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PHOTO NEWS: Christopher Musa, UK defence minister hold bilateral talks in London
Minister of Defence, Christopher Musa, on Thursday held bilateral talks with the United Kingdom’s Minister of State for Defence, Vernon Coaker, at Lancaster House in London as part of efforts to strengthen defence cooperation between both countries. The meeting focused on deepening strategic defence partnerships and enhancing collaboration in tackling security challenges affecting Nigeria and the wider region. Musa was…
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First Lady Oluremi Tinubu felicitates muslims on Eid-al-Fitr
First Lady Oluremi Tinubu, has congratulated Muslim faithful across the country on the successful completion of the Ramadan fast and the celebration of Eid-el-Fitr 2026. In her Eid message, the First Lady described Ramadan as a sacred period marked by prayers, sacrifice, compassion, and self-discipline. She expressed hope that the prayers, fasting, and charitable acts observed during the holy month…
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President Tinubu departs London after historic state visit
President Bola Tinubu has departed London after a two-day state visit aimed at strengthening ties between Nigeria and the United Kingdom. The visit, which spanned Wednesday and Thursday, included high-level meetings with UK officials on trade, security, and migration cooperation. During the president’s stay, Nigeria signed a landmark agreement including a £746 million financing agreement between Nigeria’s Ministry of Finance,…
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Tinubu urges Nigerians to embrace unity, patriotism on Eid-al-Fitr
President Bola Tinubu has congratulated Nigerian Muslims on the celebration of Eid-el-Fitr, calling on them to renew their commitment to the nation and to humanity. The festival marks the end of Ramadan, a holy month of fasting and reflection. In his message via a statement by his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga on Thursday, President Tinubu encouraged…
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How Nigeria-UK £746 Million ports deal would boost trade — UK export finance CEO’s
UK leading finance and investment institutions have revealed that the £746 million agreement to modernise key Nigerian trading ports is expected to boost trade, strengthen infrastructure, and deepen economic cooperation between Nigeria and the United Kingdom. Business and finance leaders involved in the project said the deal will improve port efficiency, create opportunities for British manufacturers, and support long-term economic…
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Israel-Iran War: UK, Germany, others condemn Iran over Strait of Hormuz tensions
The United Kingdom and five major global powers have strongly condemned Iran over recent attacks on commercial shipping and threats to energy infrastructure in the Strait of Hormuz, warning the situation could destabilise global energy markets. In a joint statement released on Thursday, the UK, France, Germany, Italy, the Netherlands and Japan accused Iran of targeting civilian shipping and attempting…
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Nigeria, UK sign £746m deal to upgrade Lagos ports as Tinubu pushes stronger trade ties
President Bola Tinubu has called for stronger trade and economic cooperation between Nigeria and the United Kingdom following the signing of a £746 million agreement to refurbish two major Lagos ports. Tinubu made the call on Thursday during a meeting with UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer at Downing Street, where both leaders discussed expanding bilateral relations and addressing global economic…
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PHOTO NEWS: Tinubu, Oluremi lay wreath at Tomb of Unknown Warrior in London
President Bola Tinubu and First Lady, Oluremi Tinubu, on Thursday laid a wreath at the Tomb of the Unknown Warrior at Westminster Abbey, as part of activities marking the President’s official visit to the United Kingdom. The solemn ceremony, held inside the historic Abbey, was in honour of fallen soldiers and symbolised Nigeria’s respect for shared history, sacrifice and longstanding…
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Tinubu, UK PM Starmer pledge stronger Nigeria–Britain ties
President Bola Tinubu and British Prime Minister Keir Starmer on Thursday reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening diplomatic, security and economic relations between Nigeria and the United Kingdom. The two leaders spoke at 10 Downing Street following bilateral engagements during President Tinubu’s official visit to the UK. Prime Minister Starmer noted that Nigeria and Britain already share strong cooperation but said…
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PHOTO NEWS: First Lady Oluremi Tinubu speaks at Lambeth Palace
First Lady, Oluremi Tinubu, on Thursday addressed a distinguished gathering at Lambeth Palace in central London, the official residence of the Archbishop of Canterbury. During the visit, she held discussions with prominent religious leaders and representatives of the Church of England, including Rose Hudson-Wilkin and Emma Ineson. Earlier, the First Lady and President Bola Ahmed Tinubu met with Charles III…
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