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UK Reaffirms Three-Week Processing Time for Standard Passport Applications

The United Kingdom Government has reiterated that applicants for standard British passports should expect processing to take up to three weeks and has advised travellers not to book trips until they have received their new passports. According to updated guidance published on the UK government’s official website, most applicants using the standard passport service will […]

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July 26, 2026
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Coalition Urges Nigeria to Pursue Diezani Corruption Cases Despite UK Acquittal

A coalition of anti-corruption and civil society organisations has said the acquittal of former Minister of Petroleum Resources, Diezani Alison-Madueke, by a London jury does not clear her of broader corruption allegations linked to her time in office. In a joint statement issued on Friday, the groups urged Nigerian authorities to intensify ongoing investigations into […]

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July 17, 2026
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27-Year-Old Nigerian Mother Dies by Suicide in UK

A coroner’s court in the United Kingdom has ruled that a 27-year-old Nigerian woman, Beatrice Solomon, died by suicide following a prolonged battle with mental health challenges linked to personal difficulties. Solomon, who moved from Nigeria to the UK in November 2023 on a skilled worker visa, was found unresponsive at her residence on Norris […]

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July 14, 2026
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Alison-Madueke Cleared of Bribery Charges by London Court

Former Nigerian Minister of Petroleum Resources, Diezani Alison-Madueke, has been acquitted of all bribery charges brought against her in a high-profile corruption case in the United Kingdom. The verdict was delivered on Wednesday at Southwark Crown Court in London, where a jury found Alison-Madueke not guilty on six counts, including five charges of accepting bribes […]

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June 17, 2026
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Trump Hosts King Charles at White House, Praises US-UK Alliance

US President on Tuesday welcomed to the White House, describing Britain as one of America’s closest allies despite recent tensions over the Iran conflict. Speaking during a ceremonial reception that included a 21-gun salute, Trump emphasized the long-standing bond between both nations, noting that Americans have maintained strong ties with Britain since gaining independence 250 […]

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April 28, 2026
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UK, Nigeria Sign Migration, Visa Agreements to Deepen Ties

The governments of United Kingdom and Nigeria have sealed a set of agreements aimed at strengthening cooperation on migration, border security, and business travel. The deals, signed in the UK, comprise three Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs), alongside two Statements of Intent—one targeting collaboration on organised immigration crime and border management, and another focused on expanding […]

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March 19, 2026
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Zobo at Windsor: Royal Banquet Honours Tinubu with Ramadan-Friendly Touch

Britain’s monarch, King Charles III, hosted Nigeria’s President, Bola Ahmed Tinubu, and First Lady, Oluremi Tinubu, to a grand state banquet at Windsor Castle on Wednesday evening, in a ceremony notable for its rare adaptation to Islamic traditions during Ramadan. The event marked one of the first instances in nearly a century where a Muslim […]

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March 18, 2026
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Tinubu Arrives in UK Ahead of Trade, Defence, and Cultural Deals

President Bola Tinubu and First Lady Senator Oluremi Tinubu arrived at Stansted Airport on Tuesday afternoon, commencing a landmark state visit to the United Kingdom. Their presidential aircraft touched down shortly after 3:00 p.m. local time under clear skies, as confirmed by Sunday Dare, Special Adviser to the President on Media and Public Communication. Dare […]

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March 17, 2026
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UK Imposes Airspace Restrictions, Road Closures Ahead of Tinubu’s State Visit

Authorities in the United Kingdom have announced strict security measures ahead of the state visit of Nigerian President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, warning that anyone who violates airspace restrictions around Windsor will face arrest and prosecution. According to Thames Valley Police, the security operation is being coordinated with the Royal Borough of Windsor and Maidenhead, the […]

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March 12, 2026
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UK MP Steps Aside After Husband’s Arrest Over Alleged China Spy Plot

A British lawmaker, Joani Reid, has temporarily stepped aside from the parliamentary group of the ruling Labour Party after her husband was reportedly arrested on suspicion of spying for China. According to police authorities, three individuals — including Reid’s husband, David Taylor — were arrested by counter-terrorism officers in London and Wales on Wednesday on […]

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March 5, 2026
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