Health officials in Cross River have confirmed a new COVID-19 case years after the peak of the global pandemic. Nigeria has recorded a fresh case of COVID-19, with authorities in Cross River State beginning urgent contact tracing after a Chinese national tested positive for the virus. The Cross River State Ministry of Health said the…
A police operation has exposed a suspected criminal base operating under a religious cover. The Akwa Ibom State Police Command has carried out a targeted operation in Ikono Local Government Area, uncovering a location allegedly used as a criminal hideout disguised as a church. The Akwa Ibom police raid led to the arrest of seven…
The Nigeria national football team defeated Iran 2-1. As reported by ALO360 the Super Eagles secured the win in a hard-fought international friendly on March 26 2026. Consequently the result boosted Nigeria ahead of major tournaments. Nigeria Takes Early Lead Nigeria head coach Finidi George watched his side dominate the opening minutes. Victor Osimhen struck…
Federal government takes delivery of breakthrough twice-yearly injection as health authorities complete readiness assessments in 10 states and train healthcare workers for nationwide rollout. Drug Arrives in Country Nigeria received its first consignment of Lenacapavir, a long-acting injectable drug for HIV prevention, federal authorities announced on Wednesday. The arrival marked a significant advancement in the…
China Great Wall Industry Corporation issued a 30-day ultimatum to the Nigerian Communications Satellite Limited on March 9, 2026. The Chinese state-owned company demanded immediate payment of 11.44 million or threatened to shut down Nigeria’s only operational communications satellite from orbit. Liu Lan, Director of Marketing for Africa at CGWIC, signed the letter addressed to…
The US Embassy in Abuja cancelled all visa appointments for March 4. Embassy officials made the decision due to potential protests in the capital. The announcement came on March 3. Officials linked the step to ongoing regional tensions. Embassy Releases Official Statement US Embassy officials published the notice on their website. They explained the cancellation…
The Federal Government of Nigeria expressed deep concern over escalating tensions in the Gulf region. Kimiebi Ebienfa, spokesperson for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, stated, “The Federal Republic of Nigeria expresses deep concern over the rising tensions in the Gulf region and the risk of further escalation with potentially grave consequences for regional and global…
Nigeria and Israel reaffirm their commitment to strengthening bilateral ties through enhanced cooperation in security, health, technology, and economic sectors. The discussions highlight a strategic partnership aimed at addressing shared challenges and fostering mutual growth. Bianca Odumegwu-Ojukwu, the Minister of State for Foreign Affairs, met with Michael Freeman, the Israeli Ambassador to Nigeria. They discussed…
The United States announced the deployment of 200 troops to assist Nigeria in combating Islamist insurgents. The Pentagon disclosed plans to send approximately 200 troops to Nigeria. Officials stated the forces would arrive in the coming weeks to train Nigerian military personnel. The troops augmented a small existing U.S. team that assisted with intelligence and…
In 2025, Africa achieved remarkable solar growth, led by South Africa and Nigeria. These two nations drove new capacity additions, policy advancements, and private sector investments. This progress aligns with the findings of the Africa Market Outlook for Solar PV: 2026–2029 report, released by the Global Solar Council (GSC) on Tuesday. The surge reflects a broader continental…
