Tag: Donald Trump
Trump behaved like Cowboy in Maduro’s arrest – Akinyemi declares
Prominent Nigerian diplomat and former Minister of External Affairs, Prof. Bolaji Akinyemi, has launched a scathing attack on U.S. President…
Trump says Venezuelan president Maduro ‘captured’ after US strikes
Trump said in a statement that the operation was carried out successfully and in conjunction with US law enforcement. “The…
‘Locked and loaded’: Trump issues threat over Iran protests
In a statement posted on his Truth Social platform on Friday, Trump accused Tehran of a pattern of violent repression…
Legal battle looms as Trump files $10bn suit against BBC
Trump alleges that the broadcaster acted deliberately and dishonestly by splicing together remarks from different parts of his address, delivered…
Trump sparks outrage with post mocking Rob Reiner’s death
President Donald Trump ignited a firestorm of criticism on Monday with a provocative Truth Social post addressing the tragic deaths…
Ukraine, US continue peace talks, say real progress depends on Russia
Ukrainian and United States officials will meet again today in Miami for a third day of talks aimed at ending…
Trump receives Inaugural FIFA Peace Prize
Trump also declared: “The world is a safer place now. The USA was not doing well a year ago, now…
Trump says Europe may ‘disappear’ in 20 years, gives reason
U.S. President Donald Trump has warned that Europe could face what he calls “civilisation erasure” if current policies continue. He…
Trump renews immigration war, says Somalis not wanted in US
Assistant Secretary Tricia McLaughlin said ICE targets people based on their immigration status, not their race or ethnicity.
Ukraine finally agrees to peace deal
“They’ve agreed to the peace deal,” the official said. “There are some minor details to be sorted out, but they…
‘Christian Genocide’: Trump administration shifts from military threats
The Donald Trump administration has signalled a shift in its approach to Nigeria’s ongoing Christian persecution, moving away from earlier…
Soyinka questions Trump’s mental state over violent remarks about Nigeria
In his words: “Any government has an obligation to protect, to ensure the welfare of his or her citizens. There's…
Genocide Tag: US lawmakers debate possible sanctions on Nigeria
The CPC status may also lead to a reduction or restriction in certain forms of U.S. assistance, especially programs connected…
‘My Son Loves You’ — Trump tells Ronaldo at special White House dinner
Trump said this on Tuesday night while hosting a dinner at the White House, where Ronaldo was one of the…
Trump to ramp up domestic travel to push economic agenda
US President Donald Trump is set to increase his domestic travel as he takes his economic message directly to Americans,…
“Get back to work now!” – Trump’s clash with air controllers sparks outrage
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has responded to controller shortages by cutting capacity at 40 major U.S. airports, leading to…
Nigeria’s crisis not Christian vs Muslim war, says Soyinka
The 90-year-old author added that political leaders have taken advantage of religious differences to gain power while refusing to punish…
Trump after terrorists, not invasion of Nigeria – Cleric
The cleric further identified four types of terrorism occurring in Nigeria, mentioning kidnappers who abduct people for ransom and noting…
Trump’s threat: Russia says it’s closely monitoring situation in Nigeria
In a statement released in Moscow, Russian Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Maria Zakharova said Russia was “closely monitoring the situation in…
Trump teases secret plan with Russia, China to give up all nuclear weapons
“We’re the number one nuclear power, which I hate to admit because it’s so horrible,” Trump said. “Russia is second.…
U.S. military mulls airstrikes on Nigeria following Trump’s order
According to the report published on Wednesday, the U.S. Africa Command has submitted several options to the Department of War,…
“Mr Trump, it’s wrong to invade our country”: US-based Nigerians
OAN was founded in 1989 when Nigeria and Nigerians on the U.S. were suffering seriously from negative stereotypes in the…
Soyinka blows hot: ‘Trump is a petty-minded dictator’
The Nobel Laureate noted that Trump’s campaign rhetoric normalised hate speech and created a climate of intolerance that had lasting…
Trump got it wrong, Nigeria fires back, says 13,500 terrorists neutralised
The minister emphasised that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu had demonstrated unwavering commitment to ending insecurity, noting that since May 2023,…
‘I will stop you,’ Mamdani tells Trump
The democratic socialist breezed to victory over his closest opponent, Andrew Cuomo, in the NYC mayoral race -- then took…
Mamdani defeats Trump’s candidate Cuomo to become New York City’s first Muslim mayor
34-year-old Zohran Mamdani has won the closely watched New York City mayoral election, defeating independent candidate Andrew Cuomo, who was…
What Nigerians should do with Trump’s statement – CAN
What we want is freedom for all to practice our faith, whether we are Christians, Muslims, or free thinkers,” he…
Ajadi kicks against establishment of U.S. military base in Port Harcourt
Ambassador Olufemi Ajadi Oguntoyinbo, a Nigerian advocate of good governance and social reform, has cautioned the United States President Donald…
The fool’s paradise of waiting for Trump the Messiah
I have written a series of short posts on this matter on my Facebook page, and the reactions have ranged…
Outrage as Civil Coalition condemns Trump’s ‘bullying’ of Nigeria
Ekujumi further stated that Trump’s comments risk aggravating existing tensions by framing Nigeria’s security issues along religious lines, despite evidence…