligence sharing between Nigeria and the United States of America. During a recent meeting at Ship House, Dr. […]
Nigeria’s Minister of Defence, Muhammed Badaru Abubakar, has called upon African defense ministers to unite against terrorism and its associated crimes. This appeal was made during a summit in Abuja, where ministers agreed to collaborate with global partners to devise effective strategies. “We must stand together as Africa to combat […]
In an effort to combat security challenges, Nigeria’s Minister of State for Defence, Dr. Bello Muhammed Matawalle, has called for enhanced military cooperation with Mauritania. Matawalle emphasized the importance of bolstering bilateral defense relations during a meeting with Mauritania’s Defence Minister, Hanena Ould Sidi, in Abuja. According to a press […]
In a bid to address the escalating issue of small arms and light weapons proliferation, the Nigerian Minister of Defence, H.E. Muhammed Badaru Abubakar, has called for collaborative efforts with the Libyan government. Badaru emphasized the urgency of tackling the trafficking of illicit drugs and arms from Libya into Nigeria […]
After rigorous training sponsored by the US, Nigeria Police officers have excelled in Jordan, emerging as the best-performing team. The training, conducted by US Navy Seals under the SPEAR program, focused on enhancing emergency response and tactical skills. Led by Squadron Commander ACP Itse Daniel Amah, the Nigerian team completed […]
