Tag: United States
Iran tried to kill President Trump as U.S. vows to deliver ‘death and destruction from the sky’
The United States has claimed that Iran attempted to assassinate President Donald Trump, with Washington saying the leader of the…
US vs Iran: Over 4000 flights cancelled daily
Flight-tracking service Flightradar24 says hundreds of thousands of passengers have already been affected, and the disruption could increase if the…
Tension rise as Iran grounds all flights after explosions in capital
Iran has shut down its airspace until further notice after several explosions were reported in the capital city, Tehran, and…
Tragedy in New York: Nigerian designer killed during birthday party shooting
Family members described him as a hardworking and ambitious fashion designer who was trying to build a successful career in…
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…