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The hub, inaugurated on September 2, is one of 10 community-centred connectivity hubs supported by the UK Government through its Digital Access Programme. The Initiative for Digital Inclusion (IDI) is implementing the project.

The seasoned diplomat has taken up his new role as His Majesty’s Trade Commissioner for Africa, returning to a region he knows from his previous assignment as the Deputy Trade Commissioner between 2019 and 2022.

The appointment was announced in a statement issued on Monday by the UK High Commission in Nigeria, which said Long would lead Britain's efforts to expand commercial partnerships, improve market access, attract investments and promote sustainable economic growth across Africa.

The Home Office said the change is intended to stop immigration status being used to keep exploited workers in abusive employment.

According to the court, Poco Lee faces one count of attempted rape, two counts of rape and two counts of assault by penetration. The court’s Admin Team Leader, James Baker, confirmed the charges in an email to PUNCH and said the case is listed for plea and trial preparation on September 15, 2026.

The United Kingdom has urged Nigeria to implement far-reaching electoral reforms before the 2027 general elections, warning against vote-buying. While congratulating Governor Ademola Adeleke on his re-election, the British High Commission commended Osun voters for their peaceful participation...

UK congratulates Adeleke on Osun re-election, commends voters for peaceful participation. British High Commission flags vote-buying, BVAS delays and access challenges in Osun poll. UK urges electoral institutions to address gaps ahead of 2027 general elections. August 18, (THEWILL)...

Mo Abudu is taking the EbonyLife Place concept beyond Nigeria, with a new London venue set to open in October 2026 Located on Wandsworth Road, the development will combine cinema with culture and lifestyle, creating a space for...

A record 230 migrants crossed the English Channel aboard a single small boat, setting a new benchmark for the highest number ever transported in one vessel to the UK. The UK government blamed organised criminal smuggling gangs for...

Federal Government dispatches a dedicated Nigeria Immigration Service Passport Intervention Team to the United Kingdom to bring passport enrolment and processing closer to Nigerians in the diaspora. Special exercise will handle pending passport applications, fresh enrolments and renewals...