Former Nigerian President Olusegun Obasanjo says Africa must do more to unlock resources within the continent to drive its own investment and economic growth.

Namibia's delegation promoted inclusive apprenticeship at the Sub-Saharan Africa Skills and Apprenticeship Stakeholders Network (SASASNET) conference, taking place in Abuja, Nigeria. 

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu stated that Nigeria cannot address its 'security' challenges alone and is seeking 'pragmatic collaboration' and partnerships with its neighbours to tackle the issue while speaking during the Africa CEO Summit in Kigali on Friday.

At least 100 civilians were reported killed and many others injured and displaced after a military airstrike in Zamfara State, northwestern Nigeria, on Sunday, as the army continues to battle bandit gangs and insurgent groups across regions.

Gospel music lovers and praise and worship leaders in Namibia can look forward to a spirit-filled Restoration Concert in 2026, featuring renowned artists Benjamin Dube from South Africa and GUC from Nigeria.

The High Commissioner of Namibia to Nigeria, Walde Ndevashiya, presented his letters of credence to the President of Nigeria, Bola Tinubu.

Ndevashiya emphasised the historical ties of solidarity and struggle that underpin the relationship between the two countries. 

Survivors described scenes of chaos and devastation after a Nigerian Air Force strike hit the Jilli market in a village along the border between Borno and Yobe states on Saturday, leaving more than 100 people feared dead and dozens injured.

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu of Nigeria hosted Chadian President Mahamat Idriss Deby in Abuja on Thursday.

Their talks focused on security cooperation and economic coordination in the Sahel and Lake Chad Basin.

Former Nigerian President Olusegun Obasanjo has congratulated President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah on her first anniversary as head of state on Independence Day.

One of the first leaders to contact Dr Nandi-Ndaitwah upon her inauguration, Obasanjo expressed strong confidence in her leadership. 

President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah says Namibia does not forget countries and movements that supported Namibia's liberation struggle.

She emphasised that the country's independence was built on global solidarity.