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Nigerian Envoy Details Challenges of Citizens Held in Saudi Prisons After Completing Sentences
Nigeria's Ambassador to Saudi Arabia highlights the plight of citizens trapped in detention facilities due to unpaid fines and urges diaspora unity to improve consular engagement.
Nigerian High Commission Launches Repatriation Portal for Nationals in South Africa
The Nigerian High Commission in South Africa has debuted an online registration system for citizens interested in voluntary repatriation, with a deadline set for August 12, 2026.
Ita Enang formally assumes role as Nigerian Ambassador to Germany
Nigeria's new ambassador to Germany, Ita Enang, presented his credentials to President Frank-Walter Steinmeier in Berlin, marking the official start of his diplomatic mission and initiating talks on expanded economic cooperation.
Professor Nora Daduut officially installed as Nigerian Ambassador to South Korea
Professor Nora Ladi Daduut has officially commenced her duties as Nigeria’s Ambassador to South Korea after presenting her credentials to President Lee Jae Myung in Seoul.
Nigerian Government Concludes Repatriation of 1,490 Citizens from South Africa
Following a series of xenophobic incidents, the Federal Government has finished transporting 1,490 Nigerians back home from South Africa via specialized humanitarian flights.
Reno Omokri Refutes Claims That Mexico Is Transforming Nigeria Into a Drug Center
Ambassador-designate Reno Omokri has dismissed allegations that Mexico is using Nigeria as a hub for drug trafficking, arguing that such claims harm vital diplomatic and economic partnerships.
Nigeria summons Ivory Coast envoy following prison death of citizen
Minister Bianca Odumegwu-Ojukwu has demanded compensation from the Ivorien government after a Nigerian citizen died in an Abidjan prison following an extended period of detention without trial.
Former INEC Head Mahmood Yakubu Submits Credentials in Qatar
Nigeria's Ambassador to Qatar, Prof. Mahmood Yakubu, has officially presented his Letters of Credence to Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani in Doha.
Minister Ojukwu Welcomes Five Nigerians Released from Ivorian Prison
Foreign Affairs Minister Bianca Odumegwu-Ojukwu has facilitated the return of five Nigerians detained in Cote D’Ivoire without trial, calling for state-level support for their reintegration.
Nigeria pursues restitution for properties abandoned by citizens fleeing South Africa
Nigeria's Acting High Commissioner, Alexander Ajayi, announced that the government is documenting abandoned assets of returning Nigerians to demand compensation from South African authorities amidst growing xenophobic tensions.