Tag: United States
Heavy snow pummel U.S., 15 people dead
At least 24 states have issued emergency disaster declarations ahead of the winter storm, including New York, Alabama, Arkansas, Connecticut,…
UN rights chief decries U.S. treatment of migrants, as deaths in ICE custody rise
The UN rights chief said he was “astounded by the now-routine abuse and denigration of migrants and refugees.”
US Mission invites Nigerian students for life, study in America
The programme will also address issues such as maintaining physical and mental wellbeing, time and financial management, dealing with racism…
Vessel seized by US not registered in Nigeria – NIMASA
NIMASA said in the statement that VLCC SKIPPER is not a Nigerian-flagged vessel, and its purported owners, Thomarose Global Ventures…
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.
Mass shooting at California birthday party leaves families in shock
A tragic shooting at a family gathering in Stockton, California, has left at least four people dead and ten others…
Historic Return: Celebration in Nigeria as US hands over two Benin artefacts
Olugbile Holloway, head of the NCMM, said the return was an important moment for Nigeria. He explained that the bronze…
UN rights body regrets U.S. withdrawal from human rights review
The U.S. was due to appear before the Council’s Working Group on Friday, but declined to do so – the…
Hope for Nigeria as US reinstates long-term visas for Ghana
In a statement on Saturday, the US Embassy in Ghana said the B1/B2 visitor visa is now valid for five…
Why we’re cancelling visas of Nigerian students, businesspeople – US
This is not the first warning. In March, Americans in Nigeria were told to avoid the Abuja National Mosque. In…
Nigerian PhD student uncovers potential brain cancer cure
thanked his mentors, lab colleagues, and family for their support and said sharing his research was not just about the…
India snubs Russian oil, turns to Nigeria
India, the world’s third-largest oil consumer, continues to adapt its sourcing in response to shifting market dynamics and diplomatic realities.…
Trump’s America keeps its word: U.S. delivers on deportation threats, sends ‘barbaric’ offenders to Africa
The deportees, originally from Cuba, Jamaica, Laos, Vietnam, and Yemen, were convicted of serious crimes, including
U.S. blames visa overstays, Nigeria promises to clean up records
President Bola Tinubu has instructed all Nigerian government agencies to fully follow international rules after the United States changed its…
Survey reveals alarming side effects of weight loss drugs
Ongoing research is needed to fully understand their risks, especially for long-term and higher-dose users. However, many experts still believe…
Iran threatened U.S. with activation of terror cells
The U.S. struck three Iranian nuclear sites in Natanz, Fordow and Isfahan in the early hours of Sunday.
World Club Cup: Hot weather causes problems as Dortmund bench hide from sun inside locker room
Very hot weather is causing big problems at the Club World Cup. During Borussia Dortmund’s game against Mamelodi Sundowns on…
U.S. drops major update on Student Visas: What Nigerians, others need to know
However, the resumption comes with a heightened security posture. In a move to strengthen U.S. borders and protect its citizens,…
WAR: Israel calls on Trump to strike Iran as retaliation escalates
The request comes amid rapidly intensifying hostilities between the two nations. In the past 48 hours, tensions have soared following…
Excitement builds as Tems prepares to headline FIFA World Club Cup
She will perform alongside other global stars, including Doja Cat and J Balvin.
Continental clubs in big showdown as FIFA World Club Cup begins today in U.S
It marks the first expanded edition of the tournament, and for the players, coaches, fans and FIFA’s coffers it promises…
Trump threatens Apple with 25% tariff on iPhones made outside U.S.
Trump has long demanded that Apple build the iPhone, its most important product in the U.S.
U.S. drops another bombshell for Nigerians overstaying their Visas
The Mission further dismissed claims of accidental overstays, stating emphatically, "There is no such thing as an 'honest mistake' –…
No alternatives! U.S. to dump Nigerian deportees in Lagos
He said: “The first group to be repatriated will consist of convicted prisoners—those who have committed crimes and are currently…
U.S., U.K., Australia crack down on Russia-based Cybercrime syndicate
The U.S. Department of the Treasury implemented the sanctions under Executive Order (E.O.) 13694, as amended by E.O. 14144, further…
Brazilian president says Trump not elected to “rule the world”
I respect the election of President Trump who was elected by the American people to govern the United States,” but…
U.S. to deport 3,690 Nigerians in crackdown on illegal immigrants
The Nigerians living illegally in the U.S were identified by the U.S Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). The Nigerians will…
‘How Nigerian Okezie Ogbata defrauded elderly U.S citizens of $6 million’
Ogbata and his co-conspirators told a series of lies to victims “to send money for delivery fees, taxes and other…
Trump to be sworn in as president of United States
The inauguration was originally meant to take place outside on the west side of the Capitol as usual, but was…
U.S. targets Putin’s war machine: 250 individuals, entities sanctioned in sweeping crackdown
Notably, the crackdown extends beyond Russia's borders, including dozens of companies in the People's Republic of China (PRC), which remains…