Nigeria plans to reopen its embassy in Pyongyang, North Korea, which was shut down in early 2021 due to COVID-19. Patrick Imologhome, Nigeria’s Charge d’Affaires to North Korea, confirmed the development during a December 11 meeting with Aleksandr Matsegora, Russia’s Ambassador to North Korea, held to discuss diplomatic relations and issues on the Korean Peninsula. … Read more
President Bola Tinubu has arrived in Cape Town, South Africa, to co-chair the 11th session of the Nigeria-South Africa Bi-National Commission alongside President Cyril Ramaphosa. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Tinubu’s arrival was confirmed by Frederick Nwabufo, the Senior Special Assistant to the President on Public Engagement, in a statement shared on X. According to … Read more
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has strongly criticized a recent phone call between German Chancellor Olaf Scholz and Russian President Vladimir Putin, describing it as opening a “Pandora’s box” that undermines international efforts to isolate the Russian leader. “This is exactly what Putin has been wanting for a long time: it is extremely important for him … Read more
President Bola Tinubu has offered his heartfelt congratulations to President Donald Trump on his re-election as the 47th President of the United States. In a statement issued by Bayo Onanuga, Special Adviser to the President (Information & Strategy), Tinubu expressed optimism about strengthening the relationship between Nigeria and the U.S., emphasizing the need for economic … Read more
Tinubu congratulated South African President Cyril Ramaphosa on his re-election and commended the peaceful conduct of the general election. Tinubu called for the strengthening of bilateral ties between Nigeria and South Africa for the advancement of the African continent. South Africa’s parliament re-elected Ramaphosa after a coalition deal between the African National Congress and opposition … Read more
Nigerian passport ranks 191 out of 199 globally. Factors include visa-free access, diplomatic relations, and security concerns. Urgent need for Nigeria to address underlying issues affecting passport’s global standing. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Nigerian passport has been ranked among the world’s worst, underscoring significant challenges for Nigerian travelers seeking international mobility. According to VisaGuide’s … Read more
In a bid to navigate the storm of economic hardship and crisis plaguing the nation, the Federal Government has recently implemented a bold decision: a ban on foreign travel for ministers for the next few months. This decisive move is expected to yield substantial financial savings, a crucial step in alleviating the burdens weighing down … Read more
India has made the announcement of its first formal diplomatic meeting with the Taliban; their first official diplomatic discussion since the extremists group seized power in Afghanistan following the withdrawal of United States Forces. EkohotBlog reports that India’s ambassador to Qatar, Deepak Mittal, met with the head of the Taliban’s political office, Sher Mohammad Abbas … Read more