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  The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has advised Nigerian citizens planning to travel to Australia to take into cognizance the prevailing security situation in some cities.  This is imperative for Nigerian travellers and residents in Australia due to reported cases of discrimination, harassment and verbal abuse targeted at foreigners.  The ministry revealed that the unfortunate recent surge in antisemitic and Islamophobic hate crimes in Australia has increased the risk of violence, hence the need for caution.  While Australia is generally known for its multiculturalism and tolerance, incidents of Islamophobia and antisemitism have occurred recently in certain areas, it noted.  In early December 2024, a disturbing incident occurred in the Sydney suburb of Woollahra, where a car was set ablaze and anti-Israel graffiti was sprayed on nearby buildings.  This event is part of a broader increase in both antisemitic and Islamophobic incidents in Australia, coinciding...

  The Nigeria Police Force is concerned about the persistent unprofessional conduct of a few Police officers which undermines the standards and reputation of the Nigeria Police Force. Despite repeated warnings and disciplinary actions taken against those who have been exposed, some officers are still engaging in these shameful acts that erode public trust. Even more alarming is the fraudulent use of the name and office of the Inspector-General of Police to perpetrate these illegal acts. The intention behind this tactic is to intimidate victims into believing that the IGP is aware, and approves of their illegal activities. As a result, victims are often deterred from reporting these incidents to higher authorities. We urge members of the public to report any misconduct by Police Officers to their superiors, the Heads of the Complaint Response Units (CRU) in their states or the Commissioner of Police in the state. Contact information for the CRU in all states has been published previ...

  Nigerian born Afro hip-hop artiste, Chinonso Eze, aka Zino Pee, who is currently based in Tokyo, has stated that afro music is well received across Asia. Speaking in a statement he said, “Afro music is generally accepted worldwide, and Bangkok is no exception. The vibe and energy of afro hip-hop resonate well with audiences here, and it’s amazing to see how the sound transcends borders.” Describing music as a gift from God to him, Zino Pee stated that natural elements fuel his creativity and passion for making music. “Music, for me, is a gift from God. My inspiration comes from nature—listening to birds sing or the soothing sound of the sea while on the beach. These natural elements fuel my creativity and passion for making music. I make afro hip-hop music. It’s a fusion of afrobeat and hip-hop, with a touch of my personality and life experiences woven into the lyrics.  I draw inspiration from afrobeat giants like Burna Boy and Davido. Their music, work ethic and ability to ...

  The minister of foreign affairs, Ambassador Yusuf Tuggar, has donated food items to vulnerable Christian families from nine local governments of Bauchi State ahead of this year’s Christmas festivities. The food was distributed through Ambassador Yusuf Maitama Tuggar Foundation to enable Christians in the state to celebrate the Christmas and New Year festivities with ease and joy amid the country’s hard economic times. Our correspondent reports that vulnerable families drawn from Dass, Tafawa-Balewa, Bogoro, Dambam, Katagum, Gamawa, Warji, Toro and Alkaleri received over 300 bags of rice and over 700 cartons of pasta and stipends. The minister’s political aide, Ahmad Tilde, assured Ambassador Tuggar’s commitment to always serve humanity with passion devoid of race or religion. Speaking on behalf of the beneficiaries, Mr. Simon Okpanachi who expressed his delight over the donation, described the gesture as timely. He recalled that this was not the first time they had benefited from...