Nigeria’s acceptance into the BRICS club as a partner country is a slap in the face for Nigerian leaders, the foreign policy establishment and citizens who believe that Nigeria is a powerhouse in Africa and can play a big role in world affairs.

ABUJA, Jan. 18 (Xinhua) -- Nigeria will leverage the opportunity of being a partner country of the BRICS bloc to advance strategic partnerships that align with its development objectives ...

Nigeria has been admitted as a partner country to the Brics bloc of developing economies, adding one of Africa's largest economies to the growing alliance of emerging market countries. Brazil, the group's chair,

Nigeria has been officially announced as a partner state of the BRICS group, joining countries like Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa. Nigeria aims to leverage BRICS for economic opportunities,

For Nigeria, it has provided unhindered market access to the USA, but Mr Trump now demands reciprocity in trade. He has asked that African countries consider opening their markets to more American goods in exchange for continued benefits under the AGOA.

The Special Adviser on Media and Public Communication to President Bola Tinubu, Daniel Bwala, on Monday has disclosed that joining the BRICS economic bloc is in Nigeria interest.

A total of 86 people have died after a petrol tanker truck overturned and exploded in Niger state. Most of the victims were impoverished local residents who had rushed to scoop up the spilled petrol,

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has announced Nigeria’s acceptance of an invitation to join BRICS as a partner country, marking a significant step in the nation’s global economic and diplomatic engagements.

The ministry expressed hope to engage constructively with BRICS members to drive innovation and foster people-to-people exchanges.

Egypt has waived visa for Nigerian diplomats in a new partnership agreement, as relationship between both countries is elevated to a “Comprehensive Partnership.” Both countries are to consider other areas of collaboration and partnership during their meeting in Cairo, Egypt. The issue of security cooperation is also said to be on the table.

The wreckage of a fuel tanker burns at the Dikko junction, a road linking Abuja to Kaduna, Nigeria, on Saturday. Photo: EPA-EFE Nigeria’s acceptance of the BRICS’ invitation was communicated by Nigerian Ministry of Foreign Affairs acting spokesperson ...