Tag: U.S. President Donald Trump
Trump’s America and labelling of Kwankwaso, Fulani, and Nigerian Muslims
Nigeria has welcomed increased U.S. military engagement, with AFRICOM officials meeting Nigerian security leaders and American troops now permitted to…
Oshiomhole: Trump’s recognition of Oluremi Tinubu worth celebrating
Trump made the comment about Nigeria’s First Lady at the 74th Annual National Prayer Breakfast held on Capitol Hill, Washington,…
US government shuts down
The United States government slipped into a partial shutdown early Saturday after Congress failed to approve a 2026 budget before…
Trump sues his own IRS, Treasury for massive $10bn
United States President Donald Trump has filed a $10 billion lawsuit against the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) and the Treasury…
Zelensky expected to meet Trump Sunday in U.S. for Ukraine peace talks
Diplomatic activity has accelerated since U.S. President Donald Trump presented a 28-point peace plan in late November, which unsettled Kiev…
BREAKING: Trump confirms U.S strikes against ISIS terrorists in Nigeria
On its part, the US AFRICOM in a post on its X handle said "AFRICOM conducted a strike at the…
Trump calls Somali immigrants ‘garbage’ in cabinet meeting
U.S. media have speculated about impending Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) raids targeting Somali migrants in the cities of Minneapolis…
Trump’s new, sudden migration ban could hit Nigeria hard
US President Donald Trump on Thursday announced sweeping new immigration restrictions that could directly affect countries classified as “third-world nations”,…
Trump unlikely to attack Nigeria, but US lawmaker warns of unexpected moves
“I suspect military action in Nigeria is not a high priority for the President,” Huizenga said. “His main concern is…
“We will overcome CPC designation, terrorism,” Tinubu speaks on Trump’s threats
"Do we have problems? Yes. Are we challenged by terrorism? Yes. But we will defeat terrorism. We will overcome the…
Kanu writes Trump: See details of letter
Kanu, in his letter transmitted through his lawyer on Thursday, appealed to Trump to take action and protect the Christian…
Tinubu calm, taking Trump’s threat seriously – Minister
The Minister said the President remained calm while deploying a multi-pronged strategy to address Washington’s concerns through dialogue, coordination, and…
Peter Obi breaks silence on Trump’s military invasion threat
Peter Obi added that the issue of insecurity has been a long-time plague ailing the country. He emphasised the need…
Nigerian govt faults Trump on ‘Country of Concern’ designation, Christian genocide claim
However, the Ministry said the Nigerian government would continue to engage constructively with the US government to enhance mutual understanding…
White House reacts as Nobel Peace Prize goes to Machado instead of Trump
The White House has reacted angrily after Venezuelan opposition leader Maria Corina Machado was named the winner of the 2025…
Israel, Hamas take first steps towards enacting Trump deal
Zaher Jabareen, head of the prisoner affairs office for Hamas, issued a statement earlier saying the Islamist movement had submitted…
Trump to mark 80th birthday with UFC cage fight
The UFC is the largest professional league for mixed martial arts (MMA), a full-contact combat sport that blends techniques from…
‘I am in pain’, Kanye West releases ‘betrayal list’
The list which included the President of the united States, Donald Trump and his daughter North West, have since sparked…
Trump wins Supreme Court battle to freeze $4bn foreign aid
The United States Supreme Court has handed President Donald Trump a major victory, allowing his administration to temporarily block over…
Trump declares 100% for UN after bashing global body
The U.S. leader said in spite of his constant criticism of the global body, the “potential for peace with this…
Trump threatens severe consequences against ‘wrongful’ detention of U.S. nationals abroad
The bottom line: Anyone who uses an American as a bargaining chip will pay the price
Trump says Kiev ‘ll decide territorial issues, calls Putin ‘smart’
Trump also highlighted his cooperation with European powers on the Ukraine issue.
Trump demands immediate removal of homeless people from U.S. capital
Two weeks ago, the U.S. president had announced plans to take action against homeless people near the White House.
Trump lauds $600bn investment ‘gift’ from EU companies in trade deal
A European Commission official recently clarified that the investments were a matter for private companies and that the commission, as…
Trump threatens India with new tariffs ‘in next 24 hours’
Trump had previously threatened higher tariffs in the context of Russia’s war of aggression against Ukraine, but said nothing about…
Trump triggers panic as Nigerians in U.S. brace for mass deportation again
Nigerians living in the United States are on edge once again, following President Donald Trump’s latest declaration that there will…
Paramount to pay $16m in lawsuit settlement with Trump
It is the second major settlement between Trump and a major news outlet.
Gaza war: Trump says Israel has agreed to 60-day ceasefire
However, there was no immediate comment from the Israeli side.
Iran indirectly issues death threat against Trump
Threats against a Khamenei or other religious leaders are considered so grievous they are punishable by death under Islam, the…
Trump pushes for largest mass deportation drive amidst protests
Trump called on ICE and other agencies to do all in their power to carry out what he described as…