Chinese President Xi Jinping is expected to press Donald Trump to halt US arms sales to Taiwan during their Washington summit, reviving a long-running dispute over the 1982 US-China communiqué and Taiwan’s defence.
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CBN Cuts Monetary Policy Rate to 23% in Major Interest Rate Reduction!
The Central Bank of Nigeria has cut the Monetary Policy Rate from 26.5% to 23%, signalling a major shift in monetary policy as inflation moderates.
Kano Sets One-Year Target to Rehabilitate 10,000 Drug Users Through Skills Training!
Kano State targets 10,000 drug users and vulnerable youths for rehabilitation, vocational training and economic reintegration within one year.
UNGA81: Tinubu Calls for African Alliance to End Raw Mineral Exploitation!
President Bola Tinubu has urged African countries at UNGA81 to end raw mineral exports, strengthen local processing and build stronger continental value chains for critical minerals.
Motorists, Commuters Decry Delay in Petrol Price Cut After Dangote Reduction!
Motorists and commuters in Abuja are demanding faster relief after Dangote Refinery reduced its petrol price by ₦25 per litre amid continuing pressure from high fuel and transport costs.
Israel Threatens to Evacuate Gaza City if Any Israeli Is Abducted!
Israel’s Defence Minister Israel Katz has threatened to evacuate Gaza City’s population if any Israeli soldier or civilian is abducted, raising renewed concerns over civilian displacement and international humanitarian law.
Expert Urges Federal Government to Fully Digitise Public Procurement to Reduce Corruption Risks!
Procurement expert Zechariah Ndiryiza has urged Nigeria to deepen digital public procurement to improve transparency, traceability and oversight.
2027: NDC Gives Obi, Kwankwaso Authority to Nominate Key Campaign Council Officers!
The NDC has given Peter Obi and Rabiu Kwankwaso authority to nominate key officers of its 2027 Presidential Campaign Council as consultations near completion.
DR Congo Delegation Begins Nigeria Study Tour on Oil and Gas Local Content!
DR Congo has begun a study tour of Nigeria’s oil and gas local content framework, examining the NCDMB model, industry financing and indigenous participation.
Nigeria to Renew Push for Permanent UN Security Council Seat at 81st General Assembly!
Nigeria will renew its push for a permanent UN Security Council seat as Vice President Kashim Shettima leads the country’s delegation at the 81st General Assembly in New York.
Abia to Begin Mosquito Larvae Control in Two LGAs as State Intensifies Malaria Prevention!
Abia State will begin targeted mosquito larval source management in Isuikwuato and Aba South before the end of September as part of efforts to reduce malaria transmission.
Iran President Pezeshkian Heads to UN, Vows to Defend Tehran’s Positions!
Iran President Masoud Pezeshkian has travelled to New York for the UN General Assembly, vowing to defend Tehran’s positions amid continuing tensions with the United States.
Sadio Mané Launches $20.4 Million Mango Processing Project to Create Jobs in Senegal!
Sadio Mané has launched a $20.4 million mango processing project in Bambali, Senegal, designed to reduce agricultural losses, process 8,500 tonnes of mangoes annually and create more than 1,000 jobs.
Afghan Cyclist Fariba Hashimi Wins Asian Games Silver After Dangerous Journey to Pursue Cycling!
Afghan cyclist Fariba Hashimi wins silver in the women’s road race at the 2026 Asian Games in Japan after a remarkable journey from Afghanistan to international cycling.
Trump TV Goes Live as Major US Networks Suspend White House Pool Coverage!
Trump TV has launched as a 24/7 White House streaming channel after major US networks suspended shared presidential coverage amid a dispute over media access.