Tag: United States
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…
‘He was beacon of service to humanity’, Tinubu mourns Jimmy Carter
“As a Nobel Peace Prize Laureate and global statesman, President Carter devoted his post-presidential life to the causes of peace,…
US teenager arrested for killing father, mother, 2 brothers
The teenager was arrested on Sunday after he called the Valencia County Sheriff’s Office himself to announce the quadruple murder…
Nigeria’s Flamingos bow out of Women’s U-17 World Cup after defeat to U.S.
The U.S. doubled their lead in the 73rd minute, securing their path to the semi-finals and ending Nigeria's journey in…
U.S. unleashes bold $400m military boost for Ukraine’s fight against Russia
In a statement on Monday, U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken revealed that this latest support, valued at $400 million,…
Onyema Air Peace CEO indicted for obstructing U.S. fraud probe, fresh charges filed
According to U.S. Attorney Ryan K. Buchanan, Onyema allegedly used his airline as a front for fraudulent activities targeting the…
Filling Out the DS-260 Form: Key Steps and Important Details
The DS-260 is submitted online at the internet website of the U. S. Department of State and has to be…
Netanyahu: Israel will remain key U.S. ally whoever replaces Biden
The invitation for Netanyahu to address a joint meeting of Congress – a rare honour generally reserved for the closest…
U.S. issues 300 new sanctions against Russia, allies
U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken said the sanctions hit “across multiple sectors essential to Russia’s war effort,” including energy,…
U.S. announces additional $404m humanitarian assistance to Palestinians in Gaza
The statement added that this new funding would provide essential support to vulnerable Palestinians in Gaza, the West Bank and…
Israel: Iran issues strong warning to United States
Iran said that the missiles and drones were launched in a retaliatory attack to an Israeli airstrike on the Iranian…
U.S. calls on Mali transition government to hold election
Spokesperson of the U.S. Department of State, Matthew Miller, in a statement on Thursday, said the United States is deeply concerned…
U.S. designates Houthis special global terrorist group
Antony Blinken, Secretary of State, in a statement on Wednesday said since November, the Houthis had launched unprecedented attacks against…
U.S. rejects Israeli Ministers’ statement on resettlement of Palestinians outside of Gaza
Spokesperson, U.S. Department of State, Matthew Miller, in a statement on Tuesday said this rhetoric is inflammatory and irresponsible.
Gaza fighting intensifies, U.S. vetoes Security Council demand for ceasefire
Decrying a “spiralling humanitarian nightmare”, UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres declared that nowhere in Gaza was safe for civilians, hours before…
U.S. announces $125 million of arms, equipment to Ukraine
Antony Blinken, Secretary of State, in a statement on Friday said this package provided up to $125 million of arms…
U.S. suspends more than $500m, other assistance to Niger over coup
On 26 July 2023, a coup d'état occurred in Niger when the country's presidential guard detained president Mohamed Bazoum, and Presidential Guard commander General Abdourahamane Tchiani proclaimed himself…
China rebuffs America over Israel, suggests way to peace
China said that "the fundamental way out of the conflict lies in implementing the two-state solution and establishing an independent…
US vows to hold Niger junta accountable for Bazoum’s safety, backs ECOWAS
"ECOWAS, an organisation that brings together West African countries, is playing a key role in making clear the imperative of…
U.S., Norway, Britain demand immediate end to fighting in Sudan
The three countries called on the parties to the Sudan conflict to respect international humanitarian law to protect civilians.
Manuel Chang Mozambique ex-minister extradited to U.S. for fraud
Chang was extradited to the United States from South Africa on Wednesday to face charges for his alleged role in…
Chinese court hands 78-year-old U.S. citizen life in prison for spying
Shing-Wan Leung, who has a U.S. passport and permanent residence in Hong Kong, was convicted by the court in the…
US reacts to Burma’s dissolution of 40 political parties
US Secretary of State, Antony Blinken, in a statement on Thursday said the people voted overwhelmingly to re-elect the NLD…