Tag: U.S.
U.S. drops Hammer: Six Hong Kong officials sanctioned for crushing dissent
The move, announced by the Department of State, is a direct response to Beijing’s continued crackdown on dissent, which has…
U.S. bans ex-Argentina President CFK for corruption
According to the statement, the two ex-officials financially benefited from illicit dealings involving public works contracts, siphoning millions from Argentina’s…
FG to US: Don’t fall for misinformation on religious killings in Nigeria
The government stressed that insurgency, banditry, and other forms of criminality, particularly in the predominantly Muslim northern region, are not…
Breaking: Ukraine bows to ceasefire proposal as World awaits Russia’s response
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio, speaking from Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, announced Ukraine’s acceptance of the deal, calling it a…
U.S. implements Visa ban on foreign officials aiding illegal migration
The new restrictions complement the existing 3C policy, which was expanded in 2024 to target private sector actors who provide…
U.S. DOGE ‘accidentally ‘cut Ebola prevention, Says Elon Musk
Musk, who is not a Cabinet member or an elected official, said one such mistake was “accidentally” cancelling Ebola prevention…
U.S., Russia take bold steps to end Ukraine war
Both sides agreed to establish a consultation mechanism to ease tensions in U.S.-Russia relations, aiming to restore normal diplomatic operations.
U.S. shuts Abuja Embassy, Consulate General in Lagos
Presidents' Day is a federal holiday in the United States, observed on the third Monday of February each year.
U.S. imposes sanctions on network funding Iran’s Military, Proxy groups
According to Department Spokesperson Tammy Bruce, proceeds from these sales have been used to support terrorist and proxy groups, including…
China imposes 15% tariffs on U.S coal, LNG imports
Trump won November’s presidential election promising to slap high tariffs on foreign goods. He previously implemented a number of duties…
NiDO-Worldwide hails Nigerian woman for returning $5,700 she found in U.S.
Ebiere’s gesture has earned widespread praises from her employer, office colleagues and the person who lost the money. Ubani added…
U.S. to pull out of Paris Agreement January 2026
During the first Trump administration the U.S. withdrew from the Agreement effective November 4 2020, before his successor took the…
U.S. slams Colombia over sudden repatriation U-Turn
However, Petro reportedly rescinded this approval while the flights were already in progress, sparking sharp criticism from Washington.
Rosatom denounces U.S. sanctions, calls them unfounded, unlawful
But Rosatom hits back on Thursday, saying the these sanctions were a form of unfair competition, imposed by nations deemed…
Cuba to release 553 prisoners in response to U.S. announcement
The decision by the United States is a step in the right direction, said Cuban Foreign Minister Bruno Rodríguez, but…
Trump to meet Putin immediately after assuming office
In early January, Trump declined to say when he was going to meet with Putin, but said that such a…
Denmark replies Trump: Greenland won’t be a U.S. State
The debate over Greenland’s future surged after Trump, who is set to assume office on January 20, remarked that the…
U.S. now a disaster, a laughing stock worldwide – Trump
He went on to accuse them of spending every waking hour "unlawfully attacking" him instead of safeguarding the nation from…
Culturati 2024: Lagos, US Consulate stress importance of Culture preservation
Lagos Island was alive with energy throughout the weekend during Culturati 2024, organised by the Lagos State Ministry of Tourism,…
U.S. ups reward to $15 Million for Information on El Mencho, CJNG Cartel Leader
A statement from the Department on Wednesday said Cervantes, a Mexican national, has been a fugitive since 2017, as he…
U.S. celebrates Nigeria at 64, vows strengthening cooperation in economy, energy
The ties between the two countries are further strengthened by deep connections between their peoples and a commitment to peace,…
U.S. cracks down on Georgian human rights abusers, anti-democratic figures with new sanctions
Additionally, the U.S. has targeted two leaders of a violent extremist group, Konstantine Morgoshia and Zurab Makharadze, for their roles…
U.S. announces new $250 million Military aid package for Ukraine
In a statement on September 6, 2024, U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken detailed that the assistance, drawn from Department…
U.S announces over $64m additional humanitarian assistance for Sub-Saharan Africa
This is just the latest demonstration of the U.S. commitment to Sub-Saharan Africa, with recent announcements by Under Secretary Uzra…
U.S. sanctions 400 entities, individuals for enabling Russia’s aggression in Ukraine
The U.S. Department of the Treasury and the Department of State targeted nearly 400 individuals and entities both in Russia…
U.S. Assistant Secretary Stewart set to storm Nigeria
The statement added that the visit would also focus on efforts to enhance approaches among Yaoundé Architecture stakeholders to improve…
Protest: UK, U.S. Canada issue security alerts to citizens in Nigeria
In its advisory, the UK High Commission alerted citizens in Nigeria that protests could occur between July 29 and August…
Olympics: US begin basketball gold defence with defeat of Serbia
Three-time NBA MVP Nikola Jokić recorded 20 points, eight assists and five rebounds for Serbia, but that was not enough…
U.S. demands release of 700 people unjustly detained in Cuba
Blinken said "Three long years later, nearly 700 individuals remain unjustly detained in Cuba due to their participation in these…
U.S. designates ISIS leader Khamirzaev global terrorist
"Adam Khamirzaev, also known as Adam Islamovych Oliferchik, is the emir of the ISIS Georgia Province. Khamirzaev is being designated…