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Travelling to the US this week? Here’s how the shutdown could ruin your plans

Michael Adesina

6 months ago

If you’re jetting off to the United States this week, the ongoing government shutdown may not just be another headline,…

US Govt shutdown: Trump threatens mass layoffs

Michael Adesina

6 months ago

The US federal government officially shut down early Tuesday morning after lawmakers failed to pass a funding bill, leaving hundreds…

Nigeria @ 65: U.S. fires strong message to Tinubu’s government

Kazeem Ugbodaga

6 months ago

“For over six decades, Nigeria has stood as a beacon of resilience and leadership. The United States values our enduring…

Trump wins again as YouTube pays $24.5m for post-Capitol ban

Femi Fabunmi

6 months ago

In a letter to a Republican-led congressional committee, YouTube wrote, “YouTube values conservative voices on its platform and recognises that…

Trump starts the Gaza peace countdown, Hamas under the clock

Michael Adesina

6 months ago

US President Donald Trump has set a strict three-to-four-day deadline for Hamas to respond to his 20-point peace plan aimed…

Netanyahu endorses Trump’s 20-Point Gaza plan as critical step

Kazeem Ugbodaga

6 months ago

He praised the proposal as a blueprint to prevent future attacks, emphasizing that Israel's military campaign, now in its second…

Trump declares Middle East Peace Deal beyond close, unveils 21-point plan

Kazeem Ugbodaga

6 months ago

“Today is a historic day for peace,” Trump said, adding that “We have worked closely with Prime Minister Netanyahu, and…

Trump declares war on foreign films with 100% Tariff threat

Kazeem Ugbodaga

6 months ago

Industry analysts are sounding alarms. Some warn that such a draconian tariff could raise costs dramatically, force studios to reconsider…

Death toll rises to four after gunman attacks Michigan church service

Kazeem Ugbodaga

6 months ago

Sanford, a veteran of the Iraq War, served in the Marines between 2004 and 2008. Investigators are now combing through…

Revealed: Tony Blair’s £300m Gaza takeover plan

Michael Adesina

6 months ago

Former British Prime Minister Tony Blair has unveiled a controversial £300million blueprint to bring order to war-ravaged Gaza, complete with…

Hope for Nigeria as US reinstates long-term visas for Ghana

Femi Fabunmi

6 months ago

In a statement on Saturday, the US Embassy in Ghana said the B1/B2 visitor visa is now valid for five…

FIFA faces global pressure after Trump’s World Cup threat

Ayorinde Oluokun

6 months ago

Trump’s warning hinges on safety. Yet, experts debate whether his concerns reflect genuine risk assessments or political posturing shaped by…

Airport, schools, other institutions receive bomb threat emails

Isa Isawade

6 months ago

The threat email was sent to between 100 and 150 email addresses belonging to various organisations.

Russian strikes injure 10 in Ukraine

Isa Isawade

6 months ago

Andriy Yermak, the head of Ukraine’s presidential office, accused Moscow of waging a “war against civilians”.

Nigeria re-elected into ICAO Council

Isa Isawade

6 months ago

The Council is divided into three parts for the purpose of elections, not operational functions. These parts reflect different categories…

UN reimposes sanctions on Iran

Isa Isawade

6 months ago

While the sanctions are expected to further strain Iran’s already weakened economy, battered by extensive U.S. unilateral measures, the full…

London teacher Ahmed jailed after grooming, sexually assaulting girls

Kazeem Ugbodaga

6 months ago

Between 2019 and 2023, Ahmed targeted girls aged 13 to 15 via social media, befriending them with a fake teenage…

How Nursery worker secretly pinched, shoved, abused Toddlers in London

Kazeem Ugbodaga

6 months ago

Detective Inspector Sian Hutchings of the Met’s Public Protection Command described the case as “a complex and emotional investigation”.

London man Weatherley who beat two female Police Officers unconscious jailed

Kazeem Ugbodaga

6 months ago

Weatherley’s aggression shocked both colleagues and prosecutors. He punched one officer in the head, rendering her unconscious, before repeatedly striking…

U.S. lifts visa ban on Ghana

Michael Adesina

6 months ago

The United States has lifted its visa restrictions on Ghana just as the West African nation emerges as a dumping…

Sudanese Alliance for Rights files lawsuit with ICC against government, calls for inquiry

Femi Fabunmi

6 months ago

Human rights experts emphasise that the SAR initiative represents a proactive move by civil society to protect civilians and ensure

Trump wins Supreme Court battle to freeze $4bn foreign aid

Michael Adesina

6 months ago

The United States Supreme Court has handed President Donald Trump a major victory, allowing his administration to temporarily block over…

US, Nigeria strengthen ties as Landau meets Tuggar at UNGA

Kazeem Ugbodaga

6 months ago

The meeting highlighted the United States’ commitment to a strong and enduring partnership with Nigeria,” Pigott stated.

Immigration crackdown: UK unveils new digital ID scheme

Paul Dada

6 months ago

Under the proposed system, individuals will have access to a secure digital ID stored on their smartphones. While the government…

White House prepares for mass firings as Government shutdown deadline looms

Kazeem Ugbodaga

6 months ago

Democrats have denounced the move as a form of political intimidation. Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer and House Minority Leader…

Ex-French President Sarkozy jailed in historic ruling over Libya campaign finance scandal

Kazeem Ugbodaga

6 months ago

Two of Sarkozy’s close associates also received convictions: Claude Guéant was sentenced to six years (though his term may be…

Trump, Erdogan forge new path amid fierce global power struggles

Kazeem Ugbodaga

6 months ago

In response, Erdoğan stressed Turkey’s sovereign right to set its foreign and energy policy, calling on Washington to renew trust…

Saudi embassy in Abuja marks 95 years, highlights $600m trade with Nigeria

Femi Fabunmi

6 months ago

explained that Saudi Arabia has made remarkable progress since King Abdulaziz bin Abdulrahman Al Saud unified the Kingdom 95 years…

UNGA: After years of stagnation, Nigeria revives oil sector for global players

Femi Fabunmi

6 months ago

Lokpobiri stressed that Nigeria’s oil sector is undergoing a transformation:

UNGA: China fires back at Trump, denies Russia war funding claims

Femi Fabunmi

6 months ago

Spokesperson Guo Jiakun argued that the U.S. and European countries also trade with Russia, so it is unfair for Washington…

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