CogniCurrent Icon

COGNICURRENT

A compact global news feed for the bigger picture.

Regions
Topics
Saved views:
Save your current filters to revisit or share.
50 stories
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Nigeria: Civil Servants Celebrate As Tinubu Approves Full Gratuity Scheme From 2026

Civil servants in Nigeria are celebrating the approval of a full gratuity scheme for retiring workers by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, marking the end of a long-standing demand.

Mar 23 • 08:16 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

UK visit: History will be kind to Tinubu — Jimoh Ibrahim

Jimoh Ibrahim commends President Bola Tinubu's recent UK visit as a strategic move to enhance Nigeria's global engagement.

Mar 23 • 06:22 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Nigeria: We Won't Allow Insecurity Overshadow Our Efforts - Tinubu

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu emphasized his administration's commitment to combating insecurity in Nigeria during a meeting with key officials.

Mar 23 • 04:52 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

ADC demands full disclosure on £746m UK port deal

The African Democratic Congress (ADC) calls for transparency regarding a £746m port infrastructure agreement signed between Nigeria and the UK during President Bola Tinubu's state visit, voicing concerns over the deal's potential implications for Nigeria's debt burden.

Mar 23 • 00:33 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

France to support Nigeria with military equipment after Tinubu-Macron phone call

President Bola Tinubu announced that Nigeria will receive military equipment and training support from France following a recent phone conversation with President Emmanuel Macron.

Mar 22 • 19:02 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Rep urges support for Tinubu’s re-election

Akin Alabi, a Nigerian lawmaker, has launched a campaign initiative to support the re-election of President Bola Tinubu ahead of the 2027 elections, mobilizing thousands of volunteers.

Mar 22 • 00:26 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Tinubu at Windsor: Between design and destiny

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s recent visit to Windsor Castle marked the first official royal reception for a Nigerian leader in 37 years, raising questions about Nigeria's diplomatic history with the UK.

Mar 22 • 00:08 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

A security plan, not platitudes

President Bola Tinubu expresses condolences for recent killings in Maiduguri while pledging to enhance security, but critics highlight a persistent lack of effective strategy in addressing ongoing violence.

Mar 22 • 00:00 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
World

Tinubu’s Windsor moment: British pageantry meets Nigerian pride

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu's recent State Visit to the UK was marked by a blend of British ceremonial grandeur and Nigerian cultural significance.

Mar 22 • 00:00 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

2027: Obasa, Ambode rally support for Tinubu’s reelection

Nigerian political leaders Mudashiru Obasa and Akinwunmi Ambode have urged citizens to support President Bola Tinubu's reelection in 2027 during a prayer session commemorating his birthday.

Mar 21 • 22:24 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

2027: Tunji-Ojo, group targets 95% women support for Tinubu in Ondo

The Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, is spearheading a mobilization effort to secure 95% support from women in Ondo State for President Bola Tinubu's re-election in the upcoming 2027 elections.

Mar 20 • 13:45 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Tinubu hails Nigerians’ creativity at UK art exhibition

President Bola Tinubu commended the creativity of Nigerians at a modern art exhibition in London, emphasizing their ability to redefine their identity through art.

Mar 20 • 11:01 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

VIDEO: Tinubu returns to Nigeria after UK state visit

President Bola Tinubu returns to Nigeria following a successful two-day state visit to the United Kingdom, where he was hosted by King Charles III and Queen Camilla.

Mar 20 • 07:08 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

VIDEO: Tinubu, First Lady depart London for Lagos after UK state visit

Nigerian President Bola Tinubu and First Lady Oluremi Tinubu have returned to Lagos after a two-day state visit to the United Kingdom.

Mar 19 • 22:22 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

VIDEO: Tinubu seeks stronger economic, security ties with UK

President Bola Tinubu has called for enhanced economic and security cooperation between Nigeria and the UK during a meeting with Prime Minister Keir Starmer.

Mar 19 • 19:36 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Dele Momodu, Fani-Kayode, Omokri in war of words over Tinubu

A public disagreement has emerged among Nigerian political figures Dele Momodu, Femi Fani-Kayode, and Reno Omokri regarding the leadership of President Bola Tinubu.

Mar 19 • 18:38 UTC
🌍 Africanews
National & Local

Bola Tinubu's state visit to UK: major steel deal agreed with British PM

Nigerian President Bola Tinubu made his first state visit to the UK, meeting Prime Minister Keir Starmer to discuss trade and signing a significant steel deal.

Mar 19 • 16:19 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Royal hosts Nigerian president – a detail about King Charles stole the limelight

Nigerian President Bola Tinubu is on a two-day state visit to the UK, where royal family members welcomed him with significant ceremony.

Mar 19 • 14:45 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

JUST IN: Tinubu meets UK PM Starmer, to witness £746m port deal signing

President Bola Tinubu of Nigeria is meeting UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer to discuss a £746 million port deal, enhancing Nigeria-UK relations.

Mar 19 • 13:41 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Nigeria does not come last, nine things King Charles said about Nigeria

King Charles III praised Nigeria during a state banquet for President Bola Tinubu, emphasizing the nation's growth and potential.

Mar 19 • 07:09 UTC
🌍 RFI Afrique (FR)
World

On a visit to the UK, Nigerian President Tinubu received with honors at Windsor Castle

Nigerian President Bola Tinubu's state visit to the UK marks a historic engagement with King Charles III, highlighting the importance of Nigeria-UK relations.

Mar 19 • 00:26 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Tinubu recounts UK protection during pro-democracy struggle

President Bola Tinubu talks about the support he received in the UK during Nigeria's military dictatorship at a banquet in Windsor Castle.

Mar 19 • 00:07 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

FULL TEXT: King Charles’ speech at state banquet for Tinubu

King Charles III delivered a speech welcoming Nigerian President Bola Tinubu and the First Lady at Windsor Castle, emphasizing Nigeria's growing influence in the UK.

Mar 18 • 23:53 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Nigeria-UK partnership stable despite painful past – King Charles

King Charles III acknowledges the painful historical ties between Nigeria and the UK but emphasizes a hopeful and mutually beneficial partnership moving forward.

Mar 18 • 23:47 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Zobo at Windsor: Inside ‘historic’ Ramadan-friendly royal banquet for Tinubu’s UK state visit

King Charles III hosted President Bola Tinubu of Nigeria for a historic Ramadan-friendly state banquet at Windsor Castle, marking a significant departure from royal traditions for a Muslim leader.

Mar 18 • 23:38 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

VIDEO: King Charles jokes over jollof rice rivalry at banquet for Tinubu

King Charles III humorously addressed the jollof rice rivalry among Nigeria, Ghana, and Senegal during a state banquet for Nigerian President Bola Tinubu.

Mar 18 • 23:38 UTC
🇬🇧 Sky News
National & Local

King says UK 'blessed' by Nigerian influence as he hosts state banquet for president

King Charles III celebrated Nigerian influence in the UK during a state banquet for President Bola Tinubu, highlighting the contributions of individuals of Nigerian heritage to British society.

Mar 18 • 20:13 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

PICTORIAL: Tinubu, First Lady meet royals on ‘historic’ UK state visit

Nigerian President Bola Tinubu made a historic state visit to the UK, marking the first by a Nigerian leader in nearly 40 years, where he was welcomed by King Charles III.

Mar 18 • 18:48 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

VIDEO: UK-based Nigerians declare support for Tinubu, laud historic visit

Nigerians in the UK expressed their support for President Bola Tinubu's administration following his historic visit to the country, marking the first visit from a sitting Nigerian President in 37 years.

Mar 18 • 17:40 UTC
🌍 Africanews
World

Nigeria's President Tinubu welcomed by Britain's King Charles at start of state visit

President Bola Tinubu of Nigeria is on a historic state visit to the United Kingdom, marking the first such visit by a Nigerian leader in nearly four decades, focusing on trade and diplomatic relations.

Mar 18 • 15:33 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

VIDEO: King Charles, Queen Camilla receive Tinubu at Windsor

King Charles III and Queen Camilla hosted Nigerian President Bola Tinubu and his wife at Windsor Castle, marking the beginning of a key state visit.

Mar 18 • 14:44 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Minister unveils new phase of TVET reforms in London

Nigeria's Minister of Education, Dr. Maruf Alausa, announced the launch of a new phase of Technical and Vocational Education and Training reforms during a visit to London with President Bola Tinubu.

Mar 18 • 11:54 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Tinubu targets over 98,000 campaigners in Ondo grassroots push

President Bola Tinubu has initiated a recruiting campaign in Ondo State, aiming to enlist over 98,000 grassroots mobilizers to support his re-election efforts ahead of the 2027 presidential election.

Mar 18 • 07:16 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

JUST IN: Tinubu arrives UK for historic state visit

President Bola Tinubu and First Lady Oluremi Tinubu arrived in the UK for a significant state visit, marking Nigeria's first such visit since 1989.

Mar 17 • 16:58 UTC
🌍 Africanews
National & Local

Nigeria’s Tinubu begins UK state visit, first in nearly four decades

Nigerian President Bola Tinubu has embarked on a significant state visit to the UK, the first by a Nigerian leader in nearly 40 years, focusing on strengthening bilateral relations.

Mar 17 • 12:00 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Zamfara governor joins Tinubu on historic UK state visit

Dauda Lawal, the Governor of Zamfara State, has been selected to accompany President Bola Tinubu on a state visit to the United Kingdom aimed at strengthening bilateral relations.

Mar 17 • 10:00 UTC
🌍 Africanews
National & Local

Nigeria’s president vows tougher action after deadly Maiduguri attacks

Nigerian President Bola Tinubu has promised to enhance security measures following a series of deadly attacks in Maiduguri that claimed lives and injured many.

Mar 17 • 09:55 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Tinubu departs for UK state visit

President Bola Tinubu has embarked on a historic state visit to the United Kingdom, marking the first visit by a Nigerian leader in 37 years.

Mar 17 • 09:11 UTC
🌍 RFI Afrique (FR)
World

United Kingdom: Bola Tinubu makes the first state visit of a Nigerian president since 1989

Nigerian President Bola Tinubu is set to make his first state visit to the United Kingdom since 1989, emphasizing the important bilateral ties between Nigeria and the UK.

Mar 17 • 07:30 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Tinubu begins state visit to UK Tuesday

Nigerian President Bola Tinubu is set to begin a state visit to the United Kingdom, marking the first visit by a Nigerian leader in 37 years.

Mar 16 • 18:55 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Governors treating Tinubu as 'tin god' for political survival – ADC chieftain

Ladan Salihu, a chieftain of the African Democratic Congress, criticizes state governors who defect to the ruling All Progressives Congress, saying their reliance on President Bola Tinubu for their political survival is misguided.

Mar 16 • 12:02 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Nigeria: Stakes As Tinubu Embarks On State Visit to UK

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is set to begin a historic state visit to the UK on March 17, 2026, which will enhance Nigeria's diplomatic relations with Britain.

Mar 16 • 04:58 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

No coalition can defeat Tinubu in 2027 – Cleric

A Nigerian cleric believes that no political coalition will be able to defeat President Bola Tinubu in the upcoming 2027 elections and encourages citizens to unite in addressing the country's challenges.

Mar 16 • 01:32 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Tinubu, Sultan in closed-door talks in Aso Rock

President Bola Tinubu held a closed-door meeting with Sultan of Sokoto, Alhaji Sa’ad Abubakar III, at the Presidential Villa in Abuja amidst ongoing consultations on national issues.

Mar 16 • 01:20 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Tinubu orders nationwide rice distribution for Ramadan, Lent

President Bola Tinubu has directed a nationwide rice distribution initiative to support citizens during Ramadan and Lent.

Mar 16 • 01:09 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

PHOTOS: Sultan of Sokoto visits Tinubu in Abuja

The Sultan of Sokoto, Alhaji Muhammadu Sa’adu Abubakar III, paid a courtesy visit to Nigerian President Bola Tinubu at the Presidential Villa in Abuja, highlighting the union of political and spiritual leadership in Nigeria.

Mar 15 • 20:05 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

93% of Nigerians say country heading in wrong direction – ADC

A recent survey reveals that 93% of Nigerians feel the country is moving in the wrong direction, largely due to dissatisfaction with President Bola Tinubu’s administration and worsening living conditions.

Mar 15 • 18:29 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

2027: Shippers’ Council boss urges Ortom, Benue PDP to support Tinubu

The Executive Secretary of the Nigerian Shippers’ Council urged the Benue State PDP leaders to support President Bola Tinubu in the 2027 election during a visit to former Governor Samuel Ortom.

Mar 15 • 17:38 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Renewed Hope event disrupted in Imo, crowd cart away empowerment items

A crowd at the Renewed Hope South-East Youth Tour in Imo State disrupted the distribution of empowerment items, although the event was deemed successful by organizers.

Mar 15 • 14:36 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Mining dispute: FG alleges plot to embarrass Tinubu during UK visit

The Nigerian Federal Government accused Jupiter Ltd of planning a discrediting campaign against the country amid President Bola Tinubu's upcoming state visit to the UK.

Mar 15 • 14:00 UTC

Story in context

Loading Intelligence...

📡

Select a report from the feed to view analysis and related coverage.