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Foreign Affairs Committee proposes veto power over political ambassador picks following Mandelson investigation
A parliamentary committee is seeking the authority to veto political diplomatic appointments after finding the vetting process for Lord Mandelson's ambassadorship was critically flawed and poorly documented.
July 9, 2026
Nigerian Government Denounces Killings of Citizens in South Africa, Seeks Legal Recourse
Nigeria has demanded a thorough investigation into the recent killings of its citizens in South Africa and expressed frustration over xenophobic rhetoric.
July 5, 2026
Nigerian Government Seeks Accountability and Reparations Following Death of Citizen in Ivorian Custody
The Nigerian government has demanded a full investigation and compensation after the death of Usama Murtala, who died following his release from an Ivorian prison.
July 5, 2026
Additional Nigerian citizens return home from South Africa
Over 200 Nigerians arrived in Lagos on a government-funded flight from South Africa as authorities continue evacuations despite the passing of a local anti-migrant deadline.
July 3, 2026
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.
July 3, 2026
Nigerian Government Organizes Evacuation for 700 Citizens from South Africa
The Nigerian government is set to evacuate an additional 700 citizens from South Africa, bringing the total number of repatriated individuals to over 1,200 as officials refute claims of passenger fees.
July 2, 2026
Nigerian Government Denies Charging Returnees for South Africa Evacuation Flights
The Nigerian government has rejected allegations that returnees from South Africa were forced to pay for evacuation flights, confirming that the state covered all costs.
July 2, 2026
Nigerian Government Preparing Further Evacuations Amid South African Unrest
The Nigerian government is organizing a new evacuation mission for citizens in South Africa as looting and unrest continue to impact foreign-owned businesses.
July 2, 2026
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.
July 1, 2026
Federal Government Facilitates Return of Five Nigerians Held in Côte d’Ivoire
Five Nigerian men have been repatriated after ten months of detention in Côte d’Ivoire, though one member of their group died shortly after his release.
July 1, 2026