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February 15, 2026

Nigeria backs AU’s institutional reforms on peace, security

Mr Shettima also declared the support of Nigeria on strengthening democratic institutions.

Vice-President Kashim Shettima
February 14, 2026

Africa’s exclusion from Security Council ‘indefensible’, says UN chief

The secretary-general thanked the African Group at the UN for “unwavering, decisive support” on justice, equality, and reform initiatives.

António Guterres
February 14, 2026

Health Sovereignty: African leaders target 60% local manufacturing by 2040

For Nigeria, Mr Tomori said the declaration could be a turning point, given its position as the continent’s largest pharmaceutical market.

Pharmaceutical drugs
February 14, 2026

South African police arrest woman over killing of Nigerian e-hailing driver

The police, who confirmed the arrest in a statement, said an investigation has been launched into the incident and that more arrests are imminent.

South African Police officers
February 13, 2026

Nigerian Isaac Satlat, working as e-hailing driver, killed by passengers in South Africa

The suspect is expected to appear before the Atteridgeville Magistrate’s Court on Monday.

Isaac Satlat
February 13, 2026

Chinese mining companies not funding terrorists in Nigeria, China tells U.S.

China has dismissed the U.S. Congress’s allegation that Chinese miners are financing Boko Haram and other terrorists in Nigeria under the pretext of paying “protection money”.

Xi and Trump
February 13, 2026

Nigeria recommits to Africa’s democratic governance, multilateral partnership

Foreign affairs minister Yusuf Tuggar has reaffirmed Nigeria’s commitment to advancing Africa’s democratic governance, regional cooperation, and multilateral partnership.

Foreign affairs minister Yusuf Tuggar
February 13, 2026

Nana Shettima arrives in Addis Ababa for African First Ladies’ Assembly

Second lady Nana Shettima has arrived in Addis Ababa to attend the 30th African First Ladies’ Assembly.

Nana Shettima arrives in Addis Ababa for African First Ladies’ Assembly
February 12, 2026

Morocco elected to AU Peace and Security Council

The 48th Ordinary Session of the Executive Council of the African Union began on Wednesday in Addis Ababa.

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February 11, 2026

Nigeria calls for accountability, audit reforms across AU organs

He expressed concern over discrepancies in financial records, violations of procurement and contracting rules.

Yusuf Tuggar